iPhone 15 Pro: really worth it? (Review)
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- Опубліковано 29 тра 2024
- I've had the iPhone 15 Pro Max for over a month now, and it's been a great experience- controversies aside, I think there's no question this is one of the greatest smartphones on the market. But is it really worth $1000, and should you buy it?
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0:00 - Introduction
0:48 - Pro Price
3:37 - Pro Features
6:33 - Overheating & Durability
8:03 - Subtle Improvements
9:05 - Pro Design, Pro Battery
12:28 - A17 Pro Chipset
14:05 - Pro Cameras
18:53 - Truly Worth It?
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Is the iPhone 15 Pro truly worth it? I've been loving my Max for over a month now, though that pricetag is still pretty tough to swallow- ultimately, it comes down to the individual, but this is a great phone and one I don't think people will regret buying.
Anyone here using the iPhone 15 Pro? How's it going? Anyone thinking about upgrading?
My wife got scared of the news the 12 was putting out too much radiation…I personally think that was 15 marketing scare tactics…She got the 15 pro max. I’ve noticed the battery doesn’t last as long as the 12’s…I don’t get it.
It’s only gonna be worth it if you’re coming from a 12 or older
coming from a low-mid range samsung (a52, non-5G, ~$350USD on release), I ordered a 15 Pro Max 256GB, and when it gets here i will try to remember to update this comment (edit, it’s here and yea it’s worth it)
Upgading from 12 mini. Been using it for few days, I just felt that the battery life could be better since it is a "Pro" model.
Am using one, love the camera/action button other than the placement but I suppose that’s to keep it familiar. just downloaded resident evil village and so far it’s good, still seems a little low on graphics but if I could play more games at this quality I would. I feel like it’s a dream come true honestly already. I remember getting infinity blade way back when, thinking it was going to be like this lol. Also finally one cable to rule them all, only ever need a USB c cable. I have an external ssd but never really take videos, mainly still photos. Also really starting to notice the huge drop off in quality when taking pics on anything but the main sensor. night shots on the ultra wide have dim dim sides but that might just be physics with the angle of the light. It doesn’t even try to use the 5x sensor at night it just punches in 5x on the main sensor. Just wish there was parity between the sensors because that 1x is amazing all the time
I don’t feel like the minor changes every year warrant an upgrade. I like to wait 3 years personally.
100%, the old 2-year cycle of upgrading phones definitely has turned into 3 years I think at this point. 2021 iPhone 13 Pro is still a super solid smartphone right now, but upgrading from the 2020 12 Pro would be worth it imo.
@@91Tech yeah exactly. I’m currently using the iPhone 13 Pro and am planning to upgrade to 16 pro hopefully.
Same. Got myself an 8 Plus in late 2019 & then upgraded in late 2022 to a 13 Pro. I’ll give it 2 or even 3 more years before I upgrade to something better
i know someone using an iphone X
3 years? Waste of money. Upgrade every 5 years.
I upgraded from a mid-range android to this Pro Max. Needles to say I'm stunned by the amazing performance and very long lasting battery, but what does it for me is the ecosystem, I just wanted the Pro Max because I want the big screen, 120hz and USB C, since no other iPhone offers this the deal was set...
I got a 13 pro max. I switched and it’s a huge upgrade from that. The titanium build is amazing and for whatever reason it feels faster and snappier than my 13.
I got mine after using a s9+ for almost 6 years. It’s absolutely brilliant and will do my best to let it live as long as possible
There was no iPhone 9.
@@skye1212s9, galaxy s9, are you slow?
Same story as everyone else it seems, i got a 13 mini to try iphone and it was my first official iphone ever. I loved my 13 mini, it was a solid performer so naturally i guess i should go all in and buy a big boy iphone and got me a 15 pro max. Im still getting used to the size difference from my tiny mini to this huge pro max and honestly i like it. Ill see when the 24 ultra comes out if i will go back to android or not
I switched from the 13 mini to the 15 pro and I feel like despite it being a very expensive unit, it is a very good package. Im looking forward to keep it for 3 years, minimum 2 years. I can't wait longer because I just enjoy new tech too much. Annual upgrades are definitely not worth it through.
I did the exact same thing. Miss the mini form factor, but really like the 15 pro.
That overheating issue I also experienced myself on my 13 Pro, but thankfully like you said it was only a software thing & they fixed it now
There is problems every year with the latest iPhone it seems and it’s always fixed.
