As great as the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro are, they’re both already a few months old at this point, and the rumors about the iPhone 15 are well underway. We still have several months before the iPhone 15 models drop, though, as Apple usually makes iPhone announcements in the fall. In other words, there’s still a lot of time for rumors to circulate around the internet.
Contents
- iPhone 15 models
- iPhone 15 design and sizes
- iPhone 15 processor and specs
- iPhone 15 cameras
- iPhone 15 battery, charging, and USB-C
- iPhone 15 Ultra rumors
- iPhone 15 release date and price
We’re keeping all of the reports and rumors of the iPhone 15 here in a single place for your convenience, but do remember to keep in mind that these are all still just speculation. Nothing is final until Apple confirms it during an official announcement. Still, a lot of the rumors give us an idea of what to expect each year, which is unfortunate if you like surprises. Here’s everything we know of the iPhone 15 so far!
iPhone 15 models
Though Apple debuted the iPhone mini with the iPhone 12 lineup and kept it with the iPhone 13 series, the mini was retired once the iPhone 14 came out. It was replaced with the larger iPhone 14 Plus, going from a 5.4-inch screen to a massive 6.7-inch display (same as the iPhone 14 Pro Max), with the standard iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro staying at the 6.1-inch size from previous generations.
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It is expected that Apple will continue this with the iPhone 15 lineup featuring an iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. Again, the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro should have a 6.1-inch display, while the iPhone 15 Plus and iPhone 15 Pro Max have a 6.7-inch display.
The name for the iPhone 15 Pro Max may be different, however. There are rumors circulating that “Pro Max” may be replaced with the “Ultra” moniker, similar to the Apple Watch Ultra.
iPhone 15 design and sizes
Apple fans who are waiting for the iPhone to go through a drastic redesign may end up disappointed, as the iPhone 15 might look mostly similar to the iPhone 14. But there is a rumor from a leaker named ShrimpApplePro claiming that the iPhone 15 Pro design may be slightly different with thinner bezels and curved edges, though the display will remain flat.
Well I have the result for the display design of the iPhone 15 series.
– all iPhone 15 series will have the same display sizes as iPhone 14 series
– pro 15 will have thinner bezels with curve edges, display is still flat tho, only the bezels is curve— ShrimpApplePro 🍤 (@VNchocoTaco) January 21, 2023
While the Dynamic Island pill-and-hole cutout was exclusive to the iPhone 14 Pro models, Apple might be expanding that to all iPhone 15 models. If that’s the case, then the iPhone 15 will be the first iPhone lineup to completely eliminate the notch. As mentioned earlier, we should expect four models of iPhone 15: a 6.1-inch iPhone 15, 6.7-inch iPhone 15 Plus, 6.1-inch iPhone 15 Pro, and 6.7-inch iPhone 15 Pro Max (or Ultra).
Another report suggests that the iPhone 15 may replace the physical buttons with haptic, solid-state power and volume buttons instead. This would work similarly to the iPhone 7 Home button. Essentially, instead of physically depressing when pressed, it would use haptic feedback to mimic how it would feel if you pressed a button.
If the report about solid-state buttons is true, then it would require two Taptic Engines on the left and right sides of the iPhone 15. Such a change would also affect case compatibility — even if the iPhone 15 models were the same size and thickness as the iPhone 14 (including the camera bump), you would need a case that has open access to these haptic buttons at all times.
iPhone 15 processor and specs
The standard iPhone 15 may use the A16 that is currently featured in the iPhone 14 Pro, and the new A17 chip might be exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. This appears to be the new way that Apple is differentiating between the standard and Pro models of the iPhone, which began with the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro lineup.
TSMC, the longtime supplier of chips for the iPhone, is supposedly going to use a 3nm process for the A17 chips. This would make the A17 more efficient at power consumption and reduce the heat that is generated during use. The 3nm A17 chip will also have a 15% boost in speed and power and 30% more power savings over the current 5nm chips.
Another report indicates that the iPhone 15 Pro could get a boost in RAM as well, going from 6GB to 8GB. Storage capacity could also be different, though the baseline storage may depend on what features the iPhone 15 offers. The current top-tier storage is 1TB for the iPhone 14 Pro, but the iPhone 15 Pro could be bumped to 2TB.
