Apple iPhone 16 Series: A Leap Forward in Innovation and Performance

Apple iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max: Hands-on experience - Times of India

Apple unveiled its new iPhone 16 series featuring four models: the standard iPhone 16 and Plus variants along with the advanced Pro and Pro Max versions. Key upgrades include larger Super Retina XDR displays, the powerful A18 Pro chipset, enhanced camera systems, and they run on iOS 18. Prices start at Rs 1,19,900.Apple unveiled its much-awaited iPhone 16 series of smartphones at 'its Glowtime' event on September 9. The company has launched four new smartphones under the series -- iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. We got our hands on the two Pro models and we spent some time with them. Here is our hands-on experience with the two new iPhone 16 Pro models. The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max stick closely to Apple's signature design language, but with subtle refinements. The devices retain the overall form factor of their predecessors and the same titanium alloy frame. Despite the increased display size and the titanium body, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are light in weight. The matte finish of the rear panel feels premium and offers better resistance to fingerprints. The right side of the smartphone houses the power button and the new camera control button which allows the users to quickly access the camera and take photos or start video recording. The left has the volume buttons and the same Action Button which the company introduced last year with the iPhone 15 Pro models. The USB Type-C charging port is placed at the bottom. Coming to the display, Apple has increased the display size on both iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Both models boast Super Retina XDR displays, with the iPhone 16 Pro featuring a 6.1-inch screen and the iPhone 16 Pro Max measuring in at 6.7 inches. Apple has upped the brightness to 2,500 nits, making it one of the brightest displays on the market. The always-on display and ProMotion technology with 120Hz adaptive refresh rate return, providing ultra-smooth scrolling and fluid animations. The bezels have been further reduced, which essentially maximises screen real estate for an 'immersive' viewing experience. The panel on both the Pro models is protected with a layer of latest-generation Ceramic Shield, which Apple claims is 2x tougher than glass on any other smartphone. Under the hood, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are powered by Apple's new A18 Pro chipset, built on a 3nm process. The company claims that this chipset offers impressive speed improvements, particularly for AI tasks and gaming, while also being more power-efficient. iPhones have consistently led the way in performance, and the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are no exception. Apps open instantly, and multitasking feels effortless. You will have to wait for our complete review to read about the gaming capabilities of the A18 Pro chipset. Both models ship with iOS 18, which introduces new features like the customisable Home Screen layout, enhanced widgets, and Apple Intelligence -- a personal AI that learns user preferences to offer smart suggestions. Apple Intelligence will be available as a free software update. The first set of Apple Intelligence features will be available in beta next month as part of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, with more features rolling out in the months to come. The all-new iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 Pro Max 48MP Fusion (f/1.78) camera, second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilisation for video, ƒ/1.6 aperture, 48MP 120° Ultra Wide (f/2.2) secondary camera, 12MP Telephoto (ƒ/2.8) camera, optical image stabilisation, 5x optical zoom in. There's also a 12MP TrueDepth front camera with f/1.9 aperture. The new 48MP Fusion camera with a faster quad-pixel sensor enables 4K120 fps video recording in Dolby Vision. Also, the 48MP ultra-wide angle lens is designed for higher-resolution photography. Apple has also improved video recording with 8K resolution and enhanced stabilisation, making these devices a powerhouse for content creators. The new AI-powered Photonic Engine enhances image processing, delivering stunning results in both photography and videography. All the photos we clicked using the iPhone 16 Pro models turned out well. The level of detail and colour reproduction is stunning, leaving a lasting impression. The portraits we captured were impressive and exceeded expectations. Not to forget the Camera Control button further enhances the camera experience on the smartphone. The tactile switch enables you to quickly access the camera and the light press gesture allows for touch interactions. A new camera preview helps you to frame the shot and adjust other control options -- such as zoom, exposure, or depth of field -- to compose a stunning photo or video by sliding their finger on the Camera Control. However, we still need to thoroughly test the iPhone 16 Pro's cameras to provide a verdict. Overall, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max offer impressive upgrades in every department. Whether it's the sleek design, powerful hardware, or cutting-edge camera system. The iPhone 16 Pro starts at Rs 1,19,900 whereas the iPhone 16 Pro Max starts at Rs 1,44,900. Apple seems to have hit the mark with the iPhone 15 Pro series. But are the new iPhones worth the upgrade? Stay tuned for our comprehensive review.

Apple iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus: First impressions - Times of India

Apple has launched its new iPhone 16 series, including the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. These models feature an Action button and Camera Control button for quick access to functions. Powered by the A18 Bionic chipset, they promise better performance and battery life. The phones also boast a new camera setup with a 48MP Fusion camera.Apple finally took the wraps off its latest iPhone 16 series smartphones on September 9 at 'its Glowtime' event. The new series comprises - iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Along with a new chipset, this year Apple has also included the Action button and Camera Control button in the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. We got the chance to spend some time with the new non-Pro models and here's our first impressions of the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus maintain the sleek and refined design Apple is known for, but with subtle enhancements. Both models feature a durable aerospace-grade aluminum frame, with a glass back that comes in several new vibrant colours. The iPhone 16 is compact with its 6.1-inch form factor, while the iPhone 16 Plus offers a larger 6.7-inch display for those who prefer more screen real estate. The phones are slightly thinner than the previous generation, and their rounded edges make them comfortable to hold. Both the iPhone 16 and the iPhone 16 Plus now come with the Action button which the company introduced last year with the iPhone 15 Pro models. The Action button allows you to easily access a variety of functions with just a press. Users can quickly open the camera, flashlight, or controls; switch between Ring and Silent and more. Along with this, the Action button and also access in-app functionality. Apart from the Action button, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus also come with a Camera Control button which enables you to quickly launch the camera, take a photo, and start video recording. The Action button has replaced the mute button and is placed on the left along with the volume controls, while the Camera Capture button is located on the right below the power button. The company has also changed the camera placement in the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models feature a vertical dual rear camera setup similar to the iPhone X. The USB charging port is placed at the bottom. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have the same 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch displays, respectively, as the iPhone 15 models. With up to 2000 nits of peak brightness, these displays are brighter than ever, ensuring excellent visibility in bright outdoor conditions. The True Tone technology and enhanced colour accuracy make for a more immersive viewing experience, perfect for everything from streaming to gaming. The iPhone 16 models still feature a 60Hz refresh rate, meaning they lack the ProMotion technology that allows for a variable refresh rate up to 120Hz. However, despite this, scrolling and animations on the iPhone 16 remain smooth and responsive. Both iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are powered by Apple's own A18 Bionic chipset. The company claims that the new chipset on the smartphones delivers a smooth performance and also gives a boost to the battery life. Built on 3-nanometer technology, the chipset claims to deliver 30 percent higher sustained performance for gaming while ensuring Apple Intelligence runs efficiently on iPhone. In our time with the smartphones, they functioned smoothly. Apps launched quickly, and multitasking was effortless. Both models come with iOS 18, introducing new features such as customizable Home Screen layouts, enhanced widgets, and Apple Intelligence -- an AI that learns user preferences to provide smart suggestions. Apple Intelligence will be available as a free software update, with the first set of features launching in beta next month as part of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1. Additional features will roll out in the coming months. As for the camera setup, both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus feature a 48MP Fusion camera that offers a 2x optical-quality Telephoto option, essentially providing two cameras in one. This allows users to zoom in and frame shots more easily. Additionally, the 12MP Ultra Wide camera with autofocus supports macro photography, enabling detailed close-up shots alongside wider-angle photos. While we haven't fully tested the cameras yet, our initial experience left us impressed with their accuracy and detailed results. For a more in-depth analysis, you'll need to wait for our full review. With the new camera button, action button, and Apple Intelligence, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus have the potential to be big hits. Stay tuned for our review to find out if they're worth the upgrade.

