Apple iPhone 14 Pro
Announced September 7, 2022
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Reviewer Consensus
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The iPhone 14 Pro is a capable, pocketable device that introduces a high-resolution 48MP camera and the versatile Dynamic Island interface. Although it represents an iterative update rather than a revolutionary leap, it remains a powerful tool for photography and daily use.
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Pros
- Versatile, high-quality camera system with 48MP sensor and industry-leading video stabilization
- Bright, high-contrast display with smooth 120Hz ProMotion technology
- Dynamic Island interface provides a unique, interactive way to manage background activities
- Powerful A16 Bionic processor ensures fast, consistent performance
- Premium build quality with durable materials and reliable software support
Cons
- Heavy, bulky design with a protruding camera bump that collects dust
- Battery life concerns and potential drain from the always-on display
- Continued reliance on the dated Lightning connector and slow charging speeds
- Aggressive image processing and sharpening in default photo modes
- Iterative hardware updates that feel minimal compared to previous generations
- Launch price $999 (USD)
- Main camera 48MP f/1.48 + 48MP Ultrawide + 48MP 4x Telephoto
- Video 4K 120p
- Display 6.3-inch / 6.9-inch OLED 120Hz
- Chipset Apple A16 Bionic 6GB
Expert Reviews
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- PetaPixel 9/10
But the camera is so much better that it actually shocked me, as I am not used to seeing this kind of leap in performance from one generation of Apple smartphone to the next.
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So yeah, I'd say the new lock screen, the haptic keyboard, all this stuff—I did a video on all the new features, you can check that out—but yeah, this is a really good phone.
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It's a very impressive phone and there are a lot of little details that I found that I want to share with you guys, so let's start off with the screens.
- WIRED 7/10
These are expensive and great handsets, but the upgrades are not dramatic.
- Android Authority 9/10
If you can afford the plane ticket, life on Apple’s private island is nothing short of amazing, but there are other destinations you might want to consider before booking your flight.
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[T]he iPhone doesn't appeal to the part of me that wants to be reminded that he's living in the future; it appeals to the part of me that sees a phone as a tool for getting things done.
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The iPhone 14 Pro is a fantastic phone that can hold its own in 2023, even if it’s not necessarily a huge upgrade from the iPhone 13 Pro.
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The iPhone 14 Pro is a serious, pocketable powerhouse. Yes, it's thick, but its relatively compact footprint and ample camera and power mix make it an enticing option, especially for photographers.
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The iPhone 14 Pro may not carry quite the same level of cachet as the Pro Max model, but don't let that fool you into thinking it's any less capable. Other than battery life, Apple's 14 Pro does everything the larger Max does with equal prowess.
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The iPhone 14 Pro is the sweet spot for the best of Apple’s iPhone technology. This 6.1-inch device isn’t too big, and its front has been transformed with the new Dynamic Island and an excellent always-on display.
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All in all, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro is a top end device that holds its own against the more recently released premium Android handsets and sees improvements across the board when compared to Apple's previous iPhone generations.
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Buy with confidence, and enjoy the very best smartphone ownership experience you can have.
- CNET 9.2/10
The iPhone 14 Pro and the Dynamic Island are an excellent example of Apple packaging a powerful tool into an enjoyable interface.
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It’s a home run, and deserves all the attention it’s getting.
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So yeah, the iPhone 14 Pro actually feels new. We have that always on display, the dynamic island, big changes to camera and camera modes, and iOS 16 bringing lock screen widgets and more.
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Well, it feels like an iPhone 13S in comparison, an iterative upgrade.
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It seems Apple has addressed many of the omissions from the past generations, and we have the best iPhone ever.
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Now, if you're still undecided about the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, I think it makes sense to wait for the new model that's coming out in late September.
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There you go, the new purple kit on the block for 2022, of course available in less out there colors for those who prefer it. And it's a good phone and it's a good experience.
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Depending on your needs, the iPhone 14 Pro is still one of the best phones out there, but it’s a far more qualified recommendation.
