Best iPhones in Kenya For 2024? Our tips for choosing the right one

Once a model of simplicity, the iPhone range has become increasingly busy over the years. We are now on the iPhone 14, the price of which has increased significantly. We must also admit that the selling price of iPhones has only soared yearly. More and more models are available: choosing the best iPhone is, therefore, more complex than it seems.

If you want a new iPhone, you can go back to iPhone 12. Previous models will only be available as refurbished. Refurbished iPhones are generally an excellent solution if you want an iPhone but do not have the necessary budget.

If you are ready to see what is being done on Android, read our comparison of the best smartphones.

Apple iPhone 14 Pro

While Apple has remodeled its standard range, the Pro and Pro Max versions remain unchanged in terms of terminology. Bad tongues will tell you that the technical sheet is similar to the iPhone 13 Pro, but this is only partially true. On the 6.1-inch screen, Apple has made only minor changes. The OLED panel still has a 120 Hz refresh. 

The new A16 Bionic chip provides the internal power of this iPhone 14 Pro. This smartphone allows you to run software at very high intensity without flinching. This iPhone is one of the most powerful devices of 2023. The battery remains unchanged, giving you a full day of use.

It is at the level of the photo that changes are to be noted. The arrival of a telephoto lens and a resolution of 48 megapixels for the main sensor makes the difference. The latter allows a digital x2 zoom and still impeccable photos. The video also offers stability at all times.

Key Specs

• Display 6.10-inch (1179x2556)
• Processor Apple A16 Bionic.
• Front Camera 12MP.
• Rear Camera 48MP + 12MP + 12MP.
• RAM 6GB.
• Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB.
• OS iOS 16.

iPhone 14

The iPhone 14 certainly brings few improvements compared to the previous model, but it is full of qualities. First, it retains its premium design, allowing for a secure grip. Everything seems the same except the repairability, and it is the easiest iPhone to disassemble and repair for ordinary mortals.

In the screen part, Apple again confirms its know-how with a high-quality panel. It is a 6.1-inch OLED screen with a refresh rate of 60 Hz. With the TrueTone mode activated, the display can offer brightness and colorimetry adapted to the conditions. According to our measurements, the maximum colorimetry is 816 cd / m² and a faithful colorimetry.

The major advantage of this iPhone lies in its autonomy. In this case, the iPhone 14 can endure two days of use without flinching. From year to year, Apple shows great progress in managing its endurance. The internal power remains unchanged with the Apple A15 Bionic processor already on the iPhone 13.

As always with Apple, the user experience implemented is impeccable with iOS 16, and the Apple ecosystem remains interesting. Regarding photography, the iPhone 14 delivers pretty shots no matter the circumstances.

Key Specs

• Display 6.06-inch (1170x2532)
• Processor Apple A15 Bionic.
• Front Camera 12MP.
• Rear Camera 12MP + 12MP.
• Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512 GB.
• OS iOS 16.

Apple iPhone 13

The standard range of the iPhone 13 has some differences from the Pro version. The first is the screen, which is content with a refresh rate of only 60 Hz. With the few differences compared to the iPhone 14 and the fact that it remains in the Apple catalog, it is our recommendation if you want a good iPhone in 2023.

On the processor side, we are entitled to a slightly weaker version of the A15 Bionic chip, with one fewer graphics core. In practice, the chip remains overpowered and more than sufficient, whatever the use. The most notable progress is to be found with autonomy, which climbs by almost 25% compared to last year.

For the photo sensors, Apple recycles those of the iPhone 12 Pro, which translates into solid performance in all situations. This iPhone will not fight with the best smartphone photos but offers quality rendering.

Key Specs

• Display6.10-inch (1170x2532)
• ProcessorApple A15 Bionic
• Front Camera12MP
• Rear Camera12MP + 12MP
• Storage128GB, 256GB, 512GB
• OSiOS 15

iPhone 13 Pro

The Pro part of the iPhone 13 range comprises two models: the iPhone 13 Pro and the iPhone 13 Pro Max. On the design side, things had already changed. The design of the iPhone 12 is slightly thicker and with a smaller notch.

The A15 Bionic chip has one more graphics core than the iPhone 13, delivering exceptional performance with iOS support. But it's more autonomy that seduces us. For once, Apple has gone all out on this point and equipped its phones with a larger batteries. The result is impressive since we now reach two days of use without any worries.

On the photo side, the two phones have kept the same photo module. We particularly note a telephoto lens that goes to 3x and better low-light sensors. In practice, the iPhone 13 Pro is at the top of the photo basket. For video, Apple has gone all out with ProRES and cinematic modes. Two fun functions, but they could be more useful for ordinary mortals.

