hey since you went from the 15 pro to the 16, did the difference in screen refresh rate bother you? im looking to upgrade from the 13 pro to the 16 series would you recommend i get the 16 or 16 pro?
Did you previously have a pro or another brand? If you did have a pro before, what made you choose the basic version this time around? Genuinely curious.
@@JonAdamsTechYou're right, but objectively speaking 120hz feels better than 60hz. The big problem is that for $800 they don't want to give me a feature that my mom's $200 phone does have.
Coming from the iPhone 13 Mini (same footprint as my iPhone 7), and seriously considering upgrading to this. The only reason why I might go the Pro route is if a new iPad Mini doesn’t arrive before the New Year. Thanks for the content.
I upgraded my 13 mini to the 16 and so far I love it. For how slim the 16 is its feel great to the hand. The battery life is awesome! Go to the store and feel it out yourself. Especially if they have a promotion at your service provider. They credited me the full amount of my 16 256mg for my 13 mini trade in so technically my 16 is free.
@@808Affliction I’ve got a SIM only deal, so have to buy the phone. My last 2 were mint condition renewed (had a nightmare with Amazon, but then found a local store I really rate). This one’s going to be new.
I love my IPhone 16, 256mb, black. I upgraded from a 13 mini and it’s a night and day. I do miss the the size of the mini but the battery life on my 16 is wayyyyyyyy better for me now. I have been using only a pocket socket MagSafe wallet for a couple days and I loved the size without a case but now I have a quad lock case and it’s bulkier but I know it’s protected. Just gotta get used to the bulky feel.
Still using 12 mini here. 12 mini is still super smooth. battery health is at 82% but it only lasts a day only on standby, half a day if used lightly, a few hours if I keep streaming RUclips 😅
I just got the 15 Pro for $100 less than the 16, and I’m pretty happy with it! I’m no pro user, but the battery and the screen are good for daily use. Plus, it will still get the Apple intelligence whenever it releases. The tricky part was finding one because Apple took it off the market 😂
@@Ricardo_De_Abreu is battery life really good in pro model After this iOS 18 update though.. I'm really confused about getting pro or pro max, I just need one day of battery life though. I just need one day battery life
@@drishyarijal6877 I’d say the regular Pro has a solid battery for the average user. However, I would keep in mind that streaming media, screen brightness, video recording and photos take a toll on the battery performance. If any of these are a priority for you, I would suggest going with the Pro Max if you don’t mind how big the phone is. Otherwise, you can’t go wrong with the regular 15 Pro 🙌
As someone who has the pixel 8 and it has 120 as a option...I went and went back to the 60. While it's slower. I do appreciate the extra battery life. I do wish it had 90. But I would take the 60 over 120.
I normally buy a Pro but this year got the base 16 model. For most people the extra money can’t be justified, and those that think it can may be kidding themselves.
Re: the camera button. You might have found this by now, but from another video I saw it can be configured to require a double tap to launch the camera. That might help your problem.
@@JonAdamsTech Actually, I already have a 15 PM in natural and the new shutter button on the 16 is a real pain, at least when I played with it in the store. (Cost is not an issue because 80% is covered by my work so I usually get a new phone every year.)
Hello, i currently have a Galaxy z flip 4, and im not sure if I should get the iPhone 16 or 15 Pro? I dont care about the refresh rate, but i do like to take RAW photos and then them. However, with the new photographic styles, i will not need to take RAW photos. I would like the pro but i also would like the newest phone.
The standard 16s should AT LEAST have the same pro motion as the 13 pro models, 120 hertz with no AOD. 60 hertz in 2024 is criminal. Typical Apple cash grab move to push people to go pro and pay more.
Let me know your thoughts on the 16!
hey since you went from the 15 pro to the 16, did the difference in screen refresh rate bother you?
im looking to upgrade from the 13 pro to the 16 series would you recommend i get the 16 or 16 pro?
I opted for the 16 plus this year instead of a pro and I’m obsessed and I love it
Nice! What color did you get?