Yes, i had the same issue with the 15PM, after the update runs very cold, even on gaming doesn't feel hot at all.
In the early days an upgrade was warranted every year because every upgrade addressed a major flaw
These days, you can easily wait 3-4 years.
iPhone 12 Pro Max user here ;) ...waiting for iPhone 16 because for now i dont need newer phone....and i like stainles steel frame better.
I traded in my 14 pro for the 15 pro max & Ive been enjoying it…the battery life jump is the most noticeable & i think I’m gonna keep getting the larger models for that reason.
Yayyy Apple successfully converted you to spending more and more, year on year.
@@Gdsamplify yayyy i can upgrade for practically nothing using my cellphone plan 🥱
from a pro to promax then yes the battery is better but the 14 series has better battery overall.
You have just wasted money because the 14 pro is still a really smart phone
@@copyer9088 i didn’t waste anything, i literally spent nothing.
I was going to get the 15 pro max for he camera upgrade from the 13 pro, by my carrier had the Pixel 8 Pro for $399.99 for pre order so I went team pixel to give that a shot.
I am like most people...I am value-oriented, I am not a power user, I appreciate good quality.
I had been using the OnePlus One since 2014. It was a great phone in 2014. I've never had any complaints.
Last month, my OPO died. So I decided to switch to the iPhone. The base iPhone 15 at CAN$1,129 met all my requirements. It has a much better camera than my OPO's. I don't miss 120Hz. I don't miss USB 3.0.
Apple did this "pro max extra" again. İphone 12pm has better ois system on main camera and x2.5 telephoto lens. But pro version has x2 telephoto and traditional ois system on main camera. It is not cool. Maybe some users want one handed device but x5 lens or somehing. Next year, both of them will have some specs (probably). Also heat issues and material quality will fix next year. 16 series could better choice for most of us.
So the 16 is gonna be like the 13. 15 is basically like 12
Enjoyed the video as always. I’m still using my iPhone 11 and I’m happy with it. Battery life still good
Is the performance of your phone great
@@konyctg yes. No problems. Plus iOS updates still coming in. Updated it to the latest iOS just last night.
Besides the camera and maybe the dynamic Island iPhones all run the same yeah maybe the newer ones are a hair bit quicker but you know the iPhone 11 still runs great on iOS 17 so yeah if you don't need the best camera it's a good choice I've got a iPhone 13 mini that I plan on keeping until they stop supporting it because you know I go to the Apple store and I check out the phones they all run the same so good on you
I'm using Iphone 11 currently and its very tempting to upgrade already!
I would upgrade from that personally
I usually upgrade whenever they are no longer getting any updates. Not even out of my own volition even, my workplace sets it as a requirement that it needs to be on the lateste update.
0:59
In Quebec (that French-speaking province in Canada), that same base model 15 Pro max costs just $10 over 2K after taxes.
i upgraded from a base 13 to a 15 Pro Max. The general speed is just so much better, especially after iOS 17. Can’t speak on the battery life yet.
While upgrading from the 13 pro max doesn’t feel like a huge leap, I do appreciate the feeling in the hand, the lighter weight, smaller frame of the pro max, the 5x zoom lens which I love and the Dynamic Island and brighter display.
You and I are in the same boat
planning on upgrading to this from the 12 Mini. certainly a nice upgrade imo.
Despite all the negative comments I have read, I am extremely pleased with my 15 pro running the latest iOS.
Battery is more than fine ( I don't game ).
Bought it last week.
I recently upgraded from 13 mini to 15 Pro. Admittedly, it’s not really because I needed a new phone, but my dad needed one and he wanted my 13 mini specifically. So naturally, I went for the upgrade instead. I went for the Pro for the smaller form factor while still having the pro features which turned out to be quite useful for me. Overall, I really like the 15 Pro, and all of the hate it had when it was first launched were so overblown in my opinion.
Lovely to see Cola again..those eyes ! 🐕 ~ Thank you for great vid, Josh. Oxford, 🇬🇧.
what should the refresh cycle be 3 yrs or 4yrs , what do you recommend ?
i have an iphone 15 pro, and it still gets noticably warm at seemingly random times. I've updated to ios 17.0.3, but every now and again it just gets really warm for no reason, when all i'm doing is playing music or something
iOS 17.1 is out now
I went all out this year and got a 15 Pro Max in natural titanium to match my ultra 2. Now that iPhone has USB-C, I think this time around I’ll try to have this phone for at least two years since I’m usually the one to upgrading yearly. Durability is what concerns me since I tend to put my phone in my back pocket and sometimes take a seat without taking it out. Who knows, maybe this year will be the year I finally get to use the included AppleCare plus that comes with the iPhone upgrade program. as to your point about putting a case on the phone, I usually put clear cases on my stuff along with screen protectors.
