Now we know some people will say "that's really expensive" but there are many things as well that make them look pretty cheap, such as having to pay only two thirds for materials. But then again, iPhones have been around since 2010 so they've had enough time to catch up. Also, you get to choose between 2 models when most phones cost only 5 digits just to start. Don't tell me otherwise, you can save money on these awesome gadgets by coming up with your own ideas and designing one for yourself. And you can save even more money by skipping Apple and going for another brand or manufacturer without making yourself look like an idiot. There's no reason not to go for something better, especially considering their quality control. We've also got plenty of great deals out right now and we'll give it a shot while it lasts until prices drop again! We've made sure to mention it here before, but iPhone 13 Pro Max has a dual camera system for you to take advantage of with its wide zoom options. If you want super close photos then this model will give it to you. You can enjoy all the good features and benefits that come with using a dual lens but for less money, that's what we think you should opt for. A similar feature we would've picked up but couldn't find was Cinematic Mode which automatically adjusts the focus depending on the lighting and a subject you pick. In my opinion, there are certain disadvantages to having multiple lenses and this one has more than just a single lens. For example, each one of the different lenses has a slightly heavier weight, and because it takes longer to complete a shoot, you need to do a lot more editing work. Still, we found ourselves impressed with how long our shots lasted so I'm happy with the results. What makes this model stand out, though, is its fast charging. Even better? Its SuperVOOC 3.0 technology. This means they know how much juice you're adding while they're sitting on the charger charging your phone. That's a real game changer and makes us wonder why they didn't do this from day 1. Yes, it's almost like Apple's way of saying, 'Hey buddy, you can get away with low light or dark conditions, but we won't charge up.' So yes, we know they could have done it but didn't. Speaking of batteries, this thing can last you about 10 days with normal usage. Now that's impressive! We didn't use it often, and we rarely hit the 4-6 hours mark, although I did end up running through it quite quickly. With that said, I would recommend doing that regularly just for fun. We also had to give credit to the fact that it was able to keep the screen bright all day long despite its brightness decreasing capabilities. In addition, it does come with a 120W wireless power adapter which is quite useful. On top of being capable of lasting long periods of time on a single charge, it also comes equipped with iOS 15 security updates including iOS 16 and iOS 17 (also) which may help. The bottom line? These are amazing products to live with, especially if you're looking for a budget option. One downside to this model is that it has no physical storage option. Instead, you have to purchase a microSD card separately. Of course, it's not the worst trade-off we make for such a high tech product. However, it is a drawback. When it comes down to hardware design, this is definitely one of Apple's flagship devices. Although Samsung and Google also have excellent offerings, Apple gets a leg up in this department because of its powerful processor and sheer amount of memory (64 GB in total), RAM, etc. Another perk of purchasing this model is the improved speakers. Just like with the previous generation, audio reproduction was a little off-putting and the bass was lacking. To rectify this, the speaker setup now uses MagSafe instead of magnetic headphones, saving you a few bucks. Plus, the sound has gotten a nice boost which was welcome after months of subpar sounds. Again, the overall experience has not changed. What has changed is how it sounds compared to other smartphones like Pixel 6a or OnePlus 8T. They get louder and fuller, bringing the ultimate feel of premium headphones. As everyone knows, iPhone is always a big deal. So, what do you expect from a company known for making high-end luxury smartphones? Bigger, faster processors, bigger displays, more sensors. It's almost mind blowing when you've spent $700 for a smartphone! No doubt, Apple knew exactly what they were getting into when they were developing this phone from scratch to ensure that it was up to snuff. Yet, they managed to pull it off and made it such a fantastic device that many other brands started following suit. At least with Android and Microsoft Windows 11 versions on its back, it looks like Apple may have pulled ahead. Overall, the battery life of the iPhone 13 Pro Max is very good (7 days). Obviously, you can get shorter battery times by reducing apps used, reducing background and media activities, etc.