iPhone 16 series will be available for pre-booking on September 13, this is how you can book
Apple has launched its new iPhone 16 series, which has advanced A18 processor and Apple intelligence. Its pre-booking in India will start from September 13, with a price starting at Rs 79,900.
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Apple has launched its new iPhone 16 series, which includes the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The series features Apple’s new A18 series processors with Apple Intelligence, Apple’s own AI platform. The iPhone 16 series starts at Rs 79,900 in India. Interested buyers can start pre-booking the latest models from September 13 at 5:30 pm IST.
If you want to be one of the first to buy the iPhone 16 series, you can set a reminder for September 13. On that day you can pre-book by visiting the Apple Store, Apple India website or e-commerce platforms like Flipkart and Amazon as well as many retail stores. The official sale of the new iPhone will start from September 20, after which the iPhone 16 series will be available for purchase both online and in physical stores.
Here is a brief overview of the iPhone 16 series price in India:
- iPhone 16: Starting at Rs 79,900
- iPhone 16 Plus: Starting at Rs 89,900
- iPhone 16 Pro: Starting at ₹1,19,900
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: Starting at Rs 1,44,900
Additionally, Apple is offering an instant cashback of Rs 5,000 on purchases made with American Express, Axis Bank and ICICI Bank cards, which will provide an additional incentive for early buyers.
Features and Specifications of iPhone 16 Series
The iPhone 16 series introduces several new features and improvements over their predecessors, the iPhone 15 series.
Design and performance: The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus feature a new design reminiscent of the iPhone X, with a dual-camera setup in a capsule-shaped island. The iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch display, while the iPhone 16 Plus has a larger 6.7-inch screen.
On the other hand, the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max have a similar design to the iPhone 15 Pro, with the Pro model having a 6.3-inch display and the Pro Max having a larger 6.9-inch screen. Both Pro models include thin borders and 120Hz ProMotion displays.
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will be available in five colors: black, white, pink, teal, and ultramarine. The Pro models will be available in four color options: Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, and a new Desert Titanium.
Display: All models in the iPhone 16 series are powered by the advanced A18 chipset, which uses second-generation 3nm technology for improved performance and efficiency. The Pro models upgrade to the A18 Pro chipset, which is designed for even stronger performance and to better handle intensive tasks.
Camera: iPhone 16 and 16 Plus come with a 48-megapixel Fusion main camera, which combines 48-megapixel and 12-megapixel photos into a clear 24-megapixel image, featuring 2x telephoto zoom and a fast f/1.6 aperture for improved low-light photography.
The Pro models of the iPhone 16 series are equipped with a triple rear camera system, including a new 48-megapixel Fusion Camera with a second-generation quad-pixel sensor that allows for zero shutter lag in 48-megapixel ProRAW and HEIF photos. These models also support 4K120 video capture, feature a 48-megapixel ultra-wide camera with autofocus, and include a 5x telephoto lens and a 120mm focal length 12-megapixel sensor for improved zoom capabilities.
New buttons and Apple intelligence: The iPhone 16 series also features a new camera control button and an action button, which enhances the user’s ability to interact with and control the camera function. Additionally, the integration of Apple Intelligence features promises improved performance and user interaction.