The iPhone 11 is a smartphone from Apple featuring a 6.1-inch Liquid Retina HD display, the A13 Bionic chip, and a dual 12MP camera system with Wide and Ultra Wide lenses, enabling 4K video recording. Released in 2019, it offers IP68 water and dust resistance and supports wireless charging. With its strong camera, powerful chip, and long-lasting battery, the iPhone 11 provided excellent value and remains a capable device, especially for those seeking a more affordable Apple iPhone.
The iPhone 12 features a modern design with flat edges, an advanced A14 Bionic chip with 5G connectivity, and an improved dual-camera system that includes Night Mode on both front and rear cameras. It boasts a durable Ceramic Shield front glass, a crisp OLED Super Retina XDR display, and introduces the MagSafe system for accessories and charging. While battery life is decent for a full day, the device lacks a telephoto lens, LiDAR scanner, and a 120Hz display refresh rate, common in newer models.
The iPhone 12 Pro is a 2020 smartphone featuring a A14 Bionic chip, a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with Ceramic Shield, and a triple-camera system with Wide, Ultra Wide, and Telephoto lenses. It sports a premium stainless steel frame, MagSafe and wireless charging, 5G connectivity, and LiDAR Scanner for enhanced night mode portraits and faster autofocus. The iPhone 12 Pro also offers IP68 water resistance, multiple storage options (128GB, 256GB, 512GB), and supports the latest iOS updates.
The iPhone 13 features a powerful A15 Bionic chip, a bright 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, an advanced dual-camera system with Cinematic mode, and improved battery life compared to its predecessor. It retains Face ID, Ceramic Shield durability, and water resistance, while the notch is 20% smaller. As of early 2025, it still runs the latest iOS and is expected to receive updates for several more years.
The iPhone 13 Pro is a 2021 flagship device featuring a powerful A15 Bionic chip, a high-refresh-rate 120Hz ProMotion display, and a significant upgrade to its triple-camera system with a 3x telephoto lens, macro mode, and Cinematic Mode video. It retains a premium design with stainless steel and a matte glass back but has a larger notch than its predecessors and still uses the Lightning port. While lacking Apple Intelligence, it remains a capable and fluid-feeling device for everyday tasks, with support for major iOS updates expected until at least 2027.
The iPhone 14 is a refinement of its predecessor, the iPhone 13, with key upgrades including improved low-light photography via the Photonic Engine, new emergency features like Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via Satellite, and support for eSIM in the US. While it retains the familiar design, performance is boosted by a new 5-core GPU A15 Bionic chip, and it introduces Action mode for enhanced video stabilization.
The iPhone 14 Pro is a powerful and premium smartphone featuring an innovative Dynamic Island display, an upgraded 48MP Main camera, the fast A16 Bionic chip, an always-on display, and enhanced safety features like crash detection. It offers a professional camera system with 4K video recording and ProRAW capabilities, strong performance for apps and gaming, and excellent battery life. The device's high-quality Super Retina XDR OLED display with ProMotion technology and a sturdy design with a matte glass back and stainless steel frame contribute to its premium user experience.
The iPhone 15 features a Dynamic Island, USB-C port, and an advanced 48MP main camera for improved photography and zoom capabilities. It uses the powerful A16 Bionic chip for excellent performance and supports wireless charging. The device also has a durable design with contoured edges, color-infused glass, and IP68 water resistance, available in various new colors.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max features a premium titanium design, a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display with a 120Hz refresh rate and Dynamic Island, and is powered by an advanced 3nm chip. Its advanced camera system includes a 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide, and 12MP telephoto lens with 5x optical zoom, along with a LiDAR scanner. It also introduces the customizable Action button, USB-C port, and improved battery life.
The Action button on the iPhone 16 Pro Max is a customizable, programmable button that can be set to perform a variety of actions, such as launching the camera, activating a focus mode, turning on the flashlight, or opening an app. To set up or change the Action button's function, you can go to the Settings app and select Action Button to choose from a range of options, allowing for quick access to features you use frequently.
The iPhone 16 Pro features a slightly larger 6.3-inch display, a new A18 Pro chip, a versatile triple-camera system including a new 48MP ultrawide sensor and a standard 5x telephoto lens, and the innovative Camera Control button. It runs iOS 18 with Apple's AI features, offers improved performance, better battery life due to a larger battery and more efficient internal design, and a durable titanium frame with the latest Ceramic Shield glass.
The iPhone Pro Max 17 combines elegance with a sleek design, offering a premium, sophisticated look. Its LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED display ensures vivid, cinematic clarity. Powered by the A19 Pro chip, it delivers seamless multitasking and speed. The innovative periscope telephoto lens allows for precise, distant shots, while 4K recording with Dolby Vision offers cinematic storytelling. Enjoy lightning-fast download and upload speeds for uninterrupted streaming, alongside exceptional battery life for all-day usage.