THE BOTTOM LINE Apple's iPhone 13 Pro Max is the ultimate mobile content creation machine, with the best camera and longest battery life of any iPhone. The ultimate phone for photo and video creators! The iPhone 13 Pro Max (starting at $1,099) is the ultimate professional content creator's phone. It combines Apple's excellent camera algorithms and software support with true two-day battery life for a massive phone that's always ready to realize your dreams. While the standard iPhone 13 (starting at $799) seems to be the best choice for most people, with a terrific balance of size, power, battery life, and price, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is a terrific alternative for heavy users and artists, with its killer cameras and beautiful buttress of a battery. The iPhone 13 Pro ... MoreTHE BOTTOM LINE Apple's iPhone 13 Pro Max is the ultimate mobile content creation machine, with the best camera and longest battery life of any iPhone. The ultimate phone for photo and video creators! The iPhone 13 Pro Max (starting at $1,099) is the ultimate professional content creator's phone. It combines Apple's excellent camera algorithms and software support with true two-day battery life for a massive phone that's always ready to realize your dreams. While the standard iPhone 13 (starting at $799) seems to be the best choice for most people, with a terrific balance of size, power, battery life, and price, the iPhone 13 Pro Max is a terrific alternative for heavy users and artists, with its killer cameras and beautiful buttress of a battery. The iPhone 13 Pro Max is, well, max. At 6.3 by 3.1 by 0.3 inches and 8.5 ounces, it's a large, heavy phone that you won't want to use in one hand. That's the price you pay (along with your $1,100) for this kind of battery life. But you're probably used to it already, as it's almost exactly the same size as the 12 Pro Max. It's a little heavier than last year's model, though, which weighed 8.0 ounces. It’s roomy, narrow-bezel screen gets a little bit more real estate from a slightly smaller notch than on the iPhone 12 Pro Max. Apple has said in numerous articles- the notch is 20% smaller than before. On the back, the Pro Max's triple-camera system juts out noticeably. I'd smooth it out with a case, although you don't necessarily need one for protection—the phone carries IP68 waterproofing and has Apple's tough "ceramic shield" screen coating. (with a phone this nice I still like to always get a screen protector, they have awesome designs and custom ones for cases sold on castify.com I even found cute little sparkle individual camera lens covers to put on for extra protection (and it's a cute touch! They have tons of colors on Amazon that will work with any Apple 11 up! The 13 Pro Max comes in four colors, including blue, gold, graphite (gray), and silver. The blue is very cool and elegant, as you can see below. CONS- BIG HEAVY Like other phones its size, this is more of a bag phone than a pocket phone. It fits in my coat and jacket pockets, but it'll stick out of most pants pockets but I've noticed over the years so did just about every iPhone from the 6 and up! OVERALL I RECOMMENDED THIS 100% I am an Mac/Apple user is all things from phones, watches, laptops, TVs. You name it if it has an apple on it, it’s definitely in our household!

I am obsessed with my iPhone 13 Pro Max! This was a great upgrade from my iPhone XS. I bought it in November 2021 from an ATT store. I loved the Sierra Blue color, but it wasn’t in stock at the store. ATT shipped it to my house and it was delivered in about two weeks. The first major difference I noticed was the quality of the pictures I took with the camera! They are much more clear and not pixelated. The colors vibrant and details are very sharp and clear. I was very impressed when I took my first picture using this phone. I take a lot of pictures of my pets and the photo quality was wayyyy better than it previously was, especially in the dark or in any poor lighting. Usually the flash causes my pets eyes to appear red, but not with this new camera. The dark mode ... MoreI am obsessed with my iPhone 13 Pro Max! This was a great upgrade from my iPhone XS. I bought it in November 2021 from an ATT store. I loved the Sierra Blue color, but it wasn’t in stock at the store. ATT shipped it to my house and it was delivered in about two weeks. The first major difference I noticed was the quality of the pictures I took with the camera! They are much more clear and not pixelated. The colors vibrant and details are very sharp and clear. I was very impressed when I took my first picture using this phone. I take a lot of pictures of my pets and the photo quality was wayyyy better than it previously was, especially in the dark or in any poor lighting. Usually the flash causes my pets eyes to appear red, but not with this new camera. The dark mode is absolutely incredible! Obviously I am very impressed with the photo quality of images taken using my iPhone 13 Pro Max, but there are other changes/upgrades I like as well. The processing speed is a lot faster now. My phone charges in at least half the time as it previously did. There have been days where I was on my phone for over 15 hours and the battery didn’t die!! I can say that I definitely appreciated the capability to use the Face ID while wearing a mask during Covid! I highly recommend the iPhone 13 Pro Max!

