Second device on APPLE and change from iphone 11.
I will try to be as objective as possible. Previously I had Android devices (XIAOMI Mi 6, Pocophone F1, HUAWEI Mate 20 pro) and Windows (Microsoft Lumia 950).
As an all-around user, I will make a comparison as a device with the iphone 11. In general, it is a very good change and it is indeed worth it, because one will see a difference in camera (significant), screen (considerable difference), battery (not huge), smaller bezels and notch. Since I have been using the device for a month, I reserve judgment on the battery and the camera (I like to work mainly on landscapes and trips to judge it comprehensively) for future and more "complete" review!
1) BATTERY: A device with one month of use for me cannot be judged completely objectively in terms of its battery. Also, the usage or "drain" per user must be taken into account. Nevertheless, compared to the 11, I see an upgrade in the battery. I charge it every day, once, but usually before it reaches 20%. So I also notice very good management and it is positive that, except for not using games, the device has not disappointed me even in heavy use (5g, maps, social media, spotify, all open simultaneously while traveling). I have not noticed it getting particularly hot during charging or intense use.
4/4 (temporary) stars!
2) DEVICE SPEED-OPERATING SYSTEM-APPLICATIONS-SYNC: Everything flows smoothly, quickly, and does not require further analysis. I was an android user on 3 devices, so there is no comparison. No freezing, no many and annoying ads per application. Yes, it has many paid applications, yes it does not allow you to customize it, but you know these things beforehand. With iOS, you have a more peaceful mind in terms of security, speed, and minimizing bugs and lags compared to android. Obviously, it is a matter of personal taste and no one will be judged based on that.
Now, as for connectivity, iTunes is (still) unacceptable, there is a huge improvement in terms of airdrop, recognition, and connectivity with other devices (e.g. via Bluetooth, wireless projection, etc.).
Additionally, I do not use widgets particularly (only weather, calendar, namedays) to judge something positively or negatively. There is always subjectivity in these things and it also depends on each person's usage.
4/4 stars!
*download pretube from the appstore (youtube without ads, open in the background, with proper connectivity).
3) SCREEN: Honestly, I will say that the screen is the best I have seen on a mobile device. I am referring to the devices I personally had and only what I have seen on friends' devices or in stores (so we are talking about subjective opinion). Impressive colors, without being too overwhelming, pitch-black, no comparison to the more outdated ones on the 11 (very good screen there too, but for the money, it falls short in this area). Compared to the 11, you will see a difference in both resolution (from LCD to OLED) and brightness. A significant improvement and upgrade.
4/4 stars!
4) INNOVATIONS (for iphone):
Dynamic Island: Very useful, with a few functions for now, I hope for more conveniences and a larger volume of applications that serve me daily (currently maps, spotify, music, alarms). I am not bothered at all by its use as a new notch.
Always-On Display: I do not use it. Free battery eats you and I think we are exaggerating with the noise that exists (for android users), unless you have it in stand-by mode, without adjusting it only to charging. It's not difficult to lift your finger for a tenth of a second to simply touch your screen and see your notifications, or the time and battery.
ProMotion technology with adjustable refresh rate up to 120 Hz: It was so fast and smooth the 11, that I can't understand big differences in scrolling and speed. Obviously, if I made the reverse change, I would notice it.
Imagine how fast iPhones are and how clean and good iOS is.
3.5/4 stars, because the dynamic island needs improvement and the always on personally leaves me indifferent!
5) CAMERA: It has amazing stabilization, great sound in video (the best video objectively in a device), very good switching in zoom and bokeh. We are talking about a tremendous upgrade from the 11, but I haven't used it yet on a landscape or concert trip, where I usually judge mobile cameras. Very good night mode, you will do wonders, and now it has (at least) 15x manual zoom, as well as 3x optical zoom that does not affect the resolution at all! Very good macro photos as well, in flowers, plants, and office objects that I have checked. I don't take many selfies, but my friends who have checked it are amazed.
Until a more detailed observation/critique (and with images for reference)
4/4 (temporary) stars!
6) SOUND: I won't say much here. Amazing sound, very loud and good bass WITHOUT ALTERING THE RESULT, I am completely satisfied with the sounds of the applications as a notification, in conversation sound, or in music. I haven't noticed any complaints about how I sound during calls.
4/4 stars!
7) BUILDING MATERIALS - APPEARANCE: Very strong and protected device, particularly beautiful in purple color. I like the change from the completely glass 11 to the matte surface of the back of the 14 pro and the stainless steel that encloses the device.
It doesn't slip at all, even without the case.
I don't like the large protrusion of the rear cameras at all. Okay, you put a case and especially if you want, you can also protect the cameras. The point, however, is that you add additional weight, but at some point, a balance must be found between appearance and the placement of cameras in each company and smartphone.
3.5/4 stars!
CONCLUSION: I am completely satisfied with the device and its usage so far. However, since we are talking about a one-month device, with little use of the camera, but at the same time, I want to see how the battery will perform in the future, I expect an updated review!
The upgrade from the iPhone 13 or earlier devices is worth it. Otherwise, for me, no mobile device should cost so much money. However, if you know the price, you know what you are getting and what you are losing in terms of iOS, and if the other flagship Android devices have reached or even surpassed Apple in terms of pricing (per version), then yes, it is worth it. The consumer should have in mind what he is getting, what he aims for with this purchase, and for how long he wants the purchase to last. I bought the device aiming for 3 years, approximately as long as I kept the iPhone 11, which with "worse" specs kept me quite satisfied as a consumer.