iPhone 16 Pro is the biggest Pro upgrade in years. Here's why I'm so hyped

With the new iPhone 16 Pro, Apple seems to have fixed most of the pressing issues with the 15 Pro, while adding a handful of new features in the process. The iPhone 16 Pro packs a slew of upgrades that everyday users will appreciate. Apart from the new powerful and efficient A18 Pro processor, Apple has fixed (at least on paper) some outstanding issues with the new Pro lineup. This makes it one of the biggest Pro iPhone upgrades in years. Also: Everything Apple announced at iPhone 16 event: AirPods, Apple Watch Series 10, AI, more Apple's last two standout features on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro were Dynamic Island and Action Button. While Apple has been introducing a hero feature each year, it made the iPhone 14 Pro unergonomic with added weight and a flat edge design. It was fixed to an extent, using Titanium on the iPhone 15 Pro. However, two issues have plagued the Pro iPhones for years that were finally addressed with the 16 Pro. The biggest issues with the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro were less-than-average battery life and lens flare, and Apple seems to have focused on those issues with the iPhone 16 Pro series. Apple says the iPhone 16 Pro series has the "best battery life on any iPhone." It's a tall claim, especially given that the battery life on my iPhone 15 Pro has been average at best. I'm a heavy phone user, requiring a charge twice daily. The last time an iPhone offered an all-day battery life (and a bit more) was the iPhone 13 Pro Max. It remains the phone battery life benchmark for me to date. If the iPhone 16 Pro Max can reach anywhere near that experience, it'd be fantastic. Also: iPhone 16 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro: Is it worth an upgrade? The new 3nm A18 Pro processor features the same two performance cores and four efficiency cores structure. However, Apple claims to deliver 15% CPU performance and 20% gains in graphics performance while being more efficient than the A17 Pro. I still have doubts about how it'd perform in day-to-day life, but I have high hopes. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro lineup also fixes another iPhone-centric issue: lens flare. Apple didn't talk about it on the event stage, but the new iPhones are equipped with an anti-reflective lens coating, which aims to mitigate this effect when the camera is pointed towards a direct source of light. It has been a prolonged issue that has affected the overall quality of my campfire and Diwali photos, but I'll be putting the anti-reflective lens coating to the test. The iPhone 16 Pro series is the closest professional camera system on a phone that you can get. It has an upgraded camera system with a new 48MP fusion camera, an updated 48MP ultrawide camera, and the same 5x optical zoom capable 12MP telephoto camera on both devices. You can now also click 48MP macro shots and shoot 4K Dolby Vision videos at up to 120fps (including slow-mo videos). Apple claims to offer color grading in real-time with the new Photographic Styles feature. I've used different photographic styles on the previous two iPhones but this is an updated version where you can locally adjust color, highlights, and shadows in real time. Also: I want to be excited about the iPhone 16's new camera button, but can't (for now) The iPhone 16 Pro also adds a new Camera Control button that is more than just a shutter control button. As a traveler, I love this feature already. You can launch the camera with a tap, click a photo, shoot a video, and adjust parameters such as zoom, exposure, depth of field in the Portrait mode, and more with swipes. It cleans up the viewfinder to give you more space for framing your shots. The Camera Control button also includes a "visual intelligence" feature that allows you to learn about objects and places you see by simply snapping a photo of it. It's like a mix of Google Lens and Circle to Search, and will go live with the Apple Intelligence beta in October in the U.S. I've accidentally dropped my iPhone 15 Pro a couple of times -- and it did not end well. While the back wasn't scratched in my one-year caseless test, the Titanium started peeling off around the edges. The iPhone 16 Pro offers Grade 5 Titanium on its build for better durability. Moreover, the Ceramic Shield display is claimed to be 2x tougher than before -- making the new iPhones tougher quite a bit more resilient. I'm also looking forward to using the bigger 6.3-inch display on the iPhone 16 Pro. I like big screens but settled for the 6.1-inch iPhone 15 Pro because Apple's Pro Max iPhones are wider than the competition, which makes them unwieldy. The 6.3-inch display is the perfect form factor. Also: Every iPhone 16 model compared: Which new iPhone should you buy? It's more tempting now because Apple isn't limiting its best camera system to the Pro Max model. Unlike last year, both the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro feature the same camera system. The bigger size has also allowed Apple to pack in more battery capacity. Apple Intelligence will be at the heart of the iPhone 16 Pro's feature set when it comes out, despite the fact that it will also be available on the iPhone 15 Pro. The hardware on the 16 Pro is quite a step up, however, making it a solid upgrade this year.

