The iPhone 15 is on the horizon, and the rumor mill is churning out some juicy tidbits. Let’s dive into what’s being whispered about Apple’s next big thing.

1. Charging & Ports: The European Union’s push for a common charging standard might finally see Apple switching from the Lightning Port to a USB-C port. This change might initially be for the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max models, with a broader transition possibly in the iPhone 16 series.

2. Design & Display: Expect a Dynamic Island replacing the traditional notch across all models. The Pro versions might flaunt slimmer bezels, thanks to a new manufacturing technology. Both the iPhone 15 and the Pro Max are rumored to have rounded sides, differing from the flat design of their predecessors.

3. Performance: The iPhone 15 Pro Max is set to house the anticipated A17 Bionic chipset, promising a 20% more powerful CPU. The Pro models might also see a RAM boost to 8GB.

4. Cameras: Both the iPhone 15 and Pro Max might sport a 48MP main camera. However, the Pro Max could feature a periscope-style telephoto lens, allowing for higher optical zoom levels.

5. Battery: Both models are expected to have larger batteries than their predecessors, with potential support for 15-watt wireless charging using the Qi2 open standard.

6. Price: Hold onto your wallets! The iPhone 15 series might see a price hike, especially for the Pro models.

7. Release Date: Apple traditionally holds its iPhone events in September, so we’re likely looking at a mid to late September release.

Sources:

• The Verge
• MacRumors
• TechRadar
• CNET

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