And while there were rumors circulating that Apple could be building its own in-house modem chips, the efforts so far have not bared any results. Apple will likely still be using Qualcomm for modem chips in the iPhone 15.
iPhone 15 cameras
On the camera front, the only thing that we know is that Apple has been working on periscope lens technology, which may only end up on the larger iPhone 15 Pro Maxmodel.
With a periscope lens, you could get optical zoom that goes beyond what is currently offered, such as 5x or 10x optical zoom. The current iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max only go up to 3x optical zoom, so having a periscope lens would be a significant improvement. Again, though, it appears that only the larger iPhone 15 Pro Max may get that periscope functionality.
I think the rumored iPhone 15 Pro series's adoption of an 8P lens won't likely come true.
— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) October 30, 2022
There were previous reports that the iPhone 15 would be getting an 8P camera, which refers to the number of elements within the lens material. Theoretically, having another element in the lens could help with having less image distortion in the final image. However, according to Ming-Chi Kuo, this does not appear to be happening — at least, not with the iPhone 15.
iPhone 15 battery, charging, and USB-C
European regulations are mandating a common charger for all electronics, including the iPhone, in an attempt to reduce e-waste. The deadline for Apple to switch over to USB-C and eliminate Lightning is happening in 2024, but Apple could also get a head start on that by transitioning the iPhone 15 over to USB-C in 2023. It’s highly likely, given the regulation, but Apple could hold off until 2024 as well.
With the switch to USB-C on the iPhone, it would bring Apple’s smartphone closer in line with the iPad and MacBook lineups, which have mostly been using USB-C for a while. TheiPad 10th Gen (2022)switched over to USB-C last year, which was the last iPad model still using Apple’s proprietary Lightning charger.
In addition to the EU’s ruling, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also seems confident in the iPhone 15’s switch to USB-C, saying in mid-November that his “latest survey indicates all 2H23 new iPhones will abandon Lightning and change to USB-C.”
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I predict that 15 Pro & 15 Pro Max will support at least USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt 3. This spec upgrade means the wired transfer and video output user experience will significantly improve.— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) November 17, 2022
What’s interesting, though, is Kuo’s claim that only the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will benefit from faster data transfer speeds with this change. The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus will have a USB-C port, but they’ll still be limited to the slower USB 2.0 transfer speeds currently available with Lightning.
iPhone 15 Ultra rumors
There have been several rumors so far that suggest Apple is dropping the “Pro Max” moniker for the iPhone 15 series and will instead introduce a new “iPhone 15 Ultra” instead. But there’s more to this rumored iPhone 15 Ultra than just a name.
According to reports, the iPhone 15 Ultra would have a titanium frame instead of stainless steel, which would make it pricier. Rumors suggest a $1,200 starting price for the iPhone 15 Ultra, which would not be out of line if the frame was made of titanium. For example, Apple does charge more for a titanium Apple Watch versus a stainless steel one, and it’s a significant upcharge from the regular aluminum. The titanium material would also be more lightweight than stainless steel, sturdier, and more resistant to corrosion. The below concept render shows what an iPhone 15 Ultracouldlook like, and it really is something.
The iPhone 15 Ultra is also rumored to get a periscope-style telephoto camera, which would not be available on the regular iPhone 15 Pro. Having a periscope camera allows for higher optical zoom range, similar to the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra. It might even have dual selfie cameras to help create improved bokeh effect on self portraits. Another rumor is that the iPhone 15 Ultra could be completely without ports, while the rest of the iPhone 15 lineup uses USB-C.
If the iPhone 15 Ultra is actually a thing that comes out this fall, all of these rumors look to be pointing toward a massive upgrade that may be worthy of the high price tag.
iPhone 15 release date and price
We should expect the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro to be announced sometime in September 2023, as long as Apple follows its usual iPhone launch schedule. We can likely expect that prices will be similar to what we currently have with the iPhone 14 lineup, which starts at $799 for the iPhone 14, $899 for the iPhone 14 Plus, $999 for the iPhone 14 Pro, and $1,099 for the iPhone 14 Pro Max. Or if Apple goes with an iPhone 15 Ultra, then that may start at $1,200.
