Reviewing my iPhone 17 Pro review
Summary
Host Matt reviews the iPhone 17 Pro after a year of use, praising its rugged design, improved 4x telephoto camera, and outstanding battery life while noting the display still lags behind Samsung’s anti-reflective tech. He also shares impressions of the Samsung Galaxy Fold 8, criticizing its small outer screen and side fingerprint sensor, and argues that Safari should allow websites to access haptic feedback for better user experiences.
Topics discussed
Intro: Last episode before Apple's iPhone event
Why reviewing a phone after a year is valuable
Design review: S-tier build and the camera plateau
Scratchgate: Revisiting the aluminum durability controversy
Display: Anti-reflective coating vs Samsung
Cameras: The 4x telephoto upgrade and selfie features
Battery life: Achieving 'infinite' battery in a smaller phone
Overall verdict: A great premium phone with no weaknesses
Samsung Fold 8 follow-up: Getting used to screen sizes
Samsung Fold 8 follow-up: Critique of the side fingerprint sensor
Opinion: Safari should support web haptics for games
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