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iPhone 16 Release Date, Specs, Price, Chip and Comparison with iPhone 15

Syed Safwan Abbas
By Syed Safwan Abbas - Full Stack Web Developer 8 Min Read

Soon iPhone 16 is coming out and it is going to be great upgrade to the iPhone upcoming line-up. Beta version of iOS 18 is the first sign suggesting that this is a device full of hardware innovations and software features. Reports claim that the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro will be coming up with power-efficient display, bigger screens, improved zoom lenses and a new action button for all models. While Apple is the leader in AI technology, it is also the pioneer in design, and the iPhone 16 series will be a stage for the company’s latest achievements in both fields.

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Release Date: When to expect Apple iPhone 16?

Because of their well-established yearly schedule, Apple usually releases the new iPhones in September. With a constant timetable for product development and marketing, Apple is able to ensure that every new iPhone gets the most attention and media coverage possible in the highly competitive smartphone industry. A date between 10th September and 20th of September is possible to release iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro series, depending on historical trends but keep in mind that depending on certain features, Apple might rearrange the release dates for various models.

iPhone 16 and 16 Pro: Design, Display and Camera

When talking about design of upcoming flagship it is ensured that Apple is going to introduce appealing design with significant increase in their display size from 6.1 inch which was earlier in non-pro models to 6.3-inches while the iPhone 16 Pro Max would be available to users in 6.9-inch display. Border Reduction Structure (BRS) technology is used to make upcoming iPhone 16 more larger which allows more compact and precise layout for display circuitary.

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Apple/ModelBase ModelPlusProPro Max
iPhone 156.1 inches6.7 inches6.1 inches6.7 inches
iPhone 166.1 inches6.7 inches6.3 inches6.9 inches

Design is going to be more slimmer but when it comes to build material then latest iPhone series will be using Grade 5 Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V) but with more glossy look. This complete package of Titanium body is going to be booming in smartphone market just like previous iPhone 15 Series.

Camera design is one of major change that end-users would be witnessing in upcoming Apple’s top-of-the-line smartphone. For standard iPhone 16 model have vertical camera, previously a diagonal camera setup was seen earlier in iPhone 15 series and Pro models will be same as early models having square camera bump that houses three lenses including better zoom capabilities and low-light performance.

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Zoom Capabilities

  • Optical Zoom: iPhone 15 Pro Max was equipped with tetraprism lens 12 MP with 5x Optical Zoom which is same as full frame camera of 120mm but is expected to have 6x in iPhone 16 Pro Max.
  • Digital Zoom: With Advance computational photography capabilities of A18 Chip, digital zoom would reach upto 30x Zoom with less loss of image quality.

What is Expected Price for iPhone 16 and 16 Pro:

Apple iPhone lovers have set their eyes on the soon-to-be-launched iPhone series and this question is flying away in every corner. Below is the table that will outline price of iPhone 15 series with upcoming 16 series with insights into the likelihood of price increases based on new features and market conditions.

ModeliPhone 15 Series PriceiPhone 16 Series PriceChance of Price Increase
iPhone 15$799 – $849$799 – $849Low: Base model pricing is usually stable
iPhone 15 Plus$899 – $949$899 – $949Low to Moderate: Larger model, slight increase possible
iPhone 15 Pro$1,099 – $1,149$1,199 – $1,249Moderate: New features like Action Button may justify a higher price
iPhone 15 Pro Max$1,199 – $1,299$1,299 – $1,399High: Increased storage options and enhanced features could lead to a higher starting price
Price Expectation of iPhone 16 Series

Although no authentic source from officials have placed any numbers for upcoming iPhone series pricing but according to trend set after iPhone 12 series in 2020 of increasing 100 USD every year on their latest flagship.

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Apple iPhone 16: Performance and iOS Upgrade

It is confirmed that Apple will not follow its usual pattern when producing the iPhone 16 series. They will instead bring out four models equipped with a new A18 chip. According to reports, both standard and Pro models will benefit from this state-of-the-art chipset while certain Pro versions may get an enhanced version which has been referred to as “A18 Bionic Pro”.

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This is a major shift from the iPhone 15 lineup, where only the Pro models got the latest A17 Pro chip, and the base models used the previous generation’s A16 Bionic. A18 series will reportedly use TSMC’s advanced 3-nanometer process, which guarantees better performance and efficiency through the entire chip family.

iOS 18, in collaboration with the A18 chip, is going to revive the iPhone 16 to a higher standard by unlocking many new capabilities such as advanced AI-related functionalities, better personalization, and integration to Apple’s ecosystem. On an iOS 18, the A18 chip working, the tasks to be performed are at a faster rate, with lesser bugs and a more optimized use of resources. Therefore, The iPhone 16 series software, and hardware will add new features that are at the forefront of the mobile industry.

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Conclusion: Should You Need to Wait to Buy iPhone 16?

iPhone 16 is your mosaic when you want maximum performance and efficiency as well as better features. But if you’re using an older iPhone or even the iPhone 15, it might make sense to wait for the iPhone 16 to take full advantage of these big upgrades. For Apple, innovation is a constant affair with the iPhone 16. This will be the perfect smartphone for early adopters. It will definitely be a game-changer.

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Syed Safwan Abbas is the owner of HashBitStudio, a digital solutions agency specializing in web development, branding, and digital marketing. He also runs HashTechWave, a popular blog focused on tech and entertainment. As a full-stack developer with expertise in MERN, Next.js, and a wide range of web technologies, Safwan is passionate about creating innovative digital experiences. Before founding HashBitStudio and HashTechWave, he gained extensive experience in both frontend and backend development, refining his skills across various roles. When he's not building cutting-edge websites or writing insightful blog posts, Safwan enjoys exploring the latest tech trends, experimenting with new frameworks, and working on creative projects.