Apple Daily | iPhone 16 Unveiled: 4K 120fps, New Camera Features, Easier Repairs, Available Globally

Market BriefSaturday, Sep 21, 2024 8:00 am ET

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【iPhone】

1. The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models have launched, featuring a new Camera Control button, 4K 120fps recording, and a 48-megapixel Ultra Wide camera. The Pro models are larger with slimmer bezels. The A18 Pro chip is included, but noticeable speed improvements are limited to Apple Intelligence tasks. The iPhone 16 offers an Action Button and new Photographic Styles for customization.

2. A teardown of the iPhone 16 Pro reveals a metal-enclosed battery and improved heat dissipation features. The battery capacity is 3,582 mAh, and the device includes a more compact logic board. The standard iPhone 16 and 16 Plus have easier battery removal processes.

3. Apple's repair manuals for the iPhone 16 series provide instructions for replacing parts, emphasizing the new electric battery removal process for the standard models. The manuals aim to assist independent repair shops with technical guidance.

4. Rumors about the iPhone 17 suggest under-display Face ID for the Pro models and ProMotion displays for the standard models. The iPhone 17 is expected to launch in September 2025.

5. The iPhone 16 series is available for same-day or next-day pickup at Apple Stores globally. The standard models include features previously exclusive to Pro models, such as a customizable Action button and a 48MP Fusion camera.

【iPad】

1. Apple has acknowledged an issue with installing iPadOS 18 on iPad Pro models with the M4 chip, causing some devices to fail to power on. The update is temporarily unavailable on affected models as Apple works on a fix.

【Others】

1. Apple has added active noise cancellation to the AirPods 4, despite their open-ear design. The H2 chip and computational audio play key roles in achieving effective noise cancellation. The revised shape and acoustic architecture also contribute to the ANC performance.

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