With each passing day we are getting closer to the launch of the much-awaited iPhone 16 series. Following the tradition, this year too, Apple is expected to introduce the series in early September with 4 variants iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Leaks and speculations suggest that this year iPHone 16 series will bring significant updates to provide users with a better and faster iPhone experience.

Take a detailed look at what we’re expecting from the upcoming iPhone 16 lineup.

Design and display upgrades expected in iPhone 16 series

One of the most striking changes in the iPhone 16 series is speculated to be the introduction of an ultra-thin bezel technology called Border Reduction Structure (BRS). This upgrade will maximize the size of the display by reducing the bezel at the bottom of the screen. The BRS technology involves rolling the internal copper wiring into a compact package, thereby providing a sleek and expansive display. Apple is rumoured to implement this technology in all four models of the iPhone 16 series, with the Pro models featuring the thinnest bezels of any smartphone ever.

In addition, all iPhone 16 models are also likely to include a new “capture button” at the bottom right, allowing users to easily capture images and videos. This button will enable users to zoom, focus and start recording with different pressures, improving the photography and videography experience.

Additionally, the Pro models are also rumoured to get an upgraded finish for their titanium chassis. Unlike the brushed finish of the iPhone 15 Pro, the iPhone 16 Pro models will have a polished look that is less prone to scratches, providing both durability and aesthetics.

Camera upgrade expected in iPhone 16 series

With every new Pro model, Apple tries to push the boundaries of mobile photography. This year, Apple is expected to give its base model of the iPhone 16 a vertical camera arrangement with a pill-shaped raised surface, different from the diagonal setup of the iPhone 15. This new design includes separate rings for the wide and ultra wide cameras, enabling spatial video recording, which was previously exclusive to the Pro models.

The iPhone 16 Pro models are also expected to feature an upgraded 48-megapixel ultra wide camera lens. This upgrade will improve low-light performance and allow for 48-megapixel ProRAW photos in ultra wide mode. Additionally, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is rumoured to feature a super telephoto periscope camera, which boosts optical zoom capabilities up to 5x, a feature currently limited to the iPhone 15 Pro Max.

To complement these advancements, Apple is also reportedly testing a new anti-reflective optical coating technology. This coating, applied using atomic layer deposition (ALD) equipment, will reduce artifacts such as lens flare and ghosting, as well as protect the camera lens from environmental damage.

Performance and storage expected to increase in iPhone 16 series

The iPhone 16 series is expected to feature Apple’s next-generation A18 Pro chip. Manufactured using TSMC’s second-generation 3nm process (N3E), this chip will offer improved performance and efficiency. The A18 chip will also support Apple Intelligence features debuting in iOS 18, facilitating advanced AI functionalities on the device.

Storage and memory options are also expected to feature significant improvements. The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models could offer up to 2TB of storage, which would double the maximum capacity of their predecessors. Additionally, the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models are expected to feature 8GB of RAM, an improvement over the 6GB in the iPhone 15 models.

iPhone 16 series battery and charging improvements expected

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Max are rumoured to have bigger batteries with capacity increases of 6 per cent and 5 per cent, respectively. However, the iPhone 16 Plus could see a 9 per cent reduction in battery capacity. To meet the increased power demand, Apple is also likely to use stacked battery technology to increase energy density and lifespan.

Charging capabilities are also expected to improve with the iPhone 16 series as Apple may bring support for 40W wired fast charging and 20W MagSafe charging. This upgrade is aimed at offsetting the longer charging times caused by the larger battery, ensuring that users can charge their devices quickly.