iPhone 16/16 Pro Review: Times Have Changed!

Summary

In this review, the iPhone 16 and 16 Pro are unveiled with incremental updates and a focus on AI features, despite these being incomplete at launch. The new models introduce a camera control button, enhanced displays, and improved battery life. The iPhone 16 offers a solid camera experience, while the Pro model excels with its main sensor and additional camera capabilities. The reviewer suggests upgrading from an iPhone 13 or older for the best experience but advises against it for those with newer models, emphasizing the importance of current features over promised future updates.

Takeaways

• 📱 iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro have been launched with a focus on new AI capabilities and improved hardware.
• 🎨 The iPhone 16 Pro introduces a new 'camera control' button for manual camera settings, enhancing photography experience.
• 🔋 Battery life is slightly improved with larger capacity batteries, but the difference may not be very noticeable.
• 🚀 The new iPhones support faster charging up to 45 watts, but the fast charger is not included in the box.
• 💾 All iPhone 16 models now have 8GB of RAM, likely to support upcoming AI features.
• 📲 iOS 18 comes with the new iPhones, offering more customization options for the iPhone.
• 📸 The iPhone 16 Pro has a significant camera upgrade with a larger main sensor, higher resolution ultra-wide, and a 5x telephoto lens.
• 📹 Video capabilities have been enhanced, with the iPhone 16 Pro supporting 4K at 120 FPS.
• 🤖 Apple is emphasizing AI features, but they are not yet available on the new iPhones, which is an unusual move for the company.
• 💡 The reviewer suggests buying the iPhone 16 if you're using an iPhone 13 or older, and the iPhone 16 Pro for those seeking better cameras and displays.

Q & A

What is the name of the new app for wallpapers mentioned in the script?

The name of the new app for wallpapers is 'panels'.

On which platforms is the 'panels' app available?

The 'panels' app is available on both iOS and Android platforms.

What is the claim about the wallpapers in the reviewer's videos over the past year?

The claim is that almost all the wallpapers used in the reviewer's videos for the past year have come from the 'panels' app.

What is the iPhone 16's relationship to the iPhone 15 in terms of updates?

The iPhone 16 is a minor update over the iPhone 15 with a ton of new AI features labeled as 'Apple intelligence'.

What is considered unfinished about the iPhone 16 at launch?

The iPhone 16 is considered unfinished because the 'Apple intelligence' features, which were heavily marketed, are not available at launch and are labeled as 'coming soon'.

What new physical buttons have been added to the iPhone 16?

The iPhone 16 has added the action button from last year's models and a new button called 'camera control'.

What is the claim about the iPhone 16 Pro's battery life?

The iPhone 16 Pro is claimed to have the longest battery life ever in an iPhone.

What is the new charging feature of the iPhone 16 lineup?

All new iPhone 16 models support up to 45 watt wired charging.

What is the significance of the new camera control button on the iPhone 16?

The new camera control button is meant to give users more control over the camera settings, allowing for customization of photographic styles, tone, and other elements.

How does the reviewer feel about the new camera capabilities of the iPhone 16 Pro?

The reviewer feels that the new cameras on the iPhone 16 Pro, especially the main camera and the 5x telephoto, are a significant step up and have risen the iPhone back to the top of their personal favorite rankings for smartphone cameras.

What is the reviewer's recommendation on whether to buy the new iPhones?

The reviewer recommends buying the iPhone 16 if you're on an iPhone 13 or older and looking for an upgrade. They recommend the iPhone 16 Pro for those who want better cameras or displays. They advise buying for what the phone is today, not for what it could be tomorrow.