iPhone 14: price, release date, design, features… everything you need to know before the announcement

The announcement of a new iphone by Apple is still an event and has been going on for fifteen years. The iPhone remains today the star product of the Apple brand and is preparing for a sixteenth generation. The presentation of the iPhone 14 should take place in a few months, but the rumors in the corridors multiply; so we can already have a pretty good idea of ​​what Apple has in store for us.

After a 2021 vintage marked by the launch of the iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max; We take stock of the iPhone 14 that will soon accompany the iPhone SE 2022.

Still four models, but a new strategy

Apple offers us four different iPhones for two years, ranging from the “classic” model to the Pro Max, passing through the “mini” and the Pro. With its mini version, the Cupertino company has proven the experience of offering a high-end and very compact model . An idea against the current of Android competition that has deserted this segment in favor of large models. If hemini-iphone clashes, never really convinced and rumors of abandonment quickly emerged. This compact device survived until 2021, but it should disappear in 2022 to make way for another model.

In 2022, Apple says goodbye to the mini version

The Apple brand must always offer four new models this year. The main difference with previous generations would be the presence of a new iPhone 14 not Pro instead of the iPhone mini. A logical choice after the commercial difficulties of the latter, which should help the Californian firm to better face its rivals under Android.

to accompany the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro Y iPhone 14 ProMaxApple would therefore bet on a iPhone 14 maximum.

Design: two screen sizes and some changes

With the disappearance of the mini, it is a whole series that Apple will have to rethink, well almost. Ultimately the approach would be quite simple with two ranges and two different screen sizes. The “classic” iPhone 14 would offer a screen of 6.1 inches while the “Max” variant would peak 6.7 inches.

Same observation for the Pro versions with a iPhone 14 Pro 6.1-inch on one side and one model 14 Pro Max 6.7-inch. In recent weeks, the casts of fictitious models have made it possible to see more clearly and imagine the size of the different iPhone 14s.

The most observant will have noticed a possible block-level resizing of photos back. If we’re going to come back to this a bit later when we discuss the photo portion of these smartphones, the photo blocks on the back of the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max would be thicker. From diagrams shared by Max Weinbach On Twitter the block of the iPhone 14 Pro would present a thickness of 4.17 mm against 3.60 mm for that of the iPhone 13 Pro. The “hump” of the Pro Max model would evolve in the same proportions; confirming an overweight trend at Apple for a few years (2.79 mm for the iPhone 12 Pro Max block).

Based on the dimensions of the CAD files, this is the front of the iPhone 14 Pro compared to the iPhone 13 Pro. The bezels are approximately 20% thinner and the hole punch is *not* small. Renders coming soon! https://t.co/qjgYoa0aL2 pic.twitter.com/A7Wgz7byCf

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Thicker, it would also be bigger in this version 14 Pro Max; dropping from 35.01 x 36.24mm on the 13 Pro Max to 36.73 x 38.21mm. In total, the new model would have a total thickness of 12.02 mm against 11.25 mm of its predecessor. If that doesn’t sound like much to you, you should be aware that adding a case will tend to make the smartphone even more imposing. Finally, we expect comparable dimensions and if we don’t know anything about the weight of future models; We remember that the current iPhone 13 Pro Max exhibits 238 grams on the scale.

Notch or no notch? Such is the matter

In the front, the the main question concerns the notch and it is rumored that those from Cupertino are planning some changes. Since its appearance on the iPhone X, its presence has been divided and rumors have multiplied with each new version. This year 2022 should, for the first time, mark a real break between the “classic” and Pro ranges. After a 20% discount on the iPhone 13, the notch would disappear on Pro and Pro Max models.

The manufacturer would opt for a smooth transition offering a double whammy in its Pro range. The iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max would be equipped with a classic punch to house the front camera and a “pill” to house the FaceID sensors. This solution would give the brand the opportunity to turn the page of the notch, without losing functionality and following the latest trends. On the other hand, the two “basic” models would still not be affected for this design change.

These developments have been repeatedly mentioned for several weeks by various sources, including Mark Gurman of Bloomberg. However, there is still a question about the final design and the models in question. What remains of the suspense before the official announcement?

Apple would also be tempted to do evolve the chassis of your iPhone 14 Pro featuring a titanium frame. This material would replace stainless steel in these models, following in the footsteps of some Apple Watch and Apple Card. Already mentioned for the current generation, the steam chamber could make an appearance this year. This change would be to keep the iPhone cool while the smartphone has a powerful chip and 5G connectivity.

The technical sheet: attention to the differences

The components are, at the moment, relatively free of leaks. We hope to find a new chip for successor to the A15 Bionic that equips the iPhone 13, SE 2022 and the iPad mini 6. It really is not a first to think that Cupertino will present an A16 Bionic chip, but there are some interesting elements. First, Apple would be limited to one 5nm etching fineness (such as the A15 Bionic) and therefore would not immediately switch to 3nm etching.

The other persistent rumor is that this chip will be reserved for the Pro models, according to Ming-Ching Kuo. The Apple specialist assures that the new The A16 chip would only equip the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. The “non-Pro” versions, specifically the iPhone 14 and 14 Max, would retain the current A15 chip and this would not be the only difference. However, to support the SoC, Apple would offer 6GB of RAM across its range with a subtlety. Pro models would carry LPDDR5 while classic models would be entitled to LPDDR4X.

On the connectivity side, the 5G is now de rigueur in the iPhone and we hope to find a Qualcomm Snapdragon X65 modem. The iPhone 14 would also benefit from a Wi-Fi 6E connectivity, the latest generation of wireless connection. Little by little it is gaining a place in France and in particular in the boxes of Internet service providers; with improved yields as a result.

The screen is also at the center of the rumors and, once again, differences are expected. Unlike the first color noises, the four iPhone 14 models should not benefit from a 120 Hz screen. The technology ProMotion would be reserved for the “Pro” versionslike on the iPhone 13.

More recently, we learned that the iPhone 14 Pro will have a improved lightning port. The current connector offers performance comparable to USB 2.0 (i.e. 480 Mbit/s) while the new Lightning would offer speeds close to USB 3.0 Speeds would be up to ten times higher (5 Gbit/s) s) to allow to Apple to solve the biggest problem creators are currently facing. In fact, the current Pro models can handle large files (4K video encoded in ProRes), but they are limited by their connectivity.

Regarding iPhones with a USB-C port, the rumor is more present than ever. However, the first models would not arrive until 2023.

The camera: a wind of change?

Apple must come out well in the photo against its rivals under Android. It is in this area that the iPhone 14 will seek to distinguish itself with interesting news. The information about the design evokes the presence of thicker photoblocks and this would be explained by the changes made by the manufacturer.

The entire range would be entitled to improvements and, as always, the Pro models will be in the spotlight. This year the The wide-angle sensor would increase to 48 megapixels (compared to the current 12 megapixels) in the higher-end variants.

This clear progression would be accompanied by the possibility to record in 8K, in addition to making higher definition shots. Apple would use the pixel binning technique to improve the quality of images taken by its smartphones; especially in low light.

The other modules, namely the telephoto lens dedicated to zoom and the ultra wide angle, would stay at 12 megapixels.

When will the iPhone 14 be released?

As usual, the pricing policy and the release date are not the most subject to leaks. If we refer to Apple’s habits, we can think that the The iPhone 14 will be presented in September 2022. Marketing should start a few days later.

What is the price of the next Apple smartphone?

No information has been leaked, but we hope prices comparable to the current range. Today, Apple offers the iPhone 13 mini at €809 and the iPhone 13 at €909, while the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max are offered at €1,159 and €1,259 respectively. Please note that these are the starting prices for each of these variants.

The end of the mini model and However, the appearance of an iPhone 14 Max could lead Apple to revise its price list a bit.. According to information from Ming-Chi Kuo, this new model would be sold for around $900 in the United States. FYI, the iPhone 13 is currently listed at $799 and the iPhone 13 Pro at $999.

Therefore we can expect a price around 1,000 euros for the iPhone 14 Max. The iPhone 14 would then become the most affordable model (about 900 euros) while the Pro versions would remain the most expensive.