Apple is set to release its much-awaited iPhone 16 series at the “It’s Glotime” event on September 9. Along with the new iPhones, the tech giant will likely also introduce the Watch Series 10 and a few accessories. However, all eyes will be on the iPhone 16 lineup, which includes four models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
iPhone 16 series features and updates:
New screen sizes
Each iPhone 16 model will have different screen sizes, catering to different user preferences.
- iPhone 16: 6.1-inch display
- iPhone 16 Pro: 6.3-inch display (new size)
- iPhone 16 Plus: 6.7 inch display
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: 6.9-inch display (largest iPhone ever)
Like previous models, the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus will feature an OLED panel with a 60Hz refresh rate, while the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max will feature a panel with a 120Hz refresh rate.
design
-iPhone 16 and 16 Plus:
Colour: Black, White, Green, Yellow, Pink, Blue and Purple
Glass back and aluminium frame
-iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max:
Refined Finishes: Black Titanium, White Titanium, Grey Titanium and Gold Titanium
Glass back and titanium frame with glossy finish (similar to iPhone 14 Pro)
A18 chip
The iPhone 16 series features Apple’s new A18 chip, which is an integrated processor across all models. The Pro and Pro Max versions feature a speed-binned A18 Pro chip for improved performance, with higher CPU clock speeds and more GPU cores. Both chips use TSMC’s cutting-edge 3nm manufacturing process. Additionally, all models come with at least 8 GB of RAM, optimized for Apple intelligence, and from 128 GB to 2 TB of storage, depending on the model.
Camera Upgrades
While the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus will retain the same camera setup as their predecessors, the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are expected to get significant upgrades.
The Pro model will have a new 48 MP ultra-wide-angle lens, as well as a telephoto camera capable of 5x optical zoom. The cameras will also support spatial video recording with 3D playback on Apple Vision, although video resolution will be limited to 4K.
New buttons
Apple is reportedly adding new buttons to the iPhone 16 series. The Pro models will feature a larger action button, which was introduced with the iPhone 15 Pro, as well as a new capture button that is designed to make taking photos as easy as using a traditional digital camera.
Apple Intelligence
The new A18 chip will enable all models to support Apple Intelligence, bringing advanced AI capabilities to the entire lineup. Although details are sparse, the iPhone 16 series will introduce exclusive Apple Intelligence features, likely available with an iOS 18.1 update after the initial launch.
battery life
Battery life is always an important aspect of new iPhones, and the iPhone 16 series promises to improve that.
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: 4,676 mAh (largest battery ever in any iPhone)
- iPhone 16 Plus: 4,006 mAh
- iPhone 16: 3,561mAh
- iPhone 16 Pro: 3,355 mAh
