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Apple is poised to unveil its new iPhone series this fall, with a likely announcement date of September 10 at 10AM Pacific Time (PT), according to multiple leakers and industry insiders.
Photo via DonanımHaber // Some recent mockups of what Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 might look like from the rear.
This year’s lineup is expected to mirror last years iPhone 15 series with four new models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. However, significant design changes and new features are anticipated. Here's a brief rundown:
iPhone 16 Sizes, Features & Improvements
Here’s a summary of the major iPhone 16 rumors circulating so far:
Larger Displays
The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are rumored to feature larger screens—6.27 inches and 6.86 inches respectively. This would surpass the display sizes of the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max, which are 6.1 inches and 6.7 inches.
Vertical Camera Layout
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are expected to have a vertical camera layout with a pill-shaped bump, replacing the diagonal arrangement of the iPhone 15. This new design could support Spatial Video recording, currently available only on iPhone 15 Pro models.
Battery Updates
Rumors suggest that the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Max will have larger batteries compared to their predecessors, while the iPhone 16 Plus may see a reduction. The iPhone 16 Pro could see the most significant battery improvement, with up to a 9% increase in capacity.
Capture Button
All iPhone 16 models are expected to introduce a new "Capture Button" for image and video capture, allowing zooming, focusing, and recording with varying presses. This button will replace the mmWave antenna on U.S. models.
Ultra Wide Lens Upgrade
The iPhone 16 Pro models are anticipated to feature an upgraded 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera lens, enhancing low-light performance and enabling 48-megapixel ProRAW photos. The iPhone 16 Pro Max may also include a larger main camera with a 48-megapixel Sony IMX903 sensor.
Super Telephoto Camera
The iPhone 16 Pro Max might debut a super telephoto periscope camera, offering dramatically increased optical zoom over the current 77mm lens.
Photo via Reddit // Photos of what look like Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 series recently leaked on Reddit, however their authenticity cannot be 100% confirmed.
Faster Wi-Fi
The iPhone 16 Pro models are expected to support Wi-Fi 7, while the standard iPhone 16 and 16 Plus will likely include Wi-Fi 6E, promising faster speeds and improved connectivity.
New A18 Chips
All iPhone 16 models are rumored to feature Apple’s new A18 chips, potentially differentiated into A18 and A18 Pro versions. These chips will support advanced AI features in iOS 18.
5G Qualcomm Modem
The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are likely to use Qualcomm's Snapdragon X75 modem, offering improved 5G speeds and efficiency compared to the X70 used in other models.
Tetraprism Lens
Both iPhone 16 Pro models are expected to incorporate a tetraprism lens system for up to 5x optical zoom, which is currently exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Micro-Lens Technology
Apple may use micro-lens technology to enhance OLED display brightness and efficiency while potentially reducing power consumption.
Action Button
The Action Button, which debuted on the iPhone 15 Pro models, is expected to expand to all iPhone 16 models. It will replace the traditional mute switch and offer multiple functions.
Charging Improvements
The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are rumored to support 40W wired and 20W MagSafe charging, improving charging speeds compared to current models.
Upgraded Microphone
A significant microphone upgrade is expected to enhance Siri’s performance with better voice input processing.
New Thermal Design
The iPhone 16 lineup may feature a graphene thermal system for improved heat dissipation, and the Pro models could add metal battery casings to reduce overheating.
Expanded Storage
The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max might double their maximum storage capacity to 2TB, thanks to higher-density Quad-Level Cell (QLC) NAND flash.
Photo via Android Authority // The casings of Apple's unreleased iPhones can be found online — so easily in fact that a handful of YouTubers have now demoed the alleged casings online.
Increased Memory
Both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are rumored to have 8GB of RAM, up from 6GB in the previous generation, improving multitasking performance.
Upgraded Neural Engine
The A18 chips are expected to include an upgraded Neural Engine with more cores to enhance AI and machine learning tasks.
Ultra-Thin Bezel Technology
Apple is rumored to use ultra-thin bezel technology to maximize display size across all iPhone 16 models, with the Pro models featuring the thinnest bezels yet.
New Polished Titanium Finish
The iPhone 16 Pro models may have a more polished titanium finish, replacing the brushed finish of the iPhone 15 Pro.
Reduced Lens Flare
A new anti-reflective coating technology could reduce lens flare and other photo artifacts, improving camera performance.
New Colors
The iPhone 16 Pro models might be available in black, white or silver, gray or "Natural Titanium," and rose, with the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus coming in black, green, pink, blue, and white.
Photo via Forbes // Are these Apple's unreleased iPhone 16 models? These images were recently published online purporting to show the colors of Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 series.
Looking Ahead
The iPhone 16 series is shaping up to be a major update, with enhanced hardware and new features set to debut soon. Keep an eye out for official announcements and releases, which are expected to follow the usual September timeline.
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