Apple unveiled the highly anticipated iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus at their recent “Wonderlust” event. These smartphones mark the introduction of Dynamic Island to both models, a feature previously exclusive to the “Pro Series.” Dynamic Island continues to serve its purpose, delivering notifications, facilitating interactions with specific apps, and more.
In a noteworthy move, the iPhone 15 Series adopts USB-C, aligning with European Union regulations. However, it’s important to note that the USB-C implementation here adheres to the standard USB 2.0 speeds.
Under the hood, the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are powered by the Apple A16 Bionic, the same chip that graced the iPhone 14 Pro Series. Storage options include 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB, while the RAM capacity mirrors that of the iPhone 14 Series, offering 6 GB.
The display sizes remain consistent with the iPhone 14 Series, with the iPhone 15 featuring a 6.1-inch screen and the iPhone 15 Plus sporting a 6.7-inch display. Both displays bear the Super Retina XDR moniker, utilizing OLED panels capable of reaching a peak brightness of 2000 nits for optimal outdoor use. The promise of a wide color display ensures a color gamut approximation of 100% P3.
In terms of imaging, the main camera now boasts a 48 MP sensor, while the ultra-wide camera retains a 12 MP sensor. A suite of camera enhancements is introduced, including automatic activation of portrait mode, improvements in night mode, and action mode.
The selfie camera for the iPhone 15 Series features portrait lighting and is equipped with auto-focus, maintaining a 12 MP sensor. Both the main and selfie cameras support video recording up to 4K60 with HDR.
An intriguing addition to the mix is the reverse charging feature, allowing the iPhone 15 Series to function as a power source for recharging accessories such as AirPods.
Both devices are rated IP68 for water and dust resistance and offer connectivity options including 5G, Wi-Fi 6, and Bluetooth 5.3, along with NFC support.
Running on iOS 17, these smartphones continue to deliver a host of features, including emergency SOS via satellite and crash detection.
As for pricing, the iPhone 15 starts at USD 799, while the iPhone 15 Plus starts at USD 899. Both models are available in a spectrum of colors, including pink, yellow, green, blue, and black. They are set to hit the shelves on September 22, alongside the Apple Watch Series 9 and Watch Ultra 2, in select countries, although Indonesia is not included in the initial release.
