Welcome to Episode 37: "iiPhone 16 Pro Max with iOS 26 – Worth the Upgrade in 2025?"

In this long-term review, we revisit the iPhone 16 Pro Max after 9–12 months of daily use. We assess battery, camera, display durability, performance, thermals, reception, and how iOS 26 (Liquid Glass design) changes the overall experience—plus whether it’s worth upgrading in 2025.

📌 What you'll learn in this video:

- Battery endurance vs iPhone 15 Pro Max: ~1.5–2 hours more per day, ~96% capacity after 1 year

- Camera updates: sharper ultrawide, pro features, 4K120 video; Camera Control button pros & cons

- Display & design: 6.9" with thinner bezels; scratch susceptibility in long-term use

- Performance & software: A18 Pro with 8GB RAM; early iOS 26 beta dips now improved

- Thermals: mixed reports—cooler for some, “very warm” at max brightness for others

- Reception: noticeably stronger than iPhone 15 Pro Max

- Upgrade advice for iPhone 14/15 users and value outlook for 2025

🔥 Get Your iPhone 16 Today:

- iPhone 16 Pro Max

- iPhone 16 Pro

✨ Recommended Accessories to Boost Your Productivity:

- Apple MagSafe Charger

- Fast USB-C Charging Cable

- MagSafe Power Bank

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