World loved iPhone maker, Apple keeps breaking limits in the world of technology with their high tech brand products. From the very first iPhone 1 that shook the world, the company hasn’t relented and keeps releasing higher versions and models of previous one. With the recently released iPhone 13, people thought apple wouldn’t have any other different modifications to their of iPhone products, but Apple only proved them wrong. The technological brand released its very own iPhone 14 much to the amazement of its customers.
To the world, having a phone that combines the features of a computer, iPod, digital camera and cell phone is the best thing. But Apple has shown us that they can do more especially with the latest release of iPhone 14. The latest generation of iPhone comes in four forms; iPhone 14, iPhone 14 plus, iPhone 14 pro and iPhone 14 pro max.
The new model brings modest improvements that are really appreciated. It combines hardware and software features to improve quality of pictures during nighttime and period of poor lightning conditions. With an iPhone 14 you can get a 5G support, storage of up to 128GB, new video shooting options like action mode and cinematic mode, a more perfect selfie with night mode and the photonic engine processing, faster GPU, satellite calling connectivity and crash detection. Another very welcomed improvement is that iPhone 14 is way more repairable than previous model.
On September 7, 2022, Apple announced the iPhone 14 to the world and released the device as well as some of its variants on September 16, 2022. The iPhone 14 Plus, however was released on October 7, 2022.
iPhone 14 Features and Specifications
| iPhone 14 Variants | iPhone 14 | iPhone 14 Plus | iPhone 14 Pro | iPhone 14 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.78 × 2.81 × 0.31 inches | 6.33 × 3.07 × 0.31 | 5.81 × 2.81 × 0.31 inches | 6.33 × 3.05 × 0.31 inches |
| Size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Processor/chipset | Apple A15 bionic w/5-core GPU | Apple A15 bionic w/5-core GPU | Apple A16 bionic hexacore | Apple A16 bionic hexacore |
| Build | Gorilla glass front and back with aluminum frame | Gorilla glass front and back with aluminum steel frame | Gorilla glass front and back with stainless steel frame | Gorilla glass front and back with stainless steel frame |
| Sim | Dual Sim (Nano and e-sim compatible) | Dual Sim (Nano and e-sim compatible) | Dual Sim (Nano and e-sim compatible) | Dual Sim (Nano and e-sim compatible) |
| Storage/ memory | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256 GB 6GB RAM, 512 GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256 GB 6GB RAM, 512 GB 6GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256 GB 6GB RAM, 512 GB 6GB RAM, 1024 GB 6GB | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256 GB 6GB RAM, 512 GB 6GB RAM, 1024 GB 6GB |
| Protection | Scratch resistant with ceramic glass and oleophobic coating. Water and dust resistant (6meters for up to 30 min) | Scratch resistant with ceramic glass and oleophobic coatingWater and dust resistant (6meters for up to 30 min) | Scratch resistant with ceramic glass and oleophobic coatingWater and dust resistant (6meters for up to 30 min) | Scratch resistant with ceramic glass and oleophobic coatingWater and dust resistant (6meters for up to 30 min) |
| Camera | Dual main camera, led dual-tone flash, HDR. 12 MP, f/1.5, 26 mm ultra wide dual pixel PDAF, sensor shift OISSelfie camera: 12 MP, f/1.9, 23 mm wide. HDR, cinematic mode | Dual main camera, led dual-tone flash, HDR. 12 MP, f/1.5, 26 mm ultra wide dual pixel PDAF sensor shift OISSelfie camera: 12 MP, f/1.9 23 mm wide. HDR, cinematic mode | Dual main camera, led dual-tone flash, HDR. 12 MP, f/1.5, 26 mm ultra wide: 12 MP 13 mm, f/2.22x Telephoto mode: 12 MP, 48 mm, f/1.783x Telephoto: 1 MP 77mm, f/2.8 | Dual main camera, led dual-tone flash, HDR. 48MP, f/1.78, 24 mm ultra wide: 12 MP 13 mm, f/2.22x Telephoto mode: 12 MP, 48 mm, f/1.783x Telephoto: 1 MP 77mm, f/2.8 |
| Colour | Midnight, purple, starlight, blue, red | Midnight, purple, starlight, blue, red | Space black, silver, gold, deep purple | Space black, silver, gold, deep purple |
| Battery | Li-Ion 3279 mAh, non-removable fast charging with 20 W wired, 15W magsafe | Li-Ion 4325 mAh non removable fast charging with 20W wired, 15W magsafe | 3200 mAh, non-removable fast charging with 20W wired, 15W magsafe | 4323 mAh, non-removable fast charging with 20W wired, 15W magsage |
| Network technology | 5G | 5G | 5G | 5G |
iPhone 14 Price in Nigeria
The base iPhone 14 has a starting price of ₦795,000 in Nigeria for the 128GB storage while the 256GB storage variant costs around ₦850,000 in Nigeria. The price is expected to go up, no thanks to the strength of the Naira against the USD. The base iPhone 14 is only available in the 128GB and 256GB storage.
