iPhone 16 Pro: What new features to expect?
Apple is gearing up for the launch of the iPhone 16 series, with its annual event scheduled for Monday, 9 September. The new models, including the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max, are expected to be available shortly after the announcement.
Larger displays
The iPhone 16 Pro series is set to introduce larger displays. While the standard iPhone 16 and 16 Plus will retain their previous sizes, the 16 Pro will feature a 6.3-inch screen, an increase from the 6.1-inch on the iPhone 15 Pro. The 16 Pro Max will have a 6.9-inch display, up from the 6.7-inch of its predecessor. This marks a shift from the display sizes that have been the standard for the past five years.
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A18 pro chip with enhanced AI
The non-Pro models in the iPhone 16 lineup will include the A18 chip, but the 16 Pro and Pro Max will have the A18 Pro variant. This chip will deliver better CPU and GPU performance, with an emphasis on improving the Neural Engine for handling AI tasks.
New colour choices
New colour options are also expected this year. The blue titanium finish will be replaced by 'Desert Titanium' or a gold variant with rose accents. The black titanium is likely to become darker, resembling a midnight finish, while other colour variants such as natural and white titanium will see some adjustments.
New 'Capture' button for photography
The iPhone 16 models will feature a new physical button called the 'Capture' button, positioned on the right side of the device below the Side button. This addition will make it easier to take photos, and may offer gesture support for zoom and focus functions.
Camera enhancements
The Ultra Wide camera on the iPhone 16 Pro will be upgraded to 48MP, up from 12MP, matching the Main camera's resolution and potentially improving Spatial Video capture. Additionally, the smaller 16 Pro will now support 5x optical zoom, which was previously exclusive to the Pro Max. Improvements in low light photography and night mode are also anticipated.
Battery and connectivity upgrades
Battery capacity is expected to increase, with the 16 Pro featuring a 3,577mAh battery, and the 16 Pro Max a 4,676mAh battery. Changes in the thermal design are aimed at reducing overheating. Connectivity enhancements may include support for Wi-Fi 7 and a faster 5G modem for improved speeds.