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And so at the end of the day, I love my 14 Pro Max. I would recommend it to anyone that asks me whether they should buy it or not, and honestly if you're coming from an 11 or older, yes, upgrade, get the Pro Max in my opinion.
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I think the new cameras deserve a lot of credit.
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The display is excellent and the cameras are powerful and easy to use, so there's no doubt you're getting a stunning phone if you get the Apple iPhone 14 Pro, but in the end it's those little unexpected things I found myself using it for more.
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In many ways, this makes it the very epitome of an iterative Apple iPhone release. It’s boring, yes, and expensive of course but the iPhone 14 Pro is, inevitably, the best iPhone Apple has released so far.
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All in all, it's an evolutionary phone, not a revolutionary one.
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With a starting price of $999, the iPhone 14 Pro’s 120-hertz screen, 48-megapixel camera, and higher peak brightness offers serious value that’s a major step up from the base iPhone 14 and even last year’s 13 Pro lineup.
- How-To Geek 9/10
The Apple iPhone 14 Pro: one of the best smartphones on the market right now, but not quite different enough from the 13 Pro that I'd recommend an upgrade from the previous generation.
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I I just didn't expect to be as impressed with this iPhone as I was this year.
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When it comes to the battery life and recording video, the Apple iPhone 14 Pro Max is absolutely up there with the very best out there right now.
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We can't say the iPhone 14 Pro is best in class but it is most definitely the best smartphone Apple has produced to date.
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[I]f you care a lot about the camera or you care a lot about the dynamic island or the display itself I would definitely upgrade.
- Pokde.Net 8.6/10
I still have a love-hate relationship with the iPhone especially when I have to go through a longer route to get simple things done like quickly dialing in somebody, or transferring files across my environment.
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I think they're great phones, the iPhone 14 Pro Max and the iPhone 14 Pro, but I think overall this is the smallest update I've seen on an iPhone in years.
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Yes, at the end of the day, I still do recommend getting the iPhone 14 Pro.
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The iPhone 14 Pro is the best phone Apple currently makes, and it shows. The camera system is great for casual use, but if you do tap into all the ProRAW capabilities of its 48 MP, it seems this phone could satisfy photographers long into the future.
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If it’s time for you to upgrade your iPhone, you will be happy with the iPhone 14 Pro.
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[A]s a whole, I feel like the iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max were somehow both overhyped and underrated at the same time, if that makes sense.
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Those of you with an iPhone 13 Pro, and I was one of those people, probably not worth the upgrade. But if you have an SE 3, 11 Pro, or older, if you've got the money lying around, it's definitely a big upgrade and I would recommend doing it.
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The camera especially is what I upgrade for, like I said, and I'm looking forward to taking more pictures with it because the pictures that comes out of this thing is just incredible.
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All in all, the 14 Pro has held up really well and consistently over the past year, and if you buy one today you get a quality smartphone that will still last for many years to come.
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I feel like this year the iPhone 14 Pro didn't really get much better at the things that iPhones are typically good at, such as battery efficiency, speed, and video quality.
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It just feels like a premium iPhone with a nice purple color option, Deep Purple, have you, and it doesn't stand out to me as like super exciting.
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[I] highly recommend it.
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Well I would say that it's a good phone but there are definitely better options, and by better options the iPhone 13 Pro.
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Regardless of my seemingly harsh criticisms, the iPhone 14 pro remains one of the best smartphones you can buy for the money.
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The iPhone 14 Pro in 2026 is not outdated. It’s just the last great iPhone before the AI shift began.
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[I]t's a hugely capable device that can deliver for almost any user.
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I'm keeping this phone with all its pros and cons. It's a great device, still somewhat raw, but with a great potential.
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The Apple iPhone 14 Pro feels cohesive, every lens feels perfect, and all feels like kind of you're getting the same quality regardless of which lens you actually shoot with, and I absolutely love that.
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[M]ost people do not realize that it is still an incredible phone, and the main reason has nothing to do with this phone itself; it is still the ecosystem, app support, and the software that makes iPhone stand out, and it is true here as well.
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