I will be upgrading my phone and my wife’s to 16 Pro Max’s. I’m going with black this year, after having the natural titanium 15 Pro Max. My wife is going with the Desert Titanium.
Dear Brandon, I am totally blind, and I wanted to let you know that your videos are so very very helpful to me and I want to thank you out of the bottom of my heart for the way that you explain things. You do a more than excellent job explaining and I cannot thank you enough. Hugs and God bless, Brent.
I’m getting the 16 base model for my GF for Christmas. She has the iPhone 8 and is going to be super excited once I get her the 16. Shocking she likes smaller phones
It’s sad that once you get a Pro phone; you can’t go back to a regular model. The 120hz refresh rate makes a huge difference. But yet Apple makes slight improvements and those with Pro models feel obligated upgrade
If you’ve ever held both side by side, the differences are not bad at all. The screens are updated in the sense that the 60 hz doesn’t affect the experience. The older iPhones that didn’t have the super Retina display looks really bad Once the iPhones are out on display seen them yourself to see
Honestly, this is the first year I'm going to buy the base iPhone 16 over the Pro. The base models got a lot of love and have better color options - and since I'm not a content creator, there isn't much of a need, really, for me for all the Pro bells and whistles.
I'm right there with ya Blake. Crazy how good the base model seems this year. Wondering if it's too good to be true.. but I guess that's what my testing is for lol
@@Jonathannetworkspeedtester I’d argue it’s the best color choices since the 13 series. Genuinely can’t go wrong on any pick and they introduced 2 new colors this year.
@@Treborrayit might cannabalize pro sales a lot though. But imagine 120Hz (ProMotion) on the iPhone 17 and 120Hz+ (UltraMotion?) on the iPhone 17 Pro 💀
Safe to say it would be worth while to upgrade from my base iPhone 11 to the 16 pro 😂, Cant wait to get my hands on the 16 pro. Cannot image how big of a jump it will be from 11 to the 16 pro
Same here, my base iphone 11 is really hanging on for life by now, phone is broken in back and front, and i cant see half of the display🤣 the iPhone 16 pro is going to be a HUGE upgrade, especially with the 120hz screen i believe🙏
I will be getting the iPhone 16 Pro in December, upgrading from the regular iPhone 13. I'm still pissed that they got rid of the product red colour option and that the base model still has the 60Hz. It just makes the Pro much more of a compelling upgrade over the base 16, for me at least.
Apple always just throws us cookie crumbs and leaves something out for next year. Case in point, the iPhone 16 Pro leaving the 5x lens at 12MP. They could have made all 3 lenses 48MP but they will most certainly hold off and give us that next year.
That’s why I’m not upgrading from my 15PM. I’ll get the 17PM if, and only if, it gets a triple 48mp camera set up AND 12gb ram. Otherwise I’ll wait another year.
3:12 for someone who sometimes open up iPhones for battery replacements, it’s nice to see you don’t need to pry open the screen anymore that can crack. The back plate seems to be less risky.
Looking at going from 13 pro max to 16 pro max. With my poor vision the bigger the display the better. As an audio engineer the studio mics on the go are a great incentive to record my musical ideas. I am a pro user and I think it’s worth it - but I wish the pros had amazing colors like the base models. That ultramarine is gorgeous!
I'm so sick of the base models being stuck with only 60hz screens. It just goes to show that the pro model is not compelling in the slightest unless you're whatever the modern smartphone power user is
coming from an 11 Pro Max. This video just pushed me in the right directions, I think it'll be a 16-plus. As you said, all the love the base models got, are leaps and bounds ahead of anything before the 15, Cameras are still beefy enough to take way better photos, and ID gather you now only really need the pro versions IF you want a larger phone and a super camera in your pocket, which lets be honest, if you are going to be shooting pro, you likely are using an actual camera not your phone. Touching on the Screen refresh, i see 120 vs 60debate... 60 would give slightly better battery performance, and since from an 11 pro max standpoint i don't have 120HZ... I'm not missing it. Good overview on this. they really did the Plus model well this year. This feels like an s type upgrade.
Apple lowered peak refresh rate to 80 fps in UI (games and videos are exceptions). Everyone with a high-speed camera can prove it. Another example is the keyboard app - it renders only 60 fps. I asked some software engineers, and they confirmed that in regular apps, rendering will be limited by 80-90 fps. Safari can render 120 frames, but in its advanced settings, there’s a 60 Hz switch, which is enabled by default - scrolling in Safari will be 120 fps, but web content updates at 60 fps by default. I have 15 pro and I don’t like it because of the jittery scrolling. I was surprised to find that not everyone can see this jitter.
@@TranceFluenceRadio before you make a decision, remember that the iPhone 16 plus is not the best in battery life. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is. Last year, Apple accidentally gave the 15 Plus the biggest battery life. They fixed it this year by cutting down the battery on the plus. Which makes the iPhone 16 plus the most useless in my opinion unless you specifically want a large phone AND can't get the pro max for any reason. Edit: (replying to your other reply) No, that does not mean that. what it means is that the pro models are not always running at 120hz and can save the battery by reducing the refresh rate when you don't need it.
