Top 4 iPhones to buy in 2024

The iPhone 16 lineup will launch this fall, adding exciting new features to Apple's device range. The upgrades will include enhancements to the processor, software, and even the camera module on the Pro model.

For those considering a new iPhone, the upcoming release is a good reason to wait. However, if you need a phone now, several older-generation iPhones are still worth considering.

Best iPhone buys for 2024

1. iPhone 15 Pro Max

1. Screen size: 6.7-inch OLED (2796 x 1290; 120Hz)
2. Processor: A17 Pro
3. Cameras: 48MP main, 12MP ultrawide, 12MP telephoto with 5x zoom
4. RAM/Storage: 8GB/256GB, 512GB, 1TB

The iPhone 15 Pro Max is currently Apple's most desirable handheld device. It incorporates the latest innovations, providing an immersive and seamless experience. The device boasts a 6.7-inch display, the latest A17 chipset, and a 12-megapixel telephoto lens with 5x zoom. Additionally, it features a sizeable battery and an Action button that can be programmed for different tasks.

2. iPhone 15

1. Screen size: 6.1-inch OLED (2556 x 1179)
2. Processor: A16 Bionic
3. Cameras: 48MP (f/1.6) main, 12MP (f/2.4) ultrawide / 12MP front (f/1.9)
4. RAM/Storage: 6GB/128GB, 256GB, 512GB

The iPhone 15 is also a solid choice, although it lacks the telephoto lens and A17 chipset of the Pro Max. However, the A16 chipset, improved GPU, and enhanced camera hardware and software make it a strong contender. The primary lens features bigger pixels and runs on Apple’s enhanced photonic engine, improving low-light performance. It also has an Action mode for capturing more stable footage.

3. iPhone 15 Plus

1. Screen size: 6.7-inch OLED (2796 x 1290)
2. Processor: A16 Bionic
3. Cameras: 48MP (f/1.6) main, 12MP (f/2.4) ultrawide / 12MP front (f/1.9)
4. RAM/Storage: 6GB/128GB, 256GB, 512GB

The iPhone 15 Plus, while slightly less advanced, features a 6.7-inch OLED display that is sure to impress. Its camera setup is particularly strong in low-light conditions, thanks to Apple’s Photonic Engine. Although it has superb battery life and supports USB-C charging, it suffers from slow charging speeds.

4. iPhone 15 Pro

1. Screen size: 6.1-inch OLED (2556 x 1179; 120Hz)
2. Processor: A17 Pro
3. Cameras: 48MP (f/1.78) main, 12MP (f/2.2) ultrawide, 12MP (f/2.8) telephoto with 3x optical zoom, LIDAR / 12MP front (f/1.9)
4. RAM/Storage: 8GB/128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB

The iPhone 15 Pro, despite its modest battery life and 6.1-inch display, offers a lot. It runs on the A17 chipset, supports Apple Intelligence, and features a 144Hz display, USB-C charging, and an improved camera setup. All of this is housed in a sturdy titanium frame, making it a solid purchase.