Summary of iPhone 14 overseas reviews, opinions divided by media with the smallest upgrade ever
Several overseas media are pre-reviewing the
The Verge describes the iPhone 14 as ``a slight camera upgrade, new emergency features, and not much else.'' ``The iPhone 14 is nice, but you shouldn't buy the iPhone 14.''
Apple iPhone 14 review: it's the iPhone 13S - The Verge
https://www.theverge.com/23352282/iphone-14-review-apple
The device size of the iPhone 14 is the same as the iPhone 13, but it seems that it will not fit in the case of the iPhone 13 because the raised part of the main camera is slightly thicker.
Similar to the iPhone 13, it supports a 15W MagSafe charger, is waterproof equivalent to IP68, supports Wi-Fi 6, and has storage capacities of 128GB and 512GB. However, the supported version of Bluetooth has been upgraded from 5.0 to 5.3.
The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display is exactly the same as the iPhone 13, with a refresh rate of 60Hz. However, The Verge points out that comparable models from other companies, such as Samsung's
The main camera of the iPhone 14 is a dual camera consisting of a wide-angle camera and an ultra-wide-angle camera. The wide-angle camera is the same as the iPhone 13 Pro, with a larger sensor, more pixels, and an aperture change from f/1.6 to f/1.5. However, there is no change in the hardware aspect of the ultra-wide-angle camera.
The iPhone 13's image processing engine, Deep Fusion, has evolved into the Photonic Engine on iPhone 14, so the accuracy of photos taken in dimly lit places is ``higher on iPhone 14,'' according to The Verge. The accuracy of photos is high not only with the wide-angle camera, but also with the ultra-wide-angle camera and the in-camera.
The Verge said, ``The iPhone 14 is very functional, and the A15 Bionic, a 5-core GPU installed in the iPhone 13 Pro Max, can perform everything from everyday tasks to games that require graphics performance. It can take great photos, and it shoots better videos than other phones in its class, but that's also true for the iPhone 13. With the iPhone 14, the iPhone 13 gets some nice upgrades. However, the iPhone 13 has almost the same features and is $100 cheaper.” I can't find a reason.'
The Verge lists the three advantages of the iPhone 14 as ``better in-camera'', ``better battery life'', ``collision detection and emergency SOS function via satellite communication'', and the disadvantages are ``terminals like iPhone 13S'' and ``display. 's refresh rate is still 60Hz,' and 'the transition to eSIM is easy for most people, but painful for some people.'
The Washington Post said, ``The iPhone 14 is better than previous iPhones, but you won't notice it unless you look really, really close.'' It took '15 minutes' to compare the photos and determine which one was the better photo. The Washington Post describes the iPhone 14 camera as 'solid but delicate'.
Apple's iPhone 14 has subtle upgrades, not stunning ones - The Washington Post
https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2022/09/14/iphone-14-review/
In addition, The Washington Post points out that the emergency SOS function via satellite communication is ``a function that we would never want''. He also wrote, ``The days when iPhone upgrades bring features to the iPhone that make you think, ``I have to upgrade now!'' will be the best device.'
On the other hand, CNET called the iPhone 14 a 'great upgrade for most people,' with an upgraded main camera, improved autofocus that makes selfies look better, better repairability, and the ability to use it when shooting video. 'Action mode' etc. are cited as strengths. However, it also describes it as ``the most minimal year-over-year upgrade in Apple's history,'' describing the iPhone 14 as ``a repackaged iPhone 13 Pro, removing the telephoto camera and high refresh rate display.'' Disadvantages of iPhone 14 include ``lower quality of ultra-wide-angle photos'' and ``minimal upgrades compared to the previous year''.
iPhone 14 Review: A Good Upgrade for Most People - CNET
https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/iphone-14-review-good-upgrade-for-most-people/
The action mode that can be used when shooting movies, which CNET cited as an advantage, is a function that can minimize camera shake in movies without a gimbal. You can see how good the action mode is in one shot by watching the following video.
iPhone 14 series 'Action mode' example: Video function without gimbal - YouTube
The improvement of repairability, which CNET cited as an advantage, has been realized by redesigning the internal structure so that the aluminum housing of the iPhone 14 and the glass panel on the back can be separated. This improves heat dissipation efficiency and repairability on the iPhone 14, eliminating the need to replace the entire housing if the back glass breaks.
Engadget also pointed out that the iPhone 14 upgrade was unsatisfactory, saying, ``It's not the year for most people to upgrade.'' The advantages of the iPhone 14 include ``competitive price range for iPhone'', ``easy eSIM setting'' and ``good performance'', and the two disadvantages are ``low refresh rate display'' and ``USB-C not supported''. I mentioned Engadget said, ``The iPhone 14 is very similar to the iPhone 13, and the iPhone 13 is very similar to the iPhone 12. That doesn't mean the iPhone 14 is a bad device. For those who use it, it's just that the need for upgrades is low.New features such as emergency SOS function via satellite communication and collision detection are things that you don't need to use very much.'
iPhone 14 review: Not an upgrade year for most | Engadget
https://www.engadget.com/iphone-14-review-camera-test-sample-pictures-notch-specs-battery-life-130022134.html
The Wall Street Journal also said, ``You should buy an iPhone 14 Pro starting at $999 (from 149,800 yen including tax in Japan).''
iPhone 14 and 14 Pro Review: Go Pro or Go Home - WSJ
https://www.wsj.com/articles/iphone-14-and-14-pro-review-go-pro-or-go-home-11663160540
CNBC also said, ``If you're considering switching to an iPhone this year, choose the iPhone 14 Pro,'' minimizing the fact that the iPhone 14 is an upgrade from the iPhone 13.
Apple iPhone 14 review: Get the Pro model
https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/14/apple-iphone-14-review-get-the-pro-model.html
Related Posts:
