Apple recently took the wraps off its latest offerings, introducing the iPhone 15 series lineup during the ‘Wonderlust’ event held at the tech giant’s Cupertino, California headquarters. These fresh gadgets, comprising the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone Pro, and iPhone Pro Max, are now open for pre-orders in over 40 countries and regions, including the UAE, the US, and India, starting from September 15, with availability slated for September 22.
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus
The iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus showcase a refreshing design approach, introducing a vivid array of colors including Pink, Yellow, Green, Blue, and classic Black, each with a matte finish.
Photography enthusiasts will find the iPhone 15 series particularly appealing. With a potent 48MP Main camera, these phones capture stunningly high-resolution photos, bringing out intricate details like never before. Furthermore, the inclusion of three optical zoom levels empowers users with versatile photography options.
Offered in two display sizes, 6.1 inches and 6.7 inches respectively, the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus introduce the Dynamic Island – a groundbreaking approach to engaging with critical notifications and Live Activities.
Featuring a 6-core CPU, comprised of two high-performance cores consuming 20 percent less power and four high-efficiency cores, the latest generation boasts enhanced speed, effortlessly managing resource-intensive tasks while extending battery life significantly. The GPU, now equipped with 5 cores, enjoys a 50 percent increase in memory bandwidth, ensuring seamless graphics performance during video streaming and gaming sessions. Moreover, the introduction of a new 16-core Neural Engine further amplifies the device’s capabilities, with the capacity to execute nearly 17 trillion operations per second, facilitating accelerated machine learning computations.
iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone Pro Max
Designed with aerospace-grade titanium, the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone Pro Max have a robust yet remarkably lightweight build, according to Apple. The devices come in black, white, blue, and natural titanium finishes.
The devices feature a 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch respectively with Super Retina XDR display, Always-On and ProMotion technologies. Powered by the A17 Pro, the industry’s first 3-nanometer chip, these iPhones redefine performance. The CPU is up to 10 percent faster, the GPU offers a 20 percent boost, and the Neural Engine is twice as quick. Hardware-accelerated ray tracing enhances graphics, ideal for immersive gaming and AR applications.
Camera enthusiasts will appreciate the seven pro lenses’ capabilities, including a 48MP Main camera with impressive image quality. The iPhone 15 Pro Max even sports a unique 5x Telephoto camera. USB 3 speeds and an AV1 decoder enhance connectivity and video streaming.
These iPhones prioritise convenience with USB-C compatibility for charging multiple Apple devices. Additionally, they introduce Roadside Assistance via satellite.
If you’re looking to own the latest iPhone 15 series, here are the pricing details in the GCC:
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro series: Prices in the UAE
The iPhone 15, which is the entry-level model in this latest series is priced at AED 3,399, with the Plus version available starting from AED 3,799, and the iPhone 15 Pro starting at AED 4,299.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max now start at AED 5,099 for the 256GB variant, with Apple discontinuing the 128GB option.
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro series: Prices in Qatar
In Qatar, the starting price for the base model of the iPhone 15 is anticipated to be QAR 2,909, and the Plus version is expected to commence at QAR 3,279.
The iPhone 15 Pro is expected to retail at QAR 3,639, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max with 256GB of storage is projected to be priced at QAR 4,365.
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro series: Prices in Saudi Arabia
In Saudi Arabia, it is expected that the iPhone 15’s base model will begin at SAR 2,679, and the Plus version is anticipated to start at SAR 3,060.
As for the Pro series, the iPhone 15 Pro is likely to start at SAR 4,597, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max, equipped with 256GB of storage, is projected to be priced at SAR 5,429.
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro series: Prices in Kuwait
In Kuwait, the base model of the iPhone 15 is expected to be priced at KWD 209, while the Plus version is likely to start at approximately KWD 239.
In the Pro series, the iPhone 15 Pro is expected to start from KWD 359, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max, featuring 256GB of storage, is projected to be priced at approximately KWD 424.
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro series: Prices in Bahrain
In Bahrain, it is expected that the starting price for the base model of the iPhone 15 will be BHD 266, while the Plus version is anticipated to commence at approximately BHD 304.
As for the Pro series, the iPhone 15 Pro is poised to be available starting at BHD 456, with the iPhone 15 Pro Max, equipped with 256GB of storage, expected to be priced at around BHD 539.
iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro series: Prices in Oman
In Oman, the base model of the iPhone 15 is anticipated to start at OMR 377, while the Plus version is expected to start at approximately OMR 390.
In the Pro series, the iPhone 15 Pro is set to be available from OMR 476, while the iPhone 15 Pro Max with 256GB of storage is projected to be priced at around OMR 533.
Disclaimer: The prices mentioned above, except for the UAE, are projections and subject to change.
