Apple iPhone 14 Plus
Specs
General
| Device Type | Apple Iphone |
| Model | A2886, A2632, A2885, A2896, A2887 |
| Announced | 07 September, 2022 |
| Released | 07 October, 2022 |
| Status | Available |
Design
| Water Resistant | Water resistant (up to 30 minutes in a depth of 6 meter), IP68 |
| Dimensions | 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 203 g |
| Protection | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame |
| Colors | Midnight, Purple, Starlight, Blue, Red |
Display
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz |
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.7 inches (17.02 cm) |
| Resolution | 1284x2778 px (FHD+) |
| Display Colors Display Colors is refers to the number of different shades of colors that the screen is capable of displaying => 64K colors, 256K colors and 16 million colors, Obviously 16M is highest available range of colors and better than others. | 16M colors |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | 457 ppi |
| Touch Screen | 3D Touch Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Ceramic Shield glass |
| Features |
HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) Emergency SOS via satellite (SMS sending/receiving), Glass front+ Gorilla Glass), Glass back + Gorilla Glass), Aluminum frame, IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 mins), Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified), Document editor |
| Secondary Display | No |
Camera
| Front Camera | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Camera Setup | Double |
| Main Camera Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. |
12 MP, f/1.5, 26mm (wide), 1/1.7", 1.9µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) |
| Image | 4000 x 3000 Pixels |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
| Camera Features | HDR (photo/panorama), Video (4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), Cinematic mode (4K@30fps), stereo sound rec.) |
| Flash Flash Light => There is commonly two types of flash lights are used in camera mobile phones, LED Flash (LED flash offers lower power consumption with drive circuitry that takes up very little room, LEDs can be strobed faster than any other light source), Xenon Flash (xenon flash produces an extremely intense full-spectrum white light for a very short duration) | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
Hardware
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | IOS 16 |
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Apple A15 Bionic |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Hexa Core (3.23 GHz, Dual core, Avalanche + 1.82 GHz, Quad core, Blizzard) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 5 nm |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Apple GPU (Five-core graphics) |
| RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 6 GB |
| Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. | 128/256/512GB Built-in |
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | |
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Face ID, Gyro, Proximity, Ultra Wideband (UWB) support |
Network
| SIM TYPE SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Nano SIM |
| SIM Technology | Dual Sim, Dual Standby |
| 2G Network | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Network |
LTE |
| 5G Network | SA/NSA/Sub6 |
Multimedia
| FM Radio | |
| Stereo Speakers | YES |
| Loudspeaker | YES |
| Audio Jack | Lightning to 3.5 mm headphone jack adapter |
| Audio Features | Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus |
Connectivity
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band |
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | v5.3 with A2DP, LE |
| GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | Yes + A-GPS support, & GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| USB | Lightning, USB 2.0 |
| EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| Speed | 3G (HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps), 4G LTE-A, 5G capable, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| Wi-fi Hotspot | |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. |
Features
| Messaging | iMessage, SMS (threaded view), MMS, Email, Push Email |
| Web Browser Web Browser => a web browser is a software application used to locate, retrieve and display content on the World Wide Web, including Web pages, images, video and other files, The primary function of a web browser is to render HTML, the code used to design or markup webpages. | HTML5 |
| Torch |
Battery
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion (Lithium Ion) |
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 4325 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | Yes |
| Extra |
Fast charging, 50% in 30 min (advertised) USB Power Delivery 2.0 MagSafe wireless charging 15W Qi magnetic fast wireless charging 7.5W |
Apple iPhone 14 Plus Detailed Review
Introduction:
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is a larger variant of the standard iPhone 14, launched in September 2022. This model aims to provide users with a big-screen experience without the need to opt for the Pro Max models, offering a middle ground in terms of size and price. This review delves into the iPhone 14 Plus, exploring its design, display, performance, camera system, battery life, software, and more, along with a summary of its pros and cons.
Specifications at a Glance
- Display: 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED (2778 x 1284 pixels, 458 ppi)
- Processor: Apple A15 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine
- RAM: 6 GB
- Storage Options: 128 GB, 256 GB, 512 GB
- Rear Cameras: Dual 12 MP system (wide f/1.5, ultra-wide f/2.4) with Sensor-Shift Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) and 4K Dolby Vision HDR video recording
- Front Camera: 12 MP TrueDepth camera (f/1.9) with autofocus
- Battery: Estimated 26 hours of talk time
- Water and Dust Resistance: IP68 rating (up to 6 meters for 30 minutes)
- Operating System: Originally iOS 16, upgradable to the latest iOS versions
- Audio: Stereo speakers, Lightning port (no headphone jack)
- Dimensions: 160.8 x 78.1 x 7.8 mm
- Weight: 203 grams
Design and Build Quality
Aesthetics:
- Familiar Design: The iPhone 14 Plus carries forward the design language seen in recent iPhones, with flat edges, a Ceramic Shield front cover, and an aerospace-grade aluminum frame.
