Apple has officially launched the iPhone 16 series, and there is a lot new this time — from a refreshed design and a dedicated camera control button to Apple Intelligence AI features built right into the hardware. The lineup includes four models: iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
- iPhone 16 starts at Rs 79,999 (128 GB) in India and goes on sale September 20 in five colours.
- Apple's new A18 Bionic chip delivers a 30 % faster CPU and 40 % faster GPU versus the iPhone 15.
- A brand-new Camera Control button on the right frame gives one-touch access to the camera app and settings.
- Apple Intelligence brings on-device AI to photography, messaging, email, and the Photos app.
iPhone 16 & iPhone 16 Plus Pricing in India
The iPhone 16 is priced at Rs 79,999 for the 128 GB base model, Rs 89,999 for 256 GB, and Rs 1,09,999 for the 512 GB variant. The larger iPhone 16 Plus starts at Rs 89,999 (128 GB), steps up to Rs 99,999 (256 GB), and tops out at Rs 1,19,999 (512 GB). Both models go on sale in India from September 20 and are available in Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, and Black.
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Display, Performance, and Camera Specs
Both the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus feature a Dynamic Island Super Retina XDR OLED display — 6.1 inches on the standard model and 6.7 inches on the Plus. The screen supports up to 2,000 nits peak brightness, HDR10, and Dolby Vision for vivid, true-to-life visuals.
Under the hood, Apple's A18 Bionic chipset powers the pair. The hexa-core CPU has two performance cores clocked at 3.89 GHz and four efficiency cores at 2.2 GHz. Apple claims the CPU is 30 % faster and the 5-core GPU is 40 % faster and 35 % more energy-efficient compared with the A16 Bionic found in the iPhone 15. Both phones launch with iOS 18 out of the box.
Camera System
On the back, iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus carry a dual-camera setup: a 48 MP primary sensor (26 mm, f/1.6 aperture, True Tone flash) paired with a 12 MP 2× telephoto lens (f/1.6 aperture, 120° field of view). Selfies and video calls are handled by a 12 MP front camera with an f/1.9 aperture telephoto lens.
A standout hardware addition is the new Camera Control button, embedded in the right frame. A single touch launches the camera app instantly. You can tap and scroll to adjust camera settings, switch modes, and capture photos or video — all without touching the screen.
Battery and Charging
Apple estimates the iPhone 16 can deliver up to 22 hours of video playback and 80 hours of audio playback on a single charge. The iPhone 16 Plus extends that to 27 hours of video and 100 hours of audio. Both models charge via USB-C and support 25 W MagSafe wireless charging and 15 W Qi wireless charging.
Apple Intelligence: AI Built Into iPhone 16
The iPhone 16 series is the first lineup designed from the ground up to support Apple Intelligence — Apple's on-device AI platform. It touches almost every part of the software experience: smarter photo editing and selection in the Photos app, AI-assisted writing in Mail and Messages, enhanced Siri capabilities, and intelligent search across apps. Because the processing happens on-device, Apple emphasises privacy as a core benefit alongside convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the starting price of iPhone 16 in India?
The iPhone 16 starts at Rs 79,999 for the 128 GB model in India. It goes on sale from September 20 in Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, and Black colour options.
What chip does the iPhone 16 use?
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are powered by Apple's A18 Bionic chip — a hexa-core CPU with two performance cores at 3.89 GHz and four efficiency cores at 2.2 GHz, paired with a 5-core GPU that is 40 % faster than the A16 Bionic in the previous generation.
What is the Camera Control button on iPhone 16?
Camera Control is a new touch-sensitive button on the right edge of the iPhone 16. Touching it opens the camera app immediately, and tap-and-scroll gestures let you adjust settings, switch shooting modes, and capture photos or video without using the screen.
Does iPhone 16 support wireless charging?
Yes. Both iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus support MagSafe wireless charging at up to 25 W and standard Qi wireless charging at up to 15 W, in addition to wired charging via USB-C.
