The upcoming iPhone 15 base model might not have the advanced always-on display and ProMotion features of Apple.
(Photo : Photo by BRITTANY HOSEA-SMALL/AFP via Getty Images)
The new iPhone 14 Pro is displayed during a launch event for new products at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, on September 7, 2022. - Apple unveiled several new products including a new iPhone 14 and 14 Pro, three Apple watches, and new AirPod Pros during the event.
If this really happens, then it would have the same scenario that its predecessor experienced.
In 2022, the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max were the only models that support the ProMotion and always-on display features.
Now, based on the latest rumors, it seems like Apple fans who will purchase the iPhone 15 models would experience dejavu.
New iPhone 15 Will Not Have Always-On Display, ProMotion?
According to MacRumors' latest report, the Korean Naver news aggregator account yeux1122 claimed that the always-on display and ProMotion will also be exclusive to iPhone 15 Pro models.
(Photo : Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
Attendees examine a brand new iPhone 14 Pro during an Apple special event on September 07, 2022 in Cupertino, California. Apple CEO Tim Cook unveiled the new iPhone 14 as well as new versions of the Apple Watch, including the Apple Watch SE, a low-cost version of the popular timepiece that will start at $249.
Also Read: New Apple In-House 5G Modem to Replace Qualcomm's Modems; Here's When Integration Could Start
This means that the standard iPhone 15 will not have these advanced features.
"Only the Pro Series supports the LTPO 120 refresh rate, and the basic regular Plus model does not have that in the requirements," said the tech blogger via his official post.
Although this is the case, many tech enthusiasts believe that the non-Pro iPhone 15 models will still be integrated with a more power-efficient OLED display.
This screen is expected to have a driver chip manufactured based on a 28nm process, allowing the display to have reduced power consumption.
iPhone 15 to Arrive This 2023
The new iPhone 15 lineup is expected to be launched by Apple around September.
This estimated release date is based on the tech manufacturer's recent launch timeline.
Of course, this can still change depending on the final decision of the iPhone maker.
Although it's still months before the new iPhone 15's arrival, many tech enthusiasts and critics already shared possible features the new models could have.
These include a 5G model chipset from Qualcomm, WiFi 6E connectivity, and many more.
Other stories we recently wrote about iPhones:
The upcoming iPhone 16 Pro is expected to boast an under-display Face ID feature.
Meanwhile, leaked iPhone 15 renders revealed that the next-gen iOS smartphone could have a Dynamic Island feature for its non-Pro models.
For more news updates about the iPhone 15 and other new Apple gadgets, always keep your tabs open here at TechTimes.
Related Article: Apple's iPhone14 Says Hello to Yellow-Available for Pre-order on March 10
