Apple iPhone 15 Plus
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Follow these steps to get started with your device
Get startedComplete the initial startup of your device
Note: These steps may vary depending on your device model. | |
| If you are moving from an old device to a new one, you can find steps on restoring content using the links below: To move data from Android, please see Move Data From Android. To restore from iCloud backup, please see Restore from iCloud Backup. To restore from Mac or PC, please see Restore from Mac or PC. To transfer data to a new device using Quick Start, please see Transfer data to a new device using Quick Start. | |
| 1. | From the welcome screen, swipe up from the bottom of the screen. |
| 2. | Tap your desired language. |
| 3. | Tap your country/region. |
| 4. | From this screen, you can set up your device using Quick Start. To do this, bring another device running iOS 11 or later nearby to sign in automatically. If you need help with this, please follow the Quick Start guide option at the beginning. Otherwise, if you'd like to skip this and set up your device manually, tap Set Up Without Another Device. |
| 5. | From this screen, you're able to connect your device to nearby Wi-Fi networks. Tap the network you'd like to connect to. |
| 6. | Enter the network password, then tap Join. |
| 7. | Read the data and privacy statement from Apple, then tap Continue. |
| 8. | On this screen, you can choose to set up Face ID on your device. Face ID uses your face as a security measure in place of a passcode or Apple ID password when making purchases or unlocking your device. Tap Continue and follow the on-screen instructions to register your face. Otherwise, tap Set Up Later. |
| 9. | On this screen, you can choose to set up a passcode. A passcode will be used when unlocking your phone or making purchases and is also required as a backup for Face ID. You can choose between creating a six-digit, four-digit, custom numeric, or custom alphanumeric code. Enter and re-enter your desired code, then jump to step 12. To skip this step, tap Passcode Options. |
| 10. | Tap Don't Use Passcode. |
| 11. | Tap Don't Use Passcode again. |
| 12. | Here, you have the option to restore data and content from a previous device and backup. If you're setting up your device from scratch, tap Don't Transfer Apps & Data. Otherwise, if you want to transfer apps and data, follow the transfer data options at the beginning. |
| 13. | To get the most out of your device, you should sign into your device using an Apple ID. This enables you to use iCloud functions and services such as Find My iPhone. Enter your Apple ID username and password, then tap Continue. |
| 14. | Read through the terms and conditions, then tap Agree. |
| 15. | Tap Continue. |
| 16. | On this screen, you'll be given the option to set up Siri. Siri is a virtual assistant that helps you find information and get things done by asking. If you'd like to set this up, tap Continue and follow the on-screen instructions to register your voice. For now, tap Set Up Later in Settings. |
| 17. | On this screen, you'll be given the option to share iPhone Analytics with Apple. Tap your desired preference. |
| 18. | On this screen, you'll be given the option to share data with app developers. Tap your desired preference. |
| 19. | Swipe up from the bottom of the screen to complete the initial startup. |
Top specifications
SIM type
Dual SIM
SIM 1: Physical nano-SIM card or eSIM
SIM 2: eSIM (eSIM is not yet available on all networks)
SIM 1: Physical nano-SIM card or eSIM
SIM 2: eSIM (eSIM is not yet available on all networks)
Internal device memory
128GB, 256GB
Device warranty
12 months
Battery
Removable battery
No
Fast charge
Yes - up to 50% charge in 35 minutes with a 20W adapter or higher
Power saving
Low Power Mode
Wireless charging
Yes - MagSafe and Qi
Body
Height (mm)
160.9
Width (mm)
77.8
