The iPhone 15 series is expected to be released in September 2023, following Apple's traditional September launch timeline. The iPhone 15 will feature the Dynamic Island, which will replace the notch on the iPhone 14. The Dynamic Island will expand to all iPhone 15 models in 2023.
iOS 17 is the newest version of iOS, the operating system that is designed to run on the iPhone. It was previewed in June 2023 and is set to see a release in September alongside new iPhones. There are new features for Phone, FaceTime, and Messages, along with small improvements for other apps and an all-new app that's coming later this year for journaling. Some of the new features in iOS 17 include Contact Posters, a new stickers experience, Live Voicemail, and much more. The big changes to iOS 17 include new features in Messages, improvements to the Phone and FaceTime apps, and a brand new Journal app. The new features in iOS 17 will be available to iPhone users through the iPhone 15 series, which is expected to be released in September 2023.
| Feature | Description |
|---|
| Launch Date | September 5/12, 2023* |
| Design | Similar to iPhone 14 with few changes. Deeper curve at the edges and a titanium frame will be limited to iPhone 15 Pro models. The bottom edge of the metal frame is rumored to curve into the glass back for a more uniform, smooth design. |
| Display | Dynamic Island instead of a notch. The Dynamic Island punch-hole will make a comeback with the iPhone 15 Pro Max. |
| Charging Port | USB-C instead of Lightning port. |
| Wireless Charging | All four iPhone 15 models will most likely support MagSafe wireless charging. |
| Camera | The camera bump is expected to be thicker, and it could feature slightly rounded edges with a more curved design that allows for a smoother transition from front to back. The camera bump could change to accommodate the rumored periscope telephoto camera. |
| Chip | iPhone 15 models will use the same A16 chip that's in the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max. An upgraded 3-nanometer A17 chip will be exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. |
| iOS | iPhone 15 family will come with iOS 17 which was recently announced at WWDC'23. |
| Other Features | Contact Posters, a new stickers experience, Live Voicemail, and much more. |
The iPhone 15 models will also transition from Lightning to USB-C, and all four models will most likely support MagSafe wireless charging. The iPhone 15 Pro models will have an updated design, with thinner, curved bezels and a new titanium chassis. The mute switch will be replaced with a redesigned "mute" button that could actually serve as an Action button similar to the Action button on the Apple Watch Ultra. The iPhone 15 Pro lineup will include an upgraded USB-C port that features USB 3.2 or Thunderbolt 3 transfer speeds. An upgraded 3-nanometer A17 chip will be exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, with the iPhone 15 models using the same A16 chip that's in the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max. iOS 17 will come with the iPhone 15 family, which was recently announced at WWDC'23.
The iPhone 15 series is equipped with the A16 Bionic processor, a powerful chip built on a 4-nanometer architecture. It features a 6-core CPU, comprising two high-performance cores and four efficiency cores. The A16 Bionic chip boasts a 16-core neural engine capable of handling approximately 17 trillion operations per second and 4 trillion operations per second. Notably, its high-performance cores consume 20% less power than those of the A15 Bionic chip, while the efficiency cores use only a fraction of the power found in competing chips. Furthermore, the A16 Bionic chip incorporates a customized image signal processor designed to enhance the camera system of the iPhone 15 Pro. While the standard iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus models are expected to utilize the A16 Bionic chip, the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models are anticipated to feature the more advanced A17 Bionic chip. Based on a 3nm process, the A17 chip is projected to be approximately 35% more energy-efficient than the current iPhone processors, contributing to extended battery life.
Apple iPhone 15
Display: 6.1 inches OLED; Resolution: 1170 x 2532
Processor: A16 Bionic (4 nm)
RAM: 6GB LPDDR5
Storage: Not specified
Camera: Triple camera: 12+12+12 mega pixel
Operating System: iOS 17
Chipset: Apple M1
CPU Speed: Octa-core
Battery: Not specified
Charging Port: USB-C
Wireless Charging: MagSafe
Other Features: Siri Voice Assistant, NFC to recognize accessories
Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max
Display: 6.7 inches OLED; Refresh rate: 120Hz
Processor: Not specified
RAM: Not specified
Storage: Not specified
Camera: Not specified
Operating System: iOS 17
Chipset: Not specified
CPU Speed: Not specified
Battery: Not specified
Charging Port: USB-C
Wireless Charging: MagSafe
Other Features: Super Retina XDR, HDR support, Ambient light sensor, Proximity