iPhone 16 and 16 Pro are packed with upgrades led by AI and Camera Control

iPhone 16 has a lot of new features and upgrades, but Apple Intelligence leads the show. The new iPhones are here, and they're all about two things: Apple Intelligence and improved camera capabilities. And while Apple is focusing on those things first and foremost, you can expect better performance, battery life, and loads of other upgrades as well. These are the most significant upgrades to iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro. Apple Intelligence was announced at WWDC in June, but these new generative AI features coming to iOS 18 (over the course of several updates) could previously only run on the iPhone 15 Pro. That is, until the iPhone 16 line. Tim Cook said multiple times that the iPhone 16 family was "built from the ground up for Apple Intelligence." Apple didn't announce any new features, instead reminding everyone of all the Apple Intelligence announced at WWDC: writing tools, an all-new Siri with personalized context, image generation including AI-made custom emojis, and totally new creative images with the new Image Playground app, summaries of emails and notifications, and so on. While the iPhone 15 Pro will get all these features, the iPhone 16 line marks the first time Apple is making them available in a non-pro model, and with the iPhone 15 Pro dropping out of the iPhone lineup, the new iPhone 16 models will be the only way to get a new iPhone with Apple Intelligence. It's going to be a gradual rollout, though. Apple Intelligence features will appear piece-by-piece starting in October with iOS 18.1 for U.S. English, with additional features and languages coming in later iOS 18 updates. For more on the rollout of Apple Intelligence features, see our guide. Apple finally added a camera button! Actually, Apple doesn't even call it a button, they call it "Camera Control" because it does much more than a simple button would. The Camera Control is a new hardware element that sits flush with the body of the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro, placed down on the right side so it sits underneath your index finger when you're shooting in landscape orientation as a camera shutter would. It's capacitive and can detect pressure and gestures, and works with the Taptic Engine to provide physical feedback. There are several functions. Pressing it will open the camera app, and a longer press will open a new Apple Intelligence-powered visual search. Once in the camera app, the button gains more functionality. Press it again to take a photo or press and hold to start recording a video. Tap the control with a light press to bring up new controls where you can swipe to zoom, adjust exposure, change photographic styles, and more. A double-tap will bring up all the controls so you can pick which one your swipes will adjust. Apple is also making these tools available to developers so they can use Camera Control in their apps in whatever way fits, such as changing filters in Instagram. Of course, Camera Control is joined by some new camera hardware and software features. The iPhone 16 gains a new 48MP "Fusion" main camera that shoots 24MP and 48MP images and an upgraded 12MP ultra-wide camera that includes autofocus and can take macro shots. The iPhone 16 Pro gets a new 48MP ultra-wide camera and the 5x telephoto camera that was previously exclusive to the iPhone 15 Pro Max will now be available on both sizes of the iPhone 16 Pro. Both iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro have a new anti-reflective lens coating on the main "Fusion" camera to reduce lens glare. Apple is giving Photographic Styles a big upgrade with new technology that operates deeper into the image pipeline along with a host of new style options. A new control pad interface is designed to make it easier to adjust the styles to your liking, and you can now finally apply and adjust styles after you take the photo. Both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro have new thermal management and design changes that are designed to allow the processor to run faster under sustained workloads, like gaming or long video edits. Apple says this results in 30 percent better sustained performance in games on the iPhone 16 and a 20 percent improvement on the iPhone 16 Pro. The batteries in both models are larger, which combines with the more efficient A18 processors and other efficiency improvements to offer better battery life than any other iPhone generation. Apple claims the iPhone 16 Pro will last from 2 hours (streaming video) to 10 hours (audio playback) longer than the iPhone 15 Pro. The iPhone 16 Pro Max's battery life is improved by 4 hours (streaming video) to 10 hours (audio playback) compared to the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Based on these numbers, it's the longest battery life in any iPhone ever. The iPhone 16 is supposed to get two hours longer battery life when playing back video, relative to the iPhone 15, and the iPhone 16 Plus boosts that to 4 hours, also the longest battery life of any non-Pro iPhone yet. Of course, every new iPhone comes with a new processor. Apple says it is jumping ahead "two generations" in the non-pro model, moving from the A16 to the new A18. The A18 is built using a second-generation 3nm process that has faster and more efficient transistors. It's got an updated 16-core Neural Engine, a 5-core GPU with hardware-accelerated ray tracing, and an improved six-core CPU (two performance cores and four efficiency cores). The GPU is said to be 40 percent faster than the GPU in the A16 Bionic. The iPhone 16 Pro gets an upgraded processor in the form of the A18 Pro. It still has a six-core CPU (two performance and four efficiency cores) but it's a new design with larger caches, better matrix operations for machine learning, and improved efficiency. Apple claims it is 15% faster than the CPU in the A17 Pro, and can deliver the same performance as A17 Pro while using 20% less power. The A18 Pro has a six-core GPU that Apple says is 20% faster than the A17 Pro's. Both the A18 and A18 Pro have 17 percent higher memory bandwidth than previous-generation Apple Silicon. We'll have much more to say about the new iPhone 16 line in the coming days, but here are some additional odds and ends you may want to know about. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro will be available for preorder on Friday, September 13, and will be available in stores on Friday, September 20. Prices are the same as the iPhone 15 line:

iPhone 16 vs iPhone 15: From A18 processor to new 'Camera Control', a look at what's changed this year

Apple launched unveiled its four new iPhone 16 models at the 'It's Glowtime' event on Monday with a major focus on software related enhancement brought on due to Apple Intelligence. While Apple enthusiasts have grown accustomed to the Pro models getting all the latest features, this year Apple also provided some major upgrades to the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. With the new upgrades, iPhone 16 standard models will now be the cheapest way to access the Apple Intelligence features given that neither the iPhone 15 or 15 Plus supports these features. Moreover, despite the new improvements, these devices start at the same starting price as last year, ₹79,900 for the iPhone 16 and ₹89,900 for the iPhone 16. Apple usually reuses its last year's Pro model chipsets on the standard models next year but this has changed with the iPhone 16. The Cupertino based tech giant has powered the iPhone 16 with the brand new A18 chipset, which will not only leads to great performance and support for AAA titles but also ability to run on-device AI models via Apple Intelligence. While Apple doesn't publicly reveal the amount of RAM it is using in the latest generation smartphones, a report by Macrumors has revealed that iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus come with the same 8GB of RAM as the Pro models. The report states that RAM details were revealed via the latest version of Apple developer tool Xcode 16. Even prior to this development, multiple reports had suggested that Apple was planning to bump the RAM on iPhone 16 lineup to 8GB (up from 6GB last year) in order to help the new devices handle AI operations with ease. iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus feature the Action Button, which was reserved for the Pro lineup until last year. With the new button, users can access a variety of features with a single press, including opening the camera app, flashlight, activating voice memos, translate, magnifier and more. Apple has added a new touch sensitive button on all four iPhone 16 models this year, called 'Camera Control'. The new button can be used to launch the Camera app, take photos and videos, zoom in and out of photos, and adjust other settings such as exposure and depth of field. Apple has rejigged the design of iPhone 16 series with the addition of a vertical pill shpaed camera layout in place of the square shaped layout found on its predecessor. The latest iPhone standard models come with a 48MP Fusion camera with 2x optical zoom and 12MP ultra-wide angle lens, which also enables macro photography. Milestone Alert! Livemint tops charts as the fastest growing news website in the world 🌏 Click here to know more. 3.6 Crore Indians visited in a single day choosing us as India's undisputed platform for General Election Results. Explore the latest updates here!

iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus Hands On: Camera Control, Action Button and New Colors

Expertise Apple | Samsung | Google | Smartphones | Smartwatches | Wearables | Fitness trackers Apple's newest phones are official, and CNET got to try them out. At its "Glowtime" event on Monday, the company took the wraps off of its latest iPhones, with the base models predictably called the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. The biggest differences between the iPhone 16 and last year's iPhone 15 are the introduction of a new dedicated camera "button," the addition of the Action button (previously exclusive to the Pro), a new A18 processor and improvements to zoom camera quality. Apple is also touting its new iPhone lineup as being the first phones built for Apple Intelligence at a time when tech giants are competing to inject their most important products with more AI. Pricing remains the same as last year's phones: the 128GB iPhone 16 starts at $799 (£799, AU$1,399) and the 128GB iPhone 16 Plus starts at $899 (£899, AU$1,599). The phones will be available for preorder on Friday and hit stores on Sept. 20. Looking to preorder the latest Apple devices? We're rounding up the best iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4 deals at launch. The new iPhones will have a redesigned rear camera bump that aligns the sensors vertically, similar to how they appeared on the back of the iPhone X, XS, XR, 11 and 12 (the iPhone 13, 14 and 15 had rear cameras that were diagonally aligned). Vertically aligning the cameras makes them capable of recording spatial photos and videos for viewing on Apple's Vision Pro headset. More notably for those looking to improve their photo and video shooting, there is now a dedicated camera control "button" along the side of the device. Apple has long pitched that the iPhone was on par with DSLRs, and this dedicated button may make it even easier to capture moments and memories. Clicking the button takes a photo while sliding can adjust zoom. Double pressing can switch modes or settings. Apple says the "camera control" will be usable in third-party apps. Based on the time that CNET's Lisa Eadicicco spent trying the Phone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, Camera Control seems like a lot of fun to play around with. You can access different settings and controls by sliding your finger across the sensor like a touchpad. It feels like a button and a touchpad in one, building on the idea Apple introduced with its QuickTake feature on the iPhone 11, which lets you record a video by holding the shutter button. CNET will need to spend more time with the iPhone 16 before deciding how useful Camera Control is, and how well it works. But so far, it seems like a useful way to manage camera settings and shooting modes without obscuring the screen with your finger. The more interesting use for Camera Control, though, is a new tool Apple is calling "visual intelligence." You'll be able to press and hold the Camera Control button to quickly point the iPhone's camera at a place or object to learn more about it, almost like Google Lens. It's another sign that tech companies are positioning the camera as a tool not just for capturing photos, but for learning more about the world around you. Google and OpenAI, for example, have both been touting the way their mobile virtual assistants can answer questions and process requests based on images and text. But this feature won't be available at launch; Apple says it's coming later this year. As for camera specs, the main camera remains a 48-megapixel shooter (capable of 2x telephoto shots at 12 megapixels) while there is a new ultrawide sensor that Apple says "can capture up to 2.6x more light." The camera button isn't the only new addition to the iPhone 16 line, with both models gaining an "Action" button similar to what was added to the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max last year. This button lets you set shortcuts to open specific apps or tasks (like setting the phone to "Do Not Disturb," opening the flashlight or setting a direct coffee order from Dunkin'). It's a small change, but a practical one that should make the base iPhone more personal and customizable. Displays for the new phones will be similar to 2024's iPhone 15 and 15 Plus: 6.1 inches on the smaller model and 6.7 inches on the larger Plus. Those looking for larger displays will need to look at the new iPhone 16 Pro (now 6.3 inches) and 16 Pro Max models (now 6.9 inches). The Pro models will also have improved cameras and even faster processors. All iPhone 16 models will run iOS 18 on the new A18 processor, which is capable of tapping into the company's new Apple Intelligence AI features. Apple says the iPhone 16 will have a "bigger battery," but it didn't reveal how much longer the battery will last during the presentation. Looking at the specs page, Apple now says that the iPhone 16 will have two more hours of video playback compared to the iPhone 15 (for both watching videos stored locally and streaming videos). The iPhone 16 Plus will have one more hour of local video playback and four more hours of streaming video playback. Like the iPhone 15 line, the phones will be able to physically charge over USB-C or wirelessly over MagSafe or Qi2. MagSafe charging can now take advantage of faster 25-watt speeds, an increase from the max of 15 watts on the iPhone 15. (Qi-based wireless charging remains at 15 watts for Qi2 chargers and 7.5 watts for older Qi chargers.) The new base iPhone 16 and 16 Plus colors are white, black, ultramarine (blue), teal (green) and pink, and they look bright and colorful in person. Between the new Camera Control and Action button, along with a new processor and camera improvements, the iPhone 16 seems like a notable improvement over the iPhone 15. But the big question on everyone's minds will likely be whether Apple Intelligence is worth the upgrade, since these new phones are among the only models to run Apple's new AI features. We'll know more once we've had the chance to spend more time with it and when Apple Intelligence rolls out.

