Other First hand experience going from Pro Max to Pro size

[537635]

I am an early bird and sometimes up from 0500-0600am. Therefore, regardless of what phone I have, I will at some point during the day have to charge it.

I got a charge by the kitchen counter, within arms reach where I sit in the couch and sometimes my battery bank is nearby wherever I am.

Have 3 fast chargers + cables in the house and you won‘t have to conciously think about charging.

Thanks.

I still have a bit OCD about charging to 100% each time (thus preserving the battery... which probably isn't even true...). But then again I get new phones every 12-24 months, so this also shouldn't be an issue. We'll see.

 

[Feyl]

I'll be going smaller with the 14 Pro and I think I'll be happy. The Max is such a huge and heavy brick that it's peeking from my pocket in some jeans. Not to mention that it's practically unusable to use with one hand. The bigger screen and longer battery life is not worth it for me.

 

[ssledoux]

Thanks.

I still have a bit OCD about charging to 100% each time (thus preserving the battery... which probably isn't even true...). But then again I get new phones every 12-24 months, so this also shouldn't be an issue. We'll see.

On here a lot of people say you should charge to 80% and not let it go below 20%. IDK how true that is (I’ve always thought you should fully charge and discharge batteries, but what do I know), and I rarely do that, but since I’ve seen many mention it, I worry less about unplugging before 100.

 

[LondonerLexi]

On here a lot of people say you should charge to 80% and not let it go below 20%. IDK how true that is (I’ve always thought you should fully charge and discharge batteries, but what do I know), and I rarely do that, but since I’ve seen many mention it, I worry less about unplugging before 100.

No need to fully discharge them, that's a myth that's stuck around since the memory effect of nickel-cadmium batteries (such as in older Macs with removable batteries).

It's best practice to keep it between 20% and 80% as you say, which is why the optimised charging feature holds it at 80% for as long as possible. Macs also hold at 80% if you leave them plugged in most of the time, too!

However, I think the most damaging thing is to let the battery drain all the way to 0. That seems to damage battery health the most, based on experience and from knowing people who do that! I tend to keep my phone about 40% and I've experienced far less degradation that most people I know.

 

[milgauss88]

I was considering going Pro size this year (I have been using maxed size since they first arrived), so I pre-ordered the DP Pro and Pro Max. After some thought, I cancelled my Pro order today and staying with the Pro Max. I do prefer the bigger screen and extra battery life, which is likely to go through fewer charge cycles, so there is less degradation. My iPhone 13 Pro Max is at 199 cycles after one year, and battery health is still 100%. The 20% - 80% is a good rule to follow, and even charging it to 100% frequently is not really an issue on battery health. I charge (short charges) my phone multiple times throughout the day: when I'm in the car, at my desk etc. I don't charge overnight, though. Two things kill the battery's health: heat and constantly draining the battery down to 0%. Heat accelerates battery degradation, and that is why I don't really fast charge or use wireless charging: it kills the lithium-ions a lot faster. I avoid using intensive apps while charging to help keep the phone temperature low. Avoid leaving the phone in hot environments also helps: such as under the sun, especially during the summer.

My choice to remain with the Pro Max size was not just due to the larger screen and extra battery life but also how I use the phone. I do recommend that anyone who is on the fence between the two sizes think about their use case for the phone and the role it plays in their daily workflow. The iPhone is my primary device and one that I use a lot more than my MBA and iPad Pro every day. A lot of my daily workflow depends on it, whether that be work, leisure or managing personal stuff. I consume a lot of content, and the larger screen improves the experience. I don't reach for the iPad Pro unless I'm at my desk; it's stuck on the Magic Keyboard always. I only use my MBA for work and serious productivity tasks. The iPad Pro is reserved for some light work, browsing, media consumption and photo/video editing. This leaves the iPhone as my most used device every day, the Pro Max is a better fit for my needs despite the compromise on size and weight.

 

[jimmy_uk]

I was considering going Pro size this year (have been using maxed size since they first arrive), so I pre-ordered the DP Pro and Pro Max. After some thought, I cancelled my Pro order today and staying with the Pro Max.

Did you order from Apple? My orders have been locked in the "preparing to ship" status since purchase from the UK Apple store. So I cannot make any changes/cancel nor can customer services. 🤦‍♂️

 

[milgauss88]

@jimmy_uk if it’s preparing to ship you can’t do anything until it’s delivered. I ordered from Apple and it’s showing processing, I’m picking up from the store Friday, it’s 15 mins away. BTW, I’m in Australia.

