iPhone 15 Review: Welcome to the Club!

Marques Brownlee

Marques Brownlee

13 min, 51 sec

The video is a comprehensive review of Apple's iPhone 15, highlighting its features, design, performance, and how it compares to previous models.

Summary

  • The iPhone 15 is not groundbreaking but is still a good phone with Apple's late mover advantage strategy, featuring familiar designs with subtle improvements.
  • The new iPhone feels more comfortable to hold with softened edges and a satin glass back, despite colors being less vibrant.
  • It includes the dynamic island from the Pro models and is brighter at up to 2,000 nits but still has a 60 hertz display, which is unusual for its price range.
  • Performance is solid with the A16 Bionic chip from last year's Pro model, and the battery life is notably good.
  • USB-C is introduced, but with no USB 3 data speeds, and there are new software features like ultra-wideband chip and audio effects.

Chapter 1

Introduction to iPhone 15's Familiarity

0:01 - 39 sec

The video starts with an introduction to the iPhone 15, emphasizing its lack of new internal features but acknowledging it as a good phone.

The video starts with an introduction to the iPhone 15, emphasizing its lack of new internal features but acknowledging it as a good phone.

  • The iPhone 15 is introduced as Apple's latest phone, with no new internal features but still considered good.
  • The concept of being a good phone without being new is discussed, highlighting Apple's strategy.

Chapter 2

Design and Aesthetics

0:40 - 1 min, 37 sec

The reviewer describes the iPhone 15's design, comparing it to the previous model and noting improvements in comfort and aesthetics.

The reviewer describes the iPhone 15's design, comparing it to the previous model and noting improvements in comfort and aesthetics.

  • The design is similar to the iPhone 14, with familiar looks and only subtle updates.
  • Improvements include softened corners and a satin glass back that is comfortable and fingerprint-resistant.

Chapter 3

Display Technology and User Perceptions

2:27 - 3 min, 41 sec

Discussion revolves around the iPhone 15's 60 hertz display and how it affects user experience and perceptions.

Discussion revolves around the iPhone 15's 60 hertz display and how it affects user experience and perceptions.

  • The iPhone 15 sports a brighter screen with the introduction of the dynamic island, but retains a 60 hertz display.
  • The reviewer reflects on the typical user's indifference to high refresh rates, but questions Apple's decision not to upgrade the display.

Chapter 4

Performance and Battery Life

6:11 - 1 min, 5 sec

The iPhone 15's performance is covered, including discussions on its chip, battery life, and Apple's resolution to reported issues.

The iPhone 15's performance is covered, including discussions on its chip, battery life, and Apple's resolution to reported issues.

  • Despite having a last year's A16 Bionic chip, the performance is adequate and battery life is impressive.
  • Apple addresses reported heat and battery issues in an upcoming iOS update.

Chapter 5

Transition to USB-C and Data Transfer

7:27 - 43 sec

The chapter highlights the iPhone 15's transition to USB-C and its implications regarding data transfer speeds.

The chapter highlights the iPhone 15's transition to USB-C and its implications regarding data transfer speeds.

  • The iPhone 15 moves to USB-C, offering convenience despite the lack of USB 3 data speeds.
  • Details like the color-matched inside of the USB-C port and the model number printed inside it are noted.

Chapter 6

Software Features and Updates

8:14 - 1 min, 55 sec

New software features of the iPhone 15 are explored, including ultra-wideband capabilities and audio effects.

New software features of the iPhone 15 are explored, including ultra-wideband capabilities and audio effects.

  • The inclusion of an ultra-wideband chip and OS-level audio and video effects are considered new and clever additions.
  • Other software updates include downloadable offline areas for Apple Maps and an 80% battery charge limiter.

Chapter 7

Camera Upgrades and Portrait Mode Innovations

10:13 - 2 min, 12 sec

The review touches on the iPhone 15's upgraded camera system and the new auto-Portrait Mode feature.

The review touches on the iPhone 15's upgraded camera system and the new auto-Portrait Mode feature.

  • The iPhone 15 features an upgraded camera system with a new 48 megapixel main camera and improved Portrait Mode capabilities.
  • Auto-Portrait Mode captures depth information automatically, allowing for later editing.

Chapter 8

Final Thoughts and Recommendations

12:28 - 1 min, 17 sec

The final chapter offers the reviewer's verdict on the iPhone 15 and advice for potential buyers.

The final chapter offers the reviewer's verdict on the iPhone 15 and advice for potential buyers.

  • The iPhone 15 is recommended for those upgrading from older models due to its improvements and USB-C transition.
  • The reviewer advises against purchasing older models with Lightning ports in light of the USB-C change.

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