Apple iPhone 15 Plus in Kenya
The iPhone 15 plus was launched in September 2023 alongside the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max. Pre-orders began on September, 2023, and the devices were made available on September 22, 2023. It landed in Kenya in November 2023. The iPhone 15 Plus is available at City hub at Ksh.108,000 for the 128GB and Ksh.128,000 for the 256GB.
It is Apple’s latest flagship smartphone that embodies the pinnacle of innovation and sophistication. With its sleek design, advanced camera system, powerful performance, and robust security features, the iPhone 15 plus sets a new standard for mobile excellence. Boasting a stunning Super Retina XDR OLED display, the device offers an immersive viewing experience. While its A16 Bionic chip ensures seamless multitasking and responsiveness.
Design
The iPhone 15 Plus this year brings about a more significant redesign in the inclusion of the Dynamic Island. It may introduce contoured edge along the aluminum frame, which makes the device easier to handle.
The glass panel Apple used on the back is still ion-strengthened, while the one on the front is still Apple’s hardest and most durable glass, called Ceramic Shield.
It has USB-C connectivity, which can enable faster charging and data transfer, and compatibility with other devices.
iPhone 15 Plus is available in five colors: Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink
- Dimensions: 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)
- Weight: 201 g (7.09 oz)
- Build: Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame.
Display
The iPhone 15 Plus is equipped with a stunning Super Retina XDR OLED display, offering vibrant colors, deep blacks, and high contrast.
The display excels in every other aspect. It’s extremely bright in auto mode, peaking at 1,642 nits. In manual control, the panel gets up to 820 nits, while maintaining exceptional color accuracy with an average dE2000 of 0.7.
- Type: Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (HBM), 2000 nits (peak)
- Size: 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio)
- Resolution: 1290 x 2796 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)
- Protection: Ceramic Shield glass
Camera
The iPhone 15 Plus comes with an advanced camera system featuring multiple lenses, including wide and ultra-wide.
There is a whole new 48MP, 26mm, f/1.6 main camera.
Main Camera:
- Dual: 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS
:12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)
- Features: Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama)
- Video: 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), Cinematic mode (4K@30fps), stereo sound rec.
Selfie Camera:
- Single: 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6″, PDAF :SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
- Features: HDR, Cinematic mode (4K@30fps)
- Video: 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
Platform
Powered by the next-generation A-series chip, the iPhone 15 Plus delivers unparalleled performance and powers all kinds of advanced features. The chip’s advanced voice isolation for phone calls, smooth performance for graphics-intensive games, faster app launches, and smooth gaming experiences. Whether running intensive apps or demanding tasks like video editing or AR applications, the iPhone 15 plus ensures exceptional performance and responsiveness.
- OS: iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 17.4
- Chipset: Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm)
- CPU: Hexa-core (2×3.46 GHz Everest + 4×2.02 GHz Sawtooth)
- GPU: Apple GPU (5-core graphics)
Battery and Storage
The iPhone 15 Plus has a 4383 mAh battery which is bigger, but due to the more efficient A16 Bionic SoC, the 15 Plus delivers considerably longer battery life.
- Type: Li-Ion 4383 mAh, non-removable
- Charging: Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised); 15W wireless (MagSafe); 15W wireless (Qi2) – requires iOS 17.2 update; 4.5W reverse wired
Security and Identification
The iPhone 15 Plus continues to prioritize user security and privacy with advanced security features. It offers both Face ID and Touch ID for biometric authentication, giving users the option to choose their preferred method for unlocking their device and authorizing transactions securely. Face ID utilizes facial recognition technology, while Touch ID provides convenient fingerprint authentication.
iOS and iPhone Benefits
The iPhone 15 Plus runs on the latest version of iOS, providing users with a seamless and intuitive mobile experience. iOS offers a wide range of benefits and features, including access to the Apple App Store with millions of apps, games, and services.
Users can enjoy seamless integration with other Apple devices through iCloud, enabling effortless synchronization of data, photos, and content across devices. With regular updates and a strong focus on security, iOS ensures users have access to the latest features and enhancements while maintaining a high level of privacy and security.
Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in) |
Colors | Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, Pink |
Material | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame |
SIMs | Nano-SIM and eSIM – International Dual eSIM with multiple numbers – USA Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) – China |
Water/Dust | IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified) |
DISPLAY | |
Size | 6.7 inches |
Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 800 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) |
Resolutions | 1290 x 2796 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio |
PPI | 460 ppi density |
Multi touch | Yes |
Protection | Ceramic Shield glass |
PLATFORM | |
CPU | Hexa-core (2×3.46 GHz Everest + 4×2.02 GHz Sawtooth) |
Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic (4 nm) |
GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
RAM | 6GB |
Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB |
Card Slot | No |
OS | iOS 17, upgradable to iOS 17.0.3 |
CAMERA | |
Main Dual | 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide) |
Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
Videos | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), Cinematic mode (4K@30fps), stereo sound rec. |
Front Dual | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6″, PDAF, OIS SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) HDR, Cinematic mode (4K@30fps) 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
BATTERY | |
Type | Li-Ion 4383 mAh, non-removable |
Charging | Wired, 50% in 30 min (advertised) 15W wireless (MagSafe) 7.5W wireless (Qi) 4.5W reverse wired |
Talk Time | N/A |
Music Play | N/A |
COMMONS | |
Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer Ultra Wideband 2 (UWB) support Emergency SOS via satellite (SMS sending/receiving) |
Sound | Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers 3.5mm Jack No |
USB | USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort |
Walan | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot |
Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
NFC | Yes |
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