History of IPhone 14 in Timeline
The iPhone 14 and 14 Plus, announced on September 7, 2022, are Apple's sixteenth-generation iPhones. Succeeding the iPhone 13 models, they feature 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch displays respectively, and improvements to the rear camera. A key addition is satellite connectivity for emergency services in areas without Wi-Fi or cellular. The iPhone 14 launched on September 16, 2022, and the 14 Plus on October 7, 2022, with starting prices of $799 and $899. They launched with iOS 16 and are the last iPhones to use the Lightning port before Apple switched to USB-C with the iPhone 15 due to European Commission regulations.
September 7, 2022: iPhone 14 and 14 Plus Announcement
On September 7, 2022, the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus were announced at an Apple Event held at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. These models succeed the iPhone 13 and 13 Mini.
September 9, 2022: iPhone 14 and 14 Plus Pre-Orders Begin
Pre-orders for both the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus started on September 9, 2022.
September 16, 2022: iPhone 14 Availability
The iPhone 14 became available for purchase on September 16, 2022, priced at $799.
October 7, 2022: iPhone 14 Plus Availability
On October 7, 2022, the iPhone 14 Plus was released, with a price tag of $899.
November 15, 2022: Emergency SOS via satellite launch in US and Canada
On November 15, 2022, the Emergency SOS via satellite service was launched in the United States and Canada for iPhone 14 models.
November 2022: Globalstar Satellite Constellation
As of November 2022, Globalstar operated a constellation of 25 satellites in low Earth orbit, with plans for future enhancements through a partnership with Apple.
December 16, 2022: False Emergency Calls in Japan
Between December 16, 2022, and January 23, 2023, emergency dispatchers in Japan's Hida Mountains reported 134 false emergency calls attributed to the Crash Detection feature on the iPhone 14 triggering while owners were skiing, accounting for over 14% of total call volume.
January 23, 2023: False Emergency Calls in Japan
Between December 16, 2022, and January 23, 2023, emergency dispatchers in Japan's Hida Mountains reported 134 false emergency calls attributed to the Crash Detection feature on the iPhone 14 triggering while owners were skiing, accounting for over 14% of total call volume.
March 7, 2023: Yellow Color Option Added
On March 7, 2023, a yellow color option was introduced for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus.
May 15, 2023: Emergency SOS via satellite launch in Australia and New Zealand
On May 15, 2023, the Emergency SOS via satellite service expanded to Australia and New Zealand for iPhone 14 models.
September 12, 2023: iPhone 15 Announcement
On September 12, 2023, it was announced that the iPhone 14 and 14 Plus, along with the 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max, would be the last iPhones to feature the Lightning port, as their successors, the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus, will use a USB-C port.
September 2023: iFixit Decreases Evaluation
In September 2023, iFixit decreased their evaluation of the iPhone 14 to a 4/10 or "not recommended" due to concerns over software limitations on parts not authorized by Apple.
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