@@CyberUsama I know this, but I’m basing it on whether or not I need pro features. Which I don’t. The Plus will last just as long if not LONGER than my 11 Pro Max, and I no longer require the pro features. So I can keep the same size, and get a sizeable upgrade still.
It amazed me how much they upgraded the regular 16 the regular iPhone has always been basic and now it’s just mind blowing like you said it’s not that far behind the pros🤯
Dude it’s 2 years old why would you even consider upgrading especially now when iPhones hardly have any hardware changes year on year… that phone could last you 6 years at least, longer if you weren’t bothered about software updates
I’ve always got a pro max model, but this will be the first time I go for the 16 plus. Majority of the things on the pro max are on the 16 plus base models. Surprising as usually there is massive differences between the base and the pro max models.
Something I think a lot of people don't realize when it comes to deciding when to upgrade their phone when a new model launches,, is the trade-in values are ALWAYS better when a new phone launches which means saving more money
Why would you upgrade to an 16 from a 13? iPhone 13 is still new and good. I have it works amazing. No point in even thinking of upgrading to 16 maybe a maybe 17
@@Arya.154 the battery life on the 13 mini is seriously lacking, and I’d like to have the new Siri. If the battery life weren’t so bad I’d probably keep it for another year.
If it wasn't for the 60hz I'll go for base 16 model this year for sure, but after having had a 14 pro and a 15 pro I can't go back to 60hz, that's for me the only reason.
@@aguzman222that's crazy. I can even feel the difference between 60 and 90hz VERY clearly. And that's also the MAIN reason I'm going to go for the pro otherwise the 16 is the one to get this year for me (but again, apple knew it, that's how they upsell stuff)
I have an iPhone 13 Pro too but will upgrade due to expiring credit card points that will pay for the entire phone and the fact the battery life on the 13 pro is in decline. I need to top off by late afternoon now.
Pre-ordered, but then cancelled and decided to keep my 13 as well. Decided nothing added since then was worth $1,000 when the 13 still runs great and does everything I need.
I have the base iphone 15 since december last year and personally I'm going to upgrade to the 16 plus because all I want is a bigger screen and good battery life without paying the pro max price. I could argue that the 15plus is still on the table but I don't wanna regret missing out on some future AI stuff when the 17 launches, white color is my favorite.
I have the pink 15 & I don’t really care about the AI features. So I’m not upgrading @ all. But if I would I would have gotten the Pink iPhone 16 plus in 512gb so my next upgrade I will get the plus size. But for now, I’m happy with my 512gb phone. Can’t wait for iOS 18 tho
@@TashaTheQween Yeah, I've thought about it more and I think I'm just waiting for next year to buy the 16 plus with bigger storage when the 17 releases, prices will be down.
Im looking to switch from the 15 pro max to the 16 pro. I miss the smaller size, the bigger iphones always felt like androids to me for some reason. At least i can keep my 5x lens!!
I've heard people say they want the Pro line to be more formal, high end looking or whatever, but black and white for one are the most basic boring everyday colors out there so I don't even get that. For so much money I expect to at least get a nicely looking phone no matter how well I'm going to cover it, and none of this "need a color map to know which colour I'm looking at" stuff they're into
And also one thing is the sim part… i am still on iphone 13 pro max because I don’t know how to feel about esim… i really wish there was a dual physical nano sim card for people that travel
@@dread8900 I think hold off. 14 pro can do majority of what this does in the real world. On paper all the new features seem cool. I don’t think AI on phones will be normalised for atleast another year or 2. Most of the AI features aren’t even released on the iPhone 16 from day 1
I’m thinking of upgrading from my iPhone 7 to iPhone 16 Pro Max. People really shouldn’t upgrade unless their phone is broken or causing major problems IMO
You're smarter than most people in the comments. Upgrading every year is stupid. At least keep the phone for 4 years before upgrading to recoup and to save for a new phone. Stay smart and keep thinking in a fiscally conservative manner. You'll have a better life and keep out of debt.
I only upgrade to a new iPhone every 3 years so I currently have an iPhone 13 and I’m ready for a new iPhone. This was very informative and I’m ready to get into the “Pro” series (probably 16 Pro). Thanks again. 👍🏼 👍🏼
Sameeee I’m glad I’m not the only one who does it like this Even though this year my phone is still in perfect condition that’s the only reason why I’m still debating 😅 I had the 10 before this one and it went into panic mode and the 7 before that one and the phone was completely destroyed 😅
@@Elizabethgitana12 my phones are always in great condition (this current one doesn’t even have a scratch) too but I feel with all the models and all the different software’s they create for all the models the older ones get left behind with some things.
@@BrandonButch no problem big bro I’m going to send you a message on IG later on today bc I got a question that was not answered in any of your iOS 18 beta videos
idk about battery. Apple claims that the 15 pro's 29 hour video playback battery is bigger than the 15 plus's 27 hour battery, but the 15 plus is considerably better, and even the 13 pro max has better battery than 15 PM. Only testing will show if the 16 plus is better or worse than the 16 pro max.