 

[5105973]

The fact you sound like you routinely watch movies/shows on your phone is crazy to me. You deserve better ha.

I do that, too. I will sit and watch tv for a couple hours with my family but that’s it. My husband has so many things hooked up to the tv you need an engineering degree to get to the show you want.

I prefer having everything on a small screen I can fully control and access everything without accidentally launching something I don’t want or finding myself stuck on a menu screen I can’t seem to exit. Don’t get me started on all the remotes we have. I’m too old for this.

 

[Mattym62]

I'm going to give the 14 Pro a try. I have had every large phone that has come out since I believe it was the 6, but I also have an iPad Pro, so I don't necessarily need my iPhone to watch YouTube and whatnot. Will see how it goes.

 

[Shanghaichica]

I can’t do it. I had the 6 plus, 6S plus and 7 plus. Then I went to the X and I was miserable for the whole year because the phone was too small and I couldn’t even type properly on it. I switched back to the larger phone with the XS max and I’ve had the 11 pro max, 12 pro max and now the 13 pro max. I don’t think I could ever switch back to a smaller phone. Even before switching back to the iPhone 6 Plus I used Samsung galaxy note phones for 2 years. The reason I switched to android back then was because of the larger screens ( and a stolen iphone). I’ve always loved big screens been using them for a decade now.

 

[Shanghaichica]

I do that, too. I will sit and watch tv for a couple hours with my family but that’s it. My husband has so many things hooked up to the tv you need an engineering degree to get to the show you want.

I prefer having everything on a small screen I can fully control and access everything without accidentally launching something I don’t want or finding myself stuck on a menu screen I can’t seem to exit. Don’t get me started on all the remotes we have. I’m too old for this.

I very rarely watch things on the TV. Despite having multiple TVs around the house either my kids or husband seem to be using it when I want to. As you do we do watch things together but for my personal viewing I divide that between my iPhone and iPads. I mostly watch YouTube videos and soaps on my iPhone and sometimes the occasional TV show episode. Most of the Movies abd TV shows ar watched on my iPads. I do tend to watch a lot of YouTube videos (mostly non tech related) so I would say I use my iPhone for watching videos a lot.

 

[5105973]

I can’t do it. I had the 6 plus, 6S plus and 7 plus. Then I went to the X and I was miserable for the whole year because the phone was too small and I couldn’t even type properly on it. I switched back to the larger phone with the XS max and I’ve had the 11 pro max, 12 pro max and now the 13 pro max. I don’t think I could ever switch back to a smaller phone. Even before switching back to the iPhone 6 Plus I used Samsung galaxy note phones for 2 years. The reason I switched to android back then was because of the larger screens ( and a stolen iphone). I’ve always loved big screens been using them for a decade now.

I love the really “smol” small phones for very active days in the summer and again on deep snowy winters when I have to stuff the phone in the pockets of my snow suit. Otherwise I enjoy the larger phones.

I used to be a huge fan of the medium sized phones, but I’ve more recently realized my comfort zone is with the extremes: Small for active days and larger for sit on my butt days looking at content.

I’ll be switching a lot between my SE3 and my 14 Pro Max. My iPhone 11 will still be on hand though if I have problems with OLED induced migraines. I’m still very fond of the Xr/11 design.

 

[5105973]

I was considering going Pro size this year (I have been using maxed size since they first arrived), so I pre-ordered the DP Pro and Pro Max. After some thought, I cancelled my Pro order today and staying with the Pro Max. I do prefer the bigger screen and extra battery life, which is likely to go through fewer charge cycles, so there is less degradation. My iPhone 13 Pro Max is at 199 cycles after one year, and battery health is still 100%. The 20% - 80% is a good rule to follow, and even charging it to 100% frequently is not really an issue on battery health. I charge (short charges) my phone multiple times throughout the day: when I'm in the car, at my desk etc. I don't charge overnight, though. Two things kill the battery's health: heat and constantly draining the battery down to 0%. Heat accelerates battery degradation, and that is why I don't really fast charge or use wireless charging: it kills the lithium-ions a lot faster. I avoid using intensive apps while charging to help keep the phone temperature low. Avoid leaving the phone in hot environments also helps: such as under the sun, especially during the summer.

