Apple is expected to hold a launch event on September 7 to introduce its new iPhone 14 series of smartphones. The lineup is expected to include the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The Cupertino company has remained silent about the details of the upcoming smartphones. However, several leaks and rumors have surfaced suggesting possible specifications, design details and pricing for the handset. With the expected launch a few weeks away, let’s take a look at what we can expect from the iPhone 14 lineup.
For starters, all the rumors indicate that Apple has decided to shelve the Mini model with the iPhone 14 series, which is believed to include the vanilla iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Max, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14. Includes Pro Max.
iPhone 14 series price, launch date (rumoured)
According to a recent report, the iPhone 14 lineup could be unveiled during a launch event on September 7. The company reportedly intends to stream it online rather than conduct it in person.
The price of the iPhone 14 is expected to start at $799 (approximately Rs. 64,000). Meanwhile, the prices of iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max are expected to increase by $100 (approximately Rs.8,000) over last year’s iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. When it comes to pricing, the iPhone 14 Max can be priced between the regular iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro.
iPhone 14 Series Specifications, Features (rumoured)
The iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone Pro Max are rumored to have the new Apple A16 Bionic chip, which is said to be based on TSMC’s existing 5nm process technology. Meanwhile, the regular iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max may feature the Apple A15 Bionic chip that powers the iPhone 13 series. Despite being equipped with the same chip, the iPhone 14 and iPhone Max are expected to get a performance boost due to their new cellular modems and internal design.
The performance disparity between the Pro and non-Pro models continues with the smartphone’s memory. A report suggests that the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone Pro Max are likely to pack 6GB of LPDDR5 RAM. Previous reports have claimed that up to 2TB of storage can also be available in the Pro model. The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max, on the other hand, are expected to have a relatively slower 6GB of LPDDR4X RAM.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo suggested that the iPhone 14 line could feature an f/1.9 aperture lens and an upgraded front camera with autofocus. Kuo also claimed that the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max could feature a 48-megapixel wide-angle sensor at the back.
The iPhone 14 may sport a 6.1-inch screen and the iPhone 14 Max may sport a 6.7-inch display. The Pro model may also include an Always On Display (AOD) feature. The alleged leaked images of the iPhone 14 Pro screen protector reveal that it will sport a pill-shaped cutout with a hole-punch slot next to it. The design appears to be similar to the previously leaked CAD renders.
According to a recent report, the iPhone 14 can come in Black, Blue, Green, Purple, Red and White color options. Apart from this, Gold, Graphite, Green, Purple and Silver color options are likely to be given in iPhone 14 Pro. The report also suggests that the iPhone 14 lineup could support a larger and heavier MagSafe battery along with 30W charging support.
An increase in battery capacity is also expected in the iPhone 14 series. The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max are said to pack a 3,279mAh battery and a 4,325mAh battery respectively. Similarly, the iPhone 14 Pro could pack a 3,200mAh battery and the iPhone 14 Pro Max could pack a 4,323mAh battery. In addition, the Pro models may come with an upgraded Lightning connector with USB 3.0 speeds (5Gbps).