While we’re hopeful that prices stay the same, a leak from Forbes claims that the iPhone 15 Ultra will be around $200 more expensive than the iPhone 14 Pro Max, assuming that one is sticking around in the first place. This would be a pretty drastic change — nearly a 20% increase — so the upgrades better make the device worth that extra cost.
It’s worth pointing out that there were some very convincing-looking rumors last year that the iPhone 14 Pro would be getting a $100 price increase, and that ultimately proved to be false. That’s all to say that it’s certainly possible that the iPhone 15 could be seeing an increase, but take that rumor with a grain of salt.
Though many were expecting Apple to raise prices with the iPhone 14 models, that did not happen, at least in the U.S. So if all goes well, we should have the same prices for the iPhone 15, unless there are big changes in the economy between now and next year.
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FAQs
Will iPhone 15 be big update? ›
The iPhone 15 Pro is tipped to include some pretty major changes, from a new 3nm processor and titanium design to possibly a periscope zoom camera for the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Apple made some big changes with the iPhone 14 Pro and the upgrades look to continue in 2023 with the iPhone 15 Pro.
What we can expect from iPhone 15? ›Renders of the 6.7-inch iPhone 15 Plus suggest that it will feature some minor design updates compared to the iPhone 14 Plus, including the Dynamic Island, slimmer bezels, and slight tweaks to the size and thickness of the device. It will feature a Dynamic Island instead of a notch, along with a USB-C port.
Will the iPhone 15 be thinner? ›This means that while the iPhone, excluding the camera array, will ostensibly be 0.4 mm thicker than on the iPhone 14 Pro Max, the device as a whole, including the camera, will be 0.19 mm thinner.
How much is iPhone 16? ›Apple iPhone 16 price in India is expected to be Rs. 79,990. Apple iPhone 16 Expected to be launched on Jun 21, 2023.
Will the iPhone 15 be better? ›Analysts at Nomura believe that the basic iPhone 15 will get a Pro-like camera this time. In a note, they mention, “They will have main cameras (wide) upgraded to 48MP with image sensor size at 1/1.5” (slightly smaller than the i14 Pro's 48MP sensor size, but much better than i14's 12MP one)".
Will iPhone 15 get 2TB? ›The iPhone 15 Ultra (the handset formerly known as the iPhone 15 Pro Max) is expected to offer the best of everything, including support for 8K video recording, a new 2TB storage option and an exclusive periscope camera with a 6x or 5x optical zoom.
Will the iPhone 15 have a new design? ›The good news for standard iPhone 15 buyers is that the new models will feature the modern pill-shaped cut-out, Dynamic Island, and slimmer bezels.
What colors will the iPhone 15 come in? ›At the opposite extreme, 9to5Mac reveals that the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus will come in bubblegum pink (#CE3B6C) and blue (#0DB1E2) finishes.
Will the iPhone 15 come with USB C? ›While all models of the lineup are expected to feature USB-C, only the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, which could be called "iPhone 15 Ultra," will benefit from faster transfer speeds.
Is iPhone 16 coming out? ›After announcing its big yearly operating system update in its WWDC keynote on June 6, 2022, and following months of beta testing, Apple made iOS 16 available to be installed on iPhones on September 12, 2022, followed by iPadOS 16.1 on October 24.
Will iPhone 15 be waterproof? ›
Yes, the Apple iPhone 15 is water resistant. It is water resistant to IP68 standards (up to 6m for 30 mins).
Will iPhone 14 not notch? ›To make that space more useful, Apple has turned the notch into an interactive feature called the Dynamic Island for the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The Dynamic Island is not available on the iPhone 14 or iPhone 14 Plus, though the feature is reportedly coming to all iPhone 15 models.
Should I update iPhone to 15? ›You should stay using iOS 15 if: Restrictions on your device from a third-party prevent you from updating. You are concerned about an app or accessory not yet being supported in iOS 16. You are concerned about bugs and prefer to remain using an older OS that has had over a year of bug fixes.
Is there a iPhone 17? ›The iPhone 17 is rumored to be released in January 2024. Not much is known about the phone yet, but there are some rumors about what improvements might be made. One of the biggest rumors is that this iPhone will have 5G connectivity.
