iPhone 16 & 16 Pro Hands-On

Introduction

Apple has officially unveiled the new iPhone 16 series, featuring four models: the standard iPhone 16, the iPhone 16 Plus, and the flagship Pro and Pro Max versions. Here, we focus primarily on the Pro series, which boasts the most substantial upgrades.

Pro Series Highlights

The Pro models have seen a significant increase in screen size, with the iPhone 16 Pro moving from 6.1 inches to 6.3 inches, and the Pro Max from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches—the largest display ever on an iPhone. The bezels have been noticeably reduced, providing a more immersive experience while maintaining a similar overall form factor. The Pro series offers four sleek titanium colors: black, white, natural, and a new desert hue.

Durability and Battery Life

The latest ceramic shield adds an extra layer of toughness, while the larger battery promises the best battery life yet on an iPhone. Notably, the Pro Max boasts 15% faster processing power and 20% better graphics performance with the new A18 Pro chip.

Apple also introduced Qi2 wireless charging, enabling faster wireless power-up with compatible chargers, though wired charging remains unchanged.

Apple Intelligence

With Apple emphasizing AI this year, the new models are designed with artificial intelligence in mind, aiming to improve Siri and introduce new writing tools, image creation capabilities, and enhanced notification management. However, it's worth noting that these features will roll out later in the year, likely with iOS 18.2.

Improved Cooling and Camera

The new graphite cooling architecture aims to improve sustained performance by up to 30% in regular models and 20-25% in Pro versions. As for the camera, the iPhone 16 Pro retains the 48 MP main Fusion camera and introduces a new 48 MP ultra-wide lens, while the telephoto lens remains unchanged at 5x zoom.

The video capabilities now include 4K at 120 fps, albeit mainly targeting creators. Additional new tools include audio mixing capabilities and spatial audio capture.

Capture Button

Among the new features is the innovative capture button, designed across the iPhone 16 series. This capacitive button allows quick access to the camera, and it’s enhanced with haptic feedback for a better user experience. Users can zoom in, change settings, and access various photography modes seamlessly.

Both Pro models support Wi-Fi 7, and all models come equipped with USB-C and Dynamic Island compatibility, marking a major shift in Apple's design ethos.

Non-Pro Models

The non-pro variants—iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus—keep the same aluminum body with new color options: ultramarine, teal, pink, white, and black. They also feature the action button and an upgraded camera system with a new 48 MP Fusion camera, producing 24 MP outputs through pixel binning for enhanced quality. The pricing structure remains unchanged, with the base iPhone 16 starting at $ 799, and the Pro series commencing at $ 999.

Introduction

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Introduction

Q: What are the new screen sizes for the iPhone 16 Pro models?
A: The iPhone 16 Pro has a screen size of 6.3 inches, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max has a 6.9-inch display.

Q: What improvements have been made to battery life?
A: The iPhone 16 Pro Max claims to have the best battery life ever on an iPhone, alongside a larger battery capacity.

Q: What new features does the camera offer?
A: The Pro models now feature a new 48 MP ultra-wide lens, improved video capabilities including 4K 120 fps capture, and enhanced image processing.

Q: Does the iPhone 16 series have USB-C?
A: Yes, all iPhone 16 models now feature USB-C connectivity.

Q: What is the starting price for the iPhone 16?
A: The iPhone 16 starts at $ 799 for the base model with 128 GB of storage.