@@wetman5001 I do know that. The processor is a smaller 3nm node and the battery has almost 300 more mah. Plus a graphene cooling sheet to make everything run cooler.
Still Rocking the 14 because is was the last year the Apple made a RED phone. I don’t really want to upgrade because they don’t make a red iPhone anymore. I know I could just get a case, but it’s not the same thing. Also, I still not into the whole Apple intelligence thing yet, I’ll have to wait till you post some more updates on it later this year.
I’m going to be upgrading from a 13 Pro Max. Loved the phone, one of my favorite features is the camera. So this upgrade to a 16 Pro Max will be loved. As well as the AI features which I outsource to apps usually. It will be great to have it on device.
Great video Brandon. Bravo about addressing: “iPhone 16 is not shipping with Apple Intelligence features”. 🙄 I am surprised you were not also wowed with the audio recording and mixing features that Apple showed with 4 studio mics; very impressive. Also, iPhone 16 does not have 120hz Promotion and I think that is a big reason to go for the Pro models. If you find out about how fast we can charge with USB cable now, please let us know. Love the huge MagSafe speed boost but am disappointed with no mention of 40w wired charging.
I was definitely impressed with Audio Mix! Just not as much as Visual Intelligence! And yeah 120hz is the main reason I can NEVER go base model. It's brutal downgrading to 60hz As for charging speeds, seems the same. I will do a test to make sure though!
Thanks Brandon! This was an exceptionally comprehensive, yet concise overview of the differences between the regular and pro iPhone. Despite the lacking 120 hz refresh rate on the regular iPhone, you may have convinced me that this actually a worthy upgrade from the iPhone 12, which was in my view the last iPhone that didn't get gimmicky upgrades.
No one has talked about this and I’m surprised: Visual intelligence is supposedly exclusive to the iPhone 16 but I don’t see why? It’s basically Google Lens but, more importantly, it’s part of Apple Intelligence which the 15 Pros also have access to. So why wouldn’t Apple want to tap into that extra user base? Especially given that gaining access to more photos and data will help advance that feature faster Makes me think it’ll be available to all phones/devices that have Apple Intelligencd but the Camera Control on iPhone 16 will make it easier and faster to use
Love your channel, Brandon. I have the iPhone 15 Pro Max, and I'm upgrading to the iPhone 167 Pro Max on Friday. Wish they offered the Ultramarine blue on the Pro Max, but I'm getting black.
THANK YOU, BRANDON! I have the 14 Pro Max and was trying to figure out if i should upgrade to the 16 Pro Max and your conclusion at the end of the video solidified my decision to upgrade. Love your videos. They are always in-depth and helpful.
I’m not the type who cares about having the most recent model. But I know carriers typically offer an add-on plan where you can upgrade to the most current smartphone models. ATT lets you do it 3 times in a year. I just skip 2 models then upgrade on the 3rd release so I don’t even need that plan. Just thought I’d mention it for those who do like having the latest phones.
I have a feeling Apple is going to create more separation with the Camera control features in future software updates for the 16 Pro/Pro Max so the 16/16 Plus will be missing some.
Going to get 16 pro max, currently have 13. I believe its a huge upgrade for me, and I love cameras and video-graphy so this feels like the perfect upgrade for me!
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Why doesn’t apple offer more storage for the basic iPhone and iPhone plus and not just Pro and Pro Max models?
I will be upgrading my phone and my wife’s to 16 Pro Max’s. I’m going with black this year, after having the natural titanium 15 Pro Max. My wife is going with the Desert Titanium.
Would love one of these but doesn’t look like they’re available in the UK. Any recommendations for something similar for us Brits? 😎
I have an 15 pro, so i am not sure, the better macro and 5x telephoto camera are nice for sure, but my 15 pro is a very nice phone too
Great video Brandon. Which of the new 16's will overheat less playing outside in the hot sun? 🤔
Dear Brandon, I am totally blind, and I wanted to let you know that your videos are so very very helpful to me and I want to thank you out of the bottom of my heart for the way that you explain things. You do a more than excellent job explaining and I cannot thank you enough. Hugs and God bless, Brent.
Love this
I’m getting the 16 base model for my GF for Christmas. She has the iPhone 8 and is going to be super excited once I get her the 16. Shocking she likes smaller phones
Well deserved upgrade!
Hope she’s worth it
Good one bro. You are doing good
@@openjaws She definitely is
@@20watches42 thank you. She's been great to me
It’s sad that once you get a Pro phone; you can’t go back to a regular model. The 120hz refresh rate makes a huge difference. But yet Apple makes slight improvements and those with Pro models feel obligated upgrade
Yeah, once you experience 120hz, 60hz sucks.
