Is the iPhone 13 (Pro) worth the money? (iPhone News #39)

Should you buy the iPhone 13 (Pro), or are they not worth the money? We have extensively tested the new iPhones and know the answer. But, there was more happening in the world of Apple. This is the most important iPhone news of the week.

Reviews: iPhone 13 and 13 Pro extensively tested

We have extensively tested the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro. That is why we published the extensive reviews last week. Let’s start on a positive note: overall, we’re really excited about the new iPhones.

The cameras of the 13 Pro in particular manage to impress. The new ProMotion screen (with twice the refresh rate) is also very nice. But, one thing does bother us.

→ Read the iPhone 13 review
→ And of course check the iPhone 13 Pro review too

iPhone 14 gets a completely new design

The iPhone 13 is an excellent smartphone, as you can read in our review, but it is not really exciting. In terms of appearance, it is almost identical to the iPhone 12. Just a little patience, because next year the iPhone design will be overhauled.

At least that’s what Mark Gurman claims. The usually reliable Bloomberg journalist says that the iPhone 14 will get a completely new look, without a notch. At the same time, Touch ID would also return, but below the screen.

→ Read more about the design rumor of the iPhone 14

iPhone battery draining fast in iOS 15? Try this!

Has your iPhone battery been failing since iOS 15? You’re not the only one suffering from this.

Since the update to iOS 15, several iPhone users have problems and the battery runs out quickly. With these tips you will solve the battery problem and we will give you a few tricks to make your battery last longer!

→ How to make your iPhone battery last longer

iPhone 13 Pro teardown: there is good and bad news

The iPhone 13 Pro has been subjected to a teardown. We therefore know exactly what the device looks like on the inside and, more importantly, how difficult it is to repair it.

That is not easy. It is particularly difficult to replace the speaker, because it is now incorporated into the housing. Fortunately, there is also positive news. Replacing the iPhone battery is now a lot easier.

→ Curious about the entire iPhone 13 Pro teardown?

Rumor: Apple Watch Series 7 coming in October

The new Apple Watch Series 7 was shown during the keynote. But, the release date was somewhere this fall. Now the new smartwatch appears to be appearing faster than expected.

A lot faster even, because according to a message on 9to5Mac the release of the Apple Watch Series 7 will be sometime in mid-October. That the new Apple Watch is coming in October also seems to be confirmed by other sources. Hermès tells a Twitter user that pre-orders will start on October 8.

→ This is when the Apple Watch Series 7 release takes place

Lost Photos in iOS 15? A bug in iMessage throws them away

iOS 15 has a bug that causes some photos to be discarded. The problem occurs with iMessage and the iCloud. We tell you what to pay attention to, so that you do not suffer from this.

The bug is (for now) only in iOS 15 and causes you to lose some photos. Super annoying when you have to deal with it, but if you keep our tips in mind, it won’t bother you.

→ This way you don’t lose photos

Have iPhone 13 screen replaced by a third party? Do not do it

Is the screen of your iPhone 13 (Pro) shattered? It can be tempting to have the display replaced at a third party, because that is a lot cheaper than at Apple. But that doesn’t seem like a good idea.

Popular YouTube channel Phone Repair Guru shows in a video that you probably won’t be able to replace the iPhone 13 or iPhone 13 Pro screen without losing support for Face ID. The only way you can still unlock your iPhone is to enter the passcode.

→ Why you should have your iPhone 13 screen replaced at Apple

Video of the week: our iPhone 13 (mini) review