The Apple iPhone 14 starts at $799, and the new larger 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Plus starts at $899.

What happened now? The new iPhone 14 gets some of the yearly generational updates we’ve come to expect from Apple, but not all the bells and whistles that are reserved for the most expensive Pro models. However, given that the iPhone 14 may be the more mainstream and popular model that most people intend to buy, here’s what’s new and what did/didn’t make the choice for this year’s model.

Unlike the iPhone 14 Pro models, the standard iPhone 14 has not undergone major design changes. However, new to the lineup is the iPhone 14 Plus, a new standard model with a larger 6.7-inch display that Apple will offer alongside the standard 6.1-inch screen as last year’s model. The iPhone 14 series no longer offers a mini variant, but you no longer need to upgrade to Pro to get a phablet-sized screen and better battery life.

The iPhone 14 retains last year’s A15 Bionic chip, but Apple says the new thermal design should boost performance in some demanding tasks like gaming. In addition, this year’s phone represents the transition to eSIM, completely replacing traditional SIM cards. The switch can make your SIM data more secure in case your phone is lost or stolen. In addition, the eSIM card setup process does not require a Wi-Fi connection.

Apple’s event was dubbed “Far Out,” which the company intended as a teaser for the iPhone 14’s new ability to connect to satellite networks in emergencies. The ‌iPhone 14‌ contains hardware and software that can help users specify satellites to send messages to or indicate their location if they get lost. This service will be offered free of charge for two years after iPhone purchase, after which additional fees apply.

Another new safety feature is collision protection. The iPhone 14’s new accelerometers, gyroscope, and machine learning algorithms can detect sudden increases in gravitational force and then automatically contact emergency services.

iPhone 14 doesn’t have the new 48MP Pro camera, but its front camera has a new, wider f/1.9 aperture for sharper photos and greater depth of field. The new front camera will also support autofocus when taking photos and making video calls. In addition, the standard iPhone 14 gets an ƒ/1.8 ultra-wide-angle lens like the iPhone 13 Pro.

When recording video, the new iPhone 14 Action Mode adds improved stabilization. Videos taken while running or other intense movements should now look sharper.

Long-standing rumors have suggested that Apple is moving towards an iPhone that uses USB-C, but the company isn’t ready to make the switch just yet. Consequently, the iPhone 14 still uses the company’s proprietary Lightning cable. Users and government regulators have pressed Apple for changes, and next year’s model may finally comply.

The iPhone 14 will go on sale September 16, with pre-orders starting September 9 starting at $799. The iPhone 14 Plus will go on sale October 7th starting at $899. Apple will offer the iPhone 14 in five colors: red, white, black, blue and pink.

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