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This article deeply analyzes the 6 major topics that you must know about the entire iPhone 14 series, and understands the operating principles and representative meanings behind them. (Bloomberg)
Apple’s iPhone 14 series went on sale in Taiwan last Friday, and many fruit fans have already bought new phones first. Only the iPhone 14 Plus will not be sold until October. This year, due to the enlarged specifications, the popularity of the iPhone 14 Pro series has greatly surpassed the basic version. This article deeply analyzes the 6 major topics that you must know about the entire iPhone 14 series, understands the operating principle behind it and its meaning, and it is not difficult to promote a more professional “Pro-level fruit powder”.
One watch to understand the four models of iPhone 14 (Reporter Wu Peihua / Watchmaking)
➤ The dynamic island that took 5 years to evolve is a small screen with real-time interactive deformation.
It took Apple 5 years to finally be willing to change the bangs and create a new dynamic island screen in the iPhone 14 Pro series. (Photo/Apple)
Apple’s bangs have been disliked for 5 years. This year, not only was it finally willing to change it, but it also brought an unexpected “dynamic island” screen, redefining the hole-digging design brought by Android phones, paving the way for the full-screen iPhone.
In order to realize the dynamic island, Apple only kept the necessary depth-sensing camera module and front lens in the digging hole, and the original depth-sensing camera module was 31% smaller than in the past, allowing the top to move out more usable space. The OLED screen is also useful. Through the system, the block between the two holes of the screen is not illuminated, and the software UI is optimized to make people ignore the existence of digging holes.
The dynamic island can be imagined as a small virtual screen, which becomes a pop-up interface for various notifications, prompts and activity content. With different usage states, there will be different display changes, and it will become a notification for incoming calls, music playback, Apple map navigation, etc. The interactive interface, while extending the App application, is overall interesting and practical. We look forward to more creative ways of playing third-party App in the future.
However, the dynamic island function is only available in the iPhone 14 Pro series. In addition, “Always Display” is also a unique feature of the iPhone 14 Pro series. The adaptive screen update rate can be changed from 1Hz to 120Hz, which can be used with the lock screen of iOS 16.
The iPhone 14 Pro series has an always-on display function that can be used with the lock screen. (Photo/Apple)
➤Lightning will go into history? It may switch to USB-C or no socket next year.
Due to the new EU regulations, this year’s iPhone 14 series may be the last generation to use Lightning connectors. (Photo/Bloomberg)
Apple’s Lightning connector has a history of 10 years. It has been criticized for a long time because the transmission speed is still in the old era. The new EU decree stipulates that before the fall of 2024, the wired charging of mobile phones must be unified with USB-C specifications. This year’s iPhone 14 series may be the last generation to adopt Lightning, and next year’s iPhone 15 series is expected to be converted to USB-C.
There are still many rumors at this stage. After all, Apple has made a lot of royalties by relying on Lightning, and it may not be so easy to compromise. It is not ruled out that it will only be remodeled in some countries, or it will simply jump to the generation without sockets; these will be available next year. Answered.
➤Car crash detection is also available on Pixel phones, but Apple is stronger!
All four models of the iPhone 14 series support car accident detection through high-g-value accelerometers, high dynamic range gyroscopes, barometers, and microphones. (Photo/Apple)
All four models of the iPhone 14 series support car accident detection. The brand appeal is a major highlight of this generation. In fact, Google’s Pixel phones have already had this feature and are also open to the Taiwan market. However, it is undeniable that the design of the iPhone 14 series is more advanced Precision, in addition to emphasizing laboratory crash tests and real car accident data research, is more important to operate through the four aspects of vehicle speed, interior air pressure, sudden changes in the direction of travel, and huge impact sounds.
A new high-g accelerometer can detect sharp accelerations or decelerations of up to 256g, a high dynamic range gyroscope is used to detect sharp changes in the direction of the vehicle, and a barometer can detect the impact of an airbag deployment The pressure changes, and the loud sound is recognized by the microphone.
