After months of speculation, the iPhone 16 is finally here! While the Pro models have received a few extra upgrades, the standard iPhone 16 latest features still packs enough exciting features to grab attention — especially with the upcoming Apple Intelligence features set to roll out later this year.
The iPhone 16 latest features brings some noticeable design tweaks, including new side buttons and a revamped camera layout. Under the hood, it’s powered by a brand-new chipset, not a hand-me-down from last year’s Pro models. Apple also promises longer battery life and an enhanced ultrawide camera.
Best of all, there’s no price hike! Both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will cost the same as the iPhone 15 models. In fact, all four versions of the iPhone 16 lineup will match the pricing of their predecessors.
Here’s a breakdown of iPhone 16 latest features what’s new, when you can expect to get your hands on the iPhone 16, and how much it will cost.
iPhone 16: Price and availability
The iPhone 16 latest features is available at the same price as last year’s model, starting at just $799/£799/AU$1,399 for the 128GB version. If you’re eyeing the iPhone 16 Plus, it kicks off at $899/£899/AU$1,599. You can also upgrade your storage — grab 256GB for just $100 more, or go big with 512GB for an additional $300!
Pre-orders for the iPhone 16 start on September 13, and Apple is offering a trade-in credit of up to $650, depending on your device. Mark your calendars — the phones officially hit stores on Friday, September 20!
iPhone 16 cheat sheet: Biggest upgrades
Here’s everything you need to know about the iPhone 16:
- Pre-order date: September 13, 2024
- Release date: September 20, 2024
- Price: Starting at $799 for the iPhone 16 and $899 for the iPhone 16 Plus
- Design: The iPhone 16 comes in two sizes – 6.1 inches for the standard model and 6.7 inches for the Plus. Both phones now feature new Action and Camera Control buttons.
- Cameras: Capture even more with Spatial Video support and an upgraded 12MP ultrawide camera, featuring autofocus and macro mode.
- AI features: Built to support Apple Intelligence for smarter, more intuitive experiences.
- Specs: Powered by the A18 chipset, the iPhone 16 base model starts with 128GB of storage.
- Battery: A bigger battery promises longer use, though exact size details haven’t been revealed.
- Software: Comes with iOS 18, offering the latest in Apple’s software innovations.
iPhone 16: Specs
| Feature | iPhone 16 | iPhone 16 plus |
| Starting price | $799/£799/AU$1,399 | $899/£899/AU$1,599 |
| Screen size | 6.1 inches | 6.7 inches |
| Refresh rate | 60Hz | 60Hz |
| Processor | A18 | A18 |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| Rear cameras | 48MP main (f/1.6) with 2x optical quality zoom, 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2) | 48MP main (f/1.6) with 2x optical quality zoom, 12MP ultrawide (f/2.2) |
| Front camera | 12MP (f/1.) | 12MP (f/1.) |
| Battery life | Video playback Up to 22 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 18 hours Audio playback Up to 80 hours | Video playback Up to 27 hours Video playback (streamed) Up to 24 hours Audio playback Up to 100 hours |
| Size | 5.8 x 2.8 x 0.31 inches (147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8mm) | 6.3 x 3.1 x 0.31 inches (160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8mm) |
| Weight | 6 ounces (170 grams) | 7 ounces (199 grams) |
| Colors | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
iPhone 16: What’s new
The iPhone 16 latest features may not look drastically different from previous models, but it does come with a few key design updates. One noticeable change is the rear camera layout — the cameras are now stacked vertically, a style last seen on the iPhone 12.
This new arrangement allows both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus to capture spatial video, where both cameras record at the same time to create a more immersive depth effect.
One of the biggest changes is the replacement of the classic mute switch on the left side. Just like the iPhone 15 Pro, the iPhone 16 now features an Action button! This customizable button can be set to do almost anything — from launching your favorite apps to quickly turning on the flashlight. It’s a game-changer for on-the-go convenience!
On the right side of the iPhone 16 latest features there’s a new Camera Control button. With just one press, you can instantly open the Camera app, and a second press takes a photo. Press and hold to capture video. Plus, the button features a touch sensor, allowing you to easily scroll to zoom in or adjust background blur for portrait shots. It’s a quick and easy way to level up your photography!
In the last two iPhone releases, Apple used different processors for the standard and Pro models, with the standard iPhones getting the previous year’s Pro chip. But this time, all iPhone 16 models come with the new A18 chip! The Pro models, however, take it a step further with an A18 Pro chip, which includes enhanced graphics for a more powerful performance.
The iPhone 16 latest features is a powerful device, even with only five graphics cores in its GPU. It can handle demanding AAA games that were previously only available on Apple’s Pro phones. Apple has also improved both the CPU and GPU performance compared to the iPhone 15’s A16 Bionic. The neural engine is more powerful, too, which will enhance the performance of Apple Intelligence features.
While the camera hasn’t undergone major changes, the ultrawide lens now has autofocus and a macro mode. This should improve low-light photography. iPhone 16 latest features doesn’t disclose battery sizes, so we’ll have to wait for teardowns to know the exact capacity. However, Apple claims that the batteries are larger than before, and combined with the A18 silicon’s power efficiency, this should result in better battery life than the iPhone 15. Given that the iPhone 15 Plus already has impressive battery life, this is a significant claim.
iPhone 16: How it compares
The iPhone 16 will likely face its toughest competition from the Galaxy S24 and Pixel 9, both priced at $799. Despite minor camera improvements, the iPhone’s reputation for excellent cameras should give it an edge in photo comparisons.
The A18 chipset’s performance improvements are expected to help the iPhone 16 outperform the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3-powered Galaxy S24, especially in graphics. However, the iPhone 16’s AI features may not be as advanced as the Galaxy S24 or Pixel 9. Even with Apple Intelligence’s upcoming beta, it might not match the polished AI capabilities of those phones.
The iPhone 16 latest features display brightness remains unchanged from last year, while the Pixel 9’s super-bright display outperformed it in our tests.
iPhone 16: Outlook
We’ve just got our hands on the new iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, and while we’re still diving deep into the details, a few things are already jumping out.
The new Camera Control feature looks super promising. It could totally streamline our photo-taking process. We can’t wait to see if it’s as intuitive as it sounds.
A lot of our final verdict will depend on how Apple Intelligence performs. Apple’s really pushing this as a big deal this year, so we’re eager to see if the writing tools, image generation, and Siri improvements deliver.
While the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max are definitely the headliners with their major upgrades, the regular iPhone 16 latest features is still a solid option. It’s got a lot to offer at a more budget-friendly price, making it a tempting choice for many.
