AppleiPhone 15 Pro Max deals

iPhone 15 Pro Max: Features and specs

• Titanium colours: Black, White, Blue, Natural
• 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display
• A17 Pro with six-core GPU
• 'Up to 25 hours' streaming video, 'up to 95 hours' playing audio
• 48MP main camera, 12MP Telephoto, 12MP Ultra Wide, 12MP front-facing
• 5x optical zoom, 25x digital zoom
• USB-C 3 charging with up to 10Gbps data transfer
• Capacity: 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
• Splash, water and dust resistant

iPhone 15 Pro Max: Availability and price

The iPhone 15 Pro Max was announced at Apple’s Wanderlust event in 2023 and has been available for purchase in-store and online since.

The iPhone 15 Pro Max costs start from £1,199, with the total price depending on the amount of storage capacity you opt for.

• 256GB = £1,199
• 512GB = £1,399
• 1TB = £1,599

You can keep an eye out for all the latest iPhone deals from the UK’s top networks on Uswitch.

What is the difference between the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the iPhone 14 Pro Max?

The biggest difference between the iPhone 15 Pro Max and the iPhone 14 Pro Max is the USB-C charging port, so you can finally get rid of your lightning cable and charge your phone with the same cable as most other recent devices from the last few years.

You'll also notice the design is quite different, as both iPhone 15 Pro models are now made of titanium, which is much lighter and more durable than previous iPhone Pro models.

Finally, taking zoomed-in photos is a huge upgrade with the latest Pro Max. Its new camera system allows for a 5x optical zoom, which means you shouldn't see any loss of quality even after zooming in 5x. This is different to digital zoom, which can go further but will become much more pixelated the more you zoom in.

While Apple itself will discontinue selling all its previous Pro models, you can find a great iPhone 14 Pro Max deal here on Uswitch if you want a top-end phone at a slightly lower price.

Learn more about which mobile phone you should choose with our dedicated guide.

Uswitch expert comments on the iPhone 15 Pro Max release

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“After years of industry pressure, Apple has finally relented and adopted the universal USB-C charging port.

"While this move is well overdue, it is still a big step change in charging ease and will offer consumers more flexibility. This extends to all new Apple products, including AirPods."

“From Pay Monthly plans with loads of great perks, to cost effective SIM only plans, and super flexible leasing options, there is a wide range of ways to enjoy the latest Apple tech without overpaying.”

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How to compare our best iPhone 15 Pro Max contract deals

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is the largest and most powerful handset launched in the iPhone 15 range, and as such, it’s the most expensive iPhone on the market. This makes it more important than ever to make sure you shop around and compare to get the best iPhone Pro Max contract deal.

Other factors to consider are the amount of storage you need and the amount of mobile data you use each month. If you take a lot of photos and always find yourself running out of storage, you would benefit from getting an iPhone 15 Pro Max with more internal storage. This would, in turn, drive up the cost of the handset.

iPhone 15 Pro Max contract options

As the handset will be the biggest cost of your contract, you should consider how much you’re willing and able to pay in upfront costs.

The more you pay upfront – as opposed to low or no upfront cost contracts – the lower your monthly payments will be. This can help to reduce the cost of your contract over time significantly.

The amount of mobile data you get will also increase the monthly cost of your iPhone 15 Pro Max contract deal. Make sure you get enough so you do not need to top up or pay extra, but if you’ve never run out of data before, you might be paying for more than you need.

Use our mobile data calculator to find the right amount of data allowance for your needs.

Can I get an iPhone 15 Pro Max with no upfront cost?

You can get an iPhone 15 Pro Max with no upfront cost from providers like Sky Mobile and Tesco Mobile.

Just remember that the less you pay upfront, the higher your monthly payments will be. And with a top-end handset like the iPhone 15 Pro Max, that could mean monthly prices from at least £43 a month (an this is with 5GB of data per month or less).

Can I get the iPhone 15 Pro Max with unlimited data?

There are iPhone 15 Pro Max deals with unlimited data available from several major UK networks such as iD Mobile, Vodafone and O2. While unlimited data is helpful in that you don't need to worry about ever going over your limit, it does make your upfront or monthly fee higher.

It's worth checking your previous months to see how much data you tend to use and choosing a plan that suits. Set data plans will tend to be cheaper and could save you a lot over the length of your contract.

Note: If your contract includes free roaming, there are often still data caps even if you have unlimited data at home.

What's the cheapest way to get the iPhone 15 Pro Max?

The cheapest way to get the iPhone 15 Pro Max on contract is to pay a chunk of the cost upfront if you can.

Anything from £250 and up will tend to give you a better monthly deal from providers and make the total cost of your contract lower over time. If you have an existing phone you can trade in when you purchase it, you could save even more by cutting a significant portion off the upfront price.

How good is the iPhone 15 Pro Max display?

The iPhone 15 Pro Max has the largest display of all the iPhone 15 models. It has Apple's trademark Super Retina XDR resolution and, like last year, boasts an 'Always On' display that makes it easier to check certain information at night or while you're working, without getting too distracted.

However, this means it's not a huge upgrade upon last year's iPhone 14 Pro Max. So if the display is a key part of deciding your next phone, you could get away with a slightly older model.

How good is the iPhone 15 Pro Max camera and video?

The 15 Pro Max's camera is better than all other iPhone 15 models, and therefore it's the best camera yet to be seen in an iPhone.

Not only does it have 5x optical zoom thanks to being a bigger phone with bigger lenses, but on the video front it has a new an improved stabilisation engine too. This means recording video while walking or running will look ultra smooth, almost as if you're using pro camera equipment to keep it steady.

How good is the iPhone 15 Pro Max for battery life?

Apple says the iPhone 15 Pro Max can last 'up to 29 hours' playing video, or up to 25 hours streaming video. This extends up to 95 hours for playing audio. So it will certainly last a much longer time compared to older iPhone models.

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Author: Max Beckett Last updated: 2 September 2024