iPhone 16 Rumour Roundup: Price, Launch Date, Everything Else

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Apple's next big release, the iPhone 16, is coming next month. While Apple hasn't shared any official details yet, here’s what rumours suggest so far. Keep in mind, these aren't confirmed, so take them with a pinch of salt.

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Expected Release Date

Apple is likely to stick to its tradition, with an announcement possibly happening in the second week. If history repeats, the iPhone 16 might hit stores around September 20.

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Expected Price in India

The iPhone 16 might start at around Rs 82,999 for the base model, with the Pro Max versions possibly reaching up to Rs 1.5 lakhs.

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AI Features

Apple Intelligence is currently only on the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models. But with the new A18 chip, the iPhone 16 series is expected to support it too. You might see features like ChatGPT integration, a smarter Siri, and new image and emoji creation tools.

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Design Updates

Rumour has it the iPhone 16 Plus might get the axe, replaced by a sleek, ultra-thin model possibly named the iPhone 16 Slim.

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Display Enhancements

Larger, power-efficient screens are on the cards, with the Pro Max possibly boasting a 6.9-inch display.

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Camera Upgrades

The Pro models might feature a 5x telephoto lens, bringing enhanced zoom capabilities to more users. This feature was previously exclusive to the Pro Max.

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Performance Boost

The iPhone 16 series is expected to run on Apple's new A18 silicon, made with TSMC's 3-nanometer process for better performance across all models. Unlike previous years, this time all iPhone 16 models might get the latest chip, not just the Pro versions.

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New Action Button

A new action button could make its debut, adding another layer of customisation and control, allowing users to tailor their iPhone experience further.

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Colour Options

We expect to see new colours for the iPhone 16 lineup, with the Pro models possibly adding a Rose option and the base models coming in classic shades like Black, Blue, Green, Pink, and White.

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