Apple iPhone 12 Pro Max review

20 November 2020


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Anonymous, 22 Nov 2020Lately, it feels as if your constant reposting of DxOMark&#... more"the generally minimal processing artifacts"
I strongly suggest you to check the actual photo samples first before saying such a thing. This is easily the most artificial looking post processing I've seen on last several generations of iPhone cameras, and it feels so off that I can't help but wonder if Apple's camera team even performed enough number of real-life tests before giving it a go sign.

"completely ignore the worse processing artifacts and poor color balance of the Huawei and Xiaomi"
I don't know about that either.. Mate 40 Pro is a LOT better at suppressing artifacts than iPhone 12 Pro from what I've seen so far (and details look far more natural too), whereas Mi 10 Ultra usually does great job at rendering colours as long as AI is turned off despite some people complaining about it on this website calling it "velvet colours" or some stuffs.

    Anonymous, 22 Nov 2020It's a spec gimmick to make the stupid feel that they ... moreYes it's a total Spec gimmick like LIDAR or Dolby vision or Magsafe.

      Anonymous, 22 Nov 2020It's a spec gimmick to make the stupid feel that they ... moreYou'll be backtracking on that statement of yours when you get it on your beloved iPhone next year.

        sa11oum, 22 Nov 2020I don't even understand the obsession with 120Hz - yes... moreThe refresh rate on ipad dials itself down in various apps to conserve battery.
        It's not the perfect implementation of high refresh rate.
        Use any 120hz and above flagship phone as a daily driver for a week or more, you'll never go back to 60hz ever again.

          Anonymous, 22 Nov 2020Garbage 1/1.7" sensor + Garbage processing = Garbage P... moreGarbage sensor? Are you saying that after shooting photos in RAW in those two sensors then comparing them side by side, or simply making it up?

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            Annonymous, 22 Nov 2020True that. I tested it in the shop, it did not impress me. ... moreIt’s nearly identical to the 11 Pro Max. You just have tiny hands.

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              • Anonymous
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              • 23 Nov 2020

              Nice

                sa11oum, 22 Nov 2020I don't even understand the obsession with 120Hz - yes... more120hz good for android phone, so can void seeing lag when scrolling ...

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                  Anonymous, 21 Nov 2020That's probably because the iPhone 11 Pro Max is the b... moreTrue that. I tested it in the shop, it did not impress me. They exaggerated with the size, it is very uncomfortable to hold it, while the 12 pro is too small. I think 6.5" would have been a better choice. I liked the straight lines. The lack of 120hz is embarassing, I did not expect that. Hope next year they will add that and a much better camera.

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                    Roy-86, 21 Nov 2020I pre-ordered the day 1 and got the phone last Friday from ... moreI noticed the same in Germany in a shop, the display looked a bit yellow, even though I turned off the true tone. I had the same problem with my iPhone 11 last year and I returned it.

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                      SFS, 22 Nov 2020While majority android users disable their 120hz and 5G jus... moreNah, my S20 5G stays on 120hz, it is crazy smooth.

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                        • 22 Nov 2020

                        I'm using S20+ on 120hz and the battery is more than great ! All day using the phone without problems ! I want to buy an Iphone but only if it has 120hz or more ! Without that, i don't care how fast it is or anything.

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                          sa11oum, 22 Nov 2020I don't even understand the obsession with 120Hz - yes... moreIt's a spec gimmick to make the stupid feel that they have something better than Apple or Google's products :)

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                            • 22 Nov 2020

                            Lately, it feels as if your constant reposting of DxOMark's plugs is starting to impact your own reporting. You keep bringing up the generally minimal processing artifacts in the latest iPhones, but completely ignore the worse processing artifacts and poor color balance of the Huawei and Xiaomi. I used to consider your reviews the best of any similar site and this trend is troubling and disappointing.

                              sa11oum, 22 Nov 2020I don't even understand the obsession with 120Hz - yes... moreFor an OLED display higher refresh rate makes for less flickering caused by managing brightness levels through pulse-width modulation (PWM) method. Some people are more sensitive to that flickering and it may cause eye strain and headaches for them. So, it's not only about smoothness. Also, if Apple implement ProMotion display with LTPO tech (for better power efficiency) and make it a variable refresh rate like on iPad Pro, it may result in better battery life in some condition e.g. watching movies and reading books on less than 60 Hz, or maybe even always-on display with lowering refresh rate down to 1 Hz (like in Apple Watch 5/6).

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                                Shamim, 22 Nov 2020Dear iPhone department I have observation recording in buil... morePhone recording is illegal in many countries so Apple choosing not to get into any legal issues that's why not giving inbuilt call recording. Even android is allowing only incoming call recording through google voice app or a third-party app. Similarly, Apple is giving the option to purchase a third-party app from the app store.

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                                  Shui8, 22 Nov 2020'Actual proven tech' Let me guess. According t... morenah not just the verge.

                                  ANY site, including GSMA has better ideas of which phones are great compared to the blue anonymous guy and now you.

                                    SFS, 22 Nov 2020While majority android users disable their 120hz and 5G jus... moreI don't even understand the obsession with 120Hz - yes its obviously nice to have, no question, but is it really that big of a deal? I really don't think it is. I have an iPad Pro 2018 and an iPhone and I use both of them equally throughout the day. I only see the difference when I think about it and look for it, otherwise it's not even noticeable... Do I want it on my smartphone? Yes. Do I think it's a dealbreaker, or a feature that is on my must-have list? Not even close!

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                                      SFS, 22 Nov 2020While majority android users disable their 120hz and 5G jus... moreI am running 160hz on my ROG 3.
                                      12hr Screen on Time.
                                      Plz take your lies about Android users dialing down refresh rate in your Apple echo chamber.
                                      Not here.

                                        SFS, 22 Nov 2020While majority android users disable their 120hz and 5G jus... moreWe just got a Mi 10 ultra in our family.
                                        My Wife hasn't touched the refresh rate setting.
                                        She is getting around 8hr SOT with her usage operating at 120hz. Almost twice as much as her previous phone. And the battery charging speed is just insane, 35-40% in 5min.

                                        Why would anyone dial the refresh rate down to 60hz and have a subpar user experience in 2020?

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