All iPhone models can be confusing, especially when you’re trying to get a new phone or upgrade from an older model. In this blog post, I’ll break down how the iPhone model numbers work and what changes when going from one model to the next.
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The New iPhone14
This year’s revamped and renovated edition of Apple’s iPhone doesn’t look eye catching at first glance. However, this isn’t because you don’t get any exciting features with the iPhone 14 model; it’s simply due to the fact that you’re upgrading from last year’s model.
Even though Pro models seem to be more befitting for users who are seeking more features, the iPhone 14 does have many things up its sleeve. The camera system performs better in low-light situations and takes in true HD pictures using crisp autofocus capabilities. The Action mode is definitely a welcomed feature for filmmakers looking for stable footage under varying outbursts.
Apple has released the iPhone 14 and made mainly moderate updates to the iPhone 13. The upgrades for this round of iPhones are for the iPhone 14 Pro, with its brand new design, upgraded camera performance, and powerful A16 Bionic chipset.
For an extra $200 when compared to both the cheaper iPhone 14 and it’s more expensive counterpart, you will get much better performance, a bigger screen, enhanced photography prowess and increased photo quality in equal measure.
What’s The Difference in A2649, A2881, A2882, A2884, A2883
The iPhone 14 has five different models with region specific models, supports LTE bands, and dual SIM capabilities to address all market segments. All these iPhone models are available in different colors and storage capacities to ensure an optimal experience for each consumer demographic.
Read: iPhone 13 Model Number Differences: A2482, A2631, A2633, A2634, A2635
iPhone 14 Model A2649
This is the newest version of iPhone and it supports dual e-SIMs. This is the only iPhone with no physical SIM slots, which supports both sub-6 GHz and mmWave 5G networks. And is officially made for the United States.
| Model Number: | Region & Carriers: | Supported GSM Bands: | Color & Storage variants: | Connectivity: |
| iPhone 14 A2649 | United States, Puerto Rico |
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Purple – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) (Product)Red – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Blue – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Starlight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Midnight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) |
VoLTE Support: Yes SIM Card: Dual eSIM only. Wi-Fi: Yes 5G spectrum (sub‑6 GHz and mmWave) |
iPhone 14 Model A2881
This model is designed to support regions like Japan, Mexico, and Canada. It also supports dual SIM (eSIM and nano-SIM card) and dual eSIM as well. Please note that the Japanese version will come with a shutter sound that cannot be changed.
| Model Number: | Region & Carriers: | Connectivity: | Color & Storage variants: | Supported GSM Bands: |
| iPhone 14 A2881 | Canada, Saudi Arabia, Guam, Japan, Mexico, USVI | Wi-Fi: Yes
SIM Card: Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) and Dual eSIM. VoLTE Support: Yes |
(Product)Red – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB)
Blue – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Midnight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Starlight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Purple – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) |
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iPhone 14 Model A2882
The iPhone 14 A2882 is the most popular because it is available in over 50 different countries, and it supports both nano-SIM and eSIM. If you buy it in Korea, there will be changes to the camera shutter sound for your protection.
| Model Number: | Color & Storage variants: | Connectivity: | Supported GSM Bands: | Region & Carriers: |
| iPhone 14 A2882 | Blue – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB)(Product)
Red – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Purple – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Starlight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Midnight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) |
Wi-Fi: Yes
SIM Card: Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) and Dual eSIM. VoLTE Support: Yes |
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Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Tokelau, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Turks and Caicos, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, Argentina, Aruba, Islands, Bolivia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, British Virgin Islands, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cayman Islands, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, Colombia, Republic of the Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Cook Islands, Costa Rica, Croatia, Curacao, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominica, Dominican Republic,Haiti, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Ireland, Isle of Man, Israel, Italy, Ivory Coast, Jamaica, Jersey, Jordan, Kenya, East Timor, Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Estonia, Faroe Islands, Fiji, Finland, France, French Guiana, French Polynesia and Tahiti, Georgia, Germany, Ghana, Gibraltar, Greece, Greenland, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, BES Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guatemala, Guernsey, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Kosovo, Kuwait, Laos, Latvia, Lebanon, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Liechtenstein, Mauritius, Mayotte, Micronesia, Moldova, Monaco, Myanmar, Namibia, Nauru, Nepal, Netherlands, New Caledonia, New Zealand, Nicaragua, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Madagascar, Malawi, Malaysia, Maldives, Mali, Malta, Marshall Islands, Martinique, Niger, Nigeria, Niue, Norway, Oman, Pakistan, Palau, Palestine, Panama, Mongolia, Montenegro, Montserrat, Morocco, Mozambique, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Reunion Islands, Romania, Rwanda, Saint Barts, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Samoa, Senegal, Serbia, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Solomon Island, South Africa, South Korea, Spain, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Sweden, Switzerland, Tahiti, Taiwan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Willis and Futuna, Zambia, Zimbabwe |
iPhone 14 Model A2884
This model is made for the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong and Macao. If you select this model, please note that this version does not support FaceTime or wifi calls. It does have the support for dual nano-SIM cards.
| Model Number: | Color & Storage variants: | Connectivity: | Supported GSM Bands: | Region & Carriers: |
| iPhone 14 A2884 | Purple – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB)
Starlight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Midnight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) (Product)Red – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Blue – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) |
Wi-Fi: Yes
VoLTE Support: Yes SIM Card: Supports two physical nano-SIM cards. FaceTime Audio and Wi-Fi calling are disabled in the Chinese model |
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China mainland, Macau, Hong Kong |
iPhone 14 Model A2883
The iPhone 14 model A2883 is for Russia and nearby countries. Before you purchase this from the Apple store, please understand that Apple has officially withdrawn its support from Russia. Still, Russians can purchase new iPhones via an import scheme from Moscow.
| Model Number: | Region & Carriers: | Supported GSM Bands | Connectivity: | Color & Storage variants: |
| iPhone 14 A2883 | Armenia, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Russia |
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Wi-Fi: Yes
SIM Card: Dual SIM (nano-SIM and eSIM) and Dual eSIM. VoLTE Support: Yes |
Blue – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB)
(Product)Red – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Purple – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Starlight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) Midnight – (128GB / 256GB / 512GB) |