• The new iPhone 15 series is said to contain much more than was expected
  • The new features expected to be included in the new series are a 48-megapixel camera and a USB-C charging port, among others
  • The pricing is speculated at a high of $1,200 (KSh 176,040) and a low of $799 (KSh 177, 200)for Pro Max and Pro Plus, respectively

Apple unveiled the new iPhone 15 on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at its Apple’s Wanderlust event.

Apple's chief executive officer, Tim Cook, at the launch of a new iPhone. Photos: Justin Sullivan/Staff. Source: UGC

Apple’s chief executive officer, Tim Cook, at the launch of a new iPhone. 

The unveiling occurred at the Steve Jobs Theatre in Apple Park, Cupertino, California.

Most people seem fixated on the price of the new iPhone 15 series, while others are interested in its unique features.

How much does iPhone 15 cost?

Forbes speculated that the new iPhone could sell as high as $1,200 (KSh 176,040) and as low as $1,099 (KSh 161, 220) for the iPhone Pro Max.

The new iPhone 15 contains some features that mark a clear departure from the previous iPhone series.

According to analysts, the new iPhone 15 series is expected to be the best.

BusinessInsidier reports that the new product is expected to come in four variants and will see Apple pivot to the USB-C as its charging standard, a primary requirement by the European markets.

Reports say the iPhone 15 lineup will receive a 48-megapixel primary camera. The main camera will contain a new sensor design for better low-light performance.

It is also expected to receive extra-special wide and zoom lenses with more megapixels than the 12-megapixel versions on the iPhone 14 Pro series.

What are iPhone 15’s features?

  • A new design with a pill-shaped cutout for the front-facing camera and a smaller notch for Face ID.
  • A new A16 Bionic chip.
  • Improved cameras with a 48-megapixel main sensor.
  • A new cinematic mode for video recording.
  • A new periscope telephoto lens for better zoom capabilities.
  • Support for 120Hz refresh rate on all models.
  • A new charging port, possibly USB-C.

Other iPhone products to be unveiled at the event include the Apple Watch Series 9, AirPods Pro 2, new MacBook Pro models, and new iPad mini.

Some other products that might be unveiled at the event are the Apple Watch Series 9, AirPods Pro 2, new MacBook Pro models, and new iPad mini.

Forbes reports that the new model might be sold higher due to its titanium cover.

TikToker flaunts iPhone 15

A lady showed off a pink version of the newly released iPhone 15, exciting many people online,

Unlike the iPhone 15 Pro Max with bigger functions, the pink version was only the least of the 15 series.

Thousands who reacted to the lady’s Apple event video said they prefer the Pro Max version of the iPhone.