Not only the iPhone 14 series, but also the new Apple Watch has added car accident detection. Apple believes that when a car accident occurs, the mobile phone may be knocked out, and the watch is closer to the user. Through the seamless combination of the two, emergency rescue can have a stronger effect.
➤Upgrade the 48-megapixel main camera, if you have professional needs, don’t buy a small capacity.
The iPhone 14 Pro series has upgraded the 48-megapixel main camera for the first time. (Photo/Apple)
This year, the iPhone 14 Pro series is replaced with a new 48-megapixel sensor, which is the first pixel increase since the iPhone 6s. It has been maintained at 12 million pixels in the past. This sensor is also 65% larger than the previous generation. more delicate.
The 48 million pixels adopts the common four-in-one technology, which is equal to the area of each pixel is 2.44 microns, which has better shooting performance under low light sources. In addition, it also adds a real lossless 2x zoom, providing a 48mm focal length , with more elastic focal length changes.
What you need to know is that you usually get a 12-megapixel photo. If you want to take a 48-megapixel photo, you must use the Apple ProRAW format. Because of the high-resolution, ProRAW photos are about 3 times larger than in the past. For those who need professional photography, it is recommended to buy a large-capacity version, or seek other storage methods, such as increasing iCloud + cloud space.
In addition, the iPhone 14 Pro series only supports 4K 30 fps ProRes recording on the 256GB version or above.
Relying on the 48-megapixel main camera, the iPhone 14 Pro series can have 2x lossless zoom. (Photo/Apple)
➤Apple has launched eSIM to prepare for no contact hole.
Apple has launched a total of four models in the iPhone 14 series this year, of which the iPhone 14 Pro series has the most complete specifications and functions. (Photo/Apple)
Apple, which has always been good at subverting user habits, boldly challenged to remove the physical SIM card slot this year. The world is the first to implement it in the United States. Taiwan’s iPhone 14 series still maintains eSIM + physical SIM card, but there is no doubt that this will be the driving trend of Apple in the future. , and gradually move towards the jackless iPhone.
Although eSIM has many advantages, for example, there is no need to worry about the risk of losing the physical SIM card, and the mobile phone can also store multiple sets of eSIM, which is convenient for switching. But the eSIM is tied to the mobile phone. When there is a temporary need to replace the mobile phone, you cannot directly pull out the SIM card as in the traditional way, or when the mobile phone is reset due to maintenance, the eSIM settings will also disappear. Taiwanese consumers who are not used to eSIM should not worry too much. According to the current situation, the iPhone should not be fully eSIM so fast.
➤ Satellite SOS emergency assistance, the Taiwan version can also be used.
All four iPhone 14 series have satellite SOS emergency service, which can be used for help in places without WiFi or mobile network. When the satellite SOS of the iPhone 14 series is activated, the mobile phone will give guidance to point to the correct satellite direction. (Photo/Apple)
Regardless of the iPhone 14 model, it has Apple’s new satellite SOS emergency service, which can send distress messages by connecting the phone to the satellite in places where there is no WiFi or mobile network.
Because the satellite is mobile, Apple has pre-loaded key questions in the phone to assess the distress situation, and will guide the rescuer to point the phone to the correct location to connect to the satellite, and immediately send a message to the rescuer after connecting to the satellite. Apple compresses the algorithm to make the text message 3 times smaller. Outdoors where you can see a clear sky is the most ideal sending environment. Send a message in as fast as 15 seconds. If you encounter obstacles, such as big trees, it may take several minutes.
The service is expected to be launched first in the United States and Canada in November. The iPhone 14 series purchased in Taiwan can also be used in the United States and Canada. In fact, only the iPhone 14 series in China, Hong Kong, and Macau are not supported in the world. As for when Taiwan will really hit the road, it depends on the development of the government, the telecom industry and how to negotiate cooperation with Apple.
Apple also provides 2 years of satellite SOS free service for the iPhone 14 series, mainly focusing on “soft power” to increase the stickiness of fruit powder, and further layout of satellite communication and networking. Naturally, it is impossible to be free all the time. Fees after publication.
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