The iPhone 16 has finally been announced and ready to arrive on 20th September in Singapore, continuing Apple’s tradition of pushing the boundaries in smartphone technology.
Building on the success of the iPhone 15 series, this new model promises to deliver even more in terms of performance, design, and features.
With significant upgrades over its predecessor, the iPhone 16 is bound to impress both longtime Apple enthusiasts and new users alike.
iPhone 16 Singapore Release Date
Pre-orders for the new iPhone 16 will commence on the 13th of September 2024 with retail and online sales going live on the 20th of September 2024.
iPhone 16 Singapore Prices
In terms of pricing, the iPhone 16 starts at SGD $1,299 for the base model with 128GB of storage. The higher storage options, 256GB and 512GB, are priced at SGD $1,449 and SGD $1,749, respectively.
Compared to the iPhone 15, there hasn’t been any increase in the overall price at launch even though the new iPhone 16 comes packed with enhanced features and technology.
| Model / Storage | iPhone 16 | iPhone 16 Plus | iPhone 16 Pro | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 128GB | S$1,299 | S$1,399 | S$1,599 | — |
| 256GB | S$1,449 | S$1,549 | S$1,749 | S$1,899 |
| 512GB | S$1749 | S$1,849 | S$2,049 | S$2,199 |
| 1TB | — | — | S$2,349 | S$2,499 |
Check out iPhone 16 Pro Max Prices in Singapore here.
iPhone 16 Singtel Price Plans
| SingTel Plans | XS | S | M | L | Pro | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Subscription | $62 | $78 | $98 | $128 | $178 | $288 |
| iPhone 16 (128GB) | $625 | $485 | $305 | $35 | Free | Free |
| iPhone 16 (256GB) | $765 | $620 | $440 | $175 | Free | Free |
| iPhone 16 (512GB) | $1,035 | $890 | $715 | $445 | Free | Free |
| iPhone 16 Plus (128GB) | $715 | $575 | $395 | $130 | Free | Free |
| iPhone 16 Plus (256GB) | $855 | $710 | $530 | $265 | Free | Free |
| iPhone 16 Plus (512GB) | $1,125 | $985 | $805 | $535 | $90 | Free |
| iPhone 16 Pro (128GB) | $900 | $755 | $580 | $310 | Free | Free |
| iPhone 16 Pro (256GB) | $1,035 | $890 | $715 | $445 | Free | Free |
| iPhone 16 Pro (512GB) | $1,310 | $1,165 | $985 | $720 | $275 | Free |
| iPhone 16 Pro (1TB) | $1,580 | $1,435 | $1,260 | $990 | $545 | Free |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max (256GB) | $1,170 | $1,030 | $850 | $585 | $135 | Free |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max (512GB) | $1,445 | $1,300 | $1,125 | $855 | $410 | Free |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max (1TB) | $1,715 | $1,575 | $1,395 | $1,130 | $680 | Free |
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iPhone 16 Key Specifications
The iPhone 16 has some new features built into it that are not only software related, but even tangible hardware upgrades that make it a definite improvement from any of their earlier models.
Features such as a new fusion camera, updated colorways, faster charging, tougher protection and the introduction of Apple Intelligence as well as the new Camera Control functions make the iPhone 16 a no-brainer even though the form factor remains pretty much unchanged from the 15.
The iPhone 16 is equipped with a 6.1 inch OLED Super Retina XDR display that has a refresh rate of 60Hz and a pixel density of 460 ppi making it ideal for any type of lighting. The phone itself is made from lightweight aluminum and does not include any fingerprint sensor, so we will need to make use of Face ID or a passcode to secure the iPhone 16.
In terms of storage, the iPhone 16 base model is available in three variants, 128GB, 256GB and 512GB with no expandable storage option.
The battery on the new iPhone 16 is larger and more efficient than the 15. Though Apple hasn’t explicitly announced the battery capacity of the iPhone 16, it’s optimized to provide upto 22 hours of video playback and around 80 hours of audio playback from a single charge.
The iPhone 16 can be charged from 0% to 50% in under half an hour with the new 20W wired charger. There’s even the option to charge the device through a 25W MagSafe wireless charger as well as Qi2 charging of up to 15W.
iPhone 16 | |
|---|---|
Display: | 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR |
Resolution: | 2556 x 1179 pixels |
Refresh rate: | Adaptive 60Hz |
Chipset: | A18 Bionic |
Rear cameras: | 48MP fusion, 12MP ultra-wide |
Front camera: | 12MP TrueDepth lens |
RAM: | 8GB |
Storage: | 128GB 256GB, 512GB |
iPhone 16 Camera
One of the biggest selling points of the iPhone 16 happens to be its cameras. The 48MP Fusion camera, with its 2x optical zoom, makes it super easy to frame shots perfectly.
The new 12MP Ultra Wide camera supports macro photography and captures 2.6x more light for better image quality.
A new feature coming to the iPhone 16 camera is Photographic Styles. Unlike standard filters, they let you fine-tune the color, highlights, and shadows in real-time. It’s super easy to use, and you can customize how you want your photos to look.
Searching through photos with natural language is a breeze, and the Clean Up tool is a lifesaver for getting rid of unwanted objects in the background.
In terms of video recording, the iPhone 16 can shoot 4K at 60fps, is equipped with Dolby Vision cinematography capture and for better audio quality. The spatial audio capture is updated and this coupled with a new Audio Mix feature lets you separate foreground and background audio.
But wait, that’s not the main highlight of the phone.
The iPhone 16 has a new Camera Control feature that does way more than just click photos or open the camera app.
Camera Control integrates hardware and software to improve your overall experience on the iPhone 16. This tactile switch lets you launch the camera app, adjust settings, take photos, record videos and adjust other controls such as zoom, depth of field and the exposure.
In an update launching later this year, Camera Control is expected to use visual intelligence to help us learn about objects and places with the click of a button.
iPhone 16 Design and Build
The iPhone 16 resembles its predecessor, with a few minor changes. It sports a sleek design with a sturdy, aerospace-grade aluminum enclosure, making it lightweight and durable.
It’s even equipped with the latest generation Ceramic Shield material making it twice as stronger as any smartphone glass in the market.
The device is splash, water and dust resistant, and with a new internal design, the iPhone 16 dissipates heat more effectively than the earlier models which improves overall performance even while gaming.
iPhone 16 has an Action button on the left that makes it easier to launch any action. It’s customizable and can be set to either launch actions such as the camera, flashlight, take a voice memo, open shortcuts or be used to take particular actions within an app like setting an alarm or placing an order.
As for the colourways, the iPhone 16 now comes in Black, White, Pink, Teal and Ultramarine.
iPhone 16 Performance
Powered by the A18 Bionic chip, the iPhone 16 is 60% faster than the iPhone 12 and upto 30% faster than the iPhone 15.
Thanks to the 5-core GPU, there’s enough juice to play AAA titles that only used to work on the Pro models of the iPhone 15.
The iPhone 16’s advanced ray tracing dramatically improves gaming by delivering realistic lighting, shadows, and reflections in real-time.
Games now feature lifelike visuals, have smoother gameplay and reflections or shadows will adapt dynamically to the movement within the game.
iPhone 16 Special Features
Apple’s latest iPhone 16 introduces powerful new features with Apple Intelligence, their personal AI system.
Designed with privacy in mind, Apple Intelligence uses on-device processing to enhance tasks like writing, summarizing, and photo editing.
It can rewrite text, search through photos with natural language, and even clean up unwanted background distractions in images.
Siri also gets a major upgrade with a new design