If you’ve ever held both side by side, the differences are not bad at all. The screens are updated in the sense that the 60 hz doesn’t affect the experience. The older iPhones that didn’t have the super Retina display looks really bad
Once the iPhones are out on display seen them yourself to see
@@BoriGiovanniside by side isn’t bad but when you use 120hz for months/years, the difference is instantly noticeable if you try going back to 60hz 😅
I agree. It’s pathetic that Apple still decided to give the 16 60Hz
You can definitely go back to 60Hz it’s not that big of a deal
Honestly, this is the first year I'm going to buy the base iPhone 16 over the Pro. The base models got a lot of love and have better color options - and since I'm not a content creator, there isn't much of a need, really, for me for all the Pro bells and whistles.
I'm right there with ya Blake. Crazy how good the base model seems this year. Wondering if it's too good to be true.. but I guess that's what my testing is for lol
is the black on the base 16, same like the black on the 15s ??
@@anuragchaudhuri213 it appears so but there might be a subtle change in hue
I wanna do that too but the can’t live with the 120hz screen idk why still a $800 iPhone still at 60hz
I agree. My cheap Android has 120 hz.
What's your fav iPhone 16 color? That Ultramarine looks 🔥
Desert Titanium aka Rose Gold!
@@techwithtyler20 That's def my fav Pro color
That Ultramarine was the biggest standout color to me in a long time. I'm tempted to upgrade from my 14 Pro just from that alone lol
teal!! it's always been my favorite color. perioddd
Going with the black one
Still rock’n the iPhone XS Max, iPad Pro (2018/3rd gen) & Series 4 Apple Watch. Waiting on iPhone 17 Pro Max & Apple Watch Ultra 3 next year.
the xs max still looks good after all these years
My Xr is also running fine but I think It's time to change phone.
@@37KMANthe battery health is probably below 75%
About the same, 11 Pro, Watch Series 3 & 2017 MBP 😂
@@A5TRO_IN4NIMAT3 If the only problem you have with your phone is battery, then replace the battery to last couple of years more
Facts, not just opinions.
Best buyer's guide. Thank you.
I decided to go with the ultramarine color for the iPhone 16. It's gorgeous and I love it.
it’s disgusting
@@anuragchaudhuri213 That’s your preference that won’t change for me
@@Jonathannetworkspeedtesterhonestly all the 16 colors are awesome this year.
@@MarcoBeSomething I agree with you
@@Jonathannetworkspeedtester I’d argue it’s the best color choices since the 13 series. Genuinely can’t go wrong on any pick and they introduced 2 new colors this year.
Going to get the 16 pro max. I have the iPhone 12. Going to be a big upgrade.
You deserve it Carti
😂😂
HUGE upgrade!
Same. I have 12 Pro Max and I’ll be getting the 16 pro max. It’s time for a upgrade
12 Pro here trying to decide whether to upgrade. Phone still does the job for me.
I have a 13pro, I can’t see myself upgrading to the base 16 without promotion, 120hz is a must. 16 pro it is.
man if they would have put promotion on the 16 it would be one of the best selling iPhones in years
Are you going to watch the Superbowl on your iPhone and need 120 Hertz that bad? It's a phone.
@@NorthlanderMN Yes.
@@Treborrayit might cannabalize pro sales a lot though. But imagine 120Hz (ProMotion) on the iPhone 17 and 120Hz+ (UltraMotion?) on the iPhone 17 Pro 💀
@@Cattack16_ ultra motion haha! Yoo that really sounds accurate too 😂😂. Then promotion not going to be enough lol
Safe to say it would be worth while to upgrade from my base iPhone 11 to the 16 pro 😂, Cant wait to get my hands on the 16 pro. Cannot image how big of a jump it will be from 11 to the 16 pro
Same here, my base iphone 11 is really hanging on for life by now, phone is broken in back and front, and i cant see half of the display🤣 the iPhone 16 pro is going to be a HUGE upgrade, especially with the 120hz screen i believe🙏
I’m excited going from iPhone 11 to 16 Pro A big upgrade for me 😁
It'll be nice for the first week after that you'll have the same feeling you basically had with the 11.
I'm going from an iphone 8 to 16 can't wait
I will be getting the iPhone 16 Pro in December, upgrading from the regular iPhone 13. I'm still pissed that they got rid of the product red colour option and that the base model still has the 60Hz. It just makes the Pro much more of a compelling upgrade over the base 16, for me at least.
I agree. Product Red should be a permanent color such as the black or white phones. Product Red is timeless.
Apple always just throws us cookie crumbs and leaves something out for next year. Case in point, the iPhone 16 Pro leaving the 5x lens at 12MP. They could have made all 3 lenses 48MP but they will most certainly hold off and give us that next year.
Yep, that's why my statement at 14:09 is valid.
That’s why I’m not upgrading from my 15PM. I’ll get the 17PM if, and only if, it gets a triple 48mp camera set up AND 12gb ram. Otherwise I’ll wait another year.
It’s so infuriating that it’s only 5x as well!
3:12 for someone who sometimes open up iPhones for battery replacements, it’s nice to see you don’t need to pry open the screen anymore that can crack. The back plate seems to be less risky.
in my opinion the biggest deciding factor will be the 60hz vs. 120hz display
Always is!
This could be genuine or parody
@@nari5161 what do you mean?