Depth (mm)
7.80
Weight (g)
201
Water resistant
Yes - IP68 (maximum depth of 6 metres up to 30 minutes)
Dust resistant
Yes - IP68
SIM type
Dual SIM
SIM 1: Physical nano-SIM card or eSIM
SIM 2: eSIM (eSIM is not yet available on all networks)
SIM 1: Physical nano-SIM card or eSIM
SIM 2: eSIM (eSIM is not yet available on all networks)
Processor
GPU
5‑core
CPU speed
A16 Bionic chip with 16-core Neural Engine
Connectivity
Wi-Fi Direct
No
Personal hotspot
Yes
USB cable
Yes
USB type
Type-C
Bluetooth
Yes - 5.3
HDMI output
No
Near Field Communication (NFC)
Yes
Wi-Fi (WLAN)
Yes - 6
Display
Resolution
2796x1290
Pixels
460ppi
Multi-touch
Yes
Size (inches)
6.7
Brightness
1000 nits (typical)
Contrast ratio
2,000,000:1
Touch screen
Yes
Dynamic Island
Yes
Screen type
Super Retina XDR OLED
Messaging
Text messages
Yes
Multimedia messages
Yes
Email
Yes
IM
Yes
Network
VoLTE (4G calling in UK)
Yes
Wi-Fi and 4G Calling (VoLTE)
Yes
3G
Yes
4G
Yes
5G
Yes
Platform
Operating system
Apple iOS
Generic software version
iOS 17
Sensors
Barometer
Yes
Ambient light sensor
Yes
Gyroscope
Yes
Digital compass
Yes
Accelerometer
Yes
Proximity sensor
Yes
Memory
Device memory
128GB, 256GB
Card slot
No
Front camera
HD video recording
4K at 24fps, 25fps, 30fps or 60fps
1080p at 25fps, 30fps or 60fps
HDR video with Dolby Vision in up to 4K at 60fps
1080p at 25fps, 30fps or 60fps
HDR video with Dolby Vision in up to 4K at 60fps
Resolution (max MP)
12
No. of cameras
1
Slow motion
Yes - 1080p at 120fps
Additional features
Autofocus with Focus Pixels
Smart HDR 5
Burst mode
Cinematic mode video recording
Cinematic video stabilisation
Wide colour capture
Auto image stabilisation
Portrait lighting
Deep Fusion
Smart HDR 5
Burst mode
Cinematic mode video recording
Cinematic video stabilisation
Wide colour capture
Auto image stabilisation
Portrait lighting
Deep Fusion
Aperture
f/1.9
Selfie modes
Portrait mode with advanced bokeh and Depth Control
Animoji and Memoji
Night mode
Animoji and Memoji
Night mode
Camera
Secondary camera
Front-facing TrueDepth
No. of cameras
3
HD video recording
Yes
Primary camera
Dual rear-facing
Rear camera
No. of cameras
2
Resolution (max MP)
Main camera: 48
Ultra-Wide camera: 12
Ultra-Wide camera: 12
Aperture
Main camera: f/1.6
Ultra-Wide camera: f/2.4
Ultra-Wide camera: f/2.4
Flash
True Tone
Field of vision (FOV)
Ultra-Wide camera: 120 degrees
HD video recording
4K at 24fps, 25fps, 30fps or 60fps
1080p at 25fps, 30fps or 60fps
HDR with Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60fps
1080p at 25fps, 30fps or 60fps
HDR with Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60fps
Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Yes
Slow motion
1080p at 120fps or 240fps
Type
Main camera
Ultra-Wide camera
Ultra-Wide camera
Zoom
0.5x, 1x and 2x optical
Additional features
Portrait mode
Portrait lighting
Smart HDR 5
Wide colour capture
Auto image stabilisation
Night mode
Photographic styles
Deep Fusion
Cinematic mode for video recording (up to 4K HDR at 30fps)
Portrait lighting
Smart HDR 5
Wide colour capture
Auto image stabilisation
Night mode
Photographic styles
Deep Fusion
Cinematic mode for video recording (up to 4K HDR at 30fps)
Features
3.5mm headphone jack
No
Document viewer
Yes
GPS
Yes
A-GPS
Yes
Video calling
FaceTime HD
Loudspeaker
Yes
Music player
Yes
Voice recording
Yes
Web browser
Yes
FM radio
No
Face recognition
Face ID
Video player
Yes
Hearing aid compatible
Yes
Always On
No
Security
Facial recognition
Yes
Fingerprint sensor
No
Accessibility
Accessibility features
Voice control
VoiceOver
Zoom
Magnifier
RTT and Textphone support
Siri and Dictation
Type to Siri
Switch Control
Closed Captions
AssistiveTouch
Spoken Content
Back Tap
VoiceOver
Zoom
Magnifier
RTT and Textphone support
Siri and Dictation
Type to Siri
Switch Control
Closed Captions
AssistiveTouch
Spoken Content
Back Tap
Warranty
Device warranty
12 months
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