Rumors Suggest iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max to Feature Programmable Solid-State Buttons

New details about the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max's capacitive solid-state buttons have emerged on the MacRumors forums. According to rumors, Apple will introduce a unified volume button and a new programmable Action button to the iPhone 15 Pro series, which will offer a range of programmable functions, including toggling the orientation lock, flashlight, low power mode, and more. The Action button will also incorporate the signature iPhone mute switch functionality.

The capacitive buttons on the iPhone 15 Pro series will feature a dedicated low-energy microprocessor that can detect user presses and hold gestures, even when the phone's battery is drained. The chip will provide Taptic Engine feedback, and users will be able to adjust the sensitivity of the buttons from the Settings menu. The buttons will also work with phone cases and gloves.

The new low-energy chip inside the iPhone 15 Pro series will power the NFC, Bluetooth LE, and UW chips even when the device is powered off or the battery is completely drained. The source of the information has a reliable track record and provided accurate details on the iPhone 14 Pro's Dynamic Island before its release.

Apple has not confirmed any of these rumors. However, if true, the new programmable solid-state buttons would be a significant addition to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max's functionality, providing users with even more customization options.