iPhone 16 Series Rumors

With the recent spotlight on Apple’s Vision Pro headset, one might think iPhone rumors are scarce. Not the case! Leaks about the iPhone 16 series suggest a significant 2024 upgrade. Here’s a summary of key rumors:

iPhone 16 Camera Rumors

1. Vertical Camera Layout: iPhone 16 base models could feature a vertical camera setup for Spatial Video recording.
2. Micro-Lens Technology: Apple considering micro-lens technology for OLED displays in iPhone 16 to enhance brightness and reduce power consumption.
3. Super Telephoto Camera: iPhone 16 Pro Max could debut a super telephoto periscope camera for increased optical zoom.
4. Ultra Wide Lens Upgrade: iPhone 16 Pro models expected to have a 48MP Ultra Wide lens for improved low-light photography.
5. Tetraprism Lens: iPhone 16 Pro models may feature a tetraprism lens for 5x optical zoom.

Hardware Rumors

1. Expanded Storage: iPhone 16 Pro models may offer double the maximum storage capacity, reaching 2TB.
2. Increased Memory: iPhone 16 and 16 Plus rumored to feature 8GB of RAM for improved multitasking performance.
3. Faster Wi-Fi Support: iPhone 16 Pro models may get Wi-Fi 7, offering faster speeds and improved connectivity.
4. New AXX Series Chips: A18 Pro chip with TSMC’s 3nm process expected, while iPhone 16 and 16 Plus may have A17 chips.
5. 5G Qualcomm Modem: iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max likely to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X75 modem for improved 5G speeds.
6. Upgraded Microphone: Improved microphone for enhanced Siri experience in the iPhone 16.
7. Battery Changes: Rumors of larger batteries for iPhone 16 and Pro Max, while the iPhone 16 Plus might see reduced capacity.

Design Rumors

1. Larger Displays: iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max may sport 6.27- and 6.86-inch displays, the largest ever for iPhones.
2. Capture Button: All iPhone 16 models may introduce a dedicated “Capture Button” with enhanced features.
3. Action Button: The Action Button, featured in iPhone 15 Pro models, may be expanded to standard iPhone 16 models in 2024.
4. New Thermal Design: Graphene thermal system and metal battery casings for reduced overheating in the iPhone 16 lineup.

Software Rumors

1. Generative AI: iPhone 16 rumored to introduce generative AI features, enhancing Siri and other functionalities.

Stay tuned for more details as the iPhone 16 series launch approaches in September. For in-depth coverage, follow the provided links to our dedicated roundups on Mac-User.