Did you previously have a pro or another brand? If you did have a pro before, what made you choose the basic version this time around? Genuinely curious.
I used a smartphone for over a dozen years and the refresh rate has never bothered me. I played with a 120Hz device and I said to myself, "meh."
Haha yeah it definitely isn’t as big of a deal as people make it out to be. Your eyes adjust super quick
120hz is just a huge battery drain man tbh
@@dannyboi2319 Exactly!
@@JonAdamsTechYou're right, but objectively speaking 120hz feels better than 60hz. The big problem is that for $800 they don't want to give me a feature that my mom's $200 phone does have.
I have 120 hz and I use in 60 hz to save battery
Man, just give me an iphone 13 mini size with 120 hz oled display and usb C and i'm golden.
Saaaaammmmmmeeeee man is that too much to ask!
Yeah I upgraded my 13 mini to the 16. I wish they would’ve done that lol
and battery 3000 mah
Coming from the iPhone 13 Mini (same footprint as my iPhone 7), and seriously considering upgrading to this. The only reason why I might go the Pro route is if a new iPad Mini doesn’t arrive before the New Year.
Thanks for the content.
Hey thanks for always watching! I think if you upgrade to this it’s a really great phone
I upgraded my 13 mini to the 16 and so far I love it. For how slim the 16 is its feel great to the hand. The battery life is awesome! Go to the store and feel it out yourself. Especially if they have a promotion at your service provider. They credited me the full amount of my 16 256mg for my 13 mini trade in so technically my 16 is free.
@@808Affliction I’ve got a SIM only deal, so have to buy the phone. My last 2 were mint condition renewed (had a nightmare with Amazon, but then found a local store I really rate). This one’s going to be new.
I have NEVER percieved 60 hertz as an issue. Its one of those things that only sticks out on paper, not in real use
Agreed!
I love my IPhone 16, 256mb, black. I upgraded from a 13 mini and it’s a night and day. I do miss the the size of the mini but the battery life on my 16 is wayyyyyyyy better for me now. I have been using only a pocket socket MagSafe wallet for a couple days and I loved the size without a case but now I have a quad lock case and it’s bulkier but I know it’s protected. Just gotta get used to the bulky feel.
Yeah I have a pretty thin case on mine but it’s still definitely big as crap haha
I have 16 in black colour. Upgraded from 12 mini. Feels super smooth.
Still using 12 mini here. 12 mini is still super smooth. battery health is at 82% but it only lasts a day only on standby, half a day if used lightly, a few hours if I keep streaming RUclips 😅
Nice glad you dig it!
So, still the question raised out
Regular 16 or 15 pro/max
I’d go 15 pro regular model between these two. Been pretty up front about that.
I just got the 15 Pro for $100 less than the 16, and I’m pretty happy with it! I’m no pro user, but the battery and the screen are good for daily use. Plus, it will still get the Apple intelligence whenever it releases. The tricky part was finding one because Apple took it off the market 😂
@@Ricardo_De_Abreu dang that’s awesome!!
@@Ricardo_De_Abreu is battery life really good in pro model
After this iOS 18 update though..
I'm really confused about getting pro or pro max, I just need one day of battery life though.
I just need one day battery life
@@drishyarijal6877 I’d say the regular Pro has a solid battery for the average user. However, I would keep in mind that streaming media, screen brightness, video recording and photos take a toll on the battery performance. If any of these are a priority for you, I would suggest going with the Pro Max if you don’t mind how big the phone is. Otherwise, you can’t go wrong with the regular 15 Pro 🙌
The new colors are a wash for me. I always slap on a case (non-clear).
Tru
do you not get apple care plus?
@@harisubramanian3793 No. Too expensive.
As someone who has the pixel 8 and it has 120 as a option...I went and went back to the 60. While it's slower. I do appreciate the extra battery life.
I do wish it had 90. But I would take the 60 over 120.
Man im saying, 90 is the perfect middle ground
I normally buy a Pro but this year got the base 16 model. For most people the extra money can’t be justified, and those that think it can may be kidding themselves.
