iPhone 16 series tipped to come with significant changes in camera lenses

Published On: November 2, 2023

Highlights

iPhone 16 might use moulded glass for its telephoto camera.
A tipster mentioned that Apple plans to move the mmWave antenna.
The volume and power key placement are not expected to change in the iPhone 16.

The iPhone 15 series launched globally just last month but there are already rumours and speculations about the upcoming iPhone 16 series. A new report suggests that the iPhone 16 might use moulded glass for its telephoto camera. Additionally, a tipster has mentioned the possibility of adding a new button, and changing the position of the mmWave antenna on the iPhone 16 models.

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iPhone 16 series changes (expected)

The iPhone 16 Pro models might have significant changes in their camera lenses, as per a report by the Economic Daily News.
Apple likely intends to use more advanced glass-moulded lenses for a slimmer and lighter design, shorter lenses, and better optical zoom.
These changes will primarily apply to the telephoto lens due to production challenges and limited capacity for the updated glass.

The upcoming iPhone 16 models might have an extra button, as per Weibo leaker Instant Digital.
The tipster also mentioned that Apple plans to move the mmWave antenna from the right side to the left to make room for this change.
The ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro Action Button is expected to be flush with the device, and it will likely use solid-state technology instead of the current standard button design.
However, the volume and power keys are not expected to change and will remain as they are.

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Tipster Digital Chat Station recently mentioned the use of moulded glass technology for the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro models, indicating that Apple may introduce a powerful telephoto lens. This “super” label is usually used for cameras with a focal length of over 300mm.

Both the ‌iPhone 16‌ Pro and Pro Max are expected to have enhanced telephoto capabilities, which were previously exclusive to the Pro Max. However, as per reports, the “super” zoom feature might be reserved for the Pro Max, providing it with even more advanced optical zoom than the 16 Pro.