I don't see this mentioned, but I know there have been some issues with the wireless charging because the camera bump (especially on the 14 series). So I wonder if making that depth less extreme is partially in order to resolve this issue, to get the coils closer to the charging surface.
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iPhone 15 Pro Max Could Have Thinner Camera Bump and Smaller Footprint [Updated]
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The bump is mostly thinner because the rest of the device is thicker.
If you account for this, they only shaved off less than 0.2 mm, which is unnoticeable.
The so-called "bump" doesn't bother me in the slightest.
All I care about is outstanding image quality and ease of use. My 14PM and previous iPhones have always delivered on that.
All I care about is outstanding image quality and ease of use. My 14PM and previous iPhones have always delivered on that.
The bump looks thinner because the phone is thicker the total camera thickness is probably the same. It's a visual trick just like how tapering the sides of the Intel MBPs made them look thinner than they actually were.
Now that I think about it, assuming that the current "telephoto" camera is the largest, a Periscope zoom which doesn't need to protrude as far could mean an overall thinner bump because Apple makes all three cameras protrude the same distance.
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The real question is will it browse Macrumors.com just the same?
I'm done buying iPhones until they eliminate the stupidity of the camera bump.
The iPhone 15 Pro Max will be thicker than its precedessor despite having a slightly reduced height and width, but it could offer a less protrusive camera rear array, according to newly shared CAD renders and dimensions.
The leaker known as "Ice Universe," who has divulged accurate information about Apple's plans in the past, shared the latest CAD renders and specific dimensions in a series of tweets earlier today.
The renders broadly align with other reports about the design of the iPhone 15 Pro models, showing a new chassis with slightly curved edges. The rendering lines help to convey the added curvature in the new design, as well as the thickness of the bezels, which are expected to be reduced compared to the iPhone 14 Pro Max.
According to Ice Universe's dimensions, the iPhone 15 Pro Max's footprint is smaller both in terms of height and width compared to the iPhone 14 Pro Max, but it is 5% thicker. The CAD renders and accompanying dimensions suggest that the iPhone 15 Pro Max will have a less protrusive camera bump than previously expected, being 0.59 mm shallower than that of the iPhone 14 Pro Max.
iPhone 14 Pro Max iPhone 15 Pro Max Change (+/-) Height: 160.7 mm 159.86 mm -0.84 mm Width: 77.6 mm 76.73 mm -0.87 mm Depth: 7.85 mm 8.25 mm +0.4 mm Camera Depth: 4.18 mm 3.59 mm -0.59 mm Depth Including Camera: 12.03 mm 11.84 mm -0.19 mm
This means that while the iPhone, excluding the camera array, will ostensibly be 0.4 mm thicker than on the iPhone 14 Pro Max, the device as a whole, including the camera, will be 0.19 mm thinner.
As with several other iPhone 15 Pro renders that have emerged, the volume and power buttons are missing, likely due to the fact that these devices are expected to make the switch to solid-state buttons this year.
The marginally reduced width of the iPhone, combined with its curved edges, could make the device more comfortable to hold and the shallower camera bump could allow it to lie more stably on a surface. Overall, the dimensions indicate that the iPhone 15 Pro Max could differ from the design of its predecessor more than previously thought.
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With all the technological innovations that they spend their time on, the camera bump should be top priority.
Enough with the bumps. They are getting so large that you can hardly call the design a slab phone any longer.
The fact is, the camera on a phone will never come near the quality of a actual camera. The sensors are too small and the lenses absolutely suck swamp water. Regardless, if it's snapshots you are interested in then a camera on a phone is just fine and doesn't need humps sticking out the back.
On the other hand, if you truly want to take high quality photos, then get a real camera with a real lens and image sensor.
That's only important to camera owners who are into specs, having the best, etc.
And not all that important to photographers who make photographs.
"On the other hand, if you truly want to take high quality photos, then get a real camera with a real lens and image sensor."
Over the years I've found that great photographs that move a viewer has little to do with camera gear. And is really about the photographer and his/her life experiences, ability to see, evaluate light and its quality, recognize gesture, know what elements to include/exclude in the frame, understand the power of releasing narrative, etc, and on and on.
As a photographer who’s replaced his dslr with an iphone pro max, I don’t mind the camera bump at all. In fact, i wouldn’t mind if the bump got even bigger if it meant even better camera lens performance. 😉
You misspelled "having better". Even an mid-level camera takes better photos.
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“It’s our thinnest, most exciting and powerful camera inclination ever - and we think you’re going to love it!”
(no way Apple would ever say the word bump)
(no way Apple would ever say the word bump)
Great. If true then this is the direction of travel that I am hoping for especially if switching to a titanium chassis offsets any weight gain. That 0.4mm extra thickness for the main body doesn’t sound like a lot but if all of that is used to increase battery capacity then it is more than it seems. The 14 Pro Max main body is 7.85mm thick so an extra 0.4mm is only an extra 5.1% increase but that 7.85mm depth also has to accommodate the screen, the glass front and back, the top and bottom protective casing for the battery, and a bit for adhesives and maybe very small air gaps. Assuming that all stays constant then potentially the extra 0.4mm all goes towards expanding the volume of the energy-storing gunk (I’m no chemist!) inside the battery so probably offers the potential for more like an extra 10% battery capacity vs the 14 Pro. With other potential gains from more efficient SoC, modem, screen etc might we see another 20% jump in battery life vs the 14 Pro, or maybe even more? If yes then I’m a launch day customer.
No, I did not. I wrote exactly what I meant.
For many camera owners (as opposed to photographers) the quest for seeking out and having the best camera is a never ending journey. And much more important than making strong photographs.
Without reading the article I was afraid that “Ice Universe” was Apple’s name for a new iPhone colorway.
Currently using a 12 PM and I have tested a work colleague’s 14 PM, and yes the camera bump is noticeable bigger, but it doesn’t bother me.
If my iPhone takes better images I’m in for it, to a certain point of course.
They can’t be to big😁
As for the footprint, the size and weight have never bothered me.
So if Apple now reduces the camera bump and the size that’s a good thing.
Otherwise I actually don’t care🙂
But if the rumor is true about Apple removing the mute and volume button, I would be sad. I like those physical buttons and it’s also somewhat of an icon😊
It’s like a retro feeling to switch something on or off🙂
If my iPhone takes better images I’m in for it, to a certain point of course.
They can’t be to big😁
As for the footprint, the size and weight have never bothered me.
So if Apple now reduces the camera bump and the size that’s a good thing.
Otherwise I actually don’t care🙂
But if the rumor is true about Apple removing the mute and volume button, I would be sad. I like those physical buttons and it’s also somewhat of an icon😊
It’s like a retro feeling to switch something on or off🙂
I notice that the periscope camera is no longer mentioned in the latest rumours.
This article is specifically about the camera-bump size, not its contents.
But isn't this the latest rumor article?
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Anything to rein in that bump. For the past decade, it’s been like the iPhone gets a BBL each year.
I hope this is 15 Pro Max. Ultra should be like the Watch, iPhone for Mother Nature.