This is the newest iPhone 14 Pro - the most powerful iPhone of them all, yet almost
equally as powerful as its aesthetically similar predecessor. Unlike the crazy foldables of today,
one might say that it's very stiff... which is not necessarily bad because
it makes it traditional. What's more, with greater reason, it can be considered a tool,
and tools are not usually items you can brag about. If this is the iPhone 13 Pro, this is
the iPhone 14 Pro. Both do a great job, but one is better, given your perspective and budget.
Despite its initially monotonous vibe, the 14 Pro still has something to show off for itself but is
it enough to stand out or just OK to blend in? I've broken down my thoughts into a few
sections so to give you a perspective, let's start with how I use the phone.
The reason I replaced my beloved mini was the camera capabilities. I am an intentional photo
taker. I leave the expansion of the family album to my dear wife, who's terrific at capturing
all the intense shots with the kids. Most of my photos are related to my work (e.g. product shots,
social media posts, thumbnails). For me the improved 48MP primary lens is a reason alone to
upgrade since it allows me to create even better product shots even if I don't have the main gear
at my disposal (I'll show you examples later). I also use my phone to take notes, manage my
business, and create products like my recently released iPhone widgets. If
you want to learn more about them, you can check out my recently released Tutorial,
which I'll link at the end of this video. Finally, I got into editing and creating
short-form content directly on the phone, which takes great advantage
of the updated internals. So let’s talk hardware. Regarding hardware, I've honestly stopped caring
about benchmarks since all most recent iPhones run silky smooth and as advertised. The newly
released chip based on 4nm architecture offers leading performance and efficiency,
which is essential for the freshly introduced Always-On display, which I'll talk more about
in a second. By the way, have you ever wondered what happens after the 1nm chips? Picometer?
Anyways, the bottom line is that the A16 Bionic might not be a minor upgrade in terms
of technology development, yet it is negligible if you come from an A15 iPhone from last year.
Suppose you are coming from a non-Pro Motion (or 120Hz) display) like an iPhone 11 or 12. In that
case, the 14 Pro will feel significantly smoother, not necessarily because of the
new internals but because of the higher refresh rate. If you come from an iPhone 13 Pro, though,
you won't honestly notice a difference in the way you interact with the phone - at least, I didn't.
Also new to the iPhone 14 Pro has the rollercoaster detection…I mean crash
detection (joke). This is a feature that I can genuinely appreciate, and as far as I can tell,
it is available worldwide. According to Apple's website, it might require manual input if the
country-specific emergency service requires inputs like "Press 1 for". Nevertheless,
emergency contacts are still notified. The iPhone 14 Pro comes with a slightly
updated 6.1 inch display. The bezels are ever so slightly thinner than those of last year’s iPhone.
The display itself is again the gorgeous 120Hz ProMotion Super Retina XDR display with 460 pixels
per inch. It comes with the ProMotion adaptive refresh rate we know from the iPhone 13 that I
mentioned earlier. However, this time the minimum refresh rate has been brought down to a minuscule
1Hz which boosts power efficiency. Then comes the upgraded 2000 nits peak brightness. Now, while
it’s not a feature that I noticed initially, it definitely made itself known as soon as I started
responding to a message under direct sunlight. What about the external features? Given my
location, I still get to "enjoy" a physical sim card slot. I have to be honest. I am actually
on board with ditching the sim slot altogether (that's a controversy right now). If you think
about it since we have the technology to add and remove eSims with just a tap of a button,
why bother using something from 1991? Some say it's yet another way of keeping you locked into
the Apple ecosystem. While Apple is good at doing that in other areas of their devices,
I see the eSim as a step that ditches old tech in the name of new digital standards.
On a side note, have you noticed the much smaller earpiece recess? It's just a skinny
opening towards the top bezel, which will definitely require new screen protectors. I
will be releasing a new iPhone accessories video soon so if you end up enjoying this
video...subscribe...because WHY NOT?!? Despite loving the Space Black and dark
colors from last year, I hate the dust that accumulates around the ginormous camera rings.
Since my white iPhone mini, I've fallen in love with the white-silver combo, and that's
what I chose Silver for the 14 Pro. I honestly think it looks fantastic, even with a case.