I was going to get the 16 but I can’t go back to 60hz so guess I’m doing the pro
Looking at going from 13 pro max to 16 pro max. With my poor vision the bigger the display the better. As an audio engineer the studio mics on the go are a great incentive to record my musical ideas. I am a pro user and I think it’s worth it - but I wish the pros had amazing colors like the base models. That ultramarine is gorgeous!
Im going from a 12 mini to a 16 pro. THE BATTERY IS GOING TO BE CRAZY
Gotta admit that will be much better
I'm so sick of the base models being stuck with only 60hz screens. It just goes to show that the pro model is not compelling in the slightest unless you're whatever the modern smartphone power user is
coming from an 11 Pro Max. This video just pushed me in the right directions,
I think it'll be a 16-plus. As you said, all the love the base models got, are leaps and bounds ahead of anything before the 15, Cameras are still beefy enough to take way better photos, and ID gather you now only really need the pro versions IF you want a larger phone and a super camera in your pocket, which lets be honest, if you are going to be shooting pro, you likely are using an actual camera not your phone. Touching on the Screen refresh, i see 120 vs 60debate... 60 would give slightly better battery performance, and since from an 11 pro max standpoint i don't have 120HZ... I'm not missing it. Good overview on this. they really did the Plus model well this year. This feels like an s type upgrade.
Apple lowered peak refresh rate to 80 fps in UI (games and videos are exceptions). Everyone with a high-speed camera can prove it. Another example is the keyboard app - it renders only 60 fps. I asked some software engineers, and they confirmed that in regular apps, rendering will be limited by 80-90 fps. Safari can render 120 frames, but in its advanced settings, there’s a 60 Hz switch, which is enabled by default - scrolling in Safari will be 120 fps, but web content updates at 60 fps by default. I have 15 pro and I don’t like it because of the jittery scrolling. I was surprised to find that not everyone can see this jitter.
@@eugene1640which means if 120hz doesn’t matter the plus is the model to snag this year if you aren’t a content creator
@@TranceFluenceRadio before you make a decision, remember that the iPhone 16 plus is not the best in battery life. The iPhone 16 Pro Max is.
Last year, Apple accidentally gave the 15 Plus the biggest battery life. They fixed it this year by cutting down the battery on the plus.
Which makes the iPhone 16 plus the most useless in my opinion unless you specifically want a large phone AND can't get the pro max for any reason.
Edit:
(replying to your other reply)
No, that does not mean that. what it means is that the pro models are not always running at 120hz and can save the battery by reducing the refresh rate when you don't need it.
@@CyberUsama I know this, but I’m basing it on whether or not I need pro features. Which I don’t. The Plus will last just as long if not LONGER than my 11 Pro Max, and I no longer require the pro features. So I can keep the same size, and get a sizeable upgrade still.
@@TranceFluenceRadio sounds like a decent upgrade. Good luck 🤞🏻
It amazed me how much they upgraded the regular 16 the regular iPhone has always been basic and now it’s just mind blowing like you said it’s not that far behind the pros🤯
my guess is AI would be difficult to separate between the models so they decided it's easier to just enable it for all
Im at 14, Im not upgrading for these small changes.
Ill probably wait for 18 or even 19
Bro 14 is fine , I have an iPhone 8 that still barely works
i got 13p (coming from 6s) and it literally feels like this phone could survive for the next 5 years with zero issues
Dude it’s 2 years old why would you even consider upgrading especially now when iPhones hardly have any hardware changes year on year… that phone could last you 6 years at least, longer if you weren’t bothered about software updates
Yeah, exactly. I suggest you should wait until 50. That might be a better upgrade.
@@shubhamt5037 and then there's always that guy.
(Okay buddy)
Getting the 16 pro, an upgrade from my 12 mini, so excited!
Apple knows the 120HZ is the only substantial difference between the regular and PRO, so they continue to keep the regular at 60hz.
I’ve always got a pro max model, but this will be the first time I go for the 16 plus. Majority of the things on the pro max are on the 16 plus base models. Surprising as usually there is massive differences between the base and the pro max models.
Something I think a lot of people don't realize when it comes to deciding when to upgrade their phone when a new model launches,, is the trade-in values are ALWAYS better when a new phone launches which means saving more money
That’s why I might get a 16 pro max and not wait for the 17 pro max. I have a 14 pro max
@@dread8900 Same here
Cool. I’ll wait till iPhone 17.
Can't wait to compare how smooth the iPhone 16's 60hz vs the iPhone 17's 60hz.
@@mr.j5112lol
Same
Same
I just wish they kept the product red. The red from the 13 is amazing and I’m going to hate upgrading and moving away from that 😢
Why would you upgrade to an 16 from a 13? iPhone 13 is still new and good. I have it works amazing. No point in even thinking of upgrading to 16 maybe a maybe 17
@@Arya.154 the battery life on the 13 mini is seriously lacking, and I’d like to have the new Siri. If the battery life weren’t so bad I’d probably keep it for another year.
