In just a month, Apple will unveil the new iPhone 16. Typically, the company keeps the previous generation’s base models on sale but at reduced prices. However, this time, the situation might change.

The problem is that the iPhone 15/15 Plus does not support Apple Intelligence in iOS 18. Meanwhile, rumors suggest that the entire iPhone 16 lineup will feature AI capabilities, and in early 2025, the iPhone SE 4 with similar support will also be released. This particular smartphone plays a crucial role in the scenario.

So, who would want an iPhone 15 then?

Yes, it’s likely that it won’t have Dynamic Island, but it will feature the A18 chip (compared to the A16 in the iPhone 15), other benefits of the iPhone 14, and 8 GB of RAM. The gadget is expected to cost around $499. Meanwhile, the price of the iPhone 15 will likely be $699 at best after the iPhone 16 is launched.