After upgrading from the 11 Pro Max, I immediately notice an increased responsiveness and color vibrance—attributes in themselves that would be worth considering an upgrade. Apple says it correctly on their site, “A display so responsive, every interaction feels new again.†Additionally, somehow the phone itself is even more beautiful with the square edge stainless steel, taller frame, and smooth ceramic glass. This time around I chose silver, being traditionally a graphite / black subscriber—I’m glad I did. My only drawback here is that the frame is of such a quality that it almost feels buttery, making it nearly impossible to hold with one hand…a case is necessary for grip. While I’m still testing the camera, so far I’m pleased with the upgrade ... MoreAfter upgrading from the 11 Pro Max, I immediately notice an increased responsiveness and color vibrance—attributes in themselves that would be worth considering an upgrade. Apple says it correctly on their site, “A display so responsive, every interaction feels new again.†Additionally, somehow the phone itself is even more beautiful with the square edge stainless steel, taller frame, and smooth ceramic glass. This time around I chose silver, being traditionally a graphite / black subscriber—I’m glad I did. My only drawback here is that the frame is of such a quality that it almost feels buttery, making it nearly impossible to hold with one hand…a case is necessary for grip. While I’m still testing the camera, so far I’m pleased with the upgrade from the 11. The tri-camera 2019 model never failed to underperform when compared to Samsung, Google phone, or Blackberry images. The 13 has a noticeable upgrade in richness to what I would consider ‘acceptable’, though Apple is still far from the capabilities I’ve seen on the aforementioned models. Low light photo has improved, but video still looks 5 years behind, pixelated and grainy like an entry-level DSLR. The photographic styles prior to shooting are a game-changer for me. The attribute I disliked most about the iPhone 11 Pro Max camera was the yellowed appearance of shots right off the device; I would forever be decreasing the warmth and filtering important moments. On the 13 you can set a pre-filter, more or less, that eliminates the yellowed look with multiple options. The portrait and cinematic modes can be rewarding, but ultimately the device is using an algorithm to edge detect and I’m not into the fake blurs around people, which is what you would mostly be capturing with the high aperture…lots more work to be done there. I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the call quality bump as well. Perhaps that was an update from the 12, but I just exited a loud car and when the other end of my call could not hear me with my Sony XM4s (yes call quality is still trash on their flagship headphone model), switching to the phone directly eliminated all surrounding sound other than my voice—the 11 wasn’t quite that notable in loud environments. As far as pricing is concerned $1099 is the standard these days, so without a price increase I don’t have anything negative to say. To me, the value I get over 2 years from a device worth that pays for itself 20 times over. With Verizon’s trade-in discount my upgrade cost $99 and tax—the decision was clear. FYI: Def don’t need another wall charger after receiving the 20v with the 11...the 30v usb bricks also work…so no worries on the footprint reduction. At this point I have too many white cords as it is and the mag safe adaptation is only $39, which naturally I purchased to maximize the new phone high. I did, however, find it odd that they did not include the upgraded rope wire that came with a new keyboard I purchased…hmm

