Apple is preparing to release the iPhone 16, which will undoubtedly be its most powerful phone with the best camera yet (at least for the Pro model). It is also expected to be the first iPhone to be fully equipped with Apple Intelligence.
In addition to the iPhone 16 series and a slew of new watches and AirPods, Apple is expected to show off more artificial intelligence capabilities, such as the ability to understand what’s on the screen, as well as features it unveiled at WWDC in June, including upgraded Siri, Maps, and more. Like generation, AI rewriting, and call recording and transcription capabilities.
The word “glowtime” likely refers to the glowing effect that appears on the edge of the screen when Siri is launched in the latest developer beta of iOS 18. BurundiMark Gurman said that “glow” is also the internal name of macOS Sequoia, which may be released around the same time as iOS 18 after the event.
When and how to watch the iPhone 16 launch event
Apple’s iPhone 16 launch event will be held in Cupertino, California on September 9 at 1pm ET / 10am PT. edge All news will be broadcast live there. The event will also be live-streamed on YouTube, Apple TV and the Apple website.
A new processor for all things artificial intelligence
Apple smarts will require powerful processors. Apple’s trend over the past few years has been to relinquish previous generation’s top processors to base model iPhones And launch a new, more powerful chip for Pro. The iPhone 15 Pro’s A17 Pro processor is currently the only A-series chip that supports Apple Intelligence, but rumors suggest that all iPhone 16 models will be equipped with the new A18 chip. In addition, we expect the launch of new Apple Watch and AirPods series products.
iPhone 16 camera gets a new look
This year’s iPhone 16 main model will come in new colors and look slightly different from the back. If the leaked dummy unit is to be believed, the camera module will now have two lenses stacked vertically, like the iPhone 12 and iPhone X, instead of the diagonal placement used since the iPhone 13.
Vertical lens placement better supports landscapes Space video capture, viewable on Vision Pro. There’s no indication we’ll see an update to the Vision Pro itself, but hopefully we’ll get something to keep customers interested in Apple’s mixed reality technology.
iPhone 16 series Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said the battery life will also be longer.
iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max finally match up
The iPhone 16 Pro may finally have the same camera as the iPhone 16 Pro The Pro Max is one of several products Google is taking on Apple at the Pixel 9 event. Both model possible Get the 5x “four-prism” telephoto lens unique to the current 15 Pro Max. Rumor has it that the ultra-wide-angle camera in the new Pro will also see significant quality improvements thanks to a larger 48MP sensor.
We expect a new Rose finish and a Zune Brown “Bronze” titanium finish for the Pro model, and for the regular and Max models The screen is slightly larger than its iPhone 15 counterpart. Gurman said the Pro’s display will increase from 6.1 inches to 6.3 inches, and the Pro Max will increase from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches.
The iPhone’s side button may become a new pressure-sensitive button and may include a digital SLR-like function, with a light press to focus and a firm press to take a photo. This is a Pro feature that may come to the regular 16 as well.
Overall, the iPhone 16 models will not see much design changes. We’ve already seen rumors that the next iPhone 17 will feature a slimmer redesign.
Apple Watch, big and thin
The new Apple Watch Series 10 (or X?) may have a thinner, more refined case than the previous Series 9 model, but it’s the model with the larger screen that’s really worth looking at. Gurman believes the Series 10 will feature an Apple Watch Ultra-sized 49mm screen option, as well as a new chip.
Super athletes and outdoor enthusiasts can also look forward to a new black color option for the Apple Watch Ultra 2, with a plastic Apple Watch SE rumored to be making an appearance as well.
Dual AirPods
The new headphone lineup is expected to include new entry-level and mid-range AirPods, and may also include a new USB-C version of the over-ear AirPods Max, which may also come with new colors, adaptive audio, and better noise cancellation Function.
Gurman said the new AirPods will replace the second- and third-generation versions with two new models. The mid-range model is rumored to feature a professional-style design, noise-canceling capabilities, and a speaker in the charging box to provide “Find Me” support.
According to reports, sales of Apple’s third-generation AirPods are not as good as those of the second-generation AirPods. The awkward combination of the third-generation’s higher price tag and the AirPods Pro’s shape (no removable ear tips) may be to blame. The two new models still won’t come with earbuds, but their USB-C charging cases will complete Apple’s transition away from Lightning accessories for iPhones.
maybe a new mini
No, no, not the iPhone Mini. Sorry to the one-handed smartphone users out there. (I still have an iPhone 13 Mini and am waiting to see if Apple will return). What apple yes However, according to Gurman, they are planning a new Mac Mini that will be almost as small as an Apple TV. The new Mac Mini is expected to ship this month, and the M Pro chip version may be available in October. Given the short time frame, it’s possible we’ll hear news of the new Mac Mini at an iPhone event, but it could also have its own event, much like the prime-time event Apple held last year for an update to its colorful iMac M3.
Updated on September 9th: Revised latest rumors about Apple Watch Ultra, iPhone 16 and AirPods Max.
