Tue Sep 10 23:33:21 UTC 2024: ## Apple Unveils iPhone 16: New Camera Button, Action Button, and “Apple Intelligence”

**SAN FRANCISCO** – Apple has officially launched its latest iPhone lineup, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, featuring a number of exciting new features. The base models build on the iPhone 15 with significant camera upgrades, including a dedicated camera control button and a new ultrawide sensor that captures more light.

The iPhone 16 also introduces the Action button, previously exclusive to the Pro models, allowing users to personalize their phone with shortcuts for various apps and tasks. Another noteworthy addition is “Apple Intelligence”, a new AI feature that will be exclusively available on the iPhone 16 models, allowing users to point the camera at objects to learn more about them.

“These new iPhones are among the only models to run Apple’s new AI features,” says CNET’s Lisa Eadicicco. “We will need more time to test and see if Apple Intelligence is truly worth the upgrade.”

Other improvements include a redesigned rear camera bump with vertically aligned sensors, a new A18 processor for enhanced performance, and longer battery life. The iPhone 16 will be available in five colors: white, black, ultramarine (blue), teal (green), and pink.

The iPhone 16 starts at $799, and the iPhone 16 Plus starts at $899. Both models will be available for pre-order on Friday, September 15th, with a release date of September 20th.

**Key Features:**

* **New camera control button:** Take photos, adjust zoom, and switch camera modes with a dedicated button.
* **Action button:** Customize the button for quick access to apps and tasks.
* **Apple Intelligence:** Learn about objects by pointing the camera at them (coming later this year).
* **Improved camera specs:** 48-megapixel main camera, new ultrawide sensor, and spatial photo and video recording for Apple Vision Pro.
* **A18 processor:** Faster performance and support for Apple Intelligence.
* **Longer battery life:** 2 hours more video playback on the iPhone 16 and 1 hour more on the iPhone 16 Plus.
* **USB-C charging:** Supports MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging with faster speeds.

The iPhone 16 is shaping up to be a compelling upgrade over the iPhone 15, with a suite of new features and improvements. However, the full impact of Apple Intelligence remains to be seen.

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