IPhone 16, which has undergone a significant makeover and is priced premium.

The release of Apple’s latest iPhone, the iPhone 16, is still months away. However, rumours and leaks indicate the iPhone 16 series is going to get exciting updates.

1. Estimated starting price of IPhone 16

The estimated starting price in India is ₹79,990, which is quite pricey. However, people are eager to get their hands on it. Despite the high price, Apple fans are overjoyed about the release.

With improved cameras, a more powerful processor, and larger screens, the iPhone 16 is going to be a delight for tech enthusiasts. But this year’s true star may be iOS 18, which is expected to be the largest iPhone update that has ever delivered.

Apple is expected to reveal iOS 18 at the next WWDC 2024 developer conference, which will take place both online and in-person from June 10 to 14. Following the announcement, iOS 18 will be distributed initially with the iPhone 16 series and then for all supporting iPhones. Let’s take a deeper look at the changes that iOS 18 is slated to bring, as well as the enhancements to the iPhone 16.

2. IOS 18 will bring the AI update.

Apple is obviously investing heavily on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in iOS 18. Based on insider leaks and reports, Apple is about to release the most substantial update in iPhone software history, centered on harnessing the power of AI to transform how people interact with their smartphones. If these rumors are true, iOS 18 might be a watershed moment, establishing Apple as an innovator in based on artificial intelligence smartphone innovation.

3. Expected Features for iPhone 16 and IOS 18

Apple is expected to infuse every part of the iPhone experience with intelligent capabilities, tailored to customers’ unique requirements and tastes, ranging from personalized playlist duration in Apple Music to AI-powered advancements in stock apps such as Mail and Notes.

In addition, Siri, the company’s virtual assistant, is expected to undergo significant changes with iOS 18. Siri, which has long been criticized for its slow performance and restricted capabilities, is expected to become “the ultimate digital assistant” without the addition of large language models (LLMs) and increased conversational functions. A deeper interface with Actions is also planned, allowing users to optimize workflows and automate operations more easily and efficiently.

Apple iOS 18 is also expected to overcome the gap among iPhone and Android users by introducing RCS texting capability. If implemented, iPhone users will be able to experience upgraded messaging capabilities such as higher quality videos and read receipts when interacting with Android handsets, effectively eliminating iMessage’s constraints.

In addition to AI-driven improvements, iOS 18 is slated to include a number of user-centric additions targeted at increasing personalization and accessibility. iOS 18 is supposed to accommodate to iPhone users’ different demands like never before, with a new home screen experience that allows them to create blank areas and personalize icon placements, as well as adaptable voice shortcuts and changeable text sizes for better accessibility.

4. IPhone 16 Features:

Meanwhile, in addition to iOS 18, the iPhone 16 series is likely to feature a number of upgrades. Design-wise, a new Picture button with haptic feedback may be introduced, and the Action button from the iPhone 15 Pro may be extended to all models. The series is expected to keep its punch-hole display and may standardize USB Type-C connections.

Display enhancements include potentially larger panels for Pro models (6.3 inches for the Pro and 6.9 inches for the Pro Max), as well as a 120Hz refresh rate for basic devices. Under the bonnet, the iPhone 16 Pro models could sport the recently released A18 Pro chip, while the regular versions could have a revised A17 chip, all promising improved performance and efficiency.

Apple may also introduce Graphene n Pro versions for better heat management. Camera improvements are expected, including a 48-megapixel Ultra Broad lens for Pro models and sophisticated lenses for the Pro Max. Battery life is also projected to improve, with higher capacity, quicker charging up to 40W, and the Pro Max’s 4,676mAh battery.

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