“New Insights Revealed: MacRumors Unveils Apple’s 2024 iPhone Lineup Prototypes. Get an Exclusive Sneak Peek at the Pro Devices with Our Detailed Mockups. While Not Finalized, These Images Offer the Most Accurate Preview Yet of the Next-Generation iPhones.”
“Evolutionary Advancements: iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max to Expand on iPhone 15 Pro’s Curved Edges and Titanium Frame. Anticipate Larger Displays and Introduction of Capacitive Capture Button for Enhanced Functionality.”
“Multiple Sources Confirm: iPhone 16 Pro (Codename: Diablo) and iPhone 16 Pro Max (Codename: Lightning) to Feature Larger Displays, Measuring 6.3 inches and 6.9 inches Respectively, Up from 6.1 inches and 6.7 inches. This Expansion Likely Accommodates the Addition of the 5x Tetraprism Telephoto Camera, Expected to Be Available on Both Pro Models. Unlike the iPhone 15 Lineup, Where Only the Larger iPhone 15 Pro Max Included the 5x Telephoto Lens, the Increased Size of the 2024 iPhones Will Enable Apple to Incorporate the Tetraprism Telephoto Camera into Both iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max.”
“Throughout Apple’s Development Process, the Overall Form Factor and Design of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Have Remained Consistent. However, the Company Has Explored Various Design Details, Including Different Button Configurations. Among Four Tested Configurations, Apple Seems to Have Chosen a Design Resembling That of the iPhone 15 Pro, With the Addition of a Button on the Right Side of the iPhone.”
“Similar to the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, both models in the iPhone 16 lineup will feature a versatile Action button. This button can be customized to execute various functions based on user preferences. Although Apple explored different sizes and designs for the Action button, current design documents indicate that it will maintain the same size as the one present on the current iPhone 15 Pro.”
“The Action button design, initially developed under the codename Atlas, was conceived as a larger capacitive button with a force sensor. However, recent designs for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max do not incorporate this larger Action button. The fate of the Atlas project is currently uncertain, with the possibility that Apple may have opted for a conventional mechanical Action button instead, leading to speculation of the Atlas project’s cancellation.”
“In October, Weibo leaker “Instant Digital” suggested that the iPhone 16 Pro would boast an Action button seamlessly integrated into the device’s frame. While internal documentation viewed by MacRumors initially supported this assertion, it pertained to the earlier “Proto1” development phase. However, the latest “Proto2″ design iteration deviates from this concept, featuring a smaller Action button that is no longer flush with the frame.”
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“On the right side, the iPhone 16 Pro models will introduce a brand-new Capture button, as revealed in our December renders of the standard iPhone 16 models. Codenamed Nova, the Capture button is anticipated to be a capacitive-type button with force-sensor capabilities. Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman recently confirmed its purpose for video capture. Positioned below the power button, this placement prompts Apple to relocate the mmWave antenna from the right to the left side of U.S. models. Unlike the power and volume buttons, the Capture button will sit flush with the iPhone’s frame, eliminating any protrusion.”
“In terms of materials, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will maintain the use of Grade 5 Titanium (Ti-6Al-4V), consistent with the iPhone 15 Pro, without any significant alterations to the overall finish. Regarding color options, Apple’s prototypes feature a ‘Silver’ hue, marketed as ‘White Titanium’ by Apple. Documentation indicates that Apple has utilized existing colors from the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max for testing, with intentions to introduce another color option. However, details on the new color option are currently unavailable.”