iPhone 14 Pro Price in Nigeria
The iPhone 14 Pro has a starting price of ₦1,175,000 (or ₦1.175 million) in Nigeria for the 128GB storage while the 256GB storage variant costs around ₦1,230,000 (or ₦1.230 million) in Nigeria. The 512GB variant of the iPhone 14 costs about ₦1,470,000 (or ₦1.470 million) while the iPhone 14 Pro 1024GB or 1TB variant starts around ₦1,540,000 (or ₦1.540 million).
iPhone 14 Pro Max Price in Nigeria
The iPhone 14 Pro Max has a starting price of ₦1,300,000 (or ₦1.3 million) in Nigeria for the 128GB storage while the iPhone 14 Pro Max 256GB variant costs around ₦1,470,000 (or ₦1.470 million) in Nigeria. The 512GB variant of the iPhone 14 Pro Max costs about ₦1,640,000 (or ₦1.640 million) while the iPhone 14 Pro Max 1024GB or 1TB variant starts around ₦1,880,000 (or ₦1.880 million).
Features of the iPhone 14
Although the iPhone 14 is built on the model of the iPhone 13, such as the latter’s flat edge, glass back to enable wireless charging and the aluminum enclosure, there is still a lot of distinguishing features that places it above the previous model. Among the features are:
- Super Retina XDR OLED displays
- 1200 nits peak brightness
- True tone support to match the white balance of the display and lightning of a room
- Durable ceramic shield to protect against bumps and drops
- Photonic engine that improves low light photography in all its cameras
- Action mode that creates smooth looking video with better image stabilization, adjust significant shakes, motion and vibrations
- Crash detection feature that can automatically contact emergency services during accidents or unexpected events
- Emergency SOS via satellite to connect directly to satellites for communication during emergency services.
iPhone 14 Display and Battery
All iPhone models have all-day batteries, but the iPhone 14 Plus has the best battery life of any iPhone with a larger display. The iPhone Pro models, which provide a Dynamic Island and an always-on display, are responsible for the biggest display advancements. The dynamic island will grow if you receive a notification. Every alert has a separate animation for various alerts and apps.
With brightness levels that are twice as high as those of the iPhone 13 models, the new display on the Pro models can also get brighter than ever.
Camera Features
The main camera on the iPhone 14 and its variants has a 12 megapixel resolution, a bigger sensor, and a quicker aperture. Better motion freezing is provided by the quicker aperture. The front camera is auto-focused. Even in low light, the new front camera can focus more quickly.
Multiple frames can be combined into a single image via deep fusion. The Photonic Engine’s most recent method enables enhanced imaging, which is intended to enhance the details and colors of low-light photographs.
Even better, the iPhone Pro models come with a 48 megapixel camera. With every photo, the new A16 chip enables significantly more pixels and detail, enabling incredibly high resolution.
Emergency Features
The iPhone 14 comes with gyroscope-based crash detection. The new Apple Watch Series 8 also has a similar capability. Emergency SOS via satellite, which enables you to send emergency messages, is one of the additional safety features.
Connectivity
You can effortlessly switch plans between phones thanks to eSim. This is intended to speed up the iPhone activation procedure. As a result, all SIM card trays on American iPhone models can now be removed.
iPhone 14 Storage
The iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus storage are only available in 128GB, 256GB and 512GB as opposed to previous iPhone versions that have 32GB and 64GB of storage, according to official information on the Apple website. The iPhone 14 Pro and the Max variants however are available in 128GB, 256GB, 512GB and 1TB storages.