iPhone 16: Not just new colours, here are 5 big upgrades you can't miss

Apple's recent unveiling of the iPhone 16 series at its annual event has sparked a wave of social media jokes and critiques, with many suggesting that the iPhone has hit a plateau in innovation. Critics argue that the iPhone has become predictable, with each new model offering only incremental updates. However, the iPhone 16 series defies this notion by introducing several new features that go beyond mere colour changes. These innovations not only set the iPhone 16 apart from its predecessors but also challenge other smartphone manufacturers to rethink their approach to smartphone design. The iPhone 16 stands out with its five key upgrades that redefine user expectations and experience. From a significant leap in charging speeds to advanced camera, these features represent a substantial shift in what a smartphone can offer. The iPhone 16 challenges other smartphone makers to rethink their own design mantra proving that Apple continues to lead the way in creating devices that meet modern technological demands. Take a look at these updates. The A18 chip powering the iPhone 16 series offers a significant performance boost over its predecessors. With faster CPU cores, efficient transistors, enhanced GPU capabilities, improved Neural Engine, and optimised power efficiency, the A18 delivers smoother graphics, higher frame rates, more accurate machine learning tasks, and longer battery life. The A18 Pro chip, powering the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max, offers a substantial upgrade from the A18. It enhances performance with a more robust GPU, which not only improves graphics quality but also supports advanced features like hardware-accelerated ray tracing for richer visual experiences. While it shares the same advanced Neural Engine as the A18, the A18 Pro amplifies its capabilities, providing even quicker and more precise AI and machine learning functions. Biggest iPhones so far The iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max are Apple's largest iPhones yet, featuring expansive 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch displays, respectively. The reduction in bezel size further amplifies their impressive screen area, giving the devices an even more expansive feel. Faster MagSafe charger for iPhone 16 Apple unveiled a new, more powerful MagSafe charger for the iPhone 16 series. This updated charger is compatible with all iPhones and Qi2 devices, but only the iPhone 16 models can take advantage of the faster 25W wireless charging rate. Professional-level camera in iPhone 16 Pro The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max feature a new 48MP Fusion camera with a faster quad-pixel sensor that supports 4K video recording at 120 frames per second (fps) in Dolby Vision. This is the highest resolution and frame-rate combination ever offered on an iPhone, allowing for a detailed and professional-like video capture.

iPhone 16 and 16 Plus Launched with Camera Control, Improved Camera & More

iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will be available in five colors - Ultra Marine, Teal, Pink, White, and Black. The much-awaited AI iPhones are finally here! Apple unveiled the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus at the "Glowtime" hardware launch event on September 9, 2024. This time, the vanilla models arrive in style with some significant upgrades like the new A18 chipset with 8GB RAM, Action Button, the much-rumored Camera Control, Apple Intelligence support, and more. Here's a look at what we got! As anticipated, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus made an entry with some design changes which instantly differentiate them from last year's iPhone 15 & 15 Plus models. The iPhone 16 is made from Aerospace grade aluminum with a second-gen Glass Ceramic Shield on the front. One of the most noteworthy changes on the iPhone 16 is the vertically aligned camera system with a pill-shaped camera bump that houses a 48MP wide and a 12MP ultra-wide sensor for more expansive scenes with 0.5x zoom. You'll get an improved 48MP primary fusion camera and a 12MP ultra-wide camera on iPhone 16 comes with Autofocus and Macro photography for the first time. This will improve the night photography game on the vanilla iPhone 16 models by allowing users to capture more detailed low-light shots. One of the most interesting additions to the iPhone 16 models is the brand-new Camera Control with dedicated camera features. Sitting on the bottom-right of the iPhone, the Capture Button lets you quickly open the Camera app, zoom in/out, adjust focus, and tweak other settings while shooting videos in landscape mode. Also, the iPhone 16 & 16 Plus houses the programmable Action Button which made its debut last year with the iPhone 15 Pro models. Yes, Apple has completely ditched the classic Mute switch. Talking about the innards, the iPhone 16 & 16 Plus are powered by the brand-new A18 Bionic chipset, which is built using a second-gen 3nm technology and includes a 6-core CPU, a 5-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. After using the last-gen iPhone Pro's SoC in the new vanilla models for consecutive two years, Apple has finally introduced a new chipset across its entire iPhone 16 lineup. Apple claims that the iPhone 16 offers 30% faster CPU performance compared to the iPhone 15. Thanks to the A18 processor, the iPhone 16 now supports AAA titles and delivers an improved gaming experience. The New thermal design improves heat dissipation, offering 30% higher sustained performance for graphics. For the first time, the iPhone 16 models come with an upgraded 8GB of RAM (up from 6GB) for faster performance and Apple Intelligence support. You can access all the Apple Intelligence features like phone call recording, Summarize web pages, Writing Tools, and more. This is the most exciting upgrade and the biggest differentiator between the new iPhone 16 and last year's iPhone 15 model. If you're using a super-old model, Apple Intelligence would be an intelligent reason to upgrade to the new iPhone 16. In addition, the iPhone 16 supports brand-new Visual Intelligence that uses on-device intelligence to help you learn about your surroundings. You can learn about things in your camera's viewfinder. For instance, you can point the camera to a cafe and your iPhone will bring details like open hours, menu, and more. Both these phones come with Super Retina XDR OLED displays, with the iPhone 16 featuring the same 6.1-inch size and the iPhone 16 Plus having a bigger, 6.7-inch display. Like their predecessors, both models support up to 2000 nits of brightness. Sadly, the standard iPhone 16 models are still stuck with the 60Hz refresh rates. Both models come with an iOS 18, a USB-C charging port, an all-day battery life, an upgraded microphone for enhanced Siri, Wi-Fi 7 support, and more. You get to choose from three storage options: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. As we predicted, Apple didn't increase the price of its base models. It's nice to see that despite several performance upgrades and AI support, the iPhone 16 comes with the same price tag as the iPhone 15. The iPhone 16 starts at $799, while the bigger iPhone 16 Plus has a starting price of $899. They will be available in five vibrant and more saturated colorways, including Ultra Marine, Teal, Pink, White, and Black finishes.

iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max Debut with A18 Pro and Camera Control Button

