The iPhone 14 launched in India in September 2022 at Rs 79,900 for 128 GB. It looked almost identical to the iPhone 13 and kept the same A15 Bionic chip, albeit with a five-core GPU and 6 GB of RAM. Apple's new features were safety-focused: Crash Detection and, in some countries, Emergency SOS via satellite, which was not available in India.
The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED is unchanged and still runs at 60Hz, which drew criticism when Android phones at half the price offered 120Hz. Internally Apple redesigned the chassis so the back glass is easier and cheaper to replace. Performance remains excellent for daily use and games, and battery life is slightly better than the iPhone 13.
The 12 MP main camera got a larger sensor with faster aperture, improving low-light photos, and the front camera gained autofocus. Action mode made handheld video remarkably stable. Charging is around 20W with MagSafe up to 15W. With the iPhone 13 cheaper and nearly identical, most reviewers advised buyers to choose the older model or step up to the 14 Pro.
Key specifications
| Launch price (India) | Rs 79,900 (base variant) |
|---|---|
| India launch | September 2022 |
| Segment | Flagship |
| Display | 6.1-inch, Super Retina XDR OLED, 60Hz, 1170 x 2532 |
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic (5-core GPU) |
| RAM | 6 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
| Rear cameras | 12 MP wide + 12 MP ultrawide |
| Front camera | 12 MP with autofocus |
| Battery | 3279 mAh |
| Charging | 20W wired, wireless |
| Software at launch | iOS 16 |
| 5G | Yes |
| Water/dust rating | IP68 |
| Headphone jack | No |
| Weight | 172 g |
| Colours | Midnight, Starlight, Blue, Purple, (PRODUCT)RED |
What we like
- Improved low-light main camera
- Action mode stabilisation
- Crash Detection
- Easier back-glass repair
What could be better
- Same chip as the iPhone 13
- Still 60Hz
- Little reason to upgrade from iPhone 13
Who should buy it
First-time iPhone buyers who want a new, long-supported model with safety features.
Specifications and price are as at the India launch (September 2022). Prices change after launch – check current prices before buying.