Bro said at least 2 years like that’s a long time 😭
I live in New Zealand and the iphone 15 Pro Max costs a eye watering $2,499😳 I went for the 15 Plus as a cheaper alternative that gives me everything I need from a phone. It still cost me $1,849 though🤨
I currently have an IPhone 11 Pro that has been giving me issues when charging it. I’ve had my phone for 2 years so should an upgrade to an IPhone 15 Pro be worth the upgrade?
As someone who came from an iPhone 13 (at a point where I can now afford the pro, yay me) it’s awesome. The battery life is amazing, the zoom options are awesome, performance is shocking (opening apps is instant again) and gaming is incredible. Genshin at 120 fps on my goddamn phone? Incredible (though I have a Peltier cooler)
Also as a Canadian I agree that the Yanks get insane pricing deals because they are the modern imperial core
very good review
I had the Xr and upgraded to 15 pro max. Definitely worth the upgrade but I also told myself the day apple switches to usb-c I'm upgrading
I went from the 12 pro max to 15 pro cause I couldn’t handle carrying a big phone anymore and I absolutely love the portability and the power of the A17 Pro chip
So what size … memory should one go for ..? 256 vs 512gb?
Nice video btw.. I like how you kept it real.
I usually wait longer but just signed up for new service so getting one this year. I’m going up from the 13 Pro Max, my son the 12 Pro and my daughter an XS
Very accurate information from this video.
I love the phone, my only issue is, the “overheating” yes it’s been “addressed” but, some apps still warm it up, nothing too crazy but it’s still noticeable, and don’t get me started on RE Village, phone gets hot, is it unbearable? No. But you do feel it
I upgrade roughly every 2 years, I’m currently on the 14 Pro. From what I’m reading and seeing on different media outlets the 16 Pro is going to be a huge upgrade, the 12, 13, 14, and 15 Pro have been so similar but the 16 Pro is going to bring real change. I’m really looking forward to the 16 Pro. Saving my Verizon dollars 😂
Facts bro me too 🤣🤣
That’s what they say every year, and yet, we’re always underwhelmed !
I'm one year off your upgrade cycle. My next one will be the 17.
Although I am a longtime Apple user, it's indisputable that Android phones are more customizable; they haven't figured out how to market their product. Apple prices increase every year, and this year is no exception! For the first time I purchased the 15 plus, every other year (that I've updated) the model has been a pro max.
Still, the reason that I'm upset with Apple is because of the radiation level, not the price. Charge what you will, but provide a safe product. France demanded a software fix to lower radiation levels in iphone 12.
What kind of Mustang do you drive?
Apple did not cheap out on the cable. Many Android manufactures put usb 2.0 cables in the box as most user would only use that cable for charging
For me, totally worth it from iPhone 13. The 5x zoom is great but the 8GB RAM is fantastic for on the go editing for me
How is the battery life? I am in the current situation that you're in in terms of having a 13. also, do you have the max or just the pro?
I upgraded from the se 2, and it’s a huge change 😭
my 13 pro works like a charm. just replaced the battery and for me it goes to 3 day without charging. There is absolutely no reason to move up to the 15 pro (other than willing to throw some money out the window).
13 pro max battery is the greatest from apple
Whats wrong with throwing some money out of the window here and there? Makes you feel alive
How can you get 3 days battery???
i was gonna get a 15pro as in suffering with storage with my 64gb iphone 12mini
but when i saw the phone shattering like crazy on media kinda scared me
I currently have the iPhone 13 non pro..I do plan on buying the 15 pro max and keeping it for 3 years maybe longer.
i’m stuck personally as I don’t feel like shelling out 1000 bucks for a phone i don’t need as I have a 13 pro however one of my cameras is shattered and produces awful photo and the back has some cracks.
I love my iPhone 14 😊it’s fantastic to use so straight forward
Still any overheating issue Have or not
I like having the latest iPhone. Just because. I'm not ashamed to admit that.
Flexing that mustang
i use a iPhone 14 Pro bought it on 9/12/23 from apple but it overheats when im on youtube
15 pro here in Brazil costs the equivalent of 4000 usd. That’s why I’m holding on to my old 13 Pro for now.
