Highlights
- Standard iPhone 16 models likely to retain classic colour options
- New “Rose Titanium” expected for iPhone 16 Pro models
- Potential display size increase for iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max
- Official unveiling anticipated at Apple’s September event
TF Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo shared a first glimpse at the colour options most likely to represent Apple’s forthcoming iPhone 16 series, landing this autumn.
Kuo shared his predictions for the colours that will feature on the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max on the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.
Standard iPhone 16 Models to Stay Classic
iPhone 16 Colour Options Reportedly Revealed; New ‘Rose Titanium’ Variant for Pro Models
The basic iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will most probably use the same colour scheme as their predecessors, namely iPhone 15 series, believes Kuo.
This suggests that familiar colours, like black, green, pink, and blue, will probably be back again.
There’s one big change coming, though: Kuo thinks the current pale yellow option will be replaced with something he calls “white,” which might be Apple’s “Starlight” tint, a whiteish-gold colour.
Titanium Tones for Pro Models
Kuo expects that Apple will retain the “Natural Titanium,” “Black Titanium,” and “White Titanium” options found on the iPhone 15 Pro models for the higher-end iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
But there’s a catch: the current “Blue Titanium” colour may be axed.
Replacing it might be a new “Rose Titanium” option, giving warmth to the Pro lineup colour palette.
Potential Design Changes on the Horizon
2H24 iPhone 16系列機殼顏色預測
iPhone 16 Pro & Pro Max:黑色、白色 (或銀色)、灰色 (應該是原色鈦金屬)、玫瑰
iPhone 16 & 16 Plus:黑色、綠色、粉紅、藍色、白色Apple可能對顏色會有不同的稱呼 (如先前稱呼白色為星光色)。此外,即便顏色名稱與既有機種相同,但看起來可能會不一樣。
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— 郭明錤 (Ming-Chi Kuo) (@mingchikuo) May 19, 2024
Kuo’s colour predictions might point to the fact that the overall exterior look of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models won’t differ significantly from the predecessors.
Still, some new rumours suggested that Apple could be aiming to change the display sizes across the entire iPhone 16 lineup.
If the rumours prove correct, the base iPhone 16 will stay with the 6.1-inch display, whereas the Plus would stick with its 6.7-inch screen.
Yet, the display on the iPhone 16 Pro could increase to 6.3 inches, while the Pro Max’s screen could stretch to an incredible 6.9 inches.
Unveiling in September
As is tradition, Apple is expected to officially unveil the iPhone 16 lineup during its annual September event.
While Kuo’s colour predictions offer an intriguing glimpse into what we might see, Apple is known for keeping its cards close to its chest until the official unveiling.
Until then, iPhone enthusiasts and tech aficionados alike will have to speculate and weigh in on their preferred colour choices for Apple’s next generation of smartphones.
Apple iPhone 16 Specs
GENERAL
Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
Dual Sim | Yes |
Sim Size | Nano + eSIM |
Device Type | Smartphone |
Release Date | September 07, 2024 (Expected) |
DISPLAY
Type | Color OLED Screen (1B Colors) |
Touch | Yes |
Size | 6.12 inches, 1200 x 2600 pixels, 120 Hz |
Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
PPI | ~ 447 PPI |
Features | Super Retina XDR Display, HDR Display, True Tone, Wide Color (P3), Haptic Touch, 1200 Nits Max Brightness (HDR), Support for Display of Multiple Languages and Characters Simultaneously |
Notch | Yes, Small Notch |
MEMORY
RAM | 8 GB |
Storage | 128 GB |
Card Slot | No |
CONNECTIVITY
GPRS | Yes |
EDGE | Yes |
3G | Yes |
4G | Yes |
5G | Yes |
5G Bands | 5G NR (Bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n20, n25, n26, n28, n30, n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n66, n70, n77, n78, n79) |
VoLTE | Yes |
Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 7 |
Bluetooth | Yes, v5.4, A2DP, LE |
USB | Yes, Lightning Port |
USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
EXTRA
GPS | yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
Fingerprint Sensor | No |
Face Unlock | Yes |
Sensors | Barometer, Three‑axis Gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor |
3.5mm Headphone Jack | Lightning |
NFC | Yes |
Water Resistance | Yes, 6 m upto 30 min |
IP Rating | IP69 |
Dust Resistant | Yes |
Extra Features | Satellite Connectivity, Crash Detection |
CAMERA
Rear Camera | 48 MP f/1.5 (Main) 12 MP f/2.4 (Ultra Wide) with autofocus |
Features | Panorama, Night Mode, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, Burst Mode, Photo Geotagging |
Video Recording | 4K @ 24/25/30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 25/30/60 fps FHD |
Flash | Yes, Dual LED |
Front Camera | 12 MP f/1.9 (TrueDepth) with Retina Flash |
Front Video Recording | 4K @ 60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 60 fps FHD |
TECHNICAL
OS | iOS v18 |
Chipset | Apple Bionic A17 |
CPU | Octa Core Processor |
GPU | Apple 4 Core GPU |
Java | No |
Browser | Yes |
MULTIMEDIA
Yes | |
Music | AAC‑LC, HE‑AAC, HE‑AAC v2, Protected AAC, MP3, Linear PCM, Apple Lossless, FLAC, Dolby Digital (AC‑3), Dolby Digital Plus (E‑AC‑3), Dolby Atmos and Audible (formats 2, 3, 4, Audible Enhanced Audio, AAX and AAX+) |
Video | HEVC, H.264, MPEG‑4 Part 2 and Motion JPEG, HDR with Dolby Vision, HDR10 and HLG |
FM Radio | No |
Document Reader | Yes |
BATTERY
Type | Non-Removable Battery |
Size | 3500 mAh, Li-ion Battery |
Fast Charging | Yes |
Wireless Charging | Yes, 25W MagSafe |
Music Playback Time | 100 hours |
FAQs
What colours are expected for the standard iPhone 16 models?
According to Ming-Chi Kuo, the standard iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will likely retain classic colours like black, green, pink, and blue, with a new “white” replacing the current pale yellow.
What new colour is anticipated for the iPhone 16 Pro models?
The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are expected to introduce a new “Rose Titanium” colour, replacing the current “Blue Titanium” option.
Will there be any design changes for the iPhone 16 series?
While the colour predictions suggest a similar exterior look to the previous models, there are rumours of increased display sizes for the iPhone 16 Pro (6.3 inches) and Pro Max (6.9 inches).
When will the iPhone 16 series be unveiled?
Apple is expected to officially unveil the iPhone 16 lineup during its annual September event, continuing its tradition.
What are the existing colour options expected to remain for the iPhone 16 Pro models?
The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are likely to retain “Natural Titanium,” “Black Titanium,” and “White Titanium” colour options.
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