1. Dynamic Island and Camera Changes
The camera layout has been changed from a square to a vertical arrangement, and the Dynamic Island has become smaller.
The iPhone 16 is testing a vertical dual-camera design, similar to the iPhone 7 Plus and iPhone 11.
2. 5G Connectivity and RAM Upgrade
The entire lineup will feature 8GB of RAM and support Wi-Fi 6E.
The Pro models will use the Snapdragon X75 modem, improving 5G performance.
3. Latest A18 and A18 Pro Chips
The new A18 chip series will be used, with a focus on improving AI capabilities.
The A18 Pro chip's performance will exceed the latest iPad Pro's M4, with the NPU performance reaching 45 TOPS.
4. Storage Upgrades and 2TB Option
The Pro models will have storage options up to 2TB, eliminating the 128GB variant, with a starting capacity of 256GB.
The iPhone 16 series is expected to have 5 models: iPhone 16 SE, 16 Plus SE, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max (or Ultra).
The display bezels will be narrower, increasing the screen sizes to 6.3 inches and 6.9 inches.
5. Color Options
New color choices include orange, coral, ocean, claret, and deep purple.
The Pro models will introduce Desert Titanium and Titanium Gray, potentially replacing the Titanium Blue.
6. Solid-State Buttons and Camera Shortcuts
Capacitive buttons will be used, with pressure-sensitive operation.
The buttons can be customized for functions like quick screenshots or focus.
3D Camera, Ultra-Wide Lens, and Larger Image Sensors
The lineup is expected to feature an upgraded 48MP ultra-wide camera with a larger 1/1.14" image sensor.
7. New Lens Coatings and Patents
New lens coatings and patents will help reduce red-eye, lens flare, and ghosting for improved image quality.
8. Battery Capacity Changes
The Pro Max battery capacity will be increased to 4676 mAh, while the iPhone 16 Plus may see a reduction to 4006 mAh.
9. iPhone 16 Plus May Be the Last of Its Kind
The iPhone 16 Plus may be replaced by the iPhone 17 Slim, with different specifications and positioning.