That's $6,300 Australian dollars - are you sure about that? I bought the pro max 15 1tb today for 3k Australian $.
@@whisper2441 Australia has much less import taxes than here. The goverment is corrpupt af and so they put insanely high taxes for imports.
Damn, you Latin Americans need to petition your governments to drop these horrific tech taxes. Not only you earn 10 times less than an US citizen on average, but you pay 4 times the price for tech. It stifles the development of your youth in our increasingly tech focused era, contributing to the cycle of poverty. I live in EU and products are only about 20% more expensive than in the US (mainly due to VAT) whereas wages are comparable. (Depending on state/area)
The price actually came down in the UK and Europe for the 15 series!
are you sure about the iphone 15 pro battery review. coz i returned my iphn 15 pro in 3 weeks coz of really really bad battery life. :(
My iPhone 15 pro have many bugs, specially when I open my phone in the morning and try to open the WhatsApp, it always take a time, and get lazy
Weird, based on the title of the video, I thought this was a video about the 15 Pro, not the 15 Pro Max...
If you were to buy an iPhone in the US with UK pricing the 15 Pro Max would £1,454.67 if you switched it around it would cost the UK £988 from US $ to GBP £
I still haven’t gotten my iphone 15 pro max natural titanium because of delays 😢
I'm a power user and the battery has already gone to 99% and noticing a tad bit of screen burn-in a I think... ☹
Look into how to make your green screen not bounce green light all over your set and make everything, including you, green-tinged.
From what I’m seeing the glass cracked because there’s a hole behind the glass panel
Hi, I wanted to know how much storage you recommend ?
How much storage does your current phone have? How much is in use?
@@Dudofall Currently, out of 128 GB of storage I use 91 GB, mainly because I don't have many photos... so on the phone I want to buy I would have a lot more !
256 seems to be the sweet spot for most people
@@conankkaka1762 Thanks
I also still have Twitter on my phone!
I don’t know if I’d call it a protest more as just I think it’s neat
I don't really get all this is it worth it videos. If you're springing $800 or more for a regular 15, what's $200 extra for all the pro features and a better screen?
Great phone I love it but like you said if you have a 14 pro I’d wait only upgrade if you’re a tech enthusiast like me lol!!😂
Paid in Sweden 2100 dollars for my Iphone 15 Pro Max 512gb
Been using the IPhone 15 pro and it has been great! Much better than my previous Samsung.
For me, I’m on my last iPhone because I have a 13 mini and Apple discontinued their mini line. I’ll probably will be going back to Android once Apple no longer supports the 13 mini
got a case on my normal 13 got hard floors so its a must😉
I actually came from a iPhone 13 pro got a good deal for the 13 pro Max $850 off not too shabby
but to be fair the 13 pro max is also buttery smooth and feels up to date with todays smart phones
I have the 15 Pro. I haven't experienced any overheating, but TBH I haven't been on it for hrs. I have a life 😆
I’m still using my iPhone 8 Plus.
Watching this after I bought my iPhone 15 pro already for no reason
the performance of the M17 pro chip it doesn't come close to what TSMC states that the 3 nano meter node should be able to achieve neither in energy efficiency nor in performance the N5 / 4 node is better than the N3 B node
apple hasn't changed the chip since ipone 12 they only made small changes so i'm waiting
I’m upgrading from a 12 pro and I’m excited to have something new…
I’m going down to South America for three months, so I’ll have such an opportunity to capture some amazing photos!!
Very likely it gets stolen though 😅😅 let’s pray not.
Good video yeah it looks like a great phone. I've got a iPhone 13 mini and if I was to upgrade I would upgrade to the 15 plus which may sound strange cuz I'm coming from a small phone but I think the regular 15 isn't one handable and the battery life is it's okay they're not great but if I'm giving up the one hand ability with the mini I might as well get a phone that has really good battery life so I'd get the 15 plus and it wouldn't be the pro model cuz I don't make UA-cam videos and some of the features maybe I don't need and I don't want a heavier phone I think the 15 plus even though it's expensive it it the best one in the lineup this year because there is no mini now if there was a 15 mini that would be my choice
Imagine if they made a 15 pro mini 😍 I love my 13 mini, wish they never got rid of that size footprint.
