Apple has big plans for 2024, with a number of product upgrades on the way. We expect the company to release new OLED iPad Pro models in the coming months, along with a new M3 MacBook Air refresh. However, the iPhone 16 Pro has a lot of improvements on the inside as well as on the outside. A tipster has revealed details about the iPhone 16 Pro's design, camera, and button layout.
iPhone 16 Pro could feature a slightly larger chassis, allowing for better camera hardware and more space for new capacitive buttons
The iPhone 15 Pro was launched with a titanium frame, but the company may continue to use it for several years before switching to other materials.according to Majinmu on X, iPhone 16 Pro may have a slightly larger display than the current model. However, tipsters say the size of the iPhone 16 Pro Max will remain the same. It was previously reported that both iPhone 16 Pro models will have a larger chassis. This also frees up space for larger displays on both models.
The iPhone 16 Pro will have a 6.3-inch display, while the Pro Max will have a 6.8-inch display. A larger chassis provides more space and allows the device to accommodate a periscope lens. The iPhone 15 Pro Max has a Tetra Prism lens for 5x optical zoom, but the smaller version lacks the upgrade due to its size. This means the iPhone 16 Pro will have an enhanced camera system similar to the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
In addition to this, the tipster also mentions that Apple plans to launch the iPhone 16 Pro with new capacitive buttons. This isn't the first time we've heard details about flushed capacitive buttons. It was previously reported that the 'Pro' model will have a pressure-sensitive button below the power button or side button. The new button could be called the “capture button” and performs a function exclusive to the iPhone 16 Pro's camera. According to past reports, the capture button is responsible for handling video-related functions of the device.
iPhone 16 new information (rumors)
The size of the 16 Pro model is expected to remain unchanged for the 16 Pro Max, although many other sources say the size has increased. At least that's the situation I'm seeing now. Since we do not have exact measurements, we cannot guarantee it. pic.twitter.com/uUJjMVikK9
— MajinBu (@MajinBuOfficial) February 4, 2024
The capture button is capacitive, so it won't pop out. Tipsters claim that the buttons may be slightly recessed, if not completely flat. The launch is still a few months away, so it's still too early to draw any conclusions about the design. Many details will be revealed regarding the iPhone 16 Pro's design and form factor until the device enters mass production. Apple is also working on various AI-related features for iPhone 16 Pro models, which will only be available on devices equipped with the A18 Pro chip.
The tipster also shared details about the iPhone 16 and hinted that it may come with the ability to capture spatial video. Additionally, it features a similar design to the iPhone 12 with a vertical camera layout. The camera sensor could work in conjunction with a new LiDAR scanner that collects depth details in photos and videos. We will share additional details as more information becomes available.