I was confused whether to upgrade or not but thanks to your video, I've decided to go for the 16 Pro!
Glad it helped! The Pro is always a good choice, especially this year over the Pro Max!
I've decided to go with the regular iPhone 16 because of my budget 😅 in the new gorgeous blue color
Not worth it
I wasn't going to get a 16, but that Teal and Blue color looks great.
If it wasn't for the 60hz I'll go for base 16 model this year for sure, but after having had a 14 pro and a 15 pro I can't go back to 60hz, that's for me the only reason.
Uh- maybe you are more sensitive to the screen - I carry my employee provided iPhone 15 and my personal 15pro Max and I don’t notice it at all.
@@aguzman222that's crazy. I can even feel the difference between 60 and 90hz VERY clearly.
And that's also the MAIN reason I'm going to go for the pro otherwise the 16 is the one to get this year for me (but again, apple knew it, that's how they upsell stuff)
@@aguzman222 smartest apple user
Really love the effort in your content bro😊
Appreciate it!
Probably the first TH-camr that doesn’t have bias.
Keeping my 13 Pro por another whole year, 16 Pro is disappointing compared to iPhone 16, but i'm not losing my x3 camera or 120Hz display
same here. also im in the minority who dislikes that dumb island thing
@@el0jyou'd rather have the notch?
@@ahmedkhawaja5376 sadly, yes, and I’m willing to try the Dynamic Island, but not at this expense
I have an iPhone 13
Pro too but will upgrade due to expiring credit card points that will pay for the entire phone and the fact the battery life on the 13 pro is in decline. I need to top off by late afternoon now.
Pre-ordered, but then cancelled and decided to keep my 13 as well. Decided nothing added since then was worth $1,000 when the 13 still runs great and does everything I need.
Honestly the best, unbiased comparison video I’ve seen. Kudos
I have the base iphone 15 since december last year and personally I'm going to upgrade to the 16 plus because all I want is a bigger screen and good battery life without paying the pro max price. I could argue that the 15plus is still on the table but I don't wanna regret missing out on some future AI stuff when the 17 launches, white color is my favorite.
I have the pink 15 & I don’t really care about the AI features. So I’m not upgrading @ all. But if I would I would have gotten the Pink iPhone 16 plus in 512gb so my next upgrade I will get the plus size. But for now, I’m happy with my 512gb phone. Can’t wait for iOS 18 tho
@@TashaTheQween Yeah, I've thought about it more and I think I'm just waiting for next year to buy the 16 plus with bigger storage when the 17 releases, prices will be down.
Im looking to switch from the 15 pro max to the 16 pro. I miss the smaller size, the bigger iphones always felt like androids to me for some reason. At least i can keep my 5x lens!!
Might as well bring the colors to the pro maxes
might as well bring the aluminum >.>
I been saying this for years!!!!
Seriously, even pro users want funky colours
I've heard people say they want the Pro line to be more formal, high end looking or whatever, but black and white for one are the most basic boring everyday colors out there so I don't even get that. For so much money I expect to at least get a nicely looking phone no matter how well I'm going to cover it, and none of this "need a color map to know which colour I'm looking at" stuff they're into
Good analysis! Concise and straightforward
And also one thing is the sim part… i am still on iphone 13 pro max because I don’t know how to feel about esim… i really wish there was a dual physical nano sim card for people that travel
@@alexandreniamien5525 eSIM is great because you just never have to worry about the sim tray or transferring to a new phone
Now I'm rethinking the 16 Pro & maybe going with the base 16
same dilemma, what did u decide
@@edis9869 Ended up with the 16 Pro…loving it
My iphone 15 Pro is already at 90% battery health...upgrading to a 16 pro max this year!
Lol mine is at 88% 🤬
My 12 Pro just dropped to 88%
Thought I was the only one who had seen this drop year one 😭
@@BrandonButch Also hope the *slightly* better cooling system will help with the screen dimming in the sun 😅
Bruh my 14 Pro is at 88%😂😂😂
Kinda tempeted coming from the 14 pro, Apple marketing emptying my wallet 😂
Man I feel that, it looks amazing. Really thinking about upgrading my 14 Pro Max to 16 Pro Max or wait for 17 Pro Max
@@dread8900 I think hold off. 14 pro can do majority of what this does in the real world. On paper all the new features seem cool. I don’t think AI on phones will be normalised for atleast another year or 2. Most of the AI features aren’t even released on the iPhone 16 from day 1
@@dread8900ill be doing my preorder... Just trade in your phone 👀
I’m thinking of upgrading from my iPhone 7 to iPhone 16 Pro Max. People really shouldn’t upgrade unless their phone is broken or causing major problems IMO
Or, if they just want to upgrade. "Want" is no less valid than "need". And fwiw, I'm still on my 13 Mini.
Depends on your needs man
Upgrading from 15PM to 16PM because my battery health is already 89% and this thing is always running hot
This year I am skipping, don’t see anything to upgrade.
You're smarter than most people in the comments. Upgrading every year is stupid. At least keep the phone for 4 years before upgrading to recoup and to save for a new phone. Stay smart and keep thinking in a fiscally conservative manner. You'll have a better life and keep out of debt.
