23-8-2023 (NEW YORK) With the new iPhone launch less than 90 days away, the rumor mill is abuzz with speculation about the iPhone 15 series, particularly the iPhone 15 Ultra. Traditionally, this lineup includes the vanilla iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. However, there is some speculation that Apple might replace the top-end iPhone 15 Pro Max with the iPhone 15 Ultra this year.
It’s important to note that there have been rumors suggesting that an iPhone Ultra might not appear until 2024. It’s advisable to take these rumors with caution.
Despite this uncertainty, interest in the iPhone 15 Ultra is soaring, evident from the numerous leaks and rumors. If you’re curious about the iPhone 15 Ultra, we’ve compiled all the leaked and rumored details here for you.
While it’s widely known that Apple is working on an iPhone Ultra, it remains unclear whether it will be part of the 2023 iPhone 15 series or the 2024 iPhone 16 Ultra. Nonetheless, the rumor mill continues to churn.
There is a wealth of rumors and speculations surrounding the upcoming iPhone 15 Ultra. Here is a summary of what we know so far:
Display: Reports suggest that all iPhone 15 series models, including the 15 Ultra, will feature Dynamic Island technology. Apple is expected to stick with the 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display.
Design: There are rumors that the 15 Ultra may feature a titanium chassis, enhancing its durability. Other speculations include the introduction of haptic buttons to replace physical buttons, the adoption of a USB Type-C port, dual front cameras, and more.
Performance: High-end iPhones, including the 15 Ultra, are likely to feature the next-generation Apple A17 Bionic chipset. The base iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus may retain the Apple A16 Bionic chipset from the current iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. The A17 Bionic is rumored to be manufactured using TSMC’s second-generation 3nm process. There are also reports of Apple using its proprietary 5G modem and LPDDR5 RAM in the high-end iPhone 15 series devices.
Software: The iPhone 15 Ultra is expected to run the latest iOS 17 out of the box.
Camera: Rumors suggest the 15 Ultra may include a periscope-style telephoto lens, which could offer improved optical zoom capabilities. There are also talks of an 8P primary camera lens and the use of an advanced Sony sensor with increased pixel saturation, potentially enhancing exposure levels.
Release Date: While Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman has suggested that there may not be an iPhone 15 Ultra this year, conflicting reports indicate that it could be part of the iPhone 15 series. If it does launch in 2023, it will likely debut alongside the iPhone 15 series in September.
Pricing: If the iPhone 15 Ultra becomes a reality, it is expected to be the top-of-the-line model in the series, with a starting price of at least $1,199. Recent leaks suggest it could be $100 to $200 more expensive than the $1,099 iPhone 14 Pro Max.
