Apple's iPhone 16 lineup is expected to be a major upgrade over the iPhone 15 models.

iPhone 16: What's New? Explore the differences in design, display, camera, hardware, and software.

Design Changes – New design for iPhone 16 and 16 Plus – Vertically aligned rear camera system (like iPhone 12) – iPhone 16 Pro design likely similar to iPhone 15 Pro – Standard models might get the "Action button" from the Pro line

Display Upgrades – iPhone 16 Pro: Slightly larger 6.3-inch OLED display (vs 6.1-inch on iPhone 15 Pro) – iPhone 16 Pro Max: Display increases to 6.9 inches (from 6.7 inches) – Even thinner bezels expected – Panels might be brighter

Camera Enhancements – iPhone 16 lines might keep the 48MP dual-rear camera system, but with a new lens layout – iPhone 16 Pro models expected to get a significant upgrade to a 48MP ultra-wide lens (replacing the 12MP sensor on iPhone 15 Pro)

Hardware Improvements – iPhone 16 and 16 Plus: Likely A17 chip (standard version, not Pro) – iPhone 16 Pro: Might get an A18 or successor to the A17 Pro – Focus on improved efficiency for better thermals during gaming – Battery improvements expected  – iPhone 16 Pro models might use the Snapdragon X75 modem for enhanced 5G connectivity

Software Powered by AI – iPhone 16 lineup to run on iOS 18 – iOS 18 features on-device AI for potentially faster and more private user experience – iPhone 15 Pro might not be able to utilize all iOS 18 features due to hardware limitations