Among its many strengths, the iPhone 11 Pro Max boasts an impressive triple-camera system that is capable of capturing stunning photos and videos even under low-light conditions. This feature alone sets it apart from many of its competitors in the smartphone market. Another defining feature of the iPhone 11 Pro Max is its powerful A13 Bionic chip that enables it to perform complex tasks with ease. Its long-lasting battery life and water-resistant design further enhance the device's durability and user experience. Moreover, the iPhone 11 Pro Max has an elegant design with a large OLED display that provides exceptional clarity and color accuracy. The device's Face ID technology is highly advanced and ensures that only authorized users can access the device's many ... MoreAmong its many strengths, the iPhone 11 Pro Max boasts an impressive triple-camera system that is capable of capturing stunning photos and videos even under low-light conditions. This feature alone sets it apart from many of its competitors in the smartphone market. Another defining feature of the iPhone 11 Pro Max is its powerful A13 Bionic chip that enables it to perform complex tasks with ease. Its long-lasting battery life and water-resistant design further enhance the device's durability and user experience. Moreover, the iPhone 11 Pro Max has an elegant design with a large OLED display that provides exceptional clarity and color accuracy. The device's Face ID technology is highly advanced and ensures that only authorized users can access the device's many features. In terms of software, the iPhone 11 Pro Max runs on the latest iOS operating system that is user-friendly and highly secure. The device also supports multiple apps and allows for seamless integration with other Apple products for enhanced performance. Overall, the iPhone 11 Pro Max is an exceptional device that has all the bells and whistles that one could ask for in a smartphone. Its advanced features, impressive camera system, and powerful performance make it an excellent choice for those who demand the best. This device certainly gets a thumbs up from me.

Complete Trash

This is the worst phone I have ever used. The volume controls are awful it will sometimes mute my ringer and other times I will be on a call and the volume will drop all the way down to where I cannot hear the other person.Bluetooth is a joke it will not stay to my truck it randomly drops the connection and causes more issues than it is worth. At first, I thought it a connection issue with my truck so I deleted my account and set up a new account with the same results. I then connected my old phone and guess what no Bluetooth drops. I also connected my child’s entry level Samsung phone we went on a weeklong trip to Florida and my child’s phone never dropped the connection. I also ran a week with my wife’s iPhone 10 connected with no Bluetooth drops. 4 different ... MoreThis is the worst phone I have ever used. The volume controls are awful it will sometimes mute my ringer and other times I will be on a call and the volume will drop all the way down to where I cannot hear the other person.Bluetooth is a joke it will not stay to my truck it randomly drops the connection and causes more issues than it is worth. At first, I thought it a connection issue with my truck so I deleted my account and set up a new account with the same results. I then connected my old phone and guess what no Bluetooth drops. I also connected my child’s entry level Samsung phone we went on a weeklong trip to Florida and my child’s phone never dropped the connection. I also ran a week with my wife’s iPhone 10 connected with no Bluetooth drops. 4 different phone 3 worked fine and 1 didn’t so the problem is the iPhone 13 Pro Max.I work in technology sales and have nearly 20 years of experience in the IT industry. Apple should be embarrassed by this product. I owned it for 3 months and after constant issues with this phone costing me business opportunities I am ditching it and going to Samsung. I need something that is reliable and this phone is not reliable.I would avoid this phone. It is definitely a reliability downgrade from my previous phone which was more than 4 years old.I am not a fan of paying premium pricing for unreliable devices.

Converted an Android user to iOS.

