Surprises of the iPhone 16: additional button, larger screen, and more intelligent features
The new iPhone 16 comes with innovative features, such as a dedicated camera button and artificial intelligence functions, but some users will have to wait to enjoy all the novelties. Discover what the latest generation of iPhones brings and how it will enhance your experience, although some key details, like the , will not be available at launch.
Apple has unveiled the new iPhone 16 series, which includes the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max models. The main novelty of this generation is a physical button designed for camera control, offering more functions than the traditional volume button for taking photos. This , located on the side of the phone, allows not only capturing images but also adjusting basic controls like zoom and exposure with just a press. Additionally, Apple has promised a future update that will include a two-stage shutter to improve focus and exposure.
The screen has also grown in the Pro models, with the iPhone 16 Pro now at 6.3 inches and the Pro Max reaching 6.9 inches. Meanwhile, the base models, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, maintain 6.1 and 6.7-inch screens, respectively.
Camera Improvements and New Apple Intelligence Functions
The cameras of the new iPhone 16 have received various enhancements. The Pro models now feature a 48 MP ultra-wide lens, while the periscope lens allows for 5x optical zoom, a feature present in both the Pro and Pro Max. Additionally, the Pro devices can record in 4K at 120 FPS, enabling the creation of slow-motion videos with impressive quality.
has also been a highlight in this launch. Although more advanced functions, such as ChatGPT integration, will not be available immediately, the promise is that these tools will transform the use of the iPhone in the coming months. Among the announced features is the ability to use the camera for visual searches similar to Google Lens and the incorporation of advanced editing tools.
The New A18 Chip and iOS 18 Improvements
The iPhone 16 Pro models come equipped with the A18 Bionic chip, which promises better performance and energy efficiency compared to previous models. Additionally, users will notice an improvement in artificial intelligence functions thanks to increased processing power and an increase in RAM, which is now 8 GB in the Pro models.
iOS 18 also plays a fundamental role in this new generation of iPhones, with enhancements in customization, RCS support, and minor updates in the operating system’s quality of life. Although some features are not yet ready, such as full integration of artificial intelligence, Apple assures that these novelties will arrive before the year ends.
In summary, although the iPhone 16 presents notable improvements in its hardware and design, users will have to wait to enjoy some of the most anticipated features.
This article has been translated from Gizmodo US by Lucas Handley. can find the original version.
