IPhone models have developed rapidly in recent years. Usually, the news of the next model begins to appear shortly after the release of the new model. And every time the iPhone is released, it is very popular and has a large number of fans. For the new machine, I always want to see it in advance, so that I can make a better decision on the choice. But what people didn't expect recently was that news about the iPhone 16 series appeared before the iPhone 15 was released. For the market, I don't know whether it is good or bad. For other manufacturers, it is definitely not good, the competition will be more intense, and it is easy for everyone to focus on the iPhone series.
iPhone 16
According to the latest news, Apple will use solid-state buttons in new mobile phones next year, which is expected to be used in iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max models. This news has aroused widespread concern and heated discussion in the industry.
First of all, it has been reported that Apple's iPhone 15 Pro series models will use solid buttons. However, Guo Ming, a well-known Apple analyst, said on Twitter in April that due to "unresolved technical problems", Apple had cancelled the solid button design in the 2023 iPhone and changed it back to the original solid button design.
Mark Gurman of Bloomberg also mentioned this news in his latest Power On newsletter. Although the iPhone 15 Pro engineering machine is indeed equipped with new buttons, they have been "abandoned" since the production version.
He pointed out that "manufacturing complexity, higher related costs and software integration problems" are the main reasons for the delay. Gourmain claims that this function is destined to be adopted in 2024, probably iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Compared with the traditional mechanical buttons, solid-state buttons will give users a lighter, thinner and more sensitive experience in use. This technology not only eliminates the possible faults of traditional mechanical buttons, but also makes the appearance of mobile phones smoother and more beautiful. At the same time, solid-state buttons also have more operational performance, such as pressing with different force to achieve different functions.
Judging from the exposed patent map, the function of solid-state buttons is somewhat similar to the 3D Touch technology introduced before, but there are also some differences. 3D Touch requires users to use different pressures to achieve different operations, and solid-state keys can only achieve this by simulating the feeling of physical keys through vibration motors.
AirPods Pro2 released by Apple last year is to simulate the real keystroke effect through excellent feedback and sound, which has been unanimously loved by users. The IPhone 16 Pro series with solid buttons may also adopt a sliding operation mode similar to AirPods Pro2.
Solid-state buttons also have some challenges, but Apple hopes to enhance the usability and reliability of products and provide a more comfortable user experience through this technology. Although this technology has not been officially applied to mobile phones at present, I believe that once it is officially launched, it will be welcomed by the majority of users.
In a word, Apple's solid-state button technology is undoubtedly one of the most anticipated innovations in the era when various new technologies are constantly emerging. It can provide higher reliability and operational performance, making users more comfortable when using mobile phones. I believe that with the advancement of technology, Apple will introduce more and better innovations in the future. Let's wait and see.
In addition, it is worth mentioning that today's machine sir, iPhone 16 Pro series will probably be equipped with an off-screen Face ID in addition to solid-state buttons, which will hide related components at the bottom of the screen and become the same appearance as the central punch screen of Android. Say goodbye to the ugly long strip "smart island" punch card.
Last year, the iPhone 14 Pro series was changed to "Smart Island" for the first time, giving up the Liu Haiping which was used in 20 17, and reducing the area occupied by bangs on the mobile phone screen. However, there are still many users who spit out the smart island, and the punching area is much higher than that of Android phones.
Previously, the United States Trademark and Patent Office (USPTO) published a technical patent for Apple's Face ID under the screen, which described embedding various sensors under the iPhone screen, including touch ID sensor, magnetic sensor, pressure sensor, direction and motion sensor and air gesture sensor. Let the Face ID under the screen be applied.
The screen border of iPhone 15 Pro series will be reduced to about1.55 mm. After using Face ID on the screen, the screen impression of iPhone 16 Pro series will be greatly improved, and it will become the iPhone with the highest value after iPhone X.
In addition, by the way, it is predicted that the screen sizes of iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be further increased in 2024.
iPhone 16
IT media MacRumus quoted Ross Young, an analyst in the display industry, as saying on the 9th local time that the screen sizes of iPhone 16 Pro and iPhon 16 Pro Max, which will be launched next year, will increase to 6.3 inches and 6.9 inches respectively.
Ross Young said that the screen size of the iPhone 16 Pro model is a rounded number, adding that the specific size data accurate to two decimal places will be disclosed at the monitor week conference held in Los Angeles on the 23rd.