What I liked :Fit and finish of the iPhone 13 Pro Max has to be the best on the market as of March 2022. It's not light, and it just feels perfect in my hand. I like the flat edges of this phone, and honestly it just looks really nice compared to some of the iPhones of yore and was enough to convince me to dump my usual choice of going with a Galaxy in favor of something different than the usual. Plus Sierra Blue is really pretty and it reminds me of the Zephyr Blue Metallic paint on the 03-05 Toyota Celica. Kinda wish it came in Midnight Green, that color was so cool. Everything about this phone feels function forward on the outside.The A15 is a really snappy mobile processor, for everything that I do it doesn't even seem to stress the thing, much less clog the ... MoreWhat I liked :Fit and finish of the iPhone 13 Pro Max has to be the best on the market as of March 2022. It's not light, and it just feels perfect in my hand. I like the flat edges of this phone, and honestly it just looks really nice compared to some of the iPhones of yore and was enough to convince me to dump my usual choice of going with a Galaxy in favor of something different than the usual. Plus Sierra Blue is really pretty and it reminds me of the Zephyr Blue Metallic paint on the 03-05 Toyota Celica. Kinda wish it came in Midnight Green, that color was so cool. Everything about this phone feels function forward on the outside.The A15 is a really snappy mobile processor, for everything that I do it doesn't even seem to stress the thing, much less clog the ram up be it 6gb or 8gb depending on what source you ask. For most of us, myself included, it'll take age to slow down this iPhone. The display is nice, 120hz so playing a few mobile games look great on this as well as watching a youtube video or two. Also the battery life on this phone is insane, I am on day two of not having it on the charger and it's hit around 36% and I use this phone for some critical functions of my job (calls, task management, ect) so there has been a consistent load on it outside of when I sleep. AirPlay is awesome by the way, hands down one of my favorite features is being able to quickly and seamlessly slip between my car's stereo and a pair of head phones. Also the speaker quality is pretty dang nice too!The camera might be the next best thing next to the design for the 13 Pro Max. Low light looks pretty good when I take pictures or use it for videos. There are neat short cuts like tap back which I use to turn on the flashlight on the phone, it's not the brightest thing but it does a good enough job. The screen responds nicely and taking videos of my dogs running in slow mo has never been so entertaining, plus the camera taking a mix of photo and video has earned some giggles too.What I hated :So the first thing I am going to get out of the way is that I came from a Galaxy S10+, everyone that I have talked about iOS to has claimed that it is either a different beast altogether (Not really) and that it is more functional than Android by far (I wouldn't agree or disagree with this). Organization is NOT something I would say iOS does well, with Android you have the App drawer, with iOS I have made different folders and prayed that my goldfish like memory wouldn't end with me trying to find one of the many apps I use. Stacks/Widgets aren't bad, but I feel like Android does this better as well. This isn't exactly something I would call bad, but it was enough for me to second guess this phone after a couple of days because my organization of all the apps I use was driving me nuts. For a company that focuses on the idea of things "Just working" I think Apple needs to take a look outside and make some minor tweaks to perfect iOS.I also kind of miss my custom roms for Android as well but anyone with two functioning brain cells knows why Apple doesn't allow that sort of thing. Also 3rd party apps don't always work even if you approve them and for crying out loud allow us to emulate or VM older versions of iOS for older apps that can be found on the App Store! I was looking forward to trying Doom II RPG on this phone but iOS 15 isn't compatible and I am too lazy to find a work around at this time.I really like the way this phone feels in my hand though, and if I had to buy another phone again (please no) I'd stick with the 13 Pro Max cause I like it THAT much.

Don’t even think about it.

