“The Apple iPhone 16 Could Introduce a Fresh Camera Design”
The upcoming iPhone 16 appears poised for a significant change in its primary camera design, a departure from its longstanding configuration across multiple iterations. Reports suggest that Apple may adopt a vertically stacked dual-camera sensor layout, reminiscent of Samsung smartphones.
This potential alteration has been a subject of discussion across various sources, and recently, an image purportedly showcasing the iPhone 16 chassis has emerged from a tipster known as ‘Majin Bu’ on X platform. This image offers a glimpse into what the speculated vertically stacked design could entail.
This would appear to be the new camera module of the iPhone 16, as you can see the vertical positioning is confirmed pic.twitter.com/JWF5olGwQ4
— Majin Bu (@MajinBuOfficial) February 16, 2024
Corroborating these speculations, multiple sources accessible to MacRumors have affirmed the authenticity of this supposed primary camera chassis for the “I-34” camera project, designated for the standard iPhone 16 model slated for a September release.
The shift towards a vertical camera arrangement is believed to be driven by the intention to introduce Spatial Video recording capabilities to both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus models. This functional upgrade appears to be the driving factor behind the design revision, rather than merely mirroring Samsung’s design choices.
In a feature reminiscent of the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models, the iPhone 16 series is anticipated to incorporate an Action Button, customizable for various functions such as a camera shutter release or an alert slider. Additionally, there are indications of a dedicated Capture button on the device’s right side, possibly integrating force-sensor technology.
The launch of the Apple iPhone 16 series is anticipated for September of this year, encompassing variants such as the standard iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max. These devices are expected to debut alongside the iOS 18 update, speculated to introduce generative AI features akin to those found in the Samsung Galaxy S24 and Google Pixel 8.
