I’m Right about the iPhone 16

Summary

In this tech discussion, the host addresses the new iPhone 16 lineup, including the 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max. Despite initial skepticism and accusations of bias, the host defends their positive take on the announcement, citing compelling features like the A18 processor and a new programmable action button. They also touch on the controversy surrounding their stance, the lack of necessity for yearly upgrades, and the importance of perspective in tech reviews. The conversation concludes with a reflection on the value of diverse viewpoints in tech commentary.

Takeaways

• 📱 The iPhone 16 lineup includes the iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max.
• 🔋 The new A18 processor family is introduced with a regular A18 for the iPhone 16 and an A18 Pro for the Pro models.
• 📊 Performance improvements in CPU, GPU, and neural processing units seem incremental based on Apple's benchmarks.
• 💾 Upgraded glass with the new Ceramic Shield is significantly stronger than before.
• 🔘 A new programmable action button is introduced across the iPhone 16 lineup.
• 📸 The camera receives an upgrade with a dedicated shutter button, a first for iPhones.
• 📲 The presenter considers switching to an iPhone 16 due to compelling features in iOS 18.
• 🔄 Tech press and influencers had a predominantly negative reaction to the iPhone 16 announcement.
• 💰 The presenter suggests that people with current generation iPhones may not see a significant enough upgrade to justify purchasing the new model.
• 🔮 The presenter is excited about software updates that improve existing devices, like the AirPods Pro 2s.
• 📈 The presenter believes that the days of significant upgrades with each iPhone generation are over and suggests looking at improvements over a couple of generations.

Q & A

What new iPhone models were announced in the script?

The new iPhone models announced are the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.

What new processors are included in the iPhone 16 lineup?

The iPhone 16 lineup includes the new A18 processor family, with a regular A18 in the iPhone 16 and an A18 Pro in the iPhone 16 Pro.

What is the new feature called 'Ceramic Shield' that is mentioned in the script?

Ceramic Shield is an upgraded glass feature that makes the iPhone's protection significantly stronger.

What is the new programmable button introduced in the iPhone 16 lineup?

The new programmable button introduced is called the 'Action Button', which is a hardware feature for quick access to certain functions.

What was the general reaction from the tech press and influencers regarding the iPhone 16 announcement?

The general reaction from the tech press and influencers was negative, contrasting with the more positive spin in the video discussed in the script.

Why does the speaker in the script believe that people should not necessarily upgrade to the iPhone 16 Pro?

The speaker believes that people should not necessarily upgrade to the iPhone 16 Pro because many of the Pro's features, such as the high refresh rate display and advanced camera capabilities, may not be needed by the average user.

What is the speaker's perspective on the necessity of having the latest iPhone model?

The speaker's perspective is that one does not necessarily need the latest iPhone model, and that it is more important to be part of the iOS ecosystem rather than owning the most recent release.

What is the speaker's stance on the importance of a high refresh rate display on smartphones?

The speaker mentions that while they can tell the difference between a high refresh rate display and a 60 Hz display, they do not believe it is a crucial feature for their personal phone usage.

What is the speaker's view on the value of dedicated hardware buttons on smartphones?

The speaker believes that the value of a dedicated hardware button, such as a shutter button, is extremely low for them, as they are well-adjusted to using on-screen buttons and gestures.

What is the speaker's opinion on the storage options and prices for the new iPhones?

The speaker criticizes Apple for still offering base storage at 128GB and for charging high prices for storage upgrades, comparing the cost to that of gold.

Why does the speaker think that some people are overly critical of the iPhone 16 announcement?

The speaker thinks that some people are overly critical because they are comparing the new model to the previous one and expecting significant upgrades every year, which is not a realistic expectation given the current state of smartphone technology.