My choice to remain with the Pro Max size was not just due to the larger screen and extra battery life but also how I use the phone. I do recommend that anyone who is on the fence between the two sizes think about their use case for the phone and the role it plays in their daily workflow. The iPhone is my primary device and one that I use a lot more than my MBA and iPad Pro every day. A lot of my daily workflow depends on it, whether that be work, leisure or managing personal stuff. I consume a lot of content, and the larger screen improves the experience. I don't reach for the iPad Pro unless I'm at my desk; it's stuck on the Magic Keyboard always. I only use my MBA for work and serious productivity tasks. The iPad Pro is reserved for some light work, browsing, media consumption and photo/video editing. This leaves the iPhone as my most used device every day, the Pro Max is a better fit for my needs despite the compromise on size and weight.

Doing as much as I can on the Duck Duck Go browser has also helped me see an improvement in battery life. I took a lot of apps off by necessity when I briefly moved to a 64 gb IPhone XR several months ago. And just logged into services from the browser. This site works great on DDG. I don’t experience the mystery overheating and battery drain I did in Safari when I’d visit here.

 

[dexterie]

I’ve only used the Plus/Max sized phones because they had the better camera. The X was the perfect size for me as the regular Pro is slightly larger than I like but much better than a Max.

Switching from a 12PM to a 14 Pro and can’t wait to go down in size. I have an iPad Mini that I use if I want to consume content.

Are you my soulmate? Ahaha
I’m exactly in this case scenario. Also been with the Plus/Max because of the better camera.
Also downsized from an iPad Pro to the new Mini and I’m in love.
I have a big tv for content.

 

[Dealmans]

I would be staying with max, 14 pro reviews saying battery worse than 13 pro.

 

[Supermallet]

LOL this is what I’m doing. I planned to get a max this year, but after having the 13 pro and switching to a 13 mini in the spring, I’m going for a regular pro. I feel like getting a max at this point would kill me.

In all honesty, I adore this mini. I sold my 13 pro figuring I’d use it for a while, and if I loved it I’d just keep it, but I have always been in the “dislike the notch” camp, and swore I’d get the first phone without a notch, so here I am. I do struggle a little with typing on the mini, which would be a non-issue if talk to text wasn’t so awful, but I am sure I’ll miss having a small, lightweight phone.

Dictation has been improved in iOS 16, you might find this to be a non-issue now.

 

[james948]

What I want is to know the size of all your hands.

 

[GoodOne]

Swapped 14PM for 14P and it feels so much better In terms of one handed use, riding my bike or even just picking it up from the desk. It‘s just easy and friendly.
I have big hands but the PM just isn’t very ergonomic in my eyes.

 

[537635]

What I want is to know the size of all your hands.

I'm 7.5 hand size.

13PM, waiting for 14P.

 

[ssledoux]

Dictation has been improved in iOS 16, you might find this to be a non-issue now.

Though I love my 14 pro and won’t go back to the mini (which I originally planned to save for my granddaughter anyway), you are correct about the dictation. I’m seeing a HUGE improvement!

 

[Stiss]

Went from a 12 Pro Max to a 14 Pro.

Loving the one handed usability.

 

[b.c.]

coming from 7Plus to 14Pro (see photo) - the Pro is plenty big enough for me, and much more easily pocketable than a Max, especially once you add a case

 

[aenflex]

Female. Small-ish but strong hands. My 13 pro was already heavy enough. So switching to the 14 pro max wasn’t that big a deal. I’m not finding it uncomfortable. At least not more so than my 13 pro was. If I was coming from my old 11 pro, or something along those lines, the heft of the 14pm would be jarring.

The larger screen and greater area of real estate is a welcome thing to my aging eyeballs.

I don’t use an iPad. When I had them, I almost never used my phone for consuming content when I was at home. My husband has iPad and never uses his phone for consuming content when at home. It’s like, why bother?

But I’m a one-device person. I have my phone and my MacBook and that’s it. So the largest phone I can get is best for me.

I always use pop sockets. Now with MagSafe, I use magnetic ones. They’re awesome. They can be removed when I don’t want to, ahem, be seen with them. A phone grip of some sort changed the way I interact with my phone for the better and I’ll never be without one.

 

[Ryan1524]

I would be staying with max, 14 pro reviews saying battery worse than 13 pro.

I considered this, and also ordered a Pro Max. But since we're mostly working from home these days...is battery life that big a concern?

 

[ssledoux]

I bet the battery reviews are with the AOD. I’d expect to lose a little with that. I turned mine off today. It’s nice, but I really just don’t need it. I have it on my watch so I can always glance at the time.

Of course, I’ve been using a 13 mini for months, so this battery life is great!