Talking about cases, this is the SolidSuit iPhone 14 lineup of Rhinoshield. The SolidSuit
case provides a premium finish with maximum protection thanks to the ShockSpread material,
which is super tough. The SolidSuit is an excellent option for all iPhone 14
models if you are into minimal-looking yet very protective cases. Of course, if you want to spice
things up a bit, you can enjoy Rhinoshield's customizable buttons and camera ring. BTW,
these are some of the clickiest buttons I've ever used on a case. The case itself is easy to remove,
preventing permanent loosening while providing a snug fit. If you are into more playful protection,
the Mod NX and Clear Cases are also a category you should check out since they yield a plethora
of designs and color blends. Combining their cases with the newly released Grips, which
have limitless customization options, can give any device easy one-handed use and the ability
to prop the phone both horizontally & vertically. Grab your phone case and grip and take advantage
of Rhinoshield's special offer for 20% off in the first week & 10% afterwards using code thisise14
and the first link in the description below. Dynamic Island and Always-On - it is clear that
these UI features separates the 14 Pro from the pack. Before we talk islands and pirates, however,
I want to say that in my early Samsung days, I was fascinated with the always-on displays. Yet, this
time with the iPhone 14 Pro, I am more conflicted than delighted. It looks cool initially, and it's
pretty clever. For example, it stays off in your pocket or when you place it face down. Also,
when you leave the room, it shuts itself off and automatically comes back on upon your return (I
think it uses the Apple watch for proximity)…but overall, it's not a feature that I am really into.
For example, the Always-on on the Apple Watch makes a lot more sense because it has a purpose.
You can always glance at the time discretely and off angle. On the other hand, the phone feels more
like a distraction to me, constantly thinking I have just missed a notification. Don't get me
wrong, technically, it's very well executed, but I don't think I will use it much longer.
And there is the Dynamic Island. As an ex-app designer, I am absolutely enthralled by the
level of detail and fluidity that the team behind this feature has achieved. It is yet
another testament that a design flaw can be converted into a bespoke feature with the help
of outstanding UI craftsmanship. The island feels alive. It's fun and paves the way for
future iPhone improvements that follow the same fluid signature. For example, Siri can easily
morph from so too the volume control. Also, and as always, the iPhone can still be easily recognized
by just its silhouette. Apple says - meet the new Face of iPhone. I can bet the iPhones of
tomorrow will also feature the Dynamic Island. If you want to make the most out of the screen
real estate and iOS 16, make sure to check out my iPhone Home Screen and iOS 16 setup video.
In terms of cameras, I would refrain from bombarding you with specs but rather focus on
the two areas where the iPhone 14 Pro potentially separates from all previous models and turns into
the ultimate tool for the content creators and the social media influencers of tomorrow. We
all know that iPhones are the leading video smartphones. With the 14 Pro, more than ever,
we have the perfect device for creating video content with both the front-facing camera for
vertical videos and the 4K cinematic mode for the primary video shooter. If you want
to start a YouTube channel, for example, and develop it into a business with just a phone,
the 14 Pro seems like the perfect $1000 investment for that as it closes the gap with mirrorless
cameras even further. The same goes for the 48MP sensor on the back. For example, it allows me to
take very crisp and detailed photos that I can use for thumbnails like I did for this video. I
think we are at the point where if someone asks me if they should buy a point-and-shoot camera
for $1000, I'd rather recommend the iPhone 14 Pro Because it’s not just a camera. I do get
thrown off by the constant lens shifting through. Ever since my iPhone mini days and given my daily
habits, I have surrounded myself with charging solutions. I am not a gamer, yet I consider myself
a power user. For example we use the iPhones for video projects like my Ultimate widget videos and
constantly as assisted camera equipment as well as a device for beauty shots. Even on the heaviest of
work days, I have had a hard time killing the 14 Pro entirely at the end of the day. However,
I wouldn't call it radically different from what the iPhone 13 Pro delivered. I can
confirm solid battery performance with minor juice increases if the always-on display is turned off.
Regardless of my solid battery impression, my experience with the device seems more buggy to
me, and I am not referring to the forum complaints you can dig in. There's nothing major here,
but I do notice quite a few glitches, most of which I witness in the lock screen media control
player. Luckily, I've never witnessed the buzzy camera issues or the rotating screen of death,
yet at this software version of iOS 16, things are not as rock solid as
past iPhone releases. Crash detection being triggered on roller coasters, for example.
Despite the software issues, which get fixed relatively quickly, the 14 Pro is
a good recommendation and the primary phone for me until next year's release. Of course,
it is not the iPhone mini Pro I wished for a while back,
but I am still as confident in relying on the 14 Pro to be a more inconspicuous yet
invaluable tool throughout the year. Is it worth upgrading from the 13 Pro?
I’ll leave that to you to decide (pause)…but NO! By the way, as many times as I’ve mentioned the
iPhone 13 mini, do check out my review for the Mini if you haven’t and find
out what it is that I’m gushing about. Also, be sure to check out my Widget home
screen setup videos which have generated heavy interest recently, and don't forget to subscribe
to the channel and my weekly newsletter. As always, it's been an absolute pleasure,
This is E Over and out