I worked for years selling iPhones at an Apple Premium Reseller. And even though I always buy the latest model, in fact I already have the iPhone 16 Pro in my hands, I still remember those “researches” I did with customers to I definitely know what model of iPhone they needed.. The same thing continues to happen today. Although the latest iPhone brings interesting innovations, there are perfectly modular alternatives depending on the budget and the use that will be made of it.
How worth it is the iPhone 16?
The iPhone 16 has been with us for a while now. And I’m talking about the iPhone 16 and not the iPhone 16 Pro, since there is only one “Pro” iPhone currently on sale. And anyone who needs an extra camera, screen, extra performance… this is pretty much the only viable option out there. However, Starting with iPhone 16 we have a really interesting lineupwith an iPhone 15, an iPhone 14 and an iPhone 13 at really attractive prices. But is it worth it to bet everything on the iPhone 16?
The new The A18 chip has spectacular performanceeven if this processor is primarily interested in compatibility with Apple Intelligence. Apple’s AI which will arrive next year in Spanish to correct texts, help us with a more intelligent Siri, create personalized emojis… If all this fascinates you and you like to “mess around”the iPhone 16 is made for you.
But let’s be honest, the iPhone 16 comes with a hefty price tag and, even though Apple Intelligence promises it, we won’t see it for months. And when he arrives, there will be a lot of people who don’t use it because they want an iPhone for something more basic. And they can even use other AI like ChatGPT to achieve similar results if they need to.
|
iPhone13 |
iPhone14 |
iPhone15 |
iPhone16 |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Screen |
6.1 inches |
6.1 inches |
6.1 inches |
6.1 inches |
|
maximum brightness |
800 nits |
800 nits |
1,000 nits |
1,000 nits |
|
Processor |
A15 chip |
A15 chip |
A16 chip |
chip A18 |
|
Apple Intelligence |
No |
No |
No |
Yeah |
|
Cameras |
12 MP wide angle Ultra wide angle 12 MP |
12 MP wide angle Ultra wide angle 12 MP |
48 MP wide angle Ultra wide angle 12 MP |
48 MP wide angle Ultra wide angle 12 MP |
|
Battery |
Until 7 p.m. |
Until 7 p.m. |
Until 8 p.m. |
|
|
Précio |
Official price from 609 dollars |
Official price from 739 dollars |
Official price from 859 dollars |
Official price from 959 dollars |
The alternative recommended by expert sellers
This is where it gets interesting. After speaking with several expert Apple resellers and sales advisors, There’s a clear winner and it won’t last longsince Apple liquidates its stocks. Indeed, we are talking about the iPhone 13. Yes, you read correctly, a model from three generations ago. Why iPhone 13? Simple:
- It continues to receive the latest updates, like iOS 18 and still has many years left, at least three or four more.
- Its performance remains more than competent for daily use. In fact, it has the same processor as the iPhone 14.
- Its price has dropped considerably, making it much more accessible. It costs less than 600 dollars.
Therefore, if you are looking for a cheap iPhone with good features today, the iPhone 13 is the best option. If you want anything above, go straight to the iPhone 15since the iPhone 14 was a minimal evolution and, in fact, the performance and durability over time will be identical to that of the iPhone 13.
Apple iPhone 13 (128 GB) – at midnight
*Some prices may have changed since the last review
However, Apple no longer officially sells the iPhone 13. You will continue to find it at official distributors such as K-tuin, Media Markt, Rosellimac, Intecat… Wherever there is stock. And it’s so attractively priced that it probably won’t last long. Apple wants to improve its devices with Apple Intelligence and that is why it is trying to concentrate all sales on the iPhone 16, an impressive device, but which, for somewhat tighter budgets or more basic needs, may not be completely suitable.
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