(SPOT.ph) If there is one thing that we would stay up until midnight for—and not just to stare at the void, this time—it’s the fresh new drop of Apple, whether you’re an avid fan or not. Just last year, the world welcomed the release of the iPhone 13, and yup, we’re well into that time of the year again—yep, the time where all our iPhones are simultaneously breaking down, just kidding. For this year’s star of the show, Apple revealed the iPhone 14, the latest iteration to the world-famous smartphone lineup, as well as more of their products.
The much-awaited Apple Event took place on September 8 at 1 a.m. PHT (September 7, around 10 a.m. PST), and millions worldwide tuned in. But just in case you’re well into dreamland and weren’t able to watch the unveiling, we got you.
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Check out the iPhone 14 series:
As usual, it has four models: the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, the iPhone 14 Pro, and the iPhone 14 Pro Max. It has the same sizes as some of its predecessors: 6.1 and 6.7-inch size Super Retina XDR display. Unlike the last two series, there is no iPhone 14 mini.
The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus will use an A15 Bionic (same as the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max) with a 5-core GPU, while the Pro and Pro Max series will be powered by the A16 Bionic, with a 6-core CPU and 5-core GPU. That last bit is what they called the “fastest chip ever in a smartphone.” Yup, their most “innovative Pro lineup yet."
Oh, and did we mention that the traditional notch on the Pro and Pro Max models will also be replaced by a pill-shaped cutout? With its Dynamic Island as well as the Always-On display feature, your iPhone—notifications and animations, to be more specific—just got sleeker, and cooler. That’s also thanks to iOS 16. They’re going to be brighter, too, courtesy of the OLED display that can reach up to 2,000 nits at its peak.
Like the ones before them, the iPhone 14 series is equipped with a ceramic shield front cover, and aluminum design, so you won’t worry too much when you drop your phone face down on the ground—depending on the height of the fall, of course. Nothing can save your phone if it drops from a high rise. Not to mention it’s all-day battery life, the “best battery life ever in an iPhone,” or so they say. You can have up to 20 (iPhone 14), 26 (iPhone 14 Plus), 23 (iPhone 14 Pro), and 29 (iPhone 14 Pro Max) hours of video playback, respectively.
The iPhone 14 has 12 megapixels for its main camera plus a faster aperture (f/1.9) which promises good quality pictures, yes, even in a low-light environment thanks to its Photonic Engine. The iPhone Pro series, on the other hand, has 48MP for the main camera, the first-ever yet on an iPhone, joined with an advanced quad-pixel sensor, 65% larger than the iPhone 13, and 12MP ultra wide and telephoto camera. For video, there’s also a more advanced stabilization mode dubbed the “action mode,” that allows you to smoothly and steadily shoot things even without a gimbal.
Another thing about the new series is what it can do in times of emergencies. There’s the Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via satellite (which we’re hoping you won’t find yourselves into, but just in case) that can get you help when you need it, even when you’re out of range. It will roll out in November.
The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus are available in five stunning colors: midnight, starlight, purple, blue, and product (red). The iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max come in four shades: silver, space black, gold, and deep purple.
Prices (according to the Apple PH website):
iPhone 14 starts at P56,990
iPhone 14 Plus starts at P63,990
iPhone 14 Pro starts at P70,990
iPhone Pro Max starts at P77,990
Apple also dropped new versions of its other products:
AirPods Pro (2nd generation)
This is tuning out the rest of the world… times two. The AirPods Pro 2 is powered by an H2 chip. Its active noise cancellation is two times that of the AirPods Pro. It has personalized spatial audio with dynamic head tracking that immerses you in a quality listening experience. If you’ve been looking for a much smaller tip for a great fit on your ear, you can find it here, thanks to its extra small size. It can go up to six hours of listening with one charge.
It retails at P14,990.
Apple Watch Ultra
While there's also the Apple Watch Series 8, with its new temperature sensor and low power mode, and SE, the Ultra tops the cake. Wherever you’re going, be it on a hike, climb, or some deep dive, the Apple Watch Ultra is your ultimate buddy. It is said to be the “most rugged and capable Apple watch ever,” and has the biggest battery of any Apple watch, over 36 hours on a single charge. Not to mention its bands are perfect for any intense outdoor activities, endurance training, and water sports. Aside from its workout features, it also has Emergency SOS as well as Crash Detection features.
It retails at P52,990.
For more information, check out Apple's website.