All the iPhone 16 models will be available for pre-order starting September 13, and they will hit the shelves on September 20. Say hello to AI iPhones! After months of rumors and speculations, Apple has finally unveiled its iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max at its "Glowtime" launch event. These new iPhones succeeded the iPhone 15 Pro series and made an entry with bigger displays, the A18 Pro chipset, an upgraded ultra-wide camera, and a brand new Camera Control button. Thanks to Apple Intelligence support, the new iPhone 16 Pro models are packed with shiny AI features. Here's everything the iPhone 16 Pro models bring to the table! The iPhone 16 Pro models arrive with bigger displays and a new blasted finish that makes the new iPhones look more premium. The iPhone 16 Pro features a bigger 6.3-inch display (6.1 on iPhone 15 Pro), whereas the iPhone 16 Pro Max is the largest iPhone ever with a massive 6.9-inch display. Both the models rock a Super Retina XDR OLED panel with 120Hz ProMotion technology and AOD functionality. Talking about performance, the iPhone 16 Pro models are powered by Apple's next-gen A18 Pro chipset with Apple Intelligence support. This new chipset is based on TSMC's second-generation 3nm chip fabrication process and includes a 6-core CPU, a 6-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. You'll get to enjoy all the Apple Intelligence features like a more powerful Siri, ChatGPT integration, Summarize feature, Writing Tools, and more. As speculated, the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max arrive with some impressive camera upgrades. The iPhone 16 Pro models retain a triple rear camera system, housing the new 48MP Fusion camera with a 2nd-generation quad-pixel sensor for 48MP ProRAW and HEIF photos. Also, the iPhone 16 Pro models now arrive with a 48MP ultra-wide camera with a quad-pixel sensor and autofocus. You'll continue to see the same 12 MP Telephoto lens with f/2.8 aperture. The great news is the 5X telephoto lens is no longer exclusive to the Pro Max model. This time, the iPhone 16 Pro also boasts a 5x telephoto lens, contrary to the 3x telephoto lens found on the iPhone 15 Pro. Thanks to the faster sensor on the 48MP Fusion Camera, the iPhone 16 Pro now supports 4K 120fps video recording. Also, the camera app has an intelligent audio treatment to cut down wind noise. Also, Apple has overhauled Photographic Styles to adapt colors and shadows in real-time. You can choose from new black-and-white options, a natural style, and even go for personalization options. Thanks to improved microphones, the iPhone 16 Pro models also support Spatial Audio capture during video recording, when using AirPods or Vision Pro. On top of everything, you'll also see a brand-new Camera Control button that brings new camera capabilities. You can open the camera app, swipe left/right to zoom in and out, adjust focus, and do a lot more. Honestly, the Camera Control Button appears to be a useful addition, and it will change the way how we click pictures on an iPhone. Also, the Camera Control button supports Visual Intelligence so you can point the iPhone's camera at something and pull up contextual details like details about a cafe, or add an event reminder to your calendar. The new iPhone 16 Pro models offer faster Wi-Fi 7 support, an all-day battery life, a programmable, Action Button, upgraded microphone, among other things. Also, there's a new Audio Mix feature that uses machine learning to identify and separate background audio and speech. The entire iPhone 16 lineup runs the latest iOS 18 which brings features revamped Control Center, customizable home screen & Lock Screen, redesigned Photos app, RCS support, and much more. The iPhone 16 Pro comes in three storage options: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB. On the other hand, the 16 Pro Max has 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB storage options. The iPhone 16 Pro starts at $999, while the most premium iPhone 16 Pro Max has a starting price of $1,199. Despite AI support and other upgrades, the iPhone 16 Pro matches the price tag of last year's iPhone 15 Pro models, which makes them even more appealing. The iPhone 16 Pro & 16 Pro Max will be available in darker Black Titanium, brighter White Titanium, Natural Titanium, and new Dessert Titanium options.

I'm Excited for These 3 iPhone 16 Pro Features

Quick LinksAn Improved Pro Camera System Increased Versatility With Camera Control Larger Battery and Faster Wireless Charging The iPhone 16 Pro -- announced at Apple's "Glowtime" event -- brings another level of polish to flagship iPhones. Its improvements even have me sizing up an upgrade from my iPhone 15 Pro. Here are three reasons why I'm excited about the new model. 1 An Improved Pro Camera System Let's start with the camera improvements Apple announced at its September 2024 keynote. For many, the most noticeable change will be the new 48MP ultra-wide camera -- a bump from the 12MP shooter that's been around since the iPhone 11 series -- which promises more detail thanks to the higher resolution. There are also improvements to the wide and telephoto camera, albeit the latter is specific to the iPhone 16 Pro. According to Apple, the 48MP Fusion camera has a new sensor that allows for even more detailed images and better video recording (4K videos at up to 120FPS). This should be a noticeable upgrade if you're a creator. As for the telephoto lens, the smaller 6.3-inch iPhone 16 Pro now features the same 12MP 5x telephoto camera as the iPhone 16 Pro Max, giving you better zoom range while shooting images. This is an upgrade I didn't expect to appreciate so much, but I learned the hard way that there isn't much to gain when I go from 2x zoom to 3x on the iPhone 15 Pro we reviewed in 2023. There's also a new image signal processor built into the A18 Pro chip and an improved four-microphone array to record external audio with better detail. 2 Increased Versatility With Camera Control Although I love the camera upgrades, I'm more excited about the new Camera Control button that improves the shooting experience with an iPhone. This new capacitive button allows for three types of interactions: a full physical press, a pseudo-short press -- where feedback is provided by the haptic motor -- and swipe actions. These will allow users to capture photos, switch lenses, zoom in/out, and more. At first glance, it takes away the need to tap on the screen, something that's often led to that perfect picture moment slipping away. The Camera Control button also enables seamless use of visual intelligence, a Google Lens-esque feature where you can quickly pull up results and create actions by scanning your surroundings. Visual intelligence wasn't part of the many AI features Apple announced at WWDC 2024, but it's a welcome addition with a tasteful implementation nonetheless. 3 Larger Battery and Faster Wireless Charging Last on the list is the improved battery life and support for faster wireless charging. While we'll have to wait for teardowns to learn the increased battery capacities, Apple's video playback metric tells us that iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will last four hours more than their predecessors. It's a welcome improvement, just like the 25W wireless charging with MagSafe accessories and 15W wireless charging with Qi2-certified hardware. Overall, while these changes aren't groundbreaking, they add another layer of polish to the delicate balance Apple found with the iPhone 15 Pro models, and I can't wait to put them to the test once I get my hands on them.

iPhone 16 Adds 'Camera Control' Button, But No Apple Intelligence (Yet)