I always get the pro but i ordered the 16! The money for the pro is not worth it in my opinion
@@JoeHamilton-up8pk hope you’re as pleased as I am
Re: the camera button. You might have found this by now, but from another video I saw it can be configured to require a double tap to launch the camera. That might help your problem.
Yep!
Sorry I really tried to like it but the smooth aluminum, tin-like rails felt cheap when I held it and the bezel is embarrassing thick.
Sorry you didn’t like it, what do you think of the pro models this year?
@@JonAdamsTech Actually, I already have a 15 PM in natural and the new shutter button on the 16 is a real pain, at least when I played with it in the store. (Cost is not an issue because 80% is covered by my work so I usually get a new phone every year.)
It would be a nice jump from my 7plus to the 16, don't like the 60Hz refresh rate and that stupid camera button but I'll buy it anyway
Yeah that will be a huge upgrade!
I have a 6.8 inch phone and 95% of the time it is uncomfortable to hold even with my more than average sized hands
Glad you like it, I hate it man!
I’ve got an iPhone XR and I can’t see much difference in user experience when compared to the iPhone 16 😅 so I’m keeping my money 😂
Haha yep! Which is kind of awesome to be able to have 90% of the experience for a fraction of the price!
Thanks for the amazing video, very helpful.
Hey I appreciate it! Thanks for the encouragement:)
@@JonAdamsTech I just subscribed to your channel
Boss base on your personal experience which is better iphone 15 pro vs iphone 16 base variant for the same price? Thanks! New subscriber😊
Yo I did that exact comparison in a video earlier this week. Go check it out!
@@JonAdamsTech ok boss. Thanks!
Teal is sick
It’s so sick
Hello, i currently have a Galaxy z flip 4, and im not sure if I should get the iPhone 16 or 15 Pro? I dont care about the refresh rate, but i do like to take RAW photos and then them. However, with the new photographic styles, i will not need to take RAW photos. I would like the pro but i also would like the newest phone.
Then you would need to go 16 pro at least
The only reason I picked 16 over the pro max is because of size and color 😂😂😂
Hahah I mean they are great colors!
Which iPhone has a better speaker? iPhone 16 or 16 pro max?
Pro max is bigger so it’s better for speakers
@@JonAdamsTech Have you tried iphone 16 pro? if yes, is 16 same as 16 pro as far as speakers are concerned? thanks for replying
Should I trade in my regular 15 to the regular or plus 16 ?
Umm keep the 15. It’s just a year difference and this year isn’t much better. Wait for the 17 and see if they get rid of the ugly notch
Nah i wouldn't personally
The standard 16s should AT LEAST have the same pro motion as the 13 pro models, 120 hertz with no AOD. 60 hertz in 2024 is criminal. Typical Apple cash grab move to push people to go pro and pay more.
Agreed!
Quality Barenaked Ladies reference to go with a quality vid
You’re the first person who has caught it. I’m proud of you :)
@@JonAdamsTech did we just become best friends!
@@TratzPatratz solid step brothers reference!
@@JonAdamsTech the circle is complete. I am now proud of you!
@@TratzPatratz man made my night haha
Watching from 16😅
Nice! How are you liking the new phone?
@@JonAdamsTech it’s great. I’m upgrading from iPhone 11.
Which one is good 16 or 16 plus?
Depends on if you like a big phone
@@JonAdamsTech Thanks ❤️
How is the 16 battery backup ? Somebody is telling to take 16 plus for battery back.
Wait...... The iphone still can't multi window split screen still? Yikes.......... major yikes........
Major yikes? Not really. Wife has Samsung S23 Ultra and has used that feature maybe twice in the past year+. To each his own though.
@@MikeV-n6e I'm sorry your wife has downz
@@MikeV-n6e I'm sorryy you bothhave downz
This was a fun comment thread
I will get the 13 Pro for back up purposes
That’s smart, always good to have a backup
These reviewers think they speak for everyone else, 😂
Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahaha
#smallmanhands
It’s a condition!!!!
@@JonAdamsTech Some might say an advantage
@@TheForceFandom what types of things we talkin bout here chief?