Other IPhone 14 and Pro and Max definitely a Skip year. ?

[Yebubbleman]

So from the leaks the new iPhone is limited due to its CPU still on 5nm because TSMC isn’t ready. A15 to A16 won’t yield any day to day benefits other than synthetic benchmarks. Even if they switch to USB-C waiting a year to the iPhone 15 and a new 3nm die shrink and LPDDR5 RAM. Seems like a plan.

Anyone definitely getting the iPhone 14 and Pro or Max ?

The question of whether or not to skip depends heavily on what your priorities are. If it's processor bumps, then that's one thing. If it's camera changes, that's another. If it's external redesigns, that's yet another.

Personally, I'm most gravitated towards Apple products with an established (read: safe) design because reliability is what matters to me most in my phone and every time Apple changes the design of the iPhone drastically, an Apple Repair Extension Program is sure to follow. The 14 Pro sounds like it'll get a bit of a redesign while the standard 14 may not.

Apple is always updating the camera systems so whether or not to skip seems pointless from that standpoint; there's always going to be camera improvements. A15 wasn't a huge jump over A14; though it was still a jump. Then again, even small bumps help and are often a factor for when Apple is to inevitably drop support.

 

[aenflex]

If Apple stops with all the involuntary image processing and yields a camera that doesn’t do the things my 13P does, I’ll be trading it in for the 14 no questions.

 

[dmccombs]

I have the 13 Pro Max (because its easier for me to read and type on), but its heavy. If the 14 Pro Max gets put on a diet, I will be tempted to buy it. 😁

 

[Ram65]

I have the 13 Pro Max (because its easier for me to read and type on), but its heavy. If the 14 Pro Max gets put on a diet, I will be tempted to buy it. 😁

I think you’ll be buying a quality 14 pro max oh yes

 

[The-Real-Deal82]

I would be keeping my iPhone 12 if the battery wasn’t so bad. Worst iPhone I’ve had for battery life and I am due an upgrade in September. I’ll see what the prices are for the iPhone 14 otherwise i’ll probably get a 13 or 13 Pro on a deal. The specs don’t really change significantly enough these days within a couple of years so and I’m not worried about having the latest and greatest at my age. We will see.

 

[SmugMaverick]

I’m getting the 14 Pro, I hate the notch and looking forward to the new layout And I upgrade every year Anyway.

Would love a midnight Pro but the Pros always get dull old man colours.

If you’re not getting the pro then it’s not worth it, possibly price increase is annoying as well.

 

[Guacamole]

it depends on the camera, I'm not happy with my 13 pro camera, heavily processed photos, can't switch off HDR. If the 14 is the same I'll pass

 

[TheKDub]

So from the leaks the new iPhone is limited due to its CPU still on 5nm because TSMC isn’t ready. A15 to A16 won’t yield any day to day benefits other than synthetic benchmarks. Even if they switch to USB-C waiting a year to the iPhone 15 and a new 3nm die shrink and LPDDR5 RAM. Seems like a plan.

Anyone definitely getting the iPhone 14 and Pro or Max ?

Definitely getting the iPhone 14 but that's because I'm on a 3 year cycle and my iPhone 11 Pro is getting slightly long in the tooth.

Also - I have a dozen Lightning charging cables throughout my home, office and car - so I would want to stick with that for as long as possible before I have to switch them all out for USB-C.

 

[DoubleFlyaway]

Definitely getting a 14 Pro or Pro Max!
My 13 Pro is already sold to my sister, she can't wait to upgrade from her 7...

Of course I am not getting it because of the CPU or the A15 is to slow. Just looking forward to camera improvements and some kind of "different" look after some years with the notch.

I am, for the same basic reason— I’m actually totally happy with my 12 Pro Max, but my partner really needs an upgrade from his 8 Max.

 

[ericwn]

Ah the master of failed guesses has a new thread treating rumours as if they were leaks. Always fun!

