The iPhone 16 rumors promises several upgrades that could enhance Apple’s flagship and reduce the gap between the regular and Pro series.Various rumors and leaks have revealed the design and key features of the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max (and possibly an iPhone 16 Ultra). Excitingly, all models seem to be getting new and interesting features, ensuring a strong upgrade no matter your budget.
Keep reading for a summary of the latest iPhone 16 rumors, especially focusing on the base and Plus models.
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iPhone 16 cheat sheet: Biggest rumors
- Release date prediction: September 2024
- Price prediction: from $799
- Design: 6.1-inch standard and 6.7-inch Plus versions, redesigned camera block, Action button, Capture button; bigger screens on the Pro models
- Cameras: Spatial video support; upgraded ultrawide camera on the Pro models
- AI features: Generative AI in several Apple apps, including Photos and Notes
- Specs: A18 or A17 Pro chip, 8GB RAM, 256GB default storage, Wi-Fi 7/6E
- Battery: Larger battery in standard model and on both Pro models
- Software: iOS 18
iPhone 16: Possible price and availability
If Apple sticks to its usual schedule, the iPhone 16 should be released in September 2024. While delays are possible and have occurred a few times in recent years, Apple typically stays close to its planned timeline.
Currently, there are no specific pricing rumors for the iPhone 16, but it’s likely that the entry-level model will start around $800. The Pro models are expected to cost between $1,000 and $1,100, with higher storage options adding a few hundred dollars to the price. However, rising component costs could push iPhone 16 prices higher. For instance, the Galaxy S24 Ultra recently saw a $100 price increase, reaching $1,299.
If an iPhone 16 Ultra is released, it might be priced at $1,200 or more. However, it seems more likely that Apple will maintain its current lineup, including a standard model, a Plus version, and two Pro editions for the iPhone 16.
iPhone 16: Design
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After the iPhone 15 Pro introduced a new Action button in 2023, it appears that all iPhone 16 rumors models might feature a “Capture button.” This button, seen on prototype iPhone units, seems to function as a camera shutter button with an option to focus shots. However, the new iPhones are not expected to include a fingerprint sensor.
Another report suggests that the Action button will be included in the standard iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models, with functionality similar to what was seen on the iPhone 15 Pro.
Online prototypes for the iPhone 16 hint at repositioned main cameras. The non-Pro iPhone 16 models might adopt a vertical camera layout, potentially enabling them to shoot spatial video. Various mockups, leaked schematics, CAD drawings, and dummy units support this change.
Photos of iPhone 16 cases also confirm the vertically stacked cameras and the presence of both Action and Capture buttons on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus.
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When it comes to colors, the iPhone 16 Pro may introduce a new Rose option. Additionally, Space Black from the iPhone 14 Pro and the classic silver option might be making a comeback. For the basic models, all iPhone 15 colors could return, along with new white and purple options, providing users with the widest choice of iPhone colors yet. You can check out these colors in a leaked family photo.
It appears that Apple plans to remove the yellow option for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. According to Apple Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the iPhone 16 will come in black, green, pink, and white. Additionally, Apple may rename some of the colors, and even shades with similar names might look different from the current models.
Following the introduction of the Action button on the iPhone 15 Pro in 2023, it appears that all iPhone 16 models might feature a new “Capture button.” Seen on prototype units, this button seems to function as a camera shutter with an option to focus shots. As with previous models, the new iPhones are not expected to include a fingerprint sensor.
Another report suggests that the Action button will also be included in the standard iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models, functioning similarly to the one on the iPhone 15 Pro.
Online prototype designs for the iPhone 16 indicate repositioned main cameras. Non-Pro iPhone 16 models may adopt a vertical camera layout, potentially enabling spatial video capabilities. Various mockups, leaked schematics, CAD drawings, and dummy units support this design change.
Photos of what appear to be iPhone 16 cases confirm the vertically stacked cameras and the presence of both Action and Capture buttons on the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus.
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When it comes to colors, we may see Apple bring add a new Rose option to the iPhone 16 Pro. What’s more, Space Black from the iPhone 14 Pro, and the classic silver option, may be coming back too. As for the basic models, all iPhone 15 colors could be returning in one form or another, along with new white and purple options to give users the widest choice of iPhone colors yet. You can check those colors out in a family photo that got leaked here.
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