The highly-anticipated iPhone 15 series is projected to make its grand debut this September. The Pro variants are set to offer an array of exciting enhancements including an A17 Bionic chip, a titanium body, a faster USB-C interface, among other upgrades.
The new flagship, deep purple iPhone 14 Pro Max, paves the way for the upcoming series. This article brings you an overview of 12 innovative features and modifications expected to be seen in the iPhone 15 Pro devices.
Introduction of the Action Button
The iPhone 15 Pro models are rumored to introduce a customizable Action Button, which is likely to replace the traditional Ring/Silent switch that has been a staple since 2007. This button could perform various system functions such as toggling the Ring/Silent mode, Do Not Disturb, Flashlight, Low Power Mode, among others.
Titanium Frame
Stepping away from the stainless steel exterior, the Pro models are expected to adopt a robust titanium frame, reminiscent of the premium Apple Watch Ultra.
Wi-Fi 6E Support
According to leaked schematics, the iPhone 15 Pro will support Wi-Fi 6E, joining the latest Macs and iPad Pro, and ensuring faster wireless connections.
Faster USB-C Port
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo projects that the Pro models will feature a faster USB-C port supporting USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt 3. This would lead to significantly faster data transfer rates compared to older iPhones with Lightning ports. However, the standard iPhone 15 models are set to continue with USB 2.0 speeds, akin to Lightning.
Ultra-thin Bezel Display
Echoing the design philosophy of the latest Apple Watch models, the iPhone 15 Pro is likely to have ultra-thin curved bezels around the display.
The A17 Bionic Chip
The iPhone 15 Pro models are expected to be powered by Apple's next-generation A17 Bionic chip, fabricated with TSMC's 3nm technology. The standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus are likely to continue with an A16 Bionic chip.
Increased RAM
As per Taiwanese research firm TrendForce, the Pro models are expected to come equipped with an increased 8GB of RAM, while the standard models might continue with 6GB of RAM, which should lead to more efficient multitasking.
Superior Optical Zoom on iPhone 15 Pro Max
The iPhone 15 Pro Max is expected to feature a periscope telephoto lens, offering potentially a 5x-6x optical zoom, a step up from the 3x zoom in iPhone 14 Pro models, according to Kuo.
New Color Option: Dark Red
A stylish dark red color variant is expected to be available for the iPhone 15 Pro models, as suggested by 9to5Mac.
Upgraded Ultra Wideband
According to Kuo, the iPhone 15 series will likely have an upgraded Ultra Wideband chip (currently the U1 chip) for better integration with Apple's upcoming Vision Pro headset and improved performance or reduced power consumption for location-based functions such as AirDrop and Precision Finding in the Find My app.
Enhanced LiDAR Scanner
The Pro models are projected to have a more power-efficient LiDAR Scanner provided by Sony, improving 3D depth scanning capabilities for AR apps and Night mode photos.
eSIM-only Compatibility in France
The Pro models could be compatible with eSIMs only in France, following Apple's move last year to remove physical SIM card trays from the iPhone 14 models in the U.S.