depth of .30 inches (also shown in Figure 1-1).
iPhone 13 Pro measures 2.82" by 5.78" (6.1" diagonally) with a depth of .30 inches (see Figure 1-2).
iPhone 13 Pro Max measures 3.07" by 6.33" (6.7" diagonally) with a depth of .30 inches (also shown in Figure 1-2).
You can get iPhone 13 and 13 mini in Starlight, Midnight, blue, pink, and a beautiful Product Red version. iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max come in gold, silver, graphite, and a great-looking Sierra Blue.
Image courtesy of Apple, Inc.
Other differences between iPhone models come primarily from the current operating system, iOS 15, which I cover in the remaining chapters of the book.
Image courtesy of Apple, Inc.
Not sure whether to get an iPhone 13 model? Here are a few more key differences:
The battery life of the iPhone 13 Pro Max is longer than the other models. For example, audio playback time on the 13 Pro Max is rated at 95 hours versus 75 hours on the 13 and 13 Pro, with the 13 mini maxing out at 55 hours.
iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max have triple rear-facing cameras, providing amazing optical zoom, portrait mode, and other features. The 13 and 13 mini have dual rear-facing cameras.
Screen resolution: The higher the resolution the better, especially for larger screens since you need to pack more pixels (the tiny dots of color that make up the images) into a larger space. The iPhone 13 and 13 Pro provide 2532 x 1170 resolution; 13 mini boasts 2340 x 1080; and 13 Pro Max provides a stunning 2778 x 1284.
Table 1-1 gives you a quick comparison of iPhone SE (second generation), 11, 12, 12 mini, 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, and 13 Pro Max (models currently sold by Apple). All costs are as of the time this book was written. (Some carriers may introduce non-contract terms.)
TABLE 1-1 iPhone Model Comparison
| Model | Storage | Cost (may vary by carrier) | Carriers |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE (second generation) | 64GB and 128GB | From $399 | AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile |
| 11 | 64GB and 128GB | From $499 | AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile |
| 12 | 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB | From $699 | AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile |
| 12 mini | 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB | From $599 | AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile |
| 13 | 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB | From $799 | AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile |
| 13 mini | 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB | From $699 | AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile |
| 13 Pro | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB | From $999 | AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile |
| 13 Pro Max | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB | From $1,099 | AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile |
www.apple.com/shop/iphone/iphone-upgrade-program for more information.
Decide How Much Storage Is Enough
Storage is a measure of how much information — for example, movies, photos, and software applications (apps) — you can store on a computing device. Storage can also affect your iPhone’s performance when handling such tasks as streaming favorite TV shows from the web or downloading music.
Your storage options with an iPhone 13 or 13 mini are 128, 256, and 512 gigabytes (GB), while 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max are 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB (terabyte, which is 1000GB). You must choose the right amount of storage because you can’t open the unit and add more, as you usually can with a desktop computer. However, Apple has thoughtfully provided iCloud, a service you can use to back up content to the internet. (You can read more about iCloud in Chapter 4.)
How much storage is enough for your iPhone? Here’s are some guidelines:
If you simply want to check email, browse the web, keep your calendar up to date, and write short notes to yourself, 128GB likely is plenty.
For most people who manage a reasonable number of photos, download some music, and watch heavy-duty media such as movies online, 256GB may be sufficient. But if you might take things up a notch regarding media consumption and creation in the future (such as the newest grandchild being on the way soon), you should seriously consider 512GB.
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