Apple launched the most anticipated Apple products of the iPhone 16 series, The series includes the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus along with the pro variants which are 16 Pro and Pro Max. This time Apple added an action button to non-pro variants and a new camera control. Check out all the specifications, features, and pricing in this detailed article below:
iPhone 16 and 16 Plus Specifications:
The new iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch screen with a peak brightness of up to 2,000 nits, while the display for the iPhone 16 Plus would be set at 6.7 inches. These new screens will feature Ceramic Shield material, which is said to be 50 percent tougher compared to its predecessor.
With iOS 18, both run on the all-new A18 chip, which carries a 16-core neural engine that’s twice as fast for machine learning tasks, and provides 17% more system memory bandwidth optimized for Apple Intelligence and on-device AI capabilities. Imaging-wise, we have a 48MP primary sensor with an f/1.6 aperture and Sensor-shift OIS and a 12MP ultrawide lens with an f/2.2 aperture with autofocus.
iPhone 16 and the 16 Plus now also support playing AAA games, which earlier were restricted to Pro models. The two models can reduce wind noise in videos and capture spatial videos and photos.
The non-pro models also feature an Action Button and a new camera control feature. Apple usually doesn’t reveal the battery capacities of the iPhones but it says there is a “big boost to battery life”.
| Feature | iPhone 16 | iPhone 16 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.1-inch OLED, 2,000 nits peak brightness | 6.7-inch OLED, 2,000 nits peak brightness |
| Display Protection | Ceramic Shield | Ceramic Shield |
| Processor | A18 chip with 16-core neural engine | A18 chip with 16-core neural engine |
| Camera (Primary) | 48MP, f/1.6 aperture, Sensor-shift OIS | 48MP, f/1.6 aperture, Sensor-shift OIS |
| Camera (Ultrawide) | 12MP, f/2.2 aperture, autofocus | 12MP, f/2.2 aperture, autofocus |
| Operating System | iOS 18 | iOS 18 |
| Storage Options | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB |
| Special Features | Apple Intelligence, Action Button, Spatial video | Apple Intelligence, Action Button, Spatial video |
| Battery Life | Boosted, capacity not disclosed | Boosted, capacity not disclosed |
| Colour Options | Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black | Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black |
| Starting Price (India) | Rs 79,900 | Rs 89,900 |
| Pre-Order Date | September 13, 2024 | September 13, 2024 |
| Availability Date | September 20, 2024 | September 20, 2024 |
Pricing and Availability:
This newly launched iPhone 16 and 16 Plus, are available in Five color options including Ultra Marine, Teal, pink, white, and black color options. There will be three storage options for the non-pro variants: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB storage capacities.
The Pricing starts for the iPhone 16 in India at ₹79,990 while the 16 plus pricing starts from ₹89,990 both models will be available for pre-order starting September 13th and availability begins September 20.
FAQ’s
What is the difference between the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus?
The iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch display, while the iPhone 16 Plus features a larger 6.7-inch display.What chip powers the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus?
Both models are powered by the new A18 chip with a 16-core neural engine for enhanced AI and machine learning tasks.What are the camera features of the iPhone 16 series?
Both iPhone 16 models feature a 48MP primary camera with Sensor-shift OIS and a 12MP ultrawide lens with autofocus.Do the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus support AAA gaming?
Yes, both models now support AAA gaming, which was previously exclusive to Pro models.What is the price of the iPhone 16 in India?
The iPhone 16 starts at Rs 79,900, while the iPhone 16 Plus starts at Rs 89,900.
