One of the most prestigious brand and loved series of Apple is all set to launch its new series of iPhone, iPhone 16 on 9th of September. With the launch of iPhone 16 ,iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max followed by Apple watch series 10, AirPod SE are also making their entry in the launch today. This Apple series is among the most awaited one specially for the youth that makes a remarkable prestige among them. The last series of iPhone 15 was launched last year at the price of 79,990 Rs.
Apple’s latest iPhone 16 series will finally make its debut at the company’s ‘It’s Glowtime’ event today. According to X (formerly known as Twitter), the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are expected to maintain their starting prices from the last year, at $799 and $899 for the 128GB models, respectively. Additionally, with the Indian government’s recent announcement of an excise duty reduction on mobile phones, a decrease in the prices of the iPhone 16 series in India is anticipated. In India rupees it will be costing 67,066.10 and 77,459.85.
Schedule and time of launch
The iPhone 16 launch event is scheduled for Monday, September 9, 2024, starting at 10:00 AM PT (Pacific Time). For those in INDIA that translates to 10:30 PM IST. You can watch the entire event unfold live on various platforms, including:
- Apple’s official website: apple.com
- YouTube
- Apple TV app
iPhone 16 design:
Rumours have it that Apple is planning to make a few changes to the design of the iPhone 16. For starters, the tech giant is expected to switch to a vertical camera layout, similar to the iPhone X or iPhone 12, in favour of the diagonal layout of its predecessor. The new layout is expected to help the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus capture spatial video.
Apple is also said to be replacing the mute button on standard iPhone 16 models with the Action Button, which it introduced on iPhone 15 Pro models last year. Meanwhile, the company could also add a new ‘Capture’ button that would allow users to start video recording, zoom in and out, or focus on a subject.
Analyst Ming Chi Kuo predicts that the standard iPhone 16 model will come in five colours: black, green, pink, blue and white. If true, this would mean that Apple is ending support for the blue and yellow colour variants of the standard iPhone.
iPhone 16 processor:
Numerous reports indicate that Apple will likely use the identical A18 chipset across its entire iPhone 16 lineup, enabling AI tasks to be performed directly on device. However, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro may distinguish themselves from the standard models in terms of GPU performance and higher clock speed. Additionally, it is anticipated that the iPhone 16 series will receive an upgrade in RAM, moving from 6GB in the previous models to 8GB.
iPhone 16 camera:
According to a report by Apple Insider, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will come with the same camera setup as last year. It will reportedly include a 48MP primary shooter with f/1.6 aperture and 2x optical telephoto zoom, and an ultra-wide-angle lens that can take pictures at 0.5x. The ultra-wide-angle shooter may get a slight upgrade, with an aperture of f/2.2 instead of f/2.4 on the iPhone 15, meaning the new iPhones could theoretically allow more light to hit the sensor and thus improve low-light photography. The report also claims that the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus could also get macro photography support for the first time.
iPhone 16 display :
Apple is expected to stick with the same 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch OLED displays with a 60Hz refresh rate for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. The standard variants are also expected to retain last year’s price tag of around $800. However, a report from Macrumors suggests that Apple could be using micro-lens technology to improve brightness and reduce power consumption on the iPhone 16.
iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max: More power and features
While hardware updates are expected to be mostly incremental, the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models will likely receive camera upgrades and a new capacitive capture button, making it easier to take photos and videos instantly. These Pro models are also expected to sport larger screens (6.3- and 6.9-inch respectively), giving users a more immersive experience.
| Products expected from Apple event 2024 | Expected features |
| iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus | A18 chip, Apple Intelligence support, Action button |
| iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max | A18 Pro chip, Apple Intelligence support, Bigger screens, Capture button |
| Apple Watch Series 10 | Bigger screen, lighter chassis |
| AirPods 4 | ANC, USB Type-C, Integrated speaker |
| AirPods SE | USB Type-C |
For the standard iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, Apple is reportedly adding 8GB of RAM by default and bringing several features previously exclusive to the Pro models. One such feature could be the Action button, which allows for customisable shortcuts, enhancing user control.
Other product announcements: Apple Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4
In addition to the iPhone 16 series, the event will likely see the debut of the Apple Watch Series 10, featuring a bigger display and a lighter body. Fans hoping for an Apple Watch Ultra 2024 update may be disappointed, as reports suggest that the current Watch Ultra 2 will remain in the lineup for now.
Apple is also expected to refresh its AirPods lineup, introducing the AirPods 4 with advanced features like Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and an integrated speaker to enhance Find My tracking. Additionally, the company might reveal the more budget-friendly AirPods SE, intended to replace the ageing AirPods 2.
