On April 20th, pulsestacks reported that foreign tech media MacRumors, after sharing 30 improvements/optimizations for the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, today released another article summarizing 15 improvements for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models.
Design:
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will continue to adhere to the design of their predecessors, with no major adjustments expected, possibly maintaining the same dimensions.
iPhone 15
iPhone 16
iPhone 16 Plus
The most noticeable change in the new models is the vertical arrangement of the rear cameras, facilitating the capture of spatial videos. The new models also replace the silent switch with an operation button, similar to last year's Pro models, and introduce a brand-new capture button.
Chips, Memory, and Connectivity
Reports suggest that the Apple iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will feature a brand-new A18 chip and a more powerful neural engine for utilizing on-device AI models.
The iPhone 16 lineup may see significant improvements in battery technology and charging, featuring denser batteries and faster charging capabilities. It's worth noting that there are rumors suggesting the iPhone 16 Plus may have a smaller battery capacity compared to the previous generation, but it's currently unclear how this will affect actual battery life.
Battery and Charging:
iPhone 15
iPhone 16
Many of Apple's devices will receive a range of AI-based new features later this year through software updates. The iPhone 16 model, in particular, is expected to benefit from a more powerful neural engine in the A18 chip and an upgraded microphone for voice commands, further enhancing these capabilities.
iPhone 15: Improved OLED display with brighter micro-lens technology for capturing spatial videos.
iOS 18: New AI features soon to be supported, including a set of device-specific AI capabilities.
Microphone Upgrade: Improved signal-to-noise ratio and waterproofing aimed at supporting the new AI features.
Color Options: Available in blue, pink, green, yellow, and black.
iPhone 16: Expected enhancements include a more powerful neural engine in the A18 chip and an upgraded microphone for voice commands.
Pulsestacks note: Image source above @theapplehub publication date
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are expected to be released in the fall. Apple typically holds its annual September event to unveil new iPhone models, followed by their release a week later.
Is it worth the upgrade?
Compared to the iPhone 14 from 2023, the iPhone 15 saw significant upgrades with its fresh design, the introduction of the Dynamic Island, a 48-megapixel camera, and the adoption of a USB-C port. The upgrades for the iPhone 16 might not be as substantial as its predecessor.
Major changes in the iPhone 16 are anticipated in AI functionalities, performance enhancements, shooting spatial videos, and a dedicated photography button. For most iPhone 15 users, there might not be compelling reasons to upgrade.
