Apple Daily | iPhone 16 Launching Sept 20 with A18 Chip, Vertical Cameras, New Buttons, Potential Price Hikes

【iPhone】 1. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are expected to feature vertical camera layouts, the A18 chip, and customizable Action and new Capture Buttons. The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max will have larger displays, slimmer bezels, and an upgraded 48-megapixel ultra-wide camera. 2. Apple's iPhone 16 series is expected to launch on September 20. Potential price hikes are speculated due to increased component costs and global economic challenges. The standard iPhone 16 models may see a RAM increase to 8GB. 3. iPhone 16 Pro models may start with a minimum of 256GB storage, eliminating the 128GB option. This strategy could offset the cost of new hardware components like a tetraprism periscope lens. 4. The iPhone 16 lineup will feature a new "Capture" button for enhanced photo and video controls. Larger display sizes and thinner bezels are also expected for a sleeker design. 5. The iPhone 16 Pro models are rumored to support 4K video recording at up to 120 FPS. Apple has tested 8K video recording, but it is unclear if this will be available. 6. All iPhone 16 models are expected to have a new camera-related "Capture" button with swipe and pressure-sensitive controls. 7. Apple is developing its own 5G modem, expected to debut in 2025. This will gradually replace Qualcomm modems in iPhones, starting with two models in 2025. 8. The upcoming iPhone 16 Pro might break a seven-year streak by starting at $1,099 with 256GB of storage, compared to the $999 starting price for the 128GB iPhone 15 Pro. 【iPad】 1. A new iPad mini is expected to be announced in October, featuring a faster chip, upgraded cameras, and new color options. It will be unveiled alongside new Macs with M4 chips. 【Mac】 1. Apple faces allegations of misleading the UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) over a user interface issue in iOS related to changing the default browser. 【Apple Watch】 1. The Apple Watch Series 10 and Ultra 3 are expected to feature updated heart rate and ECG sensors, enabling new health features like sleep apnea detection. The Series 10 will have larger displays and a thinner casing. 2. The Apple Watch Series 10 will include a new sleep apnea detection feature, which may be available via a later software update. The Series 10 will also have slightly larger screen sizes and a noticeably thinner watch case. 3. Apple Watch Series 9 and SE 2 stock is running low ahead of the launch of the Series 10, SE 3, and Ultra 3 models. The new models will feature larger displays, a faster chip, and a potential plastic casing for the SE 3. 【Others】 1. New versions of the AirPods Max and Apple TV may not debut at the upcoming event. The AirPods Max will feature new colors and a USB-C port, while the next Apple TV will have a faster processor and potentially lower pricing. 2. Apple is developing a new AirTag, expected to be released in 2025. It will feature an upgraded chip for improved location tracking and possible integration with Apple's Vision Pro headset.