Previously, Apple had 6. 1 inch and 6.7-inch displays on the iPhone Pro and iPhone Pro Max respectively. If Ross Young's prediction is accurate, the screen size of the iPhone will become larger and larger. Of course, this year's iPhone 15 Pro models will use the same 6. 1 inch and 6.7-inch screens as in the past.
Apple's iPhone 15 series, which is expected to be launched this autumn, is expected to maintain the screen size division method of existing models, that is, iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro adopt 6. 1 inch screen specifications. IPhone 15 Plus and Iphone 15promox will adopt a 6.7-inch design, and all models may be replaced with a dynamic island with a hole design instead of a bangs screen design.
In addition, Rosyang said that the two standard models, iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, will still use the existing screen size, so that Apple can further distinguish the four iPhone models.
According to the above information, the screen sizes of four models of iPhone 16 series are as follows:
IPhone 16-6. 1 inch
IPhone 16 Plus-6.7 inches
IPhone 16 Pro-6.3 inches
IPhone 16 Pro Max-6.9 inches
The MacRumors report also pointed out that Apple will modify the design of iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, reduce the screen border and so on.
Since there is still more than one year before the launch of iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, Apple still has plenty of time to adjust the design of the fuselage, and there is no definitive answer yet. If there are problems in production, cost or supply chain, you can't keep up with Apple's plan, or you may give up the plan to increase the display size.
So so far, the above rumors have not been officially confirmed by Apple.
However, after the news was exposed, it has already set off a heated discussion among foreign fruit powders. Some netizens expressed their expectation, and some netizens replied humorously, is this the iPad mini 7 I have been waiting for? In addition, some netizens think that the iPhone 14 Pro Max in their hands is already very big and heavy. If the screen of iPhone 16 Pro Max is upgraded to 6.9 inches, the weight of the fuselage will also increase. For people with small palms, the feeling of holding it with one hand is definitely more cumbersome.
Moreover, gourmain also mentioned the issue of low-priced iPhone that everyone cares about. When commenting on Apple's financial report, he pointed out that the Indian market has become a crucial place for Apple. But in fact, Apple's iPhone is more expensive in India than in the United States.
It is worth noting that Ross Young is an analyst who accurately predicts the display information of Apple products. He accurately predicted that iPhone 13 Pro would support adaptive refresh rate. There are 14 inch and 16 inch Macbook Pro, and the sixth generation iPad mini will be equipped with a larger 8.3 inch display.
In addition, the iPhone 16 series is actually a bit regrettable, such as the 5G signal band. It is also reported that Apple should have released its own 5G chip this year, but the research and development may be immature and will not be completed until 2025. In a word, both iPhone 15 series and iPhone 16 series will still use Qualcomm's 5G chips, and iPhone 17 series may have self-developed chips. Fortunately, at present, all kinds of iPhone are very durable, and they will not be stuck for three to five years, especially when buying models with large memory. Basically, if you don't want to change it, the phone won't break down.
But on the processor, this year's iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max will adopt the A 17 chip produced by TSMC's 3nm process. As for the 2nm process technology mentioned by TSMC in its shareholder report recently, it should not be seen on iPhone 16 due to the research and development cycle, and the generation of 16 should still be a 3nm processor.
Interestingly, however, TSMC's 2 nm product is expected to be launched by Apple. In 2025, the iPhone 17 series was upgraded, and the processor was upgraded to A 19. Of course, the specific architecture is still unknown.
The upcoming iOS 17 is said to no longer support the upgrade of iPhone 8 series and iPhone X, and a big wave will be taken away by Apple backstab soon. If it were you, would you choose this year's iPhone 15 or bite your teeth?
iPhone 16
Finally, the current price of iPhone 14 pro in JD.COM is 8599 yuan, which can be used to participate in (over 4000 discount 1 100), and the hand price is 7499 yuan, which is a good price recently. This phone uses Apple A 16 processor, and its performance with 256GB memory version is remarkable. In addition, this phone also uses a 48-megapixel rear main camera. Compared with the previous generation, it has a good improvement in night photography ability and detail processing; In addition, the machine also adopts IP68 dustproof and waterproof, 120 Hz high screen and 29-hour long battery life and many other excellent configurations. You deserve it.
Well, it should be noted that none of these news has been officially confirmed by Apple, so there may be uncertainty. However, judging from Apple's previous product release strategy, new technologies are usually fully developed and tested before they are ready to be put into the market to ensure their stability and reliability.
So, how do you feel about this news? Will you choose to buy the iPhone 15 series mobile phones to be released this year? Or continue to wait for next year's iPhone 16?