Key Specs

• Display6.10-inch (1170x2523)
• ProcessorApple A15 Bionic
• Front Camera12MP
• Rear Camera12MP + 12MP + 12MP
• Storage128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB
• Battery Capacity3095mAh
• OSiOS 15

Apple iPhone 13 mini

The iPhone 13 mini is an excellent smartphone, and we highly recommend it to those who still need an iPhone 12 mini in their pocket. Indeed the differences with the latter are too marginal to merit a purchase unless battery life and low-light photo quality are that important to you.Because these are the main advantages of this new iPhone, the battery is more generous, and the quality of the images takes another leap forward thanks to a wide-angle sensor directly inherited from the iPhone 12 Pro Max.The best smartphone on the market for video, the iPhone 13 also allows you to have fun with the new cinematic mode, which, if still imperfect, lets you imagine pretty things for the future. In short, you will have understood: it is a success on all points or almost. In this case, the reduction in the size of the notch does not change the situation, so at this rate, we can only wait for its disappearance, pure and simple.

Key Specs

• Display 5.40-inch (1080x2340)
• Processor Apple A15 Bionic.
• Front Camera 12MP.
• Rear Camera 12MP + 12MP.
• Storage 128GB, 256GB, 512 GB.
• OS iOS 15.

Apple iPhone 12

Launched in 2020, the iPhone 12 was a great model, especially because it introduced a new design. As its name suggests, it retains the heart of the thirteenth-generation innovations, including the A14 Bionic processor or the ultra-wide-angle photo sensor, while getting rid of certain non-essential refinements of the Pro range.

The OLED screen makes its debut on this iPhone with a diagonal of 6.1 inches, identical to the previous generation. In this case, the Super Retina XDR brings great improvements, especially in terms of colors. The resolution offered on the screen is 2532 × 1170 pixels, with good brightness pleasing to the eye.

This iPhone 12 is a good alternative to the mini version of the thirteenth generation, with attractive internal power and a very versatile camera. Available for 749 euros, this iPhone remains interesting if you have the necessary budget. 

Key Specs

• Display6.10-inch (1170x2532)
• ProcessorApple A14 Bionic
• Front Camera12MP
• Rear Camera12MP + 12MP
• Storage64GB
• OSiOS 14

Apple iPhone SE 5G (2022)

One of the models expected in early 2022 was the iPhone SE, a new version. Unfortunately and without great surprise, it once again takes up the design of the iPhone 8. The latter is dated, but the finish is impeccable, and the device is waterproof, thanks to its IP67 certification.

The iPhone SE also remains one of the few small smartphones to offer good performance since it embeds an Apple A15 Bionic processor, the same as on the iPhone 13. We gain 5G compatibility in passing. Autonomy is also revised upwards. On the screen side, you will have to make do with a very small 4.7-inch LCD screen with wide borders and the presence of a physical button. 

However, the photo part has yet to evolve since we remain on a single 12-megapixel sensor. However, Apple promises us the best on the software side, with improved image processing. However, it will be necessary to accept that the photo quality is at a different level than an iPhone 13 or 14.

Key Specs

• Display 4.70-inch.
• Processor Apple A15 Bionic.
• Front Camera 7-megapixel.
• Rear Camera 12-megapixel.
• Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256 GB.
• OS iOS 15.
• Resolution 750x1334 pixels.

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THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE BUYING AN IPHONE

HOW MUCH STORAGE SHOULD I CHOOSE FOR MY IPHONE?

Compared to many phones in the Android sphere, it is impossible to expand the iPhone's storage capacity after purchase. Therefore, choosing the right quantity from the start is important. By default, all iPhones this year come with 64GB of storage. This is enough for many users. However, if you store a lot of videos, photos, music, and applications on your phone, we advise you to choose the higher capacity: 128 or 256 GB, depending on the model.

WHEN SHOULD YOU BUY YOUR IPHONE?

Apple released its new iPhones in September after about ten years, with a few exceptions. Waiting for new smartphone models in September is more reasonable if a new iPhone tempts you after June.

The best time is shortly after the announcement. Be aware, though, that iPhones get a relatively small discount over time. If you want the latest model, promotions are unlikely to arrive in the first 6 months of its marketing, and after that, price reductions will remain timid.

CAN I USE MY WATERPROOF IPHONE UNDERWATER?

No. The waterproofness of smartphones is specially provided in the event of an accident. It is not designed for taking underwater photos. We strongly advise against intentionally plunging your phone underwater. This is also an exclusion clause of the manufacturer's warranty.

USED OR REFURBISHED IPHONES, ARE THEY WORTH IT?

Buying a used iPhone can be a good option to afford Apple's phone at a discount. Be careful to choose a model that is young enough. While iPhones generally have a good lifespan, the battery may no longer be at its best as the years go by. You should also know that iPhones discount relatively little on the second-hand market, so the initial investment in a new terminal is sometimes less heavy once the resale price is considered.