Will the iPhone 15 have no notch? ›As mentioned, the newer Pro models, as well as the vanilla variants, will reportedly come with a Dynamic Island notch. Apple introduced this tech on the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max, and it breaks the monotony of older notches and hole-punch cutouts on many Android phones.
What will iPhone 14 cost? ›How much the iPhone 14 costs. There are three options when it comes to picking up the base iPhone 14, depending on how much internal storage space you want. The iPhone 14 is offered with 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB for $799, $899, and $1,099, respectively.
Will iPhone 15 have Touch ID? ›But he doesn't expect Touch ID to return to the iPhone 15 or other flagships in the foreseeable future. Ming-Chi Kuo said earlier this year he doesn't expect Touch ID on the iPhone in 2023 or 2024. Gurman speculated that a future iPhone SE version could feature a Touch ID button on the side.
Is iPhone 14 worth buying? ›In this case, the value offered for the price will still make the device a viable purchase. Considering its specifications and overall value, it can confidently be said that the iPhone 14 will remain a reliable option throughout the year.
Does iOS 15 slow down older iphones? ›Even with older devices such as the first-generation iPhone SE, iOS 15 can be safely installed. Safari gets faster and the overall performance is not slowed down by the latest system.
How much will 2TB hold? ›A 2TB drive holds about 2 trillion bytes. To put this in perspective, you could have 100,000 songs, 150 movies and a bunch of other personal items on a 2TB drive and still have room for plenty of folders full of business Word files.
How many iPhone photos can 2TB hold? ›
With 2 TB of data, you can store an average of 200,000 photos with today's smartphones, and roughly 500,000 documents can fit on a 2TB drive.
What is the oldest iPhone that can run iOS 15? ›- iPhone 11.
- iPhone 11 Pro & 11 Pro Max.
- iPhone SE (2nd generation)
- iPhone 12 & 12 Mini.
- iPhone 12 Pro & 12 Pro Max.
- iPhone 13 & 13 Mini.
- iPhone 13 Pro & 13 Pro Max.
- iPhone SE (3rd generation)
| Status | Upcoming (Unconfirmed) |
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| Expected Price | Rs. 149990 |
| Expected Launch Date | 18th May 2023 |
| Updated On | 25th February 2023 |
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Just like the previous series, the iPhone 15 lineup is expected to launch in September 2023.
Is Apple going to make a new screen? ›The display is expected to offer a 27-inch mini-LED panel, featuring ProMotion support for refresh rates up to 120Hz, as well as an Apple silicon chip like the A13 Bionic in the Studio Display.
What chip does the iPhone 15 have? ›The A17 Bionic chip for next year's high-end models of the iPhone 15 lineup could be 35% more efficient compared to current iPhone processors thanks to the use of newer 3nm chip process technology.
What color is the iPhone 14 coming out? ›iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus will be available in five stunning colors: midnight, blue, starlight, purple, and (PRODUCT)RED. iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus will be available in five stunning colors: midnight, blue, starlight, purple, and (PRODUCT)RED.
What color iPhone is popular? ›Color Popularity
The most popular iPhone 13 color is Midnight, favored by 34% of buyers.
You don't need to switch off your iPhone every night. iPhone relay on flash memory and not on the hard drive. Shutting down iPhone regularly won't help you much. If your phone is getting slow or facing a peripheral connection problem, then turning it off makes sense.
How often should you shut down your iPhone? ›Experts recommend shutting down your phone at least once a week. After shutting it down, let it rest for a minute or two before starting it back up again. Not only will this help enhance your phone's performance, it is also incredibly beneficial for your battery.
What is the 5 click trick on iPhone? ›
Change how you call
When Call with 5 Button Presses is turned on and you try to make an emergency call, your iPhone begins a countdown and sounds an alert. After the countdown ends, your iPhone automatically calls emergency services.
While Apple might not introduce 100W or 200W fast charging like some Android phones, we can expect to see a slight bump in the charging speed on the iPhone 15 series when compared to their predecessors.
Why is Apple switching to USB-C? ›A USB-C port would unify Apple's device lineup, allowing most people to use a single USB-C charger to charge up their iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Switching to USB-C would also allow for faster charging and it would enable faster transfer speeds.