I had the 15 Pro Max and enjoyed the battery life, but the 5x seemed overhyped. It was good for some things like concerts, but I found myself not using it as much as 3x on my previous Pro. Also, more times than not, the camera would digitally crop to 5x if there wasn’t perfect lighting instead of optical 5x. And the zoomed in range 2x - 5x looked terrible compared to the 15 Pro’s 2x-5x. I went with the Pro for comfortability and preference.
Yeah I know it's kind of annoying when it digital zooms. If I *press* the *5x* button, it should optical zoom thereto.
@@DanielQwertyIt can be fixed in an iOS update, but I feel that should have been made certain before the launch
How’s the battery on the 15 pro compared to the 15 pro max you had ?
The thing is most people who buy iPhones are going to get the pro whether they "need" it or not. Everyone I know has a pro version of the iPhone and none of them are youtubers or photographers, etc.
Still holding on to my iPhone Xs that I got from 2019 and waiting to upgrade to an for iphone 16 pro 1 TB.
The spec bump isn’t too great from iphone 14 pro, no upgrades in camera lens beyond software adjustments, the design is lame and is an noob generation on USB-C.
I got from 13 basic to 15 pro because they reduced weight. Wife has 14 pro and it is too heavy for me.
Upgraded from the XR to the 15 pro max 💪
8:47， don’t do that, the lens would easily scratch the screen
This is the same iPhone 15 pro that everyone and their mother keep trash talking about the “small battery”? I’m confused. So the battery is good?
The battery is dependent on how you use it.
I agree on the 5x it’s not that great, performs worse in the mid range. Personally I’m better off with the 15 pro if I get one
in my country the price actually went down compared to the 14
I had the XR until August, when I decided to get the 14 Pro since I was fearing another price increase in Europe + removal of physical SIM tray. However, I have to say that I regret upgrading. Aside from battery life, there's nothing that important in the modern phones that is necessary or a must have. Its nice to have a better camera, a better screen, better speakers, etc, but I feel like phones are reaching their limit and the jump from an XR to a 14 Pro/15 Pro doesnt feel like from a 3GS to a 5S lets say. I kinda regret buying a newer phone, my XR was running just fine (aside from battery life) and I feel like I could have gotten a couple extra years out of it
I’m still on a XR upgrading soon due battery’s degrading but functionality wise it’s still a good enough
@@porkerthepigmy advice: dont upgrade yet. Replace the battery and get a couple extra years. You’ll regret man
Anecdotal the iPhone 12 to the iPhone 14 are better then the XR and a lot of ways
I would say that its worh it. your XR was a bi behind by now. Now you have a phone thas near he limit of future development and tha can last you for a long time if you take care of it. Camerras and screen are a big plus in my opinion
In the UK, $1 is equal to £0.82 (current rate) but, as far as I know, we pay the same price in £s as US buyers pay in $s. So unfair!
I’m looking forward to upgrading from my XS next year. Definitely going down the Pro route, but haven’t decided which one yet. Hoping there’s a mid year colour, like the green 13 Pro my kids got.
Thanks for the video!
You dont pay the same price, the US doesnt show taxes in their price. Its more expensive than shown on the website
If you watch concert
The zoom is good thing
i can get a free iphone 15 with t mobile’s new promo. i have a 13 pro max rn. should I sell my 13 or sell the free 15 I’ll get and just get the 16 next year?
It’s not free just have don’t have to anything today
you are lucky in Canada you get the SIM card Tray , in the USA we have eSim Totally.
13 pro max to 15 pro because although I love the battery and large screen I just like the more compact feel of the 15 pro even tho battery is a lot worse then The 13pm but so far I’m living it
8:29 how many of us are applying 100 pounds of pressure in opposite directions to bend our phone though?
I paid the equivalent almost 3k CAD for a 512 Pro Max in Poland. Yikes
lowkey better channel than simple alpaca
Well I have a iPhone 11 and I’ve been wanting to upgrade this year with a pro model but yeah it’s seems like a unnecessary upgrade
Maybe I’ll switch to android or I’ll just stay with my 11
two reasons to upgrade from your iPhone 11 would be 5G modems and OLED.
I’ve upgraded to a 15 pro from an 11, and it’s defo a noticeable upgrade, especially the display and camera
OLED yes, but who needs 5G speeds?@@LChineze
Ill upgrade an iPhone when it stops getting software upgrades
i never owned an iphone. im just a windows user. iphone 15 pro max should be more durable.
I bought a iPhone 15 pro and then returned it and got a pixel 8 pro instead