14 Pro to 16 Pro Max, 256GB on both. Upgrading for more RAM and I’m tired of the 4PM top off on the battery.
Got a tip for us?
Let us know
Become a MacRumors Supporter for $50/year with no ads, ability to filter front page stories, and private forums.
iPhone 16 Pro Max If you preordered a 16 Pro Max, what are you upgrading from and why?
- Thread starter PowerMac5500
- Start date
- Sort by reaction score
Its more affordable for me to update yearly than waiting each 3 years. Its easier to pay (for example) $500 yearly than $1500 each 3 years.
From a 15PM… because I can. Also want to be able to do Apple Intelligence… better camera…
Exactly my thinking too. I keep good care of my phone and can sell it a year later as almost new because it was always in case plus screen protector. Sooo I only pay the rest difference to the new phone.
Hey, happy wife happy life bro. It’s a small price to pay to make marriage work. 😁
Upgrading from a 14 Pro Max, same memory (256g). I’ve upgraded every couple of years for a while now and my carrier (o2, in the UK) enables me to upgrade at no cost every 90 days so other than the hassle of buying new cases (I have two - one for regular use and on for the bicycle) don’t see any reason not to upgrade.
The improved camera is of most interest but not bothered about other features on the whole.
The improved camera is of most interest but not bothered about other features on the whole.
First time she asked if she could upgrade i said no. And i could already tell by the look on her face she knew my no would eventually turn into a yes. Such an evil look on her face. An apple ad came on showing the gold iphone and she’s over there “aww…i bet all the other girls are gonna get the gold iphone and look so fancy and be matching with their new gold Apple Watches”. So naturally, she’s getting a new Apple Watch as well
expensive, but cheaper than marriage counseling lol
13 Pro Max 128GB to 16 Pro Max 256GB. I went into a mobile store to look at the SS S24U and Pixel XL, didn't blow me away. then I put my 13 side by side with the 15 Pro and noticed that my screen was noticably muted. Looking forward to a vibrant screen again. Also, my phone is starting to lag a bit, barely noticable but it's there.
Finally, I've been content with the 13 Pro for more than a couple years. Prior I'd be swapping them out every couple.
Finally, I've been content with the 13 Pro for more than a couple years. Prior I'd be swapping them out every couple.
Last edited:
Upgrading from a 12 Pro to a 16 PM. Massive camera improvement, and Bluetooth has become a little wonky on my 12 Pro.
I did it to DOWNGRADE my wallet
Upgrading from 15 Pro Max. The only reasons are always camera improvements, even if they’re incremental. I have 3 young kids and want to have the best available camera for building memories.
This year I mostly fancy the Dolby Vision in 120 frames.
This year I mostly fancy the Dolby Vision in 120 frames.
Upgrading from a 12P 128GB to 16PM 1TB. Need more storage, as I’ve been “full“ for some time now. AI is very interesting, as are the new camera features. Also getting older, so a bigger screen should be better.
13PM/512 to 16PM/1TB
because i want to.
also:
better camera
AI
battery
usb c
because i want to.
also:
better camera
AI
battery
usb c
Upgrading from 15 pro max. I'm a developer and it's more financially feasible for me to upgrade my personal device yearly by basically leasing it than to buy a new device.
I was going to go with the 15 pro vs max since the smaller phone was finally on parity with the larger one (and the fact I can't use my personal phone for work anymore) but I'm also making a game and it looks so pretty on the larger screen...
I was going to go with the 15 pro vs max since the smaller phone was finally on parity with the larger one (and the fact I can't use my personal phone for work anymore) but I'm also making a game and it looks so pretty on the larger screen...
Upgrading from a 14PM, mainly because I used to upgrade every year and now I'm moving to every 2. I'm mostly excited about the move to USB-C. All my devices charge from USB-C: ipad, airpods, Macbook, and my work PC, but I have to also have all these pesky lightning cables around for my wife's and my phones (she's getting a 16PM too).
But also, my 14PM battery capacity is down to 84%. Yes, I'll limit my 16PM to 80%, but with the greater battery capacity, it should be an increase for me. I'm also looking forward to the 5X optical zoom. My brother has a 15PM and shows me his zoomed pics and they're so much better than mine.
But also, my 14PM battery capacity is down to 84%. Yes, I'll limit my 16PM to 80%, but with the greater battery capacity, it should be an increase for me. I'm also looking forward to the 5X optical zoom. My brother has a 15PM and shows me his zoomed pics and they're so much better than mine.
Last edited:
And she can also get the clear case from Apple to display it!
From 13 Pro to 16 Pro Max.
Top reasons;
*Fresh and bigger battery
*Bigger screen
*USB-C
*Wifi 7
Top reasons;
*Fresh and bigger battery
*Bigger screen
*USB-C
*Wifi 7
I’m upgrading from 13 Pro 256 to 16 Pro 256. Mainly for better cameras
I am upgrading from 13 Pro Max to 16 Pro Max. I have had the worst possible year so far, I have the money, can afford it, and I want it so I bought it. I guess if I HAD to give an answer it is because I want all USB-C and this puts me there. I honestly am not 100% sure what the differences/upgrades even are.
But the only real reason is because I just wanted to. I promise, I do not mean that snarky at all. Just felt like upgrading so I treated myself.
But the only real reason is because I just wanted to. I promise, I do not mean that snarky at all. Just felt like upgrading so I treated myself.
Upgrading from a 15 Pro Max to a 16 Pro Max mainly for the increase in screen size. I’ve always said to myself I’ll upgrade as the screens get bigger.
I know it’s not a massive bump, so if I don’t find it noticeable and there is nothing else significantly better with the phone (I.e - Speakers/Battery Life/Wi-Fi/Keyboard Lag) then I can just return it and keep my 15PM
I know it’s not a massive bump, so if I don’t find it noticeable and there is nothing else significantly better with the phone (I.e - Speakers/Battery Life/Wi-Fi/Keyboard Lag) then I can just return it and keep my 15PM
That's an amazing deal for a 1TB 16 Pro Max. You must have gotten 20% discount or something right because EE is very expensive without discount.
12ProMax to 16 ProMax. Was going to wait for 17 then discovered a hardware issue. Cost of that fix plus new battery (advised my MR host) made upgrade decision easier. Truthfully, not sure I am "pro" enough to warrant when 16+ seems just as good. Another marketing victim....
