Apple Launches iPhone 16 Series at “It’s Glowtime” Event: New Features, Prices, and Availability

Apple has officially unveiled the iPhone 16 series at its highly anticipated “It’s Glowtime” event at Apple Park. The new lineup introduces a host of cutting-edge features, including enhanced photography with a new Camera Control button and advanced AI capabilities powered by Apple Intelligence. Apple also revealed the pricing and availability of the iPhone 16 series across India, Japan, the US, and more.

Apple has officially launched the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, successors to last year’s iPhone 15 Pro models. Both come with Titanium designs, new A18 Pro chip, and larger displays, with the Pro model featuring a 6.3-inch display, while the Pro Max boasts the largest-ever 6.9-inch display on an iPhone. Both support 120Hz ProMotion technology for smooth scrolling and gaming experiences.

A18 Pro Chip: Faster, Smarter

The Apple A18 Pro chip features a 3nm transistor design with a 16-core neural engine, optimized for machine learning tasks and large generative models, making it 2x faster for ML tasks. With 2 performance cores and 4 efficiency cores, it is 15% faster than the previous A17 Pro and 20% more power-efficient. Its 6-core GPU also delivers a 20% performance boost for improved graphics in gaming and video processing.

Advanced Camera System

The iPhone 16 Pro models feature a 48MP Fusion camera with a quad-pixel sensor, offering zero shutter lag for capturing detailed ProRAW and HEIF images. Both models now support 5x optical zoom in the Pro and Pro Max versions, enabling users to switch between lenses easily using the Camera Control feature. The camera also supports 4K120 video recording, offering slow-motion capabilities and multiple playback options.

Spatial Audio and Immersive Video

Apple has introduced spatial audio capture for video recording, making playback more immersive, especially when paired with AirPods or Apple Vision Pro. Audio Mix utilizes machine learning to separate background sounds from speech, enhancing the overall video-watching experience. The Studio Mix feature simulates recording studio effects, offering a professional-grade audio output.

Battery and Performance

Apple claims the iPhone 16 Pro Max has the best battery life ever in an iPhone, lasting up to 33 hours of video playback. Both models offer fast charging with up to 25W charging support using USB-C adapters, and battery life optimized for all-day performance.

iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Specifications

  • Display:
    • iPhone 16 Pro: 6.3-inch OLED (Super Retina XDR)
    • iPhone 16 Pro Max: 6.9-inch OLED (Super Retina XDR)
    • Up to 2000 nits peak outdoor brightness, ProMotion 120Hz adaptive refresh rate, Always-On display.
  • Chip: Apple A18 Pro with 6-core GPU and 16-core Neural Engine.
  • Storage Options: 128GB (Pro only), 256GB, 512GB.
  • Cameras:
    • 48MP Fusion camera (f/1.78), 12MP Ultra Wide with macro support, and 12MP Telephoto with 5x optical zoom.
    • 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 120fps.
  • Battery: Up to 29 hours (Pro) and 33 hours (Pro Max) of video playback.
  • Connectivity: 5G, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, Ultra Wideband, Thread networking, GPS.
  • Other Features: IP68 water and dust resistance, Action button, FaceID, Stereo speakers.

iPhone 16 Series Pricing in India, Japan, US, and Other Regions

The starting price for the iPhone 16 in India is Rs. 79,900, with the iPhone 16 Plus priced at Rs. 89,900. Interestingly, the iPhone 16 Pro models have seen a price reduction of Rs. 10,000. Here’s a breakdown of the pricing for the different iPhone 16 models:

iPhone ModelIndiaJapan (JPY)UAE (AED)UK (GBP)US (USD)
iPhone 16Rs. 79,900JPY 124,800 (Rs. 73,000)AED 3,399 (Rs. 78,000)GBP 799 (Rs. 87,000)$799 (Rs. 67,000)
iPhone 16 PlusRs. 89,900JPY 139,800 (Rs. 82,000)AED 3,799 (Rs. 87,000)GBP 899 (Rs. 99,000)$899 (Rs. 75,000)
iPhone 16 ProRs. 1,19,900JPY 189,800 (Rs. 1,11,000)AED 4,299 (Rs. 98,000)GBP 999 (Rs. 1,10,000)$999 (Rs. 84,000)
iPhone 16 Pro MaxRs. 1,44,900JPY 159,800 (Rs. 94,000)AED 5,099 (Rs. 1,17,000)GBP 1,199 (Rs. 1,32,000)$1,199 (Rs. 1,01,000)

Pre-Order and Sale Dates for the iPhone 16 Series

Apple has announced that pre-orders for the iPhone 16 series are already live. The new iPhones will officially hit the shelves on September 20 in India, the US, and other regions globally.


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