News & Reviews:   Apple iPhone 15 series

Besides the news on Apple Intelligence and Siri AI at WWDC26,  iOS 27 was also officially announced this morning at WWDC. There are bound to be iPhone owners who want to know if their phones will receive it or if they will have to buy a new iPhone. Uniquely, this year Apple has confirmed that all devices that received iOS 26 last year can be updated to iOS 27. So, what should you know about it?

In the past, Apple has been vague about how long it would support iPhones with security and software updates. However, due to a unique law and regulation in the UK, Apple is now making a clear commitment. That said, what should you know about it?

If you own an iPhone, this news might please you. Recently, Apple released the latest iOS 17.2 update. So, what should you know about it?

After teasing the plan previously, Yes 5G today finally launched its Apple smartphones plan, officially becoming the tech giant’s telco partner in our country. In fact, Yes 5G is offering by far the lowest monthly instalment plans for the iPhone 15 series, as low as RM21/month.

One of the major upgrades of the iPhone 15 series is the change from Lightning to USB-C, though the EU’s new law may have forced Apple’s hands on the matter. However, despite Android and iOS devices now using the same port, recent reports from China claim that users are discouraged from using Android cables to charge their iPhone 15 series smartphones.

Apple is set to unveil iOS 17 at WWDC 2023 this June and it may introduce some significant updates for users. In fact, according to an alleged insider, iPhone users can expect improvements to Search, the Dynamic Island, Control Centre and more.

The upcoming iPhone 15 lineup by Apple will reportedly retain the spec differences between the Pro and non-Pro models as the iPhone 14 series in the display department. In other words, the vanilla iPhone 15 models are set to miss out on ProMotion and always-on display again.

Previously, we reported that the iPhone 15 series may feature WiFi 6E and now, more information has come out regarding the matter. In an alleged Apple document leak, it looks like support for the WiFi standard will be limited to the iPhone 15 Pro models.

Apple is reportedly introducing thinner bezels with curved edges on its upcoming iPhone 15 series while retaining the same display sizes as the current iPhone 14 series. This is according to reliable tipster ShrimpApplePro which has a decent track record of leaks in the past.

Apple’s introduction of the new “Plus” model for its iPhone lineup earlier this year has been rather disappointing, with the iPhone 14 Plus recording lacklustre sales and demand. Now, an alleged leak has claimed that the company is “seriously” concerned about the model’s prospects and will reevaluate its strategy for next year’s iPhone 15 series.