In September 2024, Apple is planning to introduce the iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which will be sold alongside the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. The “Pro” models are the more expensive devices in Apple’s flagship lineup and are often the first to get new designs and features. We’re months away from the debut of the 2024 iPhones launch, but as is typical, leakers, analysts, and others with insider information are already sharing details on the new devices.
The iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max will increase in their size, and this will be the first time of size update we’ve had in several years. The iPhone 16 Pro will measure in at 6.3 inches (up from 6.1), while the Pro Max will measure in at 6.9 inches (up from 6.7). The standard iPhone 16 models will not change in size. Aside from to the size, we are not expecting major design changes to the iPhone 16 models.
Apple is designing new A-series chips for the iPhone 16 Pro models, built on the latest N3E 3-nanometer node. We could see some improvements to efficiency and performance, but we haven’t yet heard details on just what we can expect from these phones. The Action Button that was initially limited to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max will be coming to all four iPhone 16 models, and there’s also rumored to be an extra “Capture” button for taking photos and videos.
Size Updates and Design Changes
The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are expected to have larger display sizes, according to multiple sources. The iPhone 16 Pro will have a display that is 6.27 inches in size while the iPhone 16 Pro Max is expected to have a display that’s 6.85 inches in size.
With the increase in display size, the dimensions of the iPhone’s body will also increase. Both models are expected to be taller and wider than the old iPhone 15 Pro models, and while thickness will remain the same, the weight will increase slightly due to the larger size.
Dummy models
Prior to the launch of upcoming new iPhone models, case makers source the leaked dimensions and specifications of the upcoming devices from Apple suppliers. The information is used to make dummy models for creating cases, and because there’s a lot of money involved in being the first to come out with a case for a new device, dummy models are often accurate representations of what we can expect to see from the new iPhones.
iPhone 16 dummy models leaked in April give a clear look at the size differences that we can expect from the iPhone 16 lineup. The Pro models are a bit taller and wider, and the standard iPhone 16 models have a redesigned camera cutout that’s vertical instead of diagonal for the two-lens camera system of those iPhones.
Colours and Finish
Rumors suggest that the iPhone 16 Pro models could come in new colours i.e “space black” and “rose” titanium colors. The “rose” is a gold shade, while “space black” could replace the black titanium option.
Another rumor suggests that Apple plans to use an improved process for finishing and coloring titanium, which will result in a glossier look than the brushed aluminum finish of the iPhone 15 Pro models.The glossy finish could look much more like the stainless steel that Apple used in prior years, but it will be more resistant to scratches.
Buttons
The iPhone 16 Pro models are expected to have the same power, volume, and Action buttons as the iPhone 15 Pro models, with no design changes or updates. Apple is planning to add a new button, though, the “Capture Button.”