Every New iPhone Hands-On — What’s Worth It, What Isn't

About this video

• Video Title: Every New iPhone Hands-On — What’s Worth It, What Isn't
• Channel: Kyle Erickson
• Speakers: Kyle Erickson
• Duration: 00:13:20

Overview

This video provides a hands-on look at the latest iPhone models, discussing their new features, design changes, and comparing them to previous generations. The presenter, Kyle Erickson, aims to help viewers decide which model might be the best upgrade based on their current phone and usage habits.

Key takeaways

• Exciting New Models: This year's iPhone releases are highlighted as particularly exciting, with the iPhone 17 receiving meaningful upgrades, a new Air model, and a Pro model featuring a bold new design.
• Design and Display: The iPhone 17 has a slightly larger 6.3-inch display with smaller bezels than the 16. The 17 Pro boasts a new design with a metallic sheen and rounded edges, potentially drawing parallels to the Apple Watch Ultra 3's functional design. The iPhone Air is noted for its slim 5.66mm thickness and premium titanium build, weighing similar to an iPhone 12. All new models feature 120Hz ProMotion OLED displays with increased outdoor brightness and improved scratch resistance.
• Performance and Cameras: The iPhone 17 uses an A19 chipset, while the 17 Pro and Air have the A19 Pro. The regular 17 and Air share the same main rear camera, while the 17 Pro has a larger sensor. All models include 1x and 2x optical zoom. The iPhone 17 and Pro models gain a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera, an upgrade from previous models. The 17 Pro's telephoto lens is now 48MP with 4x optical zoom (extendable to 8x with optical crop), a change from the 16 Pro's 5x lens.
• Connectivity and Battery: All new iPhones feature USB-C ports, with the Pro model supporting USB 3 speeds, while the 17 and Air are limited to USB 2. All models have Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 6. The iPhone 17 and 17 Pro offer faster charging (up to 25W wireless/40W wired), reaching 0-50% in 20 minutes, while the Air retains the previous year's charging specs. The 17 is expected to have a 30% battery life increase, and the 17 Pro a 20-25% increase over their predecessors.
• Value Proposition: The base storage for all models is now 256GB. The iPhone 17 is recommended as the best value at $799, offering significant upgrades from the 16 without a price increase. The Air is priced at $999, and the Pro at $1099, with the Pro offering advanced video features that the presenter believes most users won't need.