I just got the 14 pro last night. I upgraded from the 11 pro (which I loved). I’m finding the 14 pro really heavy and uncomfortable to use. I was using it for about an hour today on my couch and both my hands went numb and all my fingers tingled. I have an otter box symmetry case on it, but it’s not rounding out the edges the way I would like. This phone just feels too long to me, and too heavy, and it has too sharp of edges. Do you think it will get better over time (will I adjust)? Or is there a different iPhone I should try? Should I just go back to my 11 pro? I take tons of photos so the cameras are important to me. But I don’t know if I can deal with the ergonomics of this 14 pro. Advice? Help!

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grapplerone t1_iubjln4 wrote on October 30, 2022 at 1:44 AM

#330,702

My hands are getting a bit more used to this tank, I went from a IPhone 11 to a 14 Pro MAX. It isn’t that much wider but it is taller and your right about the squared edges, like tte older phones. I’m just using a leather MagCase & no screen protector. I haven’t used those since I got my iPhone 7.

Il tell you, 1 ounce is noticeable.

rockdangelo99 t1_iubjumb wrote on October 30, 2022 at 1:46 AM

#330,755

The 14 pro is literally heavier than other iPhones. I commented about hand fatigue in another post. Allot of people agree. Hard to say if you will adjust it not. I don’t have a plus but it’s heavier than my girls 13. And my cousins 13 pro max.

avrins t1_iubk2cs wrote on October 30, 2022 at 1:48 AM

#330,800

Put a pop socket on it.

The hight of the 14 pro over the 11 pro is only .14 taller and .70 grams heavier.

slacprofessor OP t1_iublkep wrote on October 30, 2022 at 2:00 AM

#331,098

Replying to avrins (#330,800)

I’ve never used one before. Do I install it directly in the middle of the phone? Or where is the best spot for ergonomics?

0000GKP t1_iublrqj wrote on October 30, 2022 at 2:02 AM

#331,140

Replying to rockdangelo99 (#330,755)

14 Pro is only 10 grams heavier than my XR. I don’t know why you think it’s heavier than a 13 Pro Max. The 13PM is 240g. The 14P is lighter at 206g.

The flat sides do make the 12-14 models less comfortable to hold than the 6-11 models.

rockdangelo99 t1_iubma2a wrote on October 30, 2022 at 2:06 AM

#331,244

Replying to rockdangelo99 (#330,755)

That’s you. I’m not arguing what I feel with you. It’s heavier. If you don’t agree ok! Wtf?!?

TheUltimateRepublic t1_iuboeeo wrote on October 30, 2022 at 2:24 AM

#331,695

Replying to slacprofessor (#331,098)

Pretty much in the middle, yes. If you got a case that had MagSafe, there’s a MagSafe pop socket you can get. You can just pop it on or off whenever you want to use it.

aprilbeingsocial t1_iubui2z wrote on October 30, 2022 at 3:19 AM

#332,997

I’m in the same boat and definitely recommend getting a pop socket. I used one on my last phone too (little hands). I ordered the magnetic socket but didn’t realize my new case doesn’t have a magnet in it so now I’m looking for a case that does. Make sure you get a case with a magnet not just one that says MagSafe compatible. I thought the same about the weight but that resolved itself and doesn’t bother me at all anymore.

ctwquad t1_iubx847 wrote on October 30, 2022 at 3:44 AM

#333,539

Same boat as you from 11pro to 14pro. I’m getting used to the weight. I have a atom studio case which is much lighter than yours.

onlytony441 t1_iuc8t0p wrote on October 30, 2022 at 5:53 AM

#335,780

It’s wild… have a 14 Pro Max and it doesn’t feel heavy to me personally. Came from a 12 Pro and I actually wish the size was a bit bigger. But I do get that these are hefty phones for most.

Windermyr t1_iuclgqg wrote on October 30, 2022 at 8:48 AM

#337,794

Wow, how small are your hands? I have small hands, and I don’t notice much difference in size or weight between the 14 pro and my old XS. The most noticeable difference is the larger camera bump.

Plop1992 t1_iue03vm wrote on October 30, 2022 at 4:47 PM

#348,572

Seriously wondering how unhealthy you are to be unable to hold 200g

DJStackies t1_iueaykq wrote on October 30, 2022 at 5:59 PM

#350,821

Hands went numb holding a fucking iPhone 😂

westchesterslots t1_iuf7p6x wrote on October 30, 2022 at 9:35 PM

#357,597

Replying to onlytony441 (#335,780)

I was pleasantly surprised after switching from 13 mini to 14 pro max that it’s a comfy weight and still OK to hold in one hand when I want to.

slacprofessor OP t1_iug1721 wrote on October 31, 2022 at 1:13 AM

#364,789

Replying to Plop1992 (#348,572)

It’s called carpal tunnel and De Quervain’s tendonitis. You don’t have any health problems yourself?