The speaker is a tech enthusiast who regularly updates his iPhone and usually opts for the latest model. However, after testing and comparing the iPhone 15 Pro with his older iPhone 14 Pro, he decided not to upgrade this time. He found the two phones to be too similar and not worth the additional cost.
The speaker noted that the iPhone 15 Pro is made of titanium instead of stainless steel, which he prefers. He also mentioned that the new iPhone comes with a USB-C port instead of the old lightning port, which can be beneficial for Mac users who often transfer files wirelessly.
The speaker also tested the new iPhone's camera and found that while it offers more dynamic range, the improvement might not be worth the extra cost. He found that the images taken by the 15 Pro's standard camera were slightly sharper but had less contrast compared to the 14 Pro. The speaker also mentioned that the 15 Pro has a tendency to choose a warmer white balance, which might not be to everyone's taste.
In conclusion, while the iPhone 15 Pro has some impressive features, the speaker feels that the benefits do not outweigh the costs, especially considering that the 14 Pro still works flawlessly for him. He decided to return the 15 Pro, feeling satisfied with the decision.
1. The speaker enjoys updating his iPhone every year and appreciates having the latest technology.
2. However, this time, he has decided not to upgrade his phone after comparing the iPhone 15 Pro with his older iPhone 14 Pro.
3. The 15 Pro is made of titanium instead of stainless steel, but the speaker prefers the heavier feel of the stainless steel 14 Pro.
4. The 15 Pro has a faster processor and better graphics, but the speaker's 14 Pro works flawlessly for him.
5. The new iPhone comes with a USB-C port instead of the old lightning port, offering USB 3.0 speeds.
6. The speaker is a Mac user and uses airdrop to transfer files from his phone to his computer, so the USB-C port is not necessary for him.
7. The 15 Pro can shoot ProRes video, but the speaker is not sure if it's worth the hassle due to the quality of the footage.
8. The 15 Pro can shoot in S-Log, which should provide more dynamic range and editing ability when post-processing, but the speaker is not convinced.
9. The speaker does not shoot at the highest bit rate or in S-Log on his Pro camera, so he does not expect to use these settings on the iPhone.
10. The speaker believes the main reason to upgrade your phone every year is for camera upgrades, and Apple has been doing an amazing job of providing significant ISO boosts every year.
11. However, this year, there is no significant ISO boost, and the speaker believes this is due to software rather than hardware.
12. The standard lens on the iPhone 15 Pro is a significant upgrade this year, as it captures more data in contrasty scenes, providing more dynamic range.
13. The speaker prefers the images out of the 15 Pro and likes the extra dynamic range, but he also appreciates the sharper images out of the 14 Pro.
14. The 15 Pro has a tendency to choose a warmer white balance than the 14 Pro, which is a matter of personal preference.
15. Both the 14 Pro and 15 Pro have a 48-megapixel sensor, allowing for digital cropping without losing data.
16. The ISO performance of both cameras is very similar, but the 14 Pro still suffers from over-sharpening.
17. The speaker believes that the iPhone 15 Pro is an amazing phone with amazing features, but so was the 14 Pro.
18. The speaker is returning his 15 Pro because he does not need it and prefers the slightly better build quality of the stainless steel 14 Pro.