Apple's iPhone 16 lineup, unveiled today, is not a huge departure from previous iterations of its popular smartphone. The main exterior upgrades are a new button for easy access to the camera app and slightly larger displays on the Pro versions. Eventually, these phones (and the iPhone 15 Pro models) will support Apple Intelligence. But that won't happen out of the box on the iPhone 16, as Apple is taking a staggered approach to rolling out its artificial intelligence features. Craig Federighi, Apple's VP of software engineering, said at a Monday event that the first Apple Intelligence features will debut in beta as an iOS 18 software update next month, with "more to come" in the months ahead. All iPhone 16 models -- iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max -- run Apple's new A18 chips, with the A18 Pro on the higher-end phones. (The iPhone 15 series uses different chips: the A17 Pro for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max and the A16 Bionic for the 15 and 15 Plus.) The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus screens are the same size as their predecessors at 6.1 and 6.7 inches, respectively, but they get the Action button. Launched on the iPhone 15 Pro models (and remaining on the 16 Pros), this replaces the ringer switch with a button you can customize to your needs, from opening the flashlight to turning on a Focus mode. The higher-end iPhones are larger than the iPhone 15 Pro models. The iPhone 16 Pro jumps from 6.1 to 6.3 inches, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max is 6.9 inches, up from 6.7 inches -- the "largest iPhone display ever," Apple says. This should give the bezels a slimmer look. All four new iPhones get a dedicated Camera Control button for easy access to the app. Press down on it slightly for different features, like zoom or depth of field, which you can adjust by sliding your finger back and forth. Later this year, an update will add support for "visual intelligence" on Camera Control. This will let you point an iPhone 16 at a restaurant or sign, for example, to get information about it, add events to your calendar, or even identify a dog breed. Third-party apps can also integrate with visual intelligence, so you can search Google or ask ChatGPT for more details. Also coming later on for the Pro versions, Camera Control will get a "two-stage shutter to automatically lock focus and exposure on a subject with a light press, letting users reframe the shot without losing focus," Apple says. The company continued its pitch for the iPhone Pro models as a cinematographer's best friend, from four new studio-quality mics to the option to capture clips in Spatial Audio. Plus, "next-generation Photographic Styles help users express their creativity and customize their photos by locally adjusting color, highlights, and shadows in real time," Apple says. The Pro cameras have a new 48MP Fusion camera for 4K120 fps video recording in Dolby Vision, a 48MP ultra wide camera for higher-resolution photography, including macro; and a 5x Telephoto camera on both Pro models. On the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, you get the 48MP Fusion camera with a 2x optical-quality Telephoto option, and its 12MP Ultra Wide camera with autofocus enables macro photography. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus can also take spatial photos and videos for use on the Apple Vision Pro. Apple puts the iPhone 16 Pro battery life (for video playback) at up to 27 hours, while the Pro Max is at 33 hours. That's about four hours more than the iPhone 15 Pro lineup, or what Apple calls a "huge leap in battery life." The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus should get up to 22 and 27 hours, respectively, Apple says. They charge via USB-C. All four phones will be available to preorder on Friday, Sept. 13, ahead of a Sept. 20 launch. The iPhone 16 starts at $799, and the iPhone 16 Plus starts at $899. The Pro versions will set you back $999 or $1,199. Apple drops the yellow color on the lower-end iPhones for ultramarine, teal, pink, white, or black. The Pro models come in black titanium, natural titanium, white titanium, or desert titanium.

A Bright Pink iPhone 16? Yes, Please! Hands On With Apple's Latest iPhones

CUPERTINO -- Fresh color options, a new Camera Control sensor, slick silicon, and Apple Intelligence are the big updates across the Apple iPhone 16 lineup. As it has for the last several years, Apple introduced four new phones: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. I had the opportunity to spend time with the new smartphones at Apple's Glowtime event at its headquarters in Cupertino. Read on for my first impressions. Bold Colors In addition to basic black and white, the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus come in three fun colors: pink, teal, and ultramarine. All three colors are more vibrant than the muted tones of the iPhone 15 lineup, and they look nice in person. Regardless of your color choice, the phones feature a two-tone, dual-finish design. The back has a matte finish in a slightly lighter hue that nicely contrasts the brighter, polished metal edges. Comparing the pink colors of the iPhone 16 with the iPhone 15, I actually prefer the lighter pastel tone of last year's model over the more berry-like hue Apple chose this year. That said, the pink iPhone 16 is definitely more eye-catching than the pink iPhone 15. The most interesting color in the iPhone 16 lineup is ultramarine, a bright bluish-purple that reminds me of Dyson's signature Prussian Blue. The periwinkle tone should coordinate well with the new AirPods Max in purple, and possibly blue and midnight, without being too matchy-matchy. That said, I can't understand why Apple wouldn't keep the same color scheme for both product lines. Coincidentally, the teal iPhone 16 matched the shirt I wore to the Glowtime event almost perfectly, which was a fun surprise. iPhone 16 Pro models also feature a two-tone look but more muted color options, including black titanium, desert titanium, natural titanium, and white titanium. Desert titanium is the standout for me because of its shiny golden edges, even if the tan color on the back is sort of meh. Built for Apple Intelligence Artificial Intelligence has been the biggest tech trend of the year, and Apple is taking part with its latest smartphones. In the demo room at the Glowtime event, I saw useful Apple Intelligence features integrated within the Mail, Notes, and Photos apps. Inside Mail, for example, Apple Intelligence can summarize email threads or write thoughtful email replies. In response to a party invitation, for instance, it gives you the option to accept or decline. During the demo, I opted to decline the hypothetical invite, and Apple Intelligence wrote a very polite reply thanking the party host anyway. Inside Notes, Apple Intelligence can summarize paragraphs of text within seconds. You simply highlight what you want it to summarize, and it does so with a tap. In the Photos app, you can use Apple Intelligence to erase photobombers in your pictures with a couple of taps. Finding a specific photo or video in your library should be a lot easier with Apple Intelligence. For known faces, the search field supports complex queries such as "Maya playing trumpet," for instance. If the Camera is your favorite iPhone app, you should be pleased with the iPhone 16 lineup, which features a new physical Camera Control sensor on the right edge of the case. You press it once to launch the Camera app, then press it again to snap a photo or hold it to record a video. It works in both horizontal and vertical formats and makes it quick to start snapping photos or videos. In a world where everything is documented, the iPhone Camera Control feature should help ensure you never miss a moment you want to capture. The Camera Control reacts to force. With a light press, it brings up the zoom feature, and then you can swipe on the sensor to zoom in and out. With a light double tap, it brings up other camera options like exposure and depth of field. When I briefly tested the feature at the Glowtime event, I had some trouble scrolling between camera modes using the light press gestures, but I'm sure I'd get better at it with some practice. More on the iPhone 16 Lineup In this first look, I'm just scratching the surface of what the iPhone 16 lineup entails. Other changes for this generation include the new A18 and A18 Pro chips and a promised increase in battery life. We can't wait to get our hands on all of Apple's new smartphones, so stay tuned for PCMag's full review of the iPhone 16 lineup soon. Don't forget to catch up on all of PCMag's Glowtime coverage.