Biggest disappointing is 60Hz. Otherwise it would be much easier choose. I also wonder if the difference between 6,1 vs 6,3” is noticeable
As long as the base models only get 60hz there's no way I can switch back from a pro model
Facts
Enormously useful as always.
I only upgrade to a new iPhone every 3 years so I currently have an iPhone 13 and I’m ready for a new iPhone.
This was very informative and I’m ready to get into the “Pro” series (probably 16 Pro).
Thanks again. 👍🏼 👍🏼
Sameeee I’m glad I’m not the only one who does it like this
Even though this year my phone is still in perfect condition that’s the only reason why I’m still debating 😅
I had the 10 before this one and it went into panic mode and the 7 before that one and the phone was completely destroyed 😅
@@Elizabethgitana12 my phones are always in great condition (this current one doesn’t even have a scratch) too but I feel with all the models and all the different software’s they create for all the models the older ones get left behind with some things.
@@Elizabethgitana12that’s the normal and responsible thing to do… i don’t get the people who upgrade every single year
I love all big brother’s videos keep up the good work big brother
Thanks Clint!
@@BrandonButch no problem big bro I’m going to send you a message on IG later on today bc I got a question that was not answered in any of your iOS 18 beta videos
@@BrandonButch I got a question big brother
@@BrandonButch do you think it’s safe that I put the Apple Intelligence beta on my iPhone 15 Pro
The desert color looks beautiful on they iPhone 16 Pro Maxs
I love it, I’m so tempted.
Great review as always!!!
16 pro max black 256GB in October
Oct-1
Thank you for the detailed explanation!!!
Love the videos I’m excited for iOS 16 🎉🎉
you mean 18? 🤣
@@BrandonButch yea
been waiting for this video. love your content and energy man. you deserve more. keep it up!
idk about battery. Apple claims that the 15 pro's 29 hour video playback battery is bigger than the 15 plus's 27 hour battery, but the 15 plus is considerably better, and even the 13 pro max has better battery than 15 PM. Only testing will show if the 16 plus is better or worse than the 16 pro max.
It’s a bigger battery and more efficient processor
@@seanlacroixyou don’t know that as of right now they said the same thing last year for the 15 pro and pro max
@@wetman5001 I do know that. The processor is a smaller 3nm node and the battery has almost 300 more mah. Plus a graphene cooling sheet to make everything run cooler.
Bought the brand new iPhone 12 back when it came out. Now it’s time to get the 16 and the price is not bad at all!
I upgraded to the Iphone 16 Pro from the Iphone 13.
I am on the fence whether its worth upgrading from the 13, what made you get the Pro over the Max?
ive regular 13 too and am torn between pro and regular 16
I was locked on the Pro but man the regular 16 is pretty decent
Still Rocking the 14 because is was the last year the Apple made a RED phone. I don’t really want to upgrade because they don’t make a red iPhone anymore. I know I could just get a case, but it’s not the same thing. Also, I still not into the whole Apple intelligence thing yet, I’ll have to wait till you post some more updates on it later this year.
Really good analysis! Your recommendations make a lot of sense.
So is it better to upgrade if I have iPhone 12 Pro Max? 0:32
I had the 12 Pro. It was my favorite phone but it had some internal issues & I had to get rid of it after 2 yrs or I would probably still have it too.
Lmao I have the 12 pro max too and thought the exact same thing
@@vroreo5019 I was gonna buy 15 pro max but it’s discontinued now and I’m not sure if next year, 12 pro max will get good trade in value
I have the 12 pro and have no problems with it. I’m only upgrading if something significant comes out.
No, I dropped my 12 pro max into the toilet and was forced to upgrade, feels like the same phone with slight differences
Helpful as always 🥰
we have hit peak smartphones.
Upgrading from the 14 pro max to the 16 pro max in October. Not in a rush to upgrade since they still share some key major features.
Base iPhone still being 60hz is such an L for Apple. Keeping my 13 pro max.
I wouldn’t expect ProMotion on something not called Pro.
@@techwithtyler20 Pro motion is Apple semantics nonsense. There are mid range Android phones with 120hz screens. There’s no excuse.
@@Noxlion28 ProMotion probably backed them into a corner where they don’t want to add 120Hz to non-pro devices due to the name.
@@techwithtyler20WHAT???
Making the switch (out of necessity) from a 6s to a 16pro. Going to be the first Pro model I've ever owned. So excited about the upgrade!
I upgrade every year because I want the latest iPhone, simple as that
Same
Smart man
Same here
@@aguzman222smart 😂😂
Waste of money
I’m going to be upgrading from a 13 Pro Max. Loved the phone, one of my favorite features is the camera. So this upgrade to a 16 Pro Max will be loved. As well as the AI features which I outsource to apps usually. It will be great to have it on device.
Great video Brandon. Bravo about addressing: “iPhone 16 is not shipping with Apple Intelligence features”. 🙄
I am surprised you were not also wowed with the audio recording and mixing features that Apple showed with 4 studio mics; very impressive.
