Apple is rumored to begin receiving mass shipments of its forthcoming iPhone 15 Pro Max handset this week, according to noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. This also suggests that the new handset will be available in September, despite concerns over a production delay, but customers might need to order one quickly if they want launch-day delivery.
Apple is expected to unveil its new iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max handset at an event that is rumored to be planned for Tuesday, September 12. All four models are expected to be equipped with a USB-C port and the Dynamic Island, while many additional new features are rumored for the Pro models, such as a titanium frame, customizable Action button, faster A17 Bionic chip, Wi-Fi 6E support, and more.
The Pro Max model is said to feature a 6.7-inch display similar to that of the iPhone 14 Pro Max, albeit with slimmer bezels around the screen. Next year, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is rumored to be equipped with an even larger 6.9-inch display. The iPhone 15 Pro Max is also expected to feature an upgraded telephoto lens with periscope technology. Kuo previously said this lens would offer up to 5-6x optical zoom, compared to the current 3x limit.
Several reports have indicated that the iPhone 15 Pro models may be up to $200 more expensive than the iPhone 14 Pro models in the United States. There has also been speculation that Apple might increase the base storage of the devices to 256GB to help justify the higher prices.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.