With the exception of the cameras, and the battery, i can do much more thing easier on a vintage phone than on this one. And it is milking the owner constantly, what is free n android or on netflix an extra charge on apple tv, or in the app store, startupwise it is the same as my unrooted s7, with lineage os. And that at least you can turn off completely. This thing is spying on you constantly and pushing searchresults, even filtering sites as the company wishes. Getting slower with every update, and treat you as a slave or milk cow. You pay 15hundred with taxes and additions than you get something: sign up 12 dollars a month, you sign up and figure out it was just a beginning pay for every breath. As million options squeezed into 4buttons you are hampered by the ... MoreWith the exception of the cameras, and the battery, i can do much more thing easier on a vintage phone than on this one. And it is milking the owner constantly, what is free n android or on netflix an extra charge on apple tv, or in the app store, startupwise it is the same as my unrooted s7, with lineage os. And that at least you can turn off completely. This thing is spying on you constantly and pushing searchresults, even filtering sites as the company wishes. Getting slower with every update, and treat you as a slave or milk cow. You pay 15hundred with taxes and additions than you get something: sign up 12 dollars a month, you sign up and figure out it was just a beginning pay for every breath. As million options squeezed into 4buttons you are hampered by the combinations. The touchscreen gets irresponsive if you are faster than it’s lazy circuits, so I am trying to get rid of it. Its an overhyped status symbol without any real merit. The only people who are working well are the marketing: they can sell a crp as a wonder. Make people believe as the most advanced phone. Oh, yeah. Do not buy it. Avoid apple as far as you can.

First and Last Apple for me.

Absolutely disgusted by my purchase due to numerous malfunctions. Great camera, terrible phone. Sorry that I missed your call, despite the phone being right in front of me. That’s what I got to tell me boss some times, yup, it’s an Apple. Missing calls due to “half rings”, while screen shows caller still calling on the screen. Calls echo sometimes, and have to hang up, and trying again, repeatedly, because the echo loops back what you said a second earlier, to the point that you give up. Texting is awful, the darn thing capitalizes in the middle of the sentence. Unbelievable. Go back to check why someone hasn’t responded back to my texts, some how, the texts never got sent. Something as simple as texting a trailer number, such as one that has been repeatably used in ... MoreAbsolutely disgusted by my purchase due to numerous malfunctions. Great camera, terrible phone. Sorry that I missed your call, despite the phone being right in front of me. That’s what I got to tell me boss some times, yup, it’s an Apple. Missing calls due to “half rings”, while screen shows caller still calling on the screen. Calls echo sometimes, and have to hang up, and trying again, repeatedly, because the echo loops back what you said a second earlier, to the point that you give up. Texting is awful, the darn thing capitalizes in the middle of the sentence. Unbelievable. Go back to check why someone hasn’t responded back to my texts, some how, the texts never got sent. Something as simple as texting a trailer number, such as one that has been repeatably used in previous texts, still manages to screw it up. Tell it to call the local police department through the head set, and nope. Late to work one day, as the alarm went off muffled, even though the volume was up, thanks to another glitch. Asking me to unlock the phone to make a call.. can’t it sense that I’m driving? This is a $1500 1tb phone, 1st and last Apple product. Never again.

Great Switch from Samsung Galaxy Note 10+ to iPhone 13 Pro Max

Decided to switch to iPhone from my Note 10+ due to the extra security that iOS offers over Android (such as not allowing non-App store apps and each app needing to get permission to do pretty much anything on your device). Plus, Apple has remedied a lot of the reasons that I switched from iPhone to Android more than 10 years ago (home screen folders, file browser, and home screen widgets to name a few). Not that these features are new to iOS by any means, but were originally items I left iOS for.I do kind of miss the ability to install apps outside of the App store (like you can do with APK files on Andorid). However, that's one of the things that makes iOS a bit more secure than Android. At this point in time, especially with all the scammers out there), I'm ... MoreDecided to switch to iPhone from my Note 10+ due to the extra security that iOS offers over Android (such as not allowing non-App store apps and each app needing to get permission to do pretty much anything on your device). Plus, Apple has remedied a lot of the reasons that I switched from iPhone to Android more than 10 years ago (home screen folders, file browser, and home screen widgets to name a few). Not that these features are new to iOS by any means, but were originally items I left iOS for.I do kind of miss the ability to install apps outside of the App store (like you can do with APK files on Andorid). However, that's one of the things that makes iOS a bit more secure than Android. At this point in time, especially with all the scammers out there), I'm willing to trade some flexibility for more security.Apple tends to make things a little more complicated than they need to be sometimes, often making the learning curve even higher. However, after ~6 months of using the device I've become pretty fluent in its use and only have to look up "how-to's" every so often. To be clear, it didn't take the full 6 months, but I've had the phone ~6 months at the time of writing this review.I love the design and color of the phone (I got Sierra Blue and my wife got Gold). It feels like a premium phone holding it in your hand. It's heavy, but too heavy, at least for me, anyway. My two biggest concerns going into the switch was 1) the lack of a fingerprint sensor (loved my fingerprint sensor on my Galaxy Note 10+) and 2) not having a home button. However, I don't really miss either of those features. Face ID has turned out to be even easier than having a fingerprint sensor -- now I don't miss it at all. While I still find myself looking for a "home button" from time to time, it's not really a big deal.Overall, I'm happy with my switch and wouldn't change anything. The 13 Pro Max is a Powerhouse that should serve my needs for years to come.

