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Apple Unveils iPhone 16 Series with Four Models: Price, Availability, and Key Highlights

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The Cupertino-based tech giant, Apple, has launched its latest iPhone 16 series, which includes four models: the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. These new iPhone models offer multiple upgrades, including a new Camera Control button and support for Apple Intelligence features. The base iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 models now come with the 48MP Fusion main camera, more powerful A18 chipsets, and an Action Button. The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max feature the A18 Pro chipsets, 48MP ultra-wide camera, and larger displays than previous generation models.

Key Takeaways:

  • Apple launched the iPhone 16 series with four models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
  • The base iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models start at Rs 79,900 and Rs 89,900, respectively, with prices unchanged from their predecessors.
  • The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max have seen a price reduction, starting at Rs 1,19,900 and Rs 1,44,900, respectively, which is Rs 15,000 lesser than the previous generation ones.
  • The iPhone 16 models will be available for pre-order starting September 13, at 5:30 PM IST, and will start shipping on September 20.
  • The iPhone 16 series introduces a revamped design similar to the iPhone X, featuring a dual-camera setup housed on a capsule-shaped island.
  • Both Pro models come with thinner borders, 120Hz ProMotion displays, and are available in Black Titanium, White Titanium, Natural Titanium, and a new Desert Titanium colour.
  • The entire iPhone 16 series is powered by the advanced A18 chipset, which utilises second-generation 3nm technology for enhanced performance and efficiency.
  • The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models now feature a 48MP fusion camera that combines 48MP and 12MP photos into a clearer 24MP image, along with a 2x telephoto zoom using the centre 12MP of the sensor.
  • The more expensive Pro models are equipped with a triple rear camera system, including a new 48MP fusion camera with a second-generation quad-pixel sensor.
  • Both Pro models support 4K120 video capture and feature a new 48MP ultra-wide camera with autofocus.

Statistics:

  • The base iPhone 16 model starts at Rs 79,900, while the iPhone 16 Plus starts at Rs 89,900.
  • The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max have seen a price reduction of Rs 15,000 compared to their predecessors.
  • The iPhone 16 models will be available for pre-order starting September 13, at 5:30 PM IST.
  • The entire iPhone 16 series is powered by the advanced A18 chipset.
  • The iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models feature a 48MP fusion camera, while the Pro models feature a triple rear camera system.
  • The Pro models support 4K120 video capture and feature a new 48MP ultra-wide camera with autofocus.

Sources:

  • Times of India: "Apple Unveils iPhone 16 Series, Starts at Rs 79,900 in India"
  • Apple: "iPhone 16 Series"

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