Will iPhone 16 be USB-C? ›All devices up for sale in the European Union as of December 28th, 2024, will have to have a USB-C port if they have ports at all. That is to say, the iPhone 16.
Will there be a new iPhone in 2024? ›The new tier of iPhone would be placed above the Pro and Pro Max iPhone models and could be released alongside the iPhone 16 lineup in 2024, the report said. The company has already used the Ultra name to differentiate its top-model smartwatch, the Apple Watch Ultra, and the top version of its M1 processor.
Is the iPhone 16 waterproof? ›Just to be clear, no iPhone out there is completely waterproof. If you leave a phone in water or some other liquid for long enough, it's gonna die. For that reason, manufacturers tend to use the term "water resistant."
What year will be iPhone 14? ›Pre-orders for the iPhone 14 series will open in a couple of days' time, on September 9. The iPhone 14 will be released to the market on September 16, 2022.
Can the iPhone 14 go underwater? ›The new iPhone 14 can withstand about 19 feet for up to 30 minutes underwater which means in the event that you do drop your phone in the water, you can jump in and save it. However, be careful around sand and the ocean as the salt water's corrosive nature can cause more damage than you bargained for.
Can I shower with iPhone 14? ›To prevent liquid damage, avoid these: Swimming or bathing with your iPhone. Exposing your iPhone to pressurized water or high velocity water, such as when showering, water skiing, wake boarding, surfing, jet skiing, and so on. Using your iPhone in a sauna or steam room.
Which iPhone is fully waterproof? ›- iPhone 14.
- iPhone 14 Plus.
- iPhone 14 Pro.
- iPhone 14 Pro Max.
- iPhone 13.
- iPhone 13 mini.
- iPhone 13 Pro.
- iPhone 13 Pro Max.
Will iPhone 14 have under screen Touch ID? ›
There is no fingerprint sensor on any version of the iPhone 14. Whether you buy the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, or iPhone 14 Pro Max, you'll only find Face ID — no Touch ID fingerprint sensor.
Can Apple remove the notch? ›Due to these space-occupying things, Apple could make the notch only smaller, but could not completely remove it as to the nanotechnology of 2021. This is why iPhones have “dark” notches — the colour camouflages all those vital parts to avoid making the body look ugly.
Will iPhone 14 have fingerprint? ›The new iPhone 14 lineup doesn't feature a fingerprint scanner and relies solely on Face ID sensors for biometric authentication.
How much will the iPhone 14 cost? ›How much the iPhone 14 costs. There are three options when it comes to picking up the base iPhone 14, depending on how much internal storage space you want. The iPhone 14 is offered with 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB for $799, $899, and $1,099, respectively.
How much will iPhone 14 be out? ›The iPhone 14 is available to buy through Apple, Walmart, and Best Buy starting at $799 for the 128GB model.
Is iPhone 15 release date? ›iPhone 15: release date and price
We should expect the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro to be announced sometime in September 2023, as long as Apple follows its usual iPhone launch schedule.
(Catch all the Business News, Breaking News Events and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times.) iPhone 14 released in September 2022 at the price range of Rs 79000/- has received a huge price drop in India. The same device is available on Amazon at Rs. 77,000.
Is Apple dropping the iPhone 14? ›The iPhone 14 is on sale now and has a release date of September 16. The starting price for the iPhone 14 is $799 / £849 / AU$1,399 for the base 128GB model.
How much is iPhone 14 Pro Max in usa? ›Payment options. Select the one that works for you. Buy$1,199.00Pay the total amount today. Finance$49.95/mo.
Which is the cheapest iPhone? ›- NEW. iPhone 14 Pro & iPhone 14 Pro Max. Take a closer look. or ₹129900.00Footnote‡ ...
- NEW. iPhone 14 & iPhone 14 Plus. Take a closer look. ...
- iPhone 13 mini & iPhone 13. Take a closer look. or ₹64900.00Footnote‡ ...
- iPhone SE. Take a closer look. or ₹49900.00Footnote‡ Buy.
- iPhone 12. Take a closer look. or ₹59900.00Footnote‡ Buy.