Apple iPhone 14 Pro review: Luxury that gives a little more

The always on , according to Apple, is successful and pleasant on a daily basis. Of course, you can turn it off if needed. Small regret however, it is impossible to program it to be active on a defined time slot. Let’s bet that Apple will add it in a future iOS update.

We were absolutely blown away by the quality of the image produced by the screen. In addition to impeccable colorimetric respect (as long as the TrueTone function is deactivated), we appreciate the precision of the rendering, the contrasts and the depth of the black.

The brightness of the panel is also excellent since it can reach 1000 nits in normal use (1800 nits in HDR) and go up to 2000 nits in the event of very high ambient light. The screen of the iPhone 14 Pro Max therefore remains readable in direct sunlight.

Screen quality is one of the traditional strengths of iPhones and it’s not the 14 Pro Max that will prove that reputation wrong. On this point, Apple achieves – once again – almost faultless.

Related: Expect long delivery times even on the iPhone 14 Plus

Updated cameras

The iPhone 14 Pro has received new cameras. On the back there are three placed in the upper left corner. The new main camera is 48 megapixels while the others are 12 megapixels. Among the news is a new zoom mode, 2x, which means there are four zoom options. It is also possible to shoot 48 megapixel images in ProRAW, the images are big as hell, but you get more possibilities for editing. You can now also take portrait photos that have blurred foreground and background.

The main camera’s sensor is also 65 percent larger than the one in the iPhone 13 Pro.

All cameras also perform better in low light thanks to the new “Photonic Engine”. According to Apple, the aperture lets in 49 percent more light. And of course there is a difference in dark photos taken with the iPhone 14 Pro compared to the 13 Pro. Above all, more details are captured by the new lens.

Apple has a new process for processing images. By applying “deep fusion” earlier in the process, images taken in dark conditions become better. We’re guessing sharing happens with a scoop of technology mixed with a little AI and black magic.

Cinematic Mode can now film in 4k at 24 frames per second. The new Action mode provides even more stabilized video during high-motion activities and, like Cinematic Mode, is filmed in Dolby Vision HDR.

The image stabilization mode in particular is insanely awesome. The undersigned jogged with the camera and the film was as steady as possible. Pretty impressive! Watch the film if you want to see for yourself what it looks like.

Always On

Always-on Display has also entered the picture, and of course, Apple explains why only this year: with the ProMotion display and 1 Hz image refresh, as well as OLED and LTPO technologies, things have matured so much that the permanent display (iOS- that’s what it’s called) only drain the battery minimally. And then Apple did it sensibly: the lock screen is the one that fades out and stays on all day, and there can be as many backgrounds, widgets, live activity, player cards, notifications, and other information that change during the day.

A PROVEN DESIGN

Like last year, the design of the iPhone 14 Pro is proven. However, I think it’s time for the iPhone to go on a diet. A little thinning wouldn’t hurt him.

• iPhone 12 Pro: 7.4 mm thick / 189 grams
• iPhone 13 Pro: 7.65 mm thick / 204 grams
• iPhone 14 Pro: 7.85 mm thick / 206 grams

Also, time is running out for Apple to switch the iPhone to USB-C. We will have to wait at least another year. But, it’s only a matter of time now. This iPhone 14 Pro will undoubtedly be the last to have a Lightning port.

Excellent performance

Satellite calls

The iPhone 14 now supports satellite calls. Unfortunately, the service only works in the US and Canada at this time. When the function will be rolled out in Sweden is highly unclear. But if you buy an iPhone 14 in Sweden, it will be able to make emergency calls via satellite if you are in North America.

“Where are the satellites?” perhaps friend of order asks. In true Apple spirit, just point the phone at the sky and you’ll be guided in the right direction. If you are in North America.

Should you end up in a car crash, the phone detects it through Crash Detection and calls an ambulance. Let’s hope you don’t have to experience that feature.

AUDIO

This year, the iPhone 14 Pro comes without any Lightning headphones in France. It will therefore be necessary to go through Bluetooth, which offers excellent performance with support for Bluetooth 5.3. We also appreciate the power and quality of the stereo speakers. The performance is comparable to last year.

BATTERY

The iPhone 14 Pro incorporates a battery whose capacity is slightly higher than the 13 Pro, which explains why it is thicker. In any case, it does no less well than the iPhone 13 Pro, which was already one of the most autonomous iPhones of all generations. No extra effort this year, however the 14 Pro still provides a very big day of autonomy, despite the Always On mode activated.

You’ll cringe… Apple sticks to the same wired charging speeds: 50% charge in 30 minutes with a 20W adapter (or more), which isn’t included as a reminder. At this level, MagSafe wireless charging at 15W is almost as fast, but you must have the MagSafe compatible accessory. In short, this is one of the points where Apple can really improve.

Finally, the iPhone 14 Pro is certainly the last iPhone equipped with Lightning connectivity. It’s a safe bet that USB-C will replace it, which would simplify our daily lives. Note also that the USB-C charger and the Lightning cable have not been sold with the iPhone since 2020.

PRICE AND RELEASE DATE

Between the euro-dollar parity, which means that for one euro, you can only buy one dollar, and inflation… prices are soaring in Europe. However, this context does not explain why prices have increased so much in Europe.