Also, iPhone 16 does not have 120hz Promotion and I think that is a big reason to go for the Pro models.
If you find out about how fast we can charge with USB cable now, please let us know. Love the huge MagSafe speed boost but am disappointed with no mention of 40w wired charging.
I was definitely impressed with Audio Mix! Just not as much as Visual Intelligence!
And yeah 120hz is the main reason I can NEVER go base model. It's brutal downgrading to 60hz
As for charging speeds, seems the same. I will do a test to make sure though!
The camera button feels redundant with the touch screen controls. The whole point of the iPhone was to remove buttons and do software controls.
iPhone 15 Pro Max is good enough, not switching to the same thing and not gonna be for another 4 years
Thanks Brandon! This was an exceptionally comprehensive, yet concise overview of the differences between the regular and pro iPhone. Despite the lacking 120 hz refresh rate on the regular iPhone, you may have convinced me that this actually a worthy upgrade from the iPhone 12, which was in my view the last iPhone that didn't get gimmicky upgrades.
Don’t worry, i won’t be buying at all.
No one has talked about this and I’m surprised:
Visual intelligence is supposedly exclusive to the iPhone 16 but I don’t see why? It’s basically Google Lens but, more importantly, it’s part of Apple Intelligence which the 15 Pros also have access to. So why wouldn’t Apple want to tap into that extra user base? Especially given that gaining access to more photos and data will help advance that feature faster
Makes me think it’ll be available to all phones/devices that have Apple Intelligencd but the Camera Control on iPhone 16 will make it easier and faster to use
Yah I think ima keep my 15 pro max until at least the 17 lmao. A bunch of AI features are NOT what u want in a phone if I'm being honest.
AI will make people dumber and more lazy yes
Unless you care a lot about the size of the phone or the camera control button, I don't blame you
@@danbh84 wut. You realize AI has been around for decades
@@BrandonButch yes and look what it’s done buddy lol
@@danbh84 the dumbing down of society isn't because of AI lol
Great video Brandon, very useful, I’m saving this video
After watching comparisons with the battery camera and performance, I’m very happy with my ultramarine 256gb 16 I got earlier today
Nothing different same phone since iPhone 11😂😂
No
No
No
you must still have an iPhone 11 then
Cuz u a npc user dawg. U don’t take advantage of anything other then social media and wifi 😂
@@BrandonButch keep up brandon you are the best i've been watching for along time,I quit iPhone to Huawei and i never regret that.
eh not entirely true
Currently have the 11 so I will most definitely be preordering the 16 pro max 😊. Major upgrade
You can get the 1 nit brightest on any iPhone with an accessibility shortcut.
nice video. Its very useful for me❤
Awesome and helpful video, I guess you saved me a ton of money!!!
Great info! I have the 15 Pro and don't intend to upgrade yet.
10:10 We really got Brandon saying "Go figure" before GTA6 🤣😭
I currently have the iPhone 15 Pro Max and I will be getting the iPhone 16 Pro Max in the desert color. But I do love the pink 16.
How isn’t an iPhone 15 good enough
@@buddysally886 it’s fine. I like my iPhone 15 pro max but I upgrade every year.
Love your channel, Brandon. I have the iPhone 15 Pro Max, and I'm upgrading to the iPhone 167 Pro Max on Friday. Wish they offered the Ultramarine blue on the Pro Max, but I'm getting black.
Thanks Tim! The Black always looks stunning, enjoy it!
iPhone 16 series is definitely made for those with iPhone 14,13 and 12 users. The big battery and same price range are aiming for them
I have the 12 pro Max and Will going for the 17
THANK YOU, BRANDON! I have the 14 Pro Max and was trying to figure out if i should upgrade to the 16 Pro Max and your conclusion at the end of the video solidified my decision to upgrade. Love your videos. They are always in-depth and helpful.
I’m not the type who cares about having the most recent model. But I know carriers typically offer an add-on plan where you can upgrade to the most current smartphone models. ATT lets you do it 3 times in a year.
I just skip 2 models then upgrade on the 3rd release so I don’t even need that plan. Just thought I’d mention it for those who do like having the latest phones.
I got an iPhone XR I’m finally taking the leap
Same. I’m just trying to debate whether I want the color from the 16 or the camera from the 16 pro
I like this positive take on the new releases. Everybody else always wants to complain.
I have a feeling Apple is going to create more separation with the Camera control features in future software updates for the 16 Pro/Pro Max so the 16/16 Plus will be missing some.
Thanks for sharing. I’m looking at the 16 Pro. Blessings on your day.
Going to get 16 pro max, currently have 13. I believe its a huge upgrade for me, and I love cameras and video-graphy so this feels like the perfect upgrade for me!
I’m upgrading to the 16 pro max from the Xs max. I’m so excited 😆
Brandon Butch, You're amazing! I hit the like button as soon as I saw it!
🙌
When the iPhone 16 was announced, I was thinking that the cameras on the phone were gonna be a fidget spinner look or something.