Introducing the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus

The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus provide a balanced blend of performance, design, and intelligent features. The iPhone 16 has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 2556 x 1179 resolution, while the iPhone 16 Plus offers a larger 6.7-inch display with a 2796 x 1290 resolution. Both models support up to 2,000 nits of peak outdoor brightness and HDR at 1600 nits, making them perfect for any lighting condition.

Key Features

• Apple Intelligence: Advanced AI for smarter app management and suggestions.
• Enhanced Battery Life: Improved efficiency for all-day use.
• Camera Control Button: Easy-to-access customizable camera shortcuts.
• Vibrant Display: Crisp visuals on the iPhone 16 Plus with a larger screen.
• New Colors: Fresh options to match your personal style.

Apple Intelligence for a Smarter Experience

Apple Intelligence on the iPhone 16 series introduces features that enhance everyday use with AI-driven tools. It enables Writing Tools to rewrite text for clarity or adjust the tone directly within any app. Smart Reply offers quick AI-generated responses in emails, and Priority Notifications filter important alerts to keep you focused. For visual tasks, the Clean Up tool removes unwanted objects from photos, and Genmoji lets you create personalized emojis with simple prompts, adding a fun and creative element to messaging​. These features, powered by on-device AI, aim to make the iPhone experience more intuitive and tailored to user needs.

Advanced Camera System

Both models feature a 48MP main camera with an f/1.6 aperture and a 12MP ultra-wide lens with a 120° field of view, allowing for 2x optical zoom and 10x digital zoom. The new Camera Control button offers quick access to shooting modes, improving ease of use. The Photonic Engine enhances low-light photos by up to 2x, and video recording supports 4K Dolby Vision HDR at up to 60 fps, providing crisp, high-resolution imagery.

Longer Battery Life

Battery efficiency is a strong point for the iPhone 16 models. The iPhone 16 offers up to 22 hours of video playback, while the iPhone 16 Plus extends this to 27 hours. Fast charging enables up to a 50% charge in about 30 minutes with a 20W adapter, so you’re always ready to go. Both devices support MagSafe charging up to 25W and Qi2 wireless charging up to 15W.

Stylish Design and Display

The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus are available in new finishes like Black, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine. Both feature an aluminum frame with a Ceramic Shield front cover that is four times more resistant to drops. The phones are also rated IP68 for water and dust resistance, capable of withstanding depths of up to 6 meters for 30 minutes.

Where Can You Get the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus?

Pre-orders for the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus start on September 13, with availability beginning on September 20. You can order directly from Apple’s website, visit an Apple store, or purchase through authorized retailers and carriers worldwide.