Apple has done it again. The iPhone 15 Plus is the latest and greatest smartphone from the Cupertino giant and is a beast of a device. It has everything you could ever want from a flagship phone. But is it worth the hefty price tag? Let’s find out!
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What’s the Price of the iPhone 15 Plus in the Philippines
The iPhone 15 Plus is not cheap. It starts at ₱69,990 for the 128GB model, ₱74,990 for the 256GB model, and ₱84,990 for the 512GB model. You can get the phone in silver, graphite, gold, and sierra blue.
iPhone 15 Plus Specs
iPhone 15 Plus | |
Main Display | 6.7 inches Super Retina XDR OLED 1290 x 2796 pixels Resolution 60Hz Refresh Rate 2000 nits Peak Brightness Ceramic Shield glass |
Processor | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) |
Memory | 6GB |
Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
Main Cameras | Main: 48 MP f/1.6 with dual-pixel PDAF and sensor-shift OIS Ultrawide: 12 MP f/2.4HDR |
Front Cameras | Main: 12 MP f/1.9 with PDAFHDR and Cinematic Mode |
Battery | Li-Ion 4383 mAh15W wireless (MagSafe) 15W wireless (Qi2) – requires iOS 17.2 update 4.5W reverse wired |
Connectivity | Wi-Fi Bluetooth 5.3 |
Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm |
Weight | 201 g |
Design and Build Quality
The iPhone 15 Plus has a premium design and build quality, as expected from an Apple product. It has a stainless steel frame and a glass back, which give it a sleek and elegant look. It is also IP68 rated, which means it can withstand water and dust up to 1.5 meters for 30 minutes.
Additionally, the Apple device has a magnetic ring on the back, compatible with MagSafe accessories, such as chargers, cases, and wallets.
Display
The stunning display of the iPhone 15 Plus is one of the best in the market. Its 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display has a resolution of 1290 x 2796 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate. It also has a peak brightness of 2000 nits, the highest among any smartphone.
Hardware and Performance
The iPhone 15 Plus is a powerhouse of a phone, thanks to the Apple A16 Bionic chip. The 4 nm chip has more transistors and less power consumption than the previous generation.
The A16 Bionic has a six-core CPU consisting of two high-performance cores and four high-efficiency cores. It also has 6GB of RAM and a storage capacity of up to 512GB, which is enough to handle multitasking and gaming easily.
Cameras
The iPhone 15 Plus has a versatile camera system that can capture stunning photos and videos in any situation. It has a triple camera system on the back, consisting of a 48 MP main camera, a 12 MP ultrawide camera, and a 12 MP telephoto camera.
What’s impressive is the ProRes video mode, which offers high quality and low compression. ProRes video mode is available for the 256GB and 512GB models and can record up to 30 minutes of 4K ProRes video at 30 fps.
Battery Life and Charging
The iPhone 15 Plus has a long-lasting battery that can keep up with your daily usage. It has a 4383 mAh battery, lasting up to 18 hours of video playback, 10 hours of video streaming, or 65 hours of audio playback.
The iPhone 15 Plus supports wireless charging, with 15W MagSafe and 15W Qi2. It also supports reverse wired charging to charge other devices, such as AirPods or Apple Watch, with a 4.5W output.
Software
The iPhone 15 Plus runs on iOS 17, the latest version of Apple’s operating system. It has some cool stuff like Live Text and Focus. Live Text lets you copy and paste text from photos, while Focus lets you customize your notifications and home screen.
Should You Buy the iPhone 15 Plus?
The iPhone 15 Plus is in the realm of awesomeness. It is powered by iOS 17, which has many fresh features to elevate your smartphone experience. It is the ultimate flagship phone for Filipinos who want the best of the best from Apple.
However, the iPhone 15 Plus is also very expensive and may not be affordable for everyone. It’s got a few drawbacks, too. Clearly, it isn’t everyone’s cup of tea.