Apple today introduced the highly anticipated iPhone 16, a significant upgrade from its predecessor. The new device boasts a powerful A18 chip, enhanced artificial intelligence capabilities, and a redesigned physical layout.
iPhone 16 Launched
A18 Chip and Apple Intelligence
The iPhone 16’s A18 chip offers a substantial performance boost compared to the A16 in the iPhone 15. This increased processing power is harnessed by Apple Intelligence, a new AI framework designed specifically for the iPhone 16. Apple Intelligence enables a range of features, including:
- Notification Summary: A concise overview of your notifications.
- Improved Siri: Enhanced natural language understanding and task completion.
- AI-Powered Content Creation: Generate text, graphics, and more directly on your device.
While Apple Intelligence will be gradually introduced starting in October 2024, it promises to revolutionise how users interact with their iPhones.
Design and Features
While the new iPhone maintains a similar overall design to the iPhone 15, it introduces several new physical features:
- Action Button: A customisable side button that can be linked to various apps or settings.
- Camera Control Button: A dedicated button for quick access to the camera app and advanced photography features.
The new iPhone is available in two sizes: the 6.1-inch base model and the 6.7-inch Plus model. Both models feature a 48-megapixel main camera for improved image quality and low-light performance. Additionally, the iPhone 16 offers a larger battery for extended usage and supports satellite emergency communication in select markets.
Key Features of the iPhone 16:
- Powerful A18 chip
- Apple Intelligence for AI-powered features
- Customisable Action Button
- Camera Control Button
- 48-megapixel main camera
- Larger battery
- Satellite emergency communication (limited availability)
- WiFi 7 support
Price and Availability
Both the new iPhone models is available for pre-order now until the 13th of September through the Apple website. The base model is prices starting from RM3,999 while the Plus model starts from RM4,499. Both models will release on the 20th of September.
