Apple iPhone 14. Display diagonal: 15.5 cm (6.1"), Display resolution: 2532 x 1170 pixels, Display type: OLED. Processor family: Apple, Processor model: A15. Internal storage capacity: 128 GB. Rear camera resolution (numeric): 12 MP, Rear camera type: Dual camera. SIM card capability: Dual SIM. Oper...show more
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At launch, around twenty MacRumors forum members leaned negative-to-mixed on the base iPhone 14, repeatedly calling it essentially the prior model again with the same A15 chip and a 60Hz display while rivals offer 120Hz at similar prices. The missing USB-C and premium pricing for an incremental update drew frustration. (per MacRumors Forums)
Read the discussion on MacRumors Forums →Across ~25 iPhone 14 owners, reported battery health varies widely under similar use: some see ~98% within a month while others hold 100% after several months. Posters debate charging habits (capping below 100%, MagSafe heat) versus charging freely, and several suspect battery-supplier variance plays a role. A common sentiment is not to obsess, with ~98% after months treated as normal, though opinions remain mixed. (per MacRumors Forums)
Read the discussion on MacRumors Forums →Owners weighing the base iPhone 14 in late 2024 lean mixed-to-positive. Battery life draws the most praise (one reports just ~6% drain over an hour-long video call, a big jump from an iPhone 12 mini), and several flag the 6GB RAM as good for longevity and smoothness. Complaints: it shares the A-chip with the prior gen so the upgrade feels minor, the Lightning port is dated, and some were surprised always-on display is Pro-only. (per MacRumors Forums)
Read the discussion on MacRumors Forums →Common questions about this product, answered.
Does the iPhone 14 come with a charger in the box?
No. Apple ships the iPhone 14 with only a USB-C to Lightning cable and documentation. There is no wall plug and no EarPods in the box, a change Apple made for environmental reasons. The cable supports fast charging, but you need your own USB-C power adapter to use it. A 20W (or higher) USB-C adapter reaches roughly 50% charge in about 30 minutes. Check the listing if a charger matters, as some sellers add a brick to the bundle. — PriceJive
Can I use two SIMs (dual-SIM) on the iPhone 14 in South Africa?
Yes. The international iPhone 14 sold in South Africa takes one physical nano-SIM plus an eSIM, so you can run two numbers at once, for example a personal and a work line. Note that US-bought iPhone 14 units are eSIM-only with no physical SIM tray, so buying a grey-import US model means no nano-SIM slot. The phone can store multiple eSIM profiles and switch between them. Confirm your network supports eSIM activation before relying on it. — PriceJive
Is the iPhone 14 waterproof, and what is its battery and charging like?
The iPhone 14 is rated IP68 under IEC 60529, tested to 6 metres for up to 30 minutes, so it handles splashes, rain and brief submersion, but Apple does not cover liquid damage under warranty, so treat it as water-resistant, not waterproof. It has a 3,279 mAh battery rated by Apple for up to 20 hours of video playback. With a 20W or higher USB-C adapter it charges to about 50% in roughly 30 minutes, and it also supports MagSafe and Qi wireless charging. — PriceJive
What cameras does the iPhone 14 have, and can I add a memory card to the 128GB?
The iPhone 14 has a dual rear camera: a 12MP main (wide, f/1.5) and a 12MP ultra-wide (f/2.4), with a 12MP front camera, plus Photonic Engine and Action mode video. There is no telephoto zoom lens, that is reserved for the Pro models. Storage is fixed at the built-in size and is not expandable, as iPhones have no microSD slot, so the 128GB here is all the storage you get. If you shoot a lot of 4K video or photos, consider whether 128GB is enough or step up to 256GB. — PriceJive