Apple iPhone 16 Pre-Orders Open

Apple has begun pre-orders for its new iPhone 16 lineup, which includes four models, with shipping set to start on September 20, 2023. The new phones feature iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence integration, with prices starting at $799.
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Scale

8

Novelty

5

Positivity

6

Reliability

8

Actionability

7

Society

1

Journalism

2


Highlights

  • Apple has opened pre-orders for the iPhone 16 lineup, which includes the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
  • The iPhone 16 models will start shipping on September 20, 2023.
  • All new iPhone 16 models will run on the iOS 18 operating system and feature Apple Intelligence integration.
  • The iPhone 16 starts at a price of $799, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max starts at $1,199.
  • Apple also announced the Apple Watch Series 10 and new AirPods 4 during the same event.

Perspectives

  • Some analysts express concern that Apple's annual product updates, including the iPhone 16, may not be significantly innovative, suggesting that the company is relying on software and AI enhancements to drive consumer interest. [52]
  • The introduction of Apple Intelligence and new camera features in the iPhone 16 lineup has been positively received, with expectations that these enhancements will resonate well with users and improve their experience. [52][58]