Apple’s next big release is highly anticipated, with rumours swirling about the iPhone 16 series. Set to be unveiled at the Apple Event 2024, scheduled for September 9, the new iPhone lineup is expected to include four models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. While Apple has remained tight-lipped about the specifics, various reports have provided insights into what we can expect in terms of pricing, features, and overall performance.
Apple iPhone 16 specifications (expected)
Display:
- The iPhone 16 is expected to feature a 6.1-inch display, with the Plus model offering a larger 6.7-inch screen.
- The Pro and Pro Max variants may come with 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch displays, respectively.
- The Pro models are rumoured to support a 120Hz refresh rate, ensuring a smoother and more responsive user experience.
Battery:
The battery capacities are anticipated to vary across the models:
- iPhone 16: 3561mAh
- iPhone 16 Plus: 4006mAh
- iPhone 16 Pro: 3355mAh
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: 4676mAh
Camera:
- Significant camera upgrades are expected, with the iPhone 16 models likely to feature vertically aligned camera modules, a shift from the current horizontal configuration.
- Reports suggest that the standard iPhone 16 may come with a 48 MP primary camera, featuring an f/1.6 aperture and 2x telephoto capabilities.
- The secondary camera is expected to be an ultra-wide lens with an f/2.2 aperture.
- For the Pro models, a triple camera setup is anticipated, comprising a wide camera, an ultra-wide camera, and a telephoto camera.
- The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus may include a 12MP ultra-wide-angle camera with 2x optical zoom, while the Pro series could feature a 48MP ultra-wide-angle lens.
Processor:
- The iPhone 16 Pro models are likely to be powered by Apple’s new A18 Pro chipset, promising enhanced performance and efficiency.
- The base variants, iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, are expected to feature the A17 chipset.
Storage:
- The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus may come with 128GB of internal storage.
- The Pro and Pro Max models are expected to offer 256GB of storage, catering to users who require more space for apps, media, and files.
Apple iPhone 16 price in India (expected)
The pricing for the iPhone 16 series is a significant point of interest.While official prices have yet to be confirmed, estimates suggest the following:
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