- Color Options: Available in several colors:
- Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, PRODUCT(RED)
Durability:
- Ceramic Shield: The front display is protected by Ceramic Shield, offering excellent resistance to drops and scratches.
- IP68 Rating: The iPhone 14 Plus is water-resistant up to 6 meters for 30 minutes, making it durable against spills, splashes, and dust.
Ergonomics:
- Large Screen: The 6.7-inch display provides a spacious viewing area, ideal for media consumption, gaming, and multitasking. However, the larger size may make one-handed use difficult for some users.
- Face ID: The TrueDepth camera system supports Face ID, providing fast and secure facial recognition for unlocking the phone and authorizing payments.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus maintains the premium design and build quality Apple is known for, with the added benefit of a larger screen for those who prefer more display real estate.
Display
Specifications:
- Size: 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED Display
- Resolution: 2778 x 1284 pixels (458 ppi)
- Panel Type: OLED
- Color Gamut: Wide color (P3)
- True Tone: Adjusts display color temperature based on ambient lighting
- HDR Support: Supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision
- Contrast Ratio: 2,000,000:1
- Brightness: Up to 800 nits typical, 1200 nits peak (HDR content)
Performance:
- Immersive Experience: The larger Super Retina XDR OLED display enhances the viewing experience, making it perfect for watching movies, playing games, and reading. The screen offers vibrant colors, deep blacks, and sharp details.
- HDR Content: HDR10 and Dolby Vision support ensure that HDR content is displayed with improved brightness, contrast, and color accuracy.
- True Tone and Color Accuracy: True Tone technology adjusts the display’s color temperature to match ambient lighting, making viewing more comfortable. The display also provides excellent color accuracy, essential for tasks requiring precise color representation.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus’s display is a standout feature, providing a larger and more immersive viewing experience with top-notch color accuracy and brightness.
Performance
Hardware:
- Processor: Apple A15 Bionic chip with 6-core CPU (two high-performance and four energy-efficient cores) and 5-core GPU
- RAM: 6 GB
Performance Evaluation:
- High-Speed Performance: The A15 Bionic chip ensures that the iPhone 14 Plus delivers outstanding performance across all tasks, including gaming, multitasking, and video editing. The 5-core GPU offers a slight edge in graphics performance over the standard iPhone 14.
- Efficient Power Usage: The energy-efficient cores help manage power consumption, ensuring the iPhone 14 Plus maintains excellent battery life without compromising on performance.
- AI and Machine Learning: The 16-core Neural Engine enables advanced machine learning tasks, enhancing the performance of features like photography, Siri, and app functionality.
Benchmark Scores:
- Geekbench 5: The iPhone 14 Plus scores around 1,725 (single-core) and 4,750 (multi-core), reflecting its position as one of the fastest smartphones on the market.
Overall, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus offers robust and reliable performance, capable of handling anything from everyday tasks to more demanding applications with ease.
Camera
The iPhone 14 Plus features a dual-camera system similar to the iPhone 14, offering strong performance in a variety of photography and videography scenarios.
Rear Cameras:
- Primary Lens: 12 MP wide-angle lens with an f/1.5 aperture and Sensor-Shift Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- Ultra-Wide Lens: 12 MP ultra-wide-angle lens with an f/2.4 aperture and a 120° field of view
- Night Mode: Available on both lenses, Night Mode enhances low-light photography, producing clearer and brighter images.
- Smart HDR 4: Adjusts contrast, color, and lighting in real-time for more balanced and detailed photos.
- Photographic Styles: Customizable photographic styles allow users to adjust tone and color, adding a personalized touch to photos.
- Cinematic Mode: Introduces a shallow depth of field and automatic focus transitions for professional-looking videos, now available in 4K at 30 fps.
Front Camera:
- Resolution: 12 MP TrueDepth camera
- Aperture: f/1.9
- Features: Autofocus, Night Mode, Deep Fusion, 4K video recording at 60 fps, and support for Animoji and Memoji
Camera Performance:
- Daylight Photography: The iPhone 14 Plus excels in daylight conditions, capturing detailed and vibrant images with excellent dynamic range. Smart HDR 4 ensures well-balanced photos, even in challenging lighting.
- Low-Light Photography: Night Mode allows for impressive low-light photography, providing clear and bright images with minimal noise.
- Ultra-Wide Lens: The ultra-wide lens adds versatility, enabling users to capture more of the scene, which is particularly useful for landscapes and tight spaces.
