After numerous speculations and anticipations, Apple has officially brought the iPhone 14 Pro Max to the market. One aspect that many users are curious about is whether the iPhone 14 Pro Max is bundled with a charging brick in the retail box and if there are any differences in the packaging of this 2022 iPhone generation.
Join us as we delve into the details and find answers.
1. Unboxing the iPhone 14 Pro Max: Does it Include a Charging Brick?
The answer is NO
Accordingly, the iPhone 14 Pro Max packaging includes: the device and a charging cable.

Therefore, users purchasing the iPhone 14 Pro Max need to buy a genuine charging brick separately or make use of ones from previous iPhone models.
The packaging of the iPhone 14 Pro Max is compact and lightweight, featuring a shield structure similar to its predecessor, the iPhone 13 series.
2. Hands-on, Reviewing the Design of the iPhone 14 Pro Max
As the 6th generation embracing the iPhone X DNA, the iPhone 14 Pro Max introduces significant improvements, with the standout being the Dynamic Island module.

The basic Dynamic Island module still includes the front camera and sensors for the facial recognition feature – Face ID. However, instead of occupying a large space, Dynamic Island is now 30% smaller than the Notch of the iPhone 13 series and earlier.

With a more compact 'pill-shaped' design, the sensor and camera module is also embedded in the screen, taking up less space and minimally impacting usability. Paired with iOS 16, Dynamic Island – aptly named – can dynamically change its display based on notifications or the currently used application, providing enhanced interaction for users.

Meanwhile, the display of the iPhone 14 Pro Max remains an OLED 6.7-inch screen with a resolution of 1290 x 2796 pixels, pixel density of 460ppi, and a 120Hz refresh rate. The flagship Apple device features a premium Ceramic Shield for the display, also used on the back of the iPhone 14 Pro Max.

Moving to the sides, the iPhone 14 Pro Max adopts a flat edge design, similar to its predecessor, the iPhone 13 Pro Max, with a premium rust-resistant steel construction. The power button and volume controls maintain a familiar layout. The device still houses dual external speakers on the top and bottom edges, and surprisingly, it continues to use the Lightning port instead of the speculated USB Type-C.



A significant feature is the absence of the SIM card tray on the iPhone 14 Pro Max, exclusively using eSIM technology. This allows users to use two eSIMs simultaneously for different mobile networks. However, due to eSIM usage, phones locked to U.S. carriers won't support regular calls, as the traditional 'SIM card adapter' method is no longer viable.
On the back of the iPhone 14 Pro Max, the device maintains the square camera module design, with individual metal rings protecting each lens.

In terms of color choices, this year's iPhone 14 Pro Max offers four options: Space Black, Silver, Gold, and the newest addition, Deep Purple. Among them, the Deep Purple variant has garnered considerable attention from users.
The overall dimensions of the iPhone 14 Pro Max are 160.7 x 77.6 x 7.9 mm, slightly smaller than the Galaxy S22 Ultra, despite having a comparable screen size. The device weighs 240 grams and adheres to the IP68 dust and water resistance standard, similar to its predecessor.

3. Key Highlights of the iPhone 14 Pro Max
The iPhone 14 Pro Max stands as the epitome of premium iPhones in 2022, amalgamating numerous top-notch features:
- The latest Apple A16 processor, manufactured on a cutting-edge 4nm process, making it the most powerful chip on a phone in 2022
- Pre-installed with the iOS 16 operating system
- Sporting a triple-lens main camera setup, with the primary sensor boasting an impressive 48MP – marking the first iPhone equipped with a 48MP sensor
- Satellite connectivity capabilities: In emergency situations, iPhone 14 Pro Max users can send messages and notifications via satellite instead of Wi-Fi or mobile networks, ensuring user safety in critical scenarios like getting lost
- The iPhone 14 Pro Max is also equipped with sensors to detect falls, accidents, activating an emergency mode that sends notifications, messages, or automatically makes calls to preset emergency and medical numbers