Impressive Update from 11 Pro Max

After upgrading from the 11 Pro Max, I immediately notice an increased responsiveness and color vibrance—attributes in themselves that would be worth considering an upgrade. Apple says it correctly on their site, “A display so responsive, every interaction feels new again.” Additionally, somehow the phone itself is even more beautiful with the square edge stainless steel, taller frame, and smooth ceramic glass. This time around I chose silver, being traditionally a graphite / black subscriber—I’m glad I did. My only drawback here is that the frame is of such a quality that it almost feels buttery, making it nearly impossible to hold with one hand…a case is necessary for grip.While I’m still testing the camera, so far I’m pleased with the upgrade from the 11. The ... MoreAfter upgrading from the 11 Pro Max, I immediately notice an increased responsiveness and color vibrance—attributes in themselves that would be worth considering an upgrade. Apple says it correctly on their site, “A display so responsive, every interaction feels new again.” Additionally, somehow the phone itself is even more beautiful with the square edge stainless steel, taller frame, and smooth ceramic glass. This time around I chose silver, being traditionally a graphite / black subscriber—I’m glad I did. My only drawback here is that the frame is of such a quality that it almost feels buttery, making it nearly impossible to hold with one hand…a case is necessary for grip.While I’m still testing the camera, so far I’m pleased with the upgrade from the 11. The tri-camera 2019 model never failed to underperform when compared to Samsung, Google phone, or Blackberry images. The 13 has a noticeable upgrade in richness to what I would consider ‘acceptable’, though Apple is still far from the capabilities I’ve seen on the aforementioned models. Low light photo has improved, but video still looks 5 years behind, pixelated and grainy like an entry-level DSLR. The photographic styles prior to shooting are a game-changer for me. The attribute I disliked most about the iPhone 11 Pro Max camera was the yellowed appearance of shots right off the device; I would forever be decreasing the warmth and filtering important moments. On the 13 you can set a pre-filter, more or less, that eliminates the yellowed look with multiple options. The portrait and cinematic modes can be rewarding, but ultimately the device is using an algorithm to edge detect and I’m not into the fake blurs around people, which is what you would mostly be capturing with the high aperture…lots more work to be done there.I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the call quality bump as well. Perhaps that was an update from the 12, but I just exited a loud car and when the other end of my call could not hear me with my Sony XM4s (yes call quality is still trash on their flagship headphone model), switching to the phone directly eliminated all surrounding sound other than my voice—the 11 wasn’t quite that notable in loud environments. As far as pricing is concerned $1099 is the standard these days, so without a price increase I don’t have anything negative to say. To me, the value I get over 2 years from a device worth that pays for itself 20 times over. With Verizon’s trade-in discount my upgrade cost $99 and tax—the decision was clear.FYI: Def don’t need another wall charger after receiving the 20v with the 11...the 30v usb bricks also work…so no worries on the footprint reduction. At this point I have too many white cords as it is and the mag safe adaptation is only $39, which naturally I purchased to maximize the new phone high. I did, however, find it odd that they did not include the upgraded rope wire that came with a new keyboard I purchased…hmm