Anyway, I’ll buy a new phone when I feel like it, or when I’ve finally managed to break the old one. Whatever comes first!

 

[Paninnguaq]

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[ian87w]

For the tech enthusiasts, definitely a skip year. I'm more convinced now than ever that the iPhone 14 will be just an iPhone 13.5 with the same A15 chip. Add on the USB-C thing, it would suck buying the last iPhone with lightning (unless you have plenty of lightning accessories already).

But for the general masses, the iPhone 14 Max will be the second coming ala the iPhone 6/6Plus. I predict it will sell like hotcakes as it's the first time consumers can get a max iPhone for less than $1000.

Imo, it's definitely like the iPhone 6/6Plus. iPhone 6/6 Plus, for the tech enthusiasts, were not a good phone at all with the lackluster A8 and 1GB of RAM. Yet it's the best selling iPhone ever, despite it being short lived in support compared to the 6s. Imo the 14 is similar, another best selling iPhone with gimped hardware.

The magic of branding and marketing.

 

[CMoore515]

iPhone camera is my main camera. As long as it's updated, I'll be upgrading. Not to mention that I sell my phones every year and because of that, my upgrades only usually cost me ~$300.

 

[jav6454]

iPhone camera is my main camera. As long as it's updated, I'll be upgrading. Not to mention that I sell my phones every year and because of that, my upgrades only usually cost me ~$300.

Why don't you consider the iPhone Upgrade Program?

 

[CMoore515]

Why don't you consider the iPhone Upgrade Program?

My carrier isn't one of the big 4. I'm relegated to the sim-free version.

 

[jav6454]

My carrier isn't one of the big 4. I'm relegated to the sim-free version.

The program doesn't allow it for Sim-Free versions?

 

[Uncman5]

I'll skip the 14, and keep my 13 pro max....unless their is an huge difference and a new colorway, I'll be just fine.

 

[The Game 161]

I’m expecting big camera upgrades witg a new massive sensor and 48mp. AOD rumour sounds cool but what else will it add? Who knows

 

[Shadowbech]

The program doesn't allow it for Sim-Free versions?

Only the big 4 to start it but then you can always add another e-sim. But technically now none of the iPhone 13s in the U.S (if purchased from the apple store) comes with the Sim installed for those big 4 carrier. All are now activated through the e-sim.

 

[jav6454]

Only the big 4 to start it but then you can always add another e-sim. But technically now none of the iPhone 13s in the U.S (if purchased from the apple store) comes with the Sim installed for those big 4 carrier. All are now activated through the e-sim.

So, if they are bought with the eSIM activated, does that mean they are unlocked on the physical SIM side?

 

[Momof2.1107]

So from the leaks the new iPhone is limited due to its CPU still on 5nm because TSMC isn’t ready. A15 to A16 won’t yield any day to day benefits other than synthetic benchmarks. Even if they switch to USB-C waiting a year to the iPhone 15 and a new 3nm die shrink and LPDDR5 RAM. Seems like a plan.

Anyone definitely getting the iPhone 14 and Pro or Max ?

I’m definitely upgrading my 12 Pro Max to the 14 Pro Max this year. The battery life on my 12PM is a joke and I’m tired of charging my phone 2-3 times a day.

 

[DaveTheRave]

I just upgraded from a 6s to the 13. I plan to keep it as long as it receives software updates.

 

[Jackorias]

I'll be updating to a 14Pro from a 11Pro this year with the main reason being I just want a new phone. The battery is starting to show signs of ageing too so a nice fresh phone will be a nice way to bring the year to an end.

 

[Shadowbech]

So, if they are bought with the eSIM activated, does that mean they are unlocked on the physical SIM side?

Yes it is unlocked on the physical sim side.

 

[jav6454]

Yes it is unlocked on the physical sim side.

That is interesting, I was meaning to jump onto the IUP, but feared the SIM slot would be locked to a carrier.