iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max were announced on the 16th of September, 2022. All the models have an improved A16 processor. An improved rear camera, new portrait mode, and cinematic mode with 4K support on the model Pro.
Where the iPhone 14 and iPhone are cheaper iPhone models, the Pro and Pro Max have higher prices with better screens, smaller A13 processors unlike newer models (A14 processors), and supported 5G networking which does not support any other 5G networking device.
Pricing:
iPhone 14 starts from $799 USD
The iPhone 14 Plus starts from $899 USD
iPhone 14 Pro starts from $999 USD
iPhone 14 Pro Max starts from $1099 USD
Availability and design:
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are available in midnight, blue, starlight, purple, and red color with 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage capacities.
The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are available in Space Black, Silver, Gold, and Deep Purple in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1 TB storage capacities.
iPhone 14 has a 6.1‑inch (diagonal) all‑screen OLED display and weighs 172 grams (6.07 ounces).
The iPhone 14 Plus has an all-screen OLED display of 6.7‑inch (diagonal) and weighs 203 grams (7.16 ounces).
iPhone 14 Pro has a 6.1‑inch (diagonal) all‑screen OLED display with a weight of 206 grams (7.27 ounces).
The iPhone 14 Pro Max has a 6.7‑inch (diagonal) all‑screen OLED display with a body weight of 240 grams (8.47 ounces).
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 plus:
Considering the design, iPhone 14 models come with a Ceramic Shield front, flat edges, an aerospace-grade aluminum enclosure, and a glass back with wireless charging. Both the models are IP68 water resistant, which allows them to withstand a depth from 6 meters to 30 minutes under the IEC standard 60529.
They have an updated 12-megapixel Wide camera with a larger sensor, an ƒ/1.5 aperture, and1.9 µm-sized pixels for improved performance in low light. They also have a sensor-shift optical image stabilization feature with an updated TrueDepth camera of ƒ/1.9 aperture.
The models have a Photonic Engine that improves their low-light photography performance by up to 2x on the Ultra Wide camera and TrueDepth camera, and up to 2.5x on the Wide camera. The Photonic iPhone 14’s Engine expands on Deep Fusion and provides amazing detail while preserving subtle textures and colors.
There’s an Action Mode in iPhone 14 that provides smooth-looking video with better image stabilization than all previous models. The Action Mode can also be adjusted to significant shakes, motion, and vibrations, even in the middle of the action while a video is being captured. Its Cinematic Mode is available in 4K at 30 fps and 4K at 24 fps and the True Tone flash is 10 percent brighter with better uniformity.
The iPhone 14 includes a dual-core accelerometer that can measure up to 256Gs, and a Crash Detection feature that can contact emergency services if you’re in a serious accident and can’t reach your iPhone.
Apple also added Emergency SOS via satellite, allowing the iPhone 14 to connect directly to satellites for communication purposes in emergencies when WiFi and cellular are unavailable.
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max:
In iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max, Apple has adopted the pill-shaped cutout at the front of the display that houses camera equipment and can change in shape and size using software depending on the screen.
The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max feature a brand new Super Retina XDR display with updated ProMotion technology that permits an Always-On display, a primary for an iPhone. The Always-On display is created possible through a replacement 1Hz to 120Hz refresh rate and improved power-efficient technologies.
There’s an updated A16 contributing to the iPhone 14 Pro models. The A16 is the first chip built on the new 4-nanometer process, which improves its speed and efficiency. The A16 incorporates a faster 6-core CPU, a 5-core GPU with 50 percent more memory bandwidth, with a 16-core Neural Engine.
iPhone 14 Pro models can shoot at the complete 48MP with ProRAW. Which makes iPhone 14 Pro very suitable for impressive professional photos. The model has a Second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilization that reduces shake and blur; a brand new 12-megapixel Ultra Wide camera with larger pixels that sharpens the images with more details; and a more robust macro mode.
The iPhone 14’s TrueDepth front-facing camera has an improved f/1.9 aperture that gives better quality low-light selfies and videos. And supports autofocus for the primary time. The True Tone flash has been redesigned with an array of nine LEDs. That changes patterns to support the lens’ focal distance. Other features like Night mode, Smart HDR 4, Portrait Mode, and Photographic Styles are also available in the model.
Action mode(for video), Crash Detection feature, and Emergency SOS via satellite is also available in Pro models.
The iPhone 14 Pro models support 5G connectivity (sub-6GHz and mmWave in the United States). And use a new Qualcomm X65 modem.
Comparison of iPhone 14 models with iPhone 13:
Similar to iPhone 13 models, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus include Super Retina XDR OLED displays. That support 1200 nits peak brightness, a 2,000,000:1 contrast ratio, and Dolby Vision. And True Tone support for matching the white balance of the display to the lighting within the room.
Apple used the identical A15 Chip inside the iPhone 13 Pro models for the iPhone 14 models. Having a 6‑core CPU with two performance and 4 efficiency cores, 5‑core GPU, and 16‑core Neural Engine.
Same as iPhone 13 models, the iPhone 14 models support 5G connectivity and use a brand new Qualcomm X65 modem.
Battery life has been improved with the iPhone 14, which lasts an hour longer than the iPhone 13. The iPhone 14 lasts for up to twenty hours when watching a video. While iPhone 14 Plus lasts for up to 26 hours when watching the video.
The iPhone 14 Pro’s Super Retina XDR display gives a higher peak HDR brightness at up to 2000 nits. Which puts it on par with the professional Display XDR. This feature offers the best level of outdoor peak brightness of a smartphone. Which can be said to be twice brighter than the iPhone 13 Pro in sunny conditions.
Battery life has been improved with the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max . Which lasts an hour longer than the iPhone 13 Pro models. The iPhone 14 Pro lasts up to 23 hours when watching videos. And the Pro Max lasts up to 29 hours when watching videos.
Conclusion:
The iPhone 14 has been criticized for having the same design (including display notch) as the iPhone 13. This has been addressed by Apple Inc which said that they want to focus on software experience. Rather than hardware such as a megapixel or iris scanner.
After the discussion, it is concluded that the iPhone 14 packs a rapid punch in every aspect. The best of the best, pertaining to its hardware and software. All aimed at pleasing present-day and future software solutions, it offers performance that’s truly premium. And with an eye on satisfying all tastes and needs, this is the perfect smartphone for Apple fans to own.