Better in most ways than its predecessor, but most improvements to the iPhone 13 Pro Max are marginal

Longer battery life, Macro mode is great, 120Hz display makes a difference

Most improvements marginal, Lens flare still a problem

Like a lot of recent SmartPhones this was one of a range of models. Having told you about one of the lower specification’s model I now get to test the top of the range model – the one they use in the TV ads – so what does this latest offering from Apple have to temp you away from your current...

The Apple iPhone 14 isn’t a huge upgrade on the iPhone 13, yet it still is a great phone with a top camera, good battery life and all the iOS benefits.

Clever safety features, Very good battery life, Reliable camera, Fun colours, You’ve got an ageing iPhone: If you’re on an iPhone 11 or older, then the changes here will make a notable difference.

Stuck on a 60Hz display, Minimal differences to the iPhone 13, You’ve got an iPhone 13: The changes from Apple’s previous phone aren’t enough to warrant an upgrade this year.

“The iPhone 14 isn't a huge upgrade compared to its predecessor. But with a great design, screen, performance, and cameras, that's far from a bad thing at all.”

Comfortable, high-end build, OLED screen looks fantastic, A15 chip performs great, Good camera upgrades, Dependable battery life, Helpful safety features

60Hz display, No telephoto camera, eSIM might be a pain for some

The iPhone 14 isn’t much of an upgrade over the iPhone 13, but it’s still a great device and an upgrade for anyone coming from the iPhone 11 or older.

Great camera, Good battery, Emergency features are cool, Still excellent performance

Display could use some upgrades

Apple has given select media outlets and YouTubers access to the new iPhone 14 ahead of when it begins arriving in customers' hands on Friday, September 16. There are two models of the ‌iPhone‌ 14, the standard 6.1-inch ‌iPhone‌ 14 and the larger 6.7-inch ‌iPhone‌ 14 Plus.

A giant, updated. Apple again positions the iPhone 13 Pro Max as the spear head with absolute top technology in 2021. Keywords are: a 120-Hz ProMotion display, improved cameras, a new Apple A15 chip, and optional 1 TB storage. We take a detailed look at the top model.

high-quality case, extreme amount of optional storage, fast WLAN, many 5G and 4G frequencies, accurate locating, very fast 120-Hz display, very high performance, long battery life

only 12 months of warranty, significant camera bulge, slight throttling under longer load, relatively mediocre charging speed, large notch

If you’re after the best iPhone Apple has ever made by a long way, then the iPhone 13 Pro Max is it - mostly down to having a genuinely long-lasting battery. You’ll need deep pockets, both literally and figuratively, to own this phone, as it’s big and rather expensive - but you’re getting a decent amount for your money. Some upgrades seem pretty minor - we struggled to get a lot from the new 120Hz ProMotion display and Cinematic mode will get quickly forgotten - but the low light camera is excellent, the power onboard outstrips any phone on the market for heavy tasks and it’s bound together by a cohesive user interface and app experience. If you want a big iPhone that you’ll enjoy for years, this is it.

Useful camera upgrades; Easily the best iPhone battery ever; Oodles of power;

120Hz screen is minimal upgrade; Cinematic mode is quite basic; Notch still too large

Apple's iPhone 13 Pro Max is the ultimate mobile content creation machine, with the best camera and longest battery life of any iPhone.

Excellent cameras, Super-long battery life, Gorgeous, butter-smooth screen

Big and heavy, Cameras aren't a major improvement over previous model

US$1,099 / AU$1,849 (base model) at Apple

The iPhone 13 Pro Max is the same exact great phone as the iPhone 13 Pro, only bigger. And more expensive. With the larger battery, this phone lasts a lot longer than any iPhone before.

Epic battery life; ProMotion finally on iPhone; Great camera system;

No USB-C; No always-on display; It's time for a selfie camera upgrade;