Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max

It has USB-C (finally) ; 5x zoom is welcome ; Much comfier to hold and use; so much lighter

The Action Button is welcome – but it could do more ; No 128GB option means higher price

By addressing the biggest issues with its predecessor, while also adding some welcome extra features, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is more than the iterative update it initially seemed like.

Titanium design is a huge upgrade The Action button is excellent Outstanding camera system Virtually perfect display Blazing-fast performance iOS 17 is great (especially StandBy) USB-C port is convenient

Slow USB-C charging speeds Only one way to use the Action button Disappointing battery life

“The iPhone 15 Pro Max is one of the most exciting iPhone upgrades Apple's delivered in years, and it has (almost) nothing to do with USB-C.”

Exquisite and now lighter design, water-resistant up to 6m deep.

A lot more expensive than corresponding Android alternatives.

Yes, the iPhone 15 Pro Max is worth having in your pocket - it combines the best Apple has to offer in 2023, and it all works really well. And if it doesn't, Apple will fix it one way or another. Is it the best phone out there? No. Maybe? Yes! It...

Gorgeous albeit subtle redesign ; Excellent photography ; Fantastic performance & gaming

Pricier baseline (but more storage) ; If you want big zoom capabilities, look elsewhere ; Charging should be faster

In virtually every respect, the iPhone 15 Pro Max raises the bar not only for the iPhone family but for smartphones in general. From the new materials to some of the best smartphone cameras we've ever used, Apple's big flagship ticks box after box. It...

Incredibly sharp and punchy picture ; Hi-fi-like sound via headphones ; Loud, clear speakers

A 21:9 ratio with no 'Island' ('Dynamic' or otherwise) would be nice

A punchier picture and smoother sound make the iPhone 15 Pro Max an unparalleled portable movie and music machine

Titanium enclosure makes it lighter ; 5x zoom ; USB-C charging

The action button is not essential ; No improvement in battery life ; I still want more from the camera

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is the new flagship model in Apple's range and continues to push the boundaries of what is possible from a smartphone. Thanks to a new titanium enclosure, it's lighter and stronger than ever, it boasts an even greater camera array...

Fast, smooth performance ; Excellent cameras ; Long battery life ; Useful Action button ; USB-C connectivity opens up new features ; Lighter than previous Pro Max

Expensive ; Big

Apple's iPhone 15 Pro Max features new materials, upgraded components, terrific cameras, and top-of-the-line performance, making it one of the best smartphones you can buy.

Pros: ; – The A17 Pro is a beast of an SoC ; – Titanium frame ; – Light and handy to hold ; – Finally a Type-C port on an iPhone with USB 3.0 speeds ; – Camera offers a ton of options and flexibility ; – Tetraprism zoom lens is a welcome addition ; –...

– Some iPhones can heat up, while others don’t ; – Action button can be set only to trigger one action ; – Doesn’t come with USB 3 cable in the box ; – Expensive, even for an iPhone

Assuming that the iPhone 15 Pro Max lacks innovation, or is just an iterative upgrade would be a mistake. There are many subtle upgrades, all of which add up to make something special. The iPhone 15 Pro Max introduces a robust yet lightweight titanium...