A recent iPhone 15 series leak suggests a shift to 35W fast charging.
Despite leaks, the iPhone 14 series didn’t significantly enhance charging speeds. The latest models offer up to 27W charging, falling short of industry standards.
While the initial 50% charges rapidly within half an hour, the second half charges slowly. Apple’s first 50% charge is surprisingly swift compared to industry standards. This rapid 50% boost suffices for many users but proves sluggish in emergencies and isn’t cutting-edge charging tech.
Apple’s recent iPhones, starting from the 12 series, no longer include chargers due to environmental concerns. Chargers must be purchased separately, but third-party options are still compatible.
However, Apple is compelled to replace the lightning port with USB Type C on all their iPhones, as mandated by the EU. The EU has designated USB Type C as the standard port for most electronic devices. Failure to comply could result in the inability to sell iPhones in the EU and significant fines. Given the EU’s importance as a market for Apple, they must adhere to the regulations and make the transition to USB Type C.
The switch to USB Type C
Many of us anticipated this shift, which initiated when Apple introduced USB-C with the 2018 iPad Pro models. These iPads featured a new design, faster port, and improved performance. Prior to this, the port was also present on the 2015 MacBook (Retina Display).
The iPad Air 4, 2021 iPad Mini, and eventually the base 10th gen iPad also adopted USB-C. The iPhone followed suit, with the entire iPad lineup transitioning to the standard port. Only the accessories remain, and it’s likely they will also switch to USB-C in 2023.
USB-C offers the main advantage of broad compatibility with various devices beyond iPhones. It provides significantly faster charging and data transfer speeds. You can simplify your gadget charging by using a single charger instead of dealing with dongles and adapters.
Apple’s 3LD3 chip may restrict charging speeds when using non-Apple chargers. It also plays a role in encryption and security and might consume a significant amount of battery power, which could explain the larger batteries in the forthcoming iPhones.
Battery capacities
The iPhone 15 series is emerging as a significant battery powerhouse. The reported capacity for the iPhone 15 Pro is 3650 mAh, marking an increase of approximately 450 mAh compared to the iPhone 14 Pro. While the current 14 Pro Max features a 4323 mAh battery, the 15 Pro Max could potentially boast a larger 4852 mAh battery. Coupled with the chip upgrade, this promises a substantial improvement in battery performance for the iPhone 15 lineup.
Similar enhancements are anticipated for the standard models. The standard iPhone 15 model is expected to come with a 3,877 mAh battery, while the larger iPhone 15 Plus may house an even more substantial 4,912 mAh battery.
Despite the EU’s prohibition on restricting charging and transfer speeds, Apple might find a way around this law. They could potentially limit the charging speed of iPhone 15 Pro models when using third-party accessories lacking MFI certification. The Made For iPhone certification ensures product quality, but Apple may exploit this to impose significant charging speed limitations.
Rumors suggest Apple might incorporate a USB-C Thunderbolt port in the iPhone 15 Pro and Max models. While this may be excessive for most users, it’s not an unwelcome addition. Furthermore, it remains unclear which charging brick Apple will utilize for the 35W charging. They have a dual 35W charging brick and a 30W MacBook Air charger, but these options are too bulky and impractical for a typical Apple-style smartphone charger.
What else is new with the iPhone 15 series?
Up to this point, we’re aware of the introduction of faster 35W charging and larger batteries. We’ve discussed the inclusion of a new encryption and security chip, as well as the transition to USB Type C. Additional leaks have hinted at the possibility of a titanium frame to enhance durability, although details regarding the phone’s weight remain undisclosed.
The Pro Max’s camera system is rumored to receive a 5X or 6X periscope camera, accompanied by the new 3nm A17 Bionic SOC. The price may see an increase due to numerous upgrades, with the base model starting at 256GB of internal storage. RAM capacity remains primarily at 6GB. Additionally, Apple may replace the mute switch with a configurable action button offering multiple functions.
