Can iPhone 15 Make the iPhone Exciting Again? ft. Jon Rettinger

YouTuber and TechnoBuffalo founder Jon Rettinger joins us on this week's episode of The MacRumors Show to discuss the iPhone 15 lineup and what it will take to make the iPhone exciting again. We reflect on some of the iPhone 15 Pro's key upgrades, such as a Thunderbolt USB-C port and a titanium chassis, and the long-term direction of the iPhone. We also talk switching to Android, the state of foldable smartphones and Apple Watch rivals, the possibility of iMessage coming to Android, and the nature of Apple's vehicle project.

Follow us on Twitter @danbarbera and @HartleyCharlton.

00:00 Introduction
01:26 Can iPhone 15 be Exciting Again?
07:55 Sponsor: Factor
09:18 Foldable iPhones?
13:26 Whats new on iPhone 15?
19:18 Jon Switched to Android!
33:48 iMessage as a Subscription service for Android users?
42:38 Apple Car and CarPlay

[jonlakers]

Appreciate you guys having me on. - J

[ShelterCats]

Best episode in quite some time. Well done.

[Jeannemarre]

I would never want a foldable phone again, I was so happy when we left that years ago with the flip phones. There is so much convenience with a phone you can just take in the hand and use instantly. Simply missing the amazing iPhone mini

[GleeKarloff]

Hartley - totally with you in the only 'Apple' world. Bought my first apple in 1984 and have never bought anything other than Apple products since. I have no need to try anything else as the easy access across devices and the privacy Apple offers makes everything else irrelevant.

[tomthumb]

Is the next big ‘wow’ moment not truly wireless power, with power delivery to charge over a few metres?? Or something health related with some kind of sensor that can’t fit on a watch or into vision pro?

[andrewlewis]

Really felt like Hartley did a great job of defending his position on iMessage. Good discussion!

Different topic: probably on my own but I feel like the next really big thing, whatever it is, doesn't involve the iPhone at all. There are only so many things you can do and making it foldable feels incremental. I personally would like the Apple Watch to become standalone, where it no longer is an iPhone accessory but the main show. Sure, we wouldn't all have cameras in our pockets but that's probably a net benefit to society.

[__umbra]

YOU guys have to collab with genius bar.
It would be great to see.
I love watching both of your podcasts.

[carloslegarda]

I think the future “iPhone” will just be a group of wearables. Your Apple Watch will house much of the processing power then you can have your apple glasses for larger display and different other accessories that will just expand the capabilities of what you have. Smart shoes or a glove with a bunch of sensors etc.

And it would be awesome if we could use any nearby display the way airpods displays info on iPhone or ipad.

[maikaimakena]

I can’t remember a time I have enjoyed a conversation more ❤👊👊👊⚡️

[KingTechHD]

Great show. I never had a iPhone before ‘22. They just seemed like simple app launchers. I wanted a “computer in my pocket” so I had Got the 12 pro max for $200 and love it. Love my AWU. It’s a great ecosystem

[sunxnes]

iPhone 15 Excitement? No, iPhone 15 copium

[heldermorales]

Holy sh** guy on the far right has such a deep voice I didn’t even know it was him speaking 😆

[wdpk]

multiple user accounts would be a ‘wow’ moment if done correctly.

using the same phone for business, personal life, gaming, etc. is cluttered and obsolete. this was one reason I switched to Android for a while

[robertjohnson]

I would like to see the iPhone not get so hot so fast! I need to be a better way to have them. Stay cool without changing the form factor!

[GreginLA]

Hey guys, good show. I like this format with the guests. Good to see John on the show. Would love to see more guests like this.

[PWingert]

Battery technology - selenium battery or sodium battery replacing lithium. That is the interesting question. features yes but if they can get the battery to last longer much longer 7 days without charging. That might be the key.

I’m pretty sure if Google would make an app for Windows (and Mac) that could integrate Androids phones better with computers (calls, messaging, file sharing, copy/paste, etc…) it would take a huge advantage iPhones have: The Ecosystem.

Better watch companions, better integration with Android tablets as well, better apps for tablets…

[Uhaveanicedayty]

Awesome podcast guys. Definitely enjoyed.Jon very nice was nice to see.Hopefully you are getting rest busy person.Thanks so much for sharing.💯✌️

[Steve-racer]

Titanium frame, action button, will not make me switch to an iPhone 15. Pro max The software is what matters, and the most important thing that matters is battery life. One thing that I think about is, Apple brings in things three years after everyone else has had it is it, because manufacturing cost has came down for these parts like better cameras, etc. And it lets Apple keep better profit margins .This is just my opinion.

[Nexus-lmxz]

It is just Redicilous mentioning colors of a cable