Apple fans are divided over the new iPhone 15 models, which were announced on September 12, 2023, at the company’s annual event. Some users praised the new features and design of the devices, while others criticized them for lacking innovation and being similar to the previous generations.
The new iPhones feature color-infused glass, which gives them a glossy and vibrant look. They also have new charging ports, which are compatible with both USB-C and Lightning cables. The camera system has been improved, with a 12-megapixel wide-angle lens, a 10-megapixel telephoto lens, and a 16-megapixel ultra-wide lens. The devices also support 5G connectivity and have a longer battery life.
However, some Apple fans were not impressed by the new iPhones, saying they were expecting more from the tech giant. They took to social media to express their disappointment and frustration, comparing the new devices to the previous ones.
“Innovation died with Steve Jobs. This is just a money grab.” – A Twitter user commenting on the new iPhone 15.
“The iPhone 15 looks just like the iPhone 14. Apple has run out of ideas.” – Another Twitter user expressing dissatisfaction with the new iPhone 15.
Some critics also claim that Apple has lost its creative edge and its soul since the death of Steve Jobs in 2011. Jobs was the co-founder and former CEO of Apple, who was widely regarded as a visionary and a genius in the tech industry. He was responsible for creating products such as the Macintosh, the iPod, the iPhone, and the iPad, which revolutionized computing, music, communication, and entertainment.
“‘Boring’ iPhone 5 Is Not A Steve Jobs ‘Legacy Device’ But ‘Designed Under His Watchful Eye'” – A headline from Forbes in 2012, suggesting that the iPhone 5 was not a product of Steve Jobs’ vision, but rather his supervision.
“Steve Jobs was a rare breed of innovator who combined artistry and engineering to create products that changed the world. He was not afraid to take risks and challenge the status quo. He inspired millions of people to think different.” – A tribute to Steve Jobs from Shacknews.
The new iPhone 15 models are expected to hit the market on September 29, 2023. They will be available in four colors: black, white, red, and blue. The prices range from $999 to $1,499 depending on the storage capacity and model.
The question remains: Are the new iPhones a disappointment or a breakthrough? Will they live up to the legacy of Steve Jobs or fall short of his vision? Only time will tell.
Relevant articles:
– Apple users bash new iPhone 15: ‘Innovation died with Steve Jobs’, New York Post, September 13, 2023
– Apple fans claim the iPhone 15 looks just like the iPhone 14, Daily Mail, September 13, 2023
– Apple has lost its way in the 10 years since Steve Jobs’ death, Shacknews, October 5, 2021
– ‘Boring’ iPhone 5 Is Not A Steve Jobs ‘Legacy Device’ But …, Forbes, September 14, 2012.