Apple's iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus add 'Cameral Control' button and faster A18 processor

"The next generation of iPhone has been designed for Artificial Intelligence from the ground up," Apple CEO Tim Cook said during the company's annual keynote. Apple announced the new iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus during the company's streamed keynote on September 9. The iPhone 16 still starts at just $799 while the iPhone 16 Plus starts at $899. The new iPhones include a ton of on-device AI features and some beefy hardware updates like better cameras, a more powerful processor, and a new action button. Made with aerospace aluminum, the new iPhones use 85% recycled materials in the enclosure. Both the 6.1-inch iPhone 16 and 6.7-inch iPhone 16 Plus come in bright new colorways, as Apple has added ultramarine, teal, and pink colors to the standard white and black of the entry-model smartphones. The phones also add a new action button on the side, which can launch several helpful features like language translation, though the action button can also be programmed if you want a more custom experience. Another new button is coming to the iPhone 16 for increased camera control, allowing you to adjust camera settings on the fly. These new camera controls are paired with an updated camera array, featuring a 24MP main camera and a larger aperture ultrawide camera lens. "Apple Silicon is at the heart of new capabilities, starting with Apple Intelligence," said Kaiann Drance, Apple's VP of iPhone product marketing. Sribalan Santhanam, Vice President Silicon Engineering Group at Apple claims the silicon in the new iPhones requires "substantial high-performance compute" to handle the on-device AI features coming to iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. Apple is jumping two generations from the A16 Bionic chip in the iPhone 15 to A18, "our brand new chip created specifically for iPhone 16." Built with a 3nm process, the A18 chip is a 6-core CPU featuring 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores. "This CPU is faster than all the competition, challenging even high end Desktop PCs," Santhanam claimed. The A18 Bionic also features "Desktop-class GPU architecture." All that power is needed in the new iPhones thanks to all the Apple Intelligence features coming to the smartphones. Apple Intelligence is deeply integrated into the new iPhone 16 platform, bringing a new suite of AI features to the upcoming smartphones. As Apple's SVP of Software Engineering Craig Federighi stated in his briefing on the new AI features, "Apple intelligence is the personal intelligence system at the heart of the iPhone 16 lineup, with the ability to understand and create language as well as images and take action your behalf to simplify daily tasks. And each of these powerful capabilities is grounded in your personal context." If you've ever wanted ray tracing on an iPhone, the new A18 Bionic chipset has you covered, thanks to the A18's hardware acceleration. Apple is also adding Honor of Kings: World which has a custom graphics setting designed specifically for iPhone. iPhone 16 owners can also access all the new Apple-friendly games like Assassins' Creed Mirage and Resident Evil: Village. In addition to the new A18 Bionic chip's updated power efficiency, Apple is also putting a larger battery in both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus so you can game for longer than ever on a single charge.

iPhone 16 camera upgrades everything you need to know

The highly anticipated iPhone 16 has arrived, and with it comes a wealth of camera upgrades that are set to transform the way you capture and create content. Apple has focused on both hardware and software improvements, ensuring that the iPhone 16 delivers a truly exceptional user experience, especially for content creators who demand the best from their devices. One of the most exciting additions to the iPhone 16 is the new camera control button. This innovative feature offers a level of interaction that was previously unavailable on iPhones. With both soft and full clicks, you can now perform various functions with unparalleled ease. The camera control button seamlessly integrates with Apple's advanced visual intelligence and third-party apps, providing a more intuitive and efficient way to capture stunning photos and videos. The iPhone 16 features significant improvements to its ultrawide camera, ensuring that you can capture more of the world around you in breathtaking detail. Base models now feature the ultrawide camera from the previous Pro models, while the Pro models have been upgraded to an impressive 48 megapixels. This enhancement allows for higher resolution and better quality images, making it an indispensable tool for content creators who demand the best. While the 1X Fusion Camera remains largely unchanged from previous models, Apple continues to emphasize the term "Fusion" in its marketing. Although there are no significant updates to its specifications, this camera retains its reliable performance for everyday photography. Here are a selection of other articles from our extensive library of content you may find of interest on the subject of Apple's new iPhone 16 range of phones : The iPhone 16 takes video recording to new heights with its ability to capture 4K video at an astounding 120 frames per second. This feature, available on both the Pro and Pro Max models, allows you to create stunning slow-motion videos that are sure to captivate your audience. Additionally, the iPhone 16 supports ProRes Log, enhancing video quality and providing more flexibility in post-production, giving you the tools you need to create truly professional-grade content. Apple has introduced new AI audio processing capabilities in the iPhone 16, offering a range of audio balance modes to suit your specific requirements. These modes include: These features are particularly beneficial for content creators who require high-quality audio to accompany their videos. The iPhone 16 comes packed with several other features that further enhance its capabilities: While the iPhone 16 offers numerous upgrades, some anticipated features were not included in this release. These include improvements to screen brightness in high temperatures, the integration of pro features in the default camera app, and advancements in low-light filming capabilities. Additionally, the iPhone 16 does not support 8K video recording, a feature that some users were hoping for. Despite these omissions, the iPhone 16 remains a powerful tool for capturing high-quality photos and videos. The camera upgrades, particularly the high frame rate recording and advanced audio processing, are significant improvements that will benefit content creators and photography enthusiasts alike. While the absence of certain expected features may not justify an immediate upgrade for users of recent models, the iPhone 16 provides a robust set of tools that will undoubtedly elevate your photography and videography experience.