- Cinematic Mode: This mode allows for creative video recording, with automatic focus transitions and a shallow depth of field that mimics professional videography.
Video Recording:
- 4K Video at 60 fps: The iPhone 14 Plus records high-quality 4K videos at 60 frames per second, with vibrant colors and excellent dynamic range.
- Action Mode: This new feature improves stabilization for smoother video recording during motion-intensive activities.
In conclusion, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus’s camera system delivers excellent performance, offering versatile and high-quality photography and videography options, even if it lacks some of the advanced features found in the Pro models.
Battery Life
Specifications:
- Battery Capacity: Estimated to provide up to 26 hours of talk time
- Charging Options: 20W fast charging, MagSafe wireless charging (15W), Qi wireless charging (7.5W)
- Battery Life: Up to 26 hours of video playback, 100 hours of audio playback
Performance:
- Extended Battery Life: The iPhone 14 Plus offers exceptional battery life, comfortably lasting through a full day of heavy usage and potentially stretching into a second day with moderate use.
- Efficient Power Management: The A15 Bionic chip’s efficiency helps maximize battery life without compromising performance.
- Fast Charging: With a 20W charger (sold separately), the iPhone 14 Plus can reach 50% charge in around 30 minutes, making it easy to top up quickly.
- MagSafe: The MagSafe wireless charging system offers a convenient and reliable way to charge the device, though it’s slightly slower than wired charging.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus offers outstanding battery life, making it an ideal choice for users who need a phone that can last through long days without needing frequent recharges.
Software
Operating System:
- Original OS: iOS 16
- Upgradability: The iPhone 14 Plus continues to receive updates to the latest iOS versions, ensuring long-term software support and security updates.
User Experience:
- iOS Ecosystem: The iPhone 14 Plus benefits from seamless integration within Apple’s iOS ecosystem, offering a smooth and intuitive user experience. Features like Continuity, Handoff, and AirDrop make it easy to work across multiple Apple devices.
- Performance Over Time: The A15 Bionic chip ensures that the iPhone 14 Plus continues to perform exceptionally well even with new iOS updates and features.
- App Compatibility: The device remains compatible with all apps on the App Store, including those that take advantage of the latest hardware and software features.
Software Features:
- Face ID: Provides fast and secure facial recognition for unlocking the phone and authorizing payments.
- Animoji and Memoji: Leverage the TrueDepth camera to create animated emojis and personalized avatars.
- Augmented Reality: ARKit provides immersive augmented reality experiences, taking full advantage of the A15 Bionic chip’s capabilities.
- Apple Services: Access to Apple Pay, iCloud, Apple Music, Apple TV+, and more enhances the overall user experience.
Future-Proofing:
- Software Support: The iPhone 14 Plus will continue to receive iOS updates for several years, ensuring it remains functional, secure, and up-to-date with the latest features.
In summary, the Apple iPhone 14 Plus offers a robust software experience with the benefits of Apple’s ecosystem, making it a solid investment for the long term.
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Large and Immersive Display: The 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display offers a spacious and vibrant viewing experience, ideal for media consumption and gaming.
- Outstanding Battery Life: The iPhone 14 Plus provides excellent battery life, lasting through a full day of heavy use and potentially more with moderate usage.
- Strong Performance: The A15 Bionic chip delivers fast and reliable performance for all tasks, from gaming to video editing.
- Versatile Camera System: The dual-camera system, with features like Night Mode and Cinematic Mode, offers high-quality photos and videos.
- iOS Ecosystem: The seamless integration within Apple’s ecosystem enhances the overall user experience, especially for users already invested in Apple devices.
Cons:
- No 120Hz ProMotion Display: The iPhone 14 Plus lacks the 120Hz refresh rate found in the Pro models, which may be noticeable for users accustomed to smoother displays.
- No Telephoto Lens: The absence of a telephoto lens limits zoom capabilities, which could be a drawback for photography enthusiasts.
- No Major Design Changes: The iPhone 14 Plus’s design is almost identical to its predecessor, offering little in terms of aesthetic innovation.
- High Price: The iPhone 14 Plus is priced at a premium, making it a significant investment, especially for those considering higher storage variants.
- Large Size: The 6.7-inch screen size might be too large for some users, making the device difficult to handle with one hand.
Conclusion
The Apple iPhone 14 Plus is an excellent choice for users who want a larger iPhone with a strong balance of performance, camera quality, and battery life without needing the extra features of the Pro models. While it doesn’t introduce major innovations compared to previous models, it refines the user experience with a larger display, excellent battery life, and the solid performance Apple is known for.
In summary, the iPhone 14 Plus is a great all-around device, perfect for those who prioritize a larger screen and extended battery life, and it’s a solid option within the iPhone 14 lineup.
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