The iPhone 15, their latest masterpiece, is here to redefine what a smartphone can be. With a stunning design, powerhouse performance, and a camera that's nothing short of extraordinary, it's a device that leaves us in awe. But that's just the beginning. From its USB-C transformation to cutting-edge features, the iPhone 15 is not just a phone; it's a statement, a fusion of innovation and style that's set to capture hearts and minds.
Design and Display
The iPhone 15 rocks a sleek, timeless look reminiscent of its predecessor, the iPhone 14. Although the premium titanium frame is exclusively reserved for the Pro and Pro Max models, the standard iPhone 15 proudly boasts an aerospace-grade aluminum frame, ensuring it's a solid companion in your everyday adventures.
But it's the little details that make this iPhone a true gem. The rear panel is elegantly polished with nano crystalline particles, creating a luxurious matte finish that's not just pleasing to the eye but delightful to touch. To add a dash of personal style to your tech, Apple offers this beauty in five distinct color options: classic Black, serene Blue, vibrant Green, sunny Yellow, and a playful Pink. Take your pick and make a statement that's uniquely you.
A16 Bionic Chip
The iPhone 15 is powered by the A16 Bionic chipset, continuing Apple's practice of using the previous-generation chips in the standard and Plus models. Despite not matching the A17 Pro SoC in the Pro lineup, the A16 Bionic is no slouch. This 4 nm-fabbed chip features a hexa-core architecture with two high-performance Everest cores at 3.46GHz and four efficient Sawtooth cores at 2.0GHz. Graphics and gaming are handled by Apple's 5-core GPU. Running on the latest iOS 17, the iPhone 15 offers an array of enhancements, including customized caller ID, message transcription, Namedrop for easy contact sharing, StandBy Mode, and more.
Camera
In the camera department, the base model of the iPhone 15 retains a dual-camera setup. However, there's a significant upgrade in the primary shooter, now sporting a 48MP sensor. This camera introduces a quad-pixel system, delivering 100% Focus Pixels for rapid autofocus. Particularly intriguing is the default 24MP super-high-res mode, which balances image quality and file size. To compensate for the absence of a dedicated zoom unit, the standard model offers a 2X telephoto option. On the front, you'll find a 12MP TrueDepth camera discreetly embedded within the Dynamic Island, also serving as a 3D face scanner for top-notch biometric security.
USB-C and others
Complying with the EU's USB-C mandate for consumer electronics, Apple has bid farewell to its Lightning port across the entire iPhone 15 Series. However, the standard model opts for the older USB 2.0 port, while the Pro variants benefit from the speedier USB 3.0 connection. Reverse charging remains an option via a USB-C to USB-C cable, perfect for recharging your upgraded AirPods Pro and Apple Watch. Battery specifics remain undisclosed, but third-party teardowns should soon uncover those details. The charging speed maintains its previous limits, with wired and wireless charging capped at 20W and 15W (via MagSafe), respectively.
Key safety features like satellite connectivity, crash detection, and emergency SOS remain intact. Apple introduces "Roadside Assistance" this time, leveraging satellite connectivity to summon help for vehicles stranded in cellular dead zones, a reassuring addition for those venturing into remote areas. These features ensure that the iPhone 15 Series continues to deliver essential online platform functionality for safety and connectivity.
iPhone 15 Specifications:
- Dimension: 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8mm, 171 grams
- Display: 6.1‑inch OLED, Super Retina XDR, 60Hz refresh rate
- Resolution: 2556 x 1179 pixels, 460 ppi
- Chipset: A16 Bionic (4nm) processor, 6 CPU cores + 5 GPU cores, 16-core Neural Engine
- Storage: 128/256/512GB (non-upgradeable)
- Operating System: iOS 17
- SIM: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM), dual eSIM
- Back Camera: Dual:
– 48MP f/1.6 primary camera, 2x optical zoom, sensor-shift OIS
– 12MP f/2.4 ultrawide camera, 120° field of view - Front Camera: 12MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture
- Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
- Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave), WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS with Glonass, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou, NFC, UWB
- Other features: Water and dust resistance (IP68), Stereo speakers
- Battery: Up to 20 hours of video playback, 7.5W Qi Wireless Charging, 15W MagSafe Wireless Charger (No adapter included in the box)
iPhone 15 Price in Nepal and Availability
| iPhone 15 | Price in Nepal (Official) |
| 128GB | NPR 157,499 |
| 256GB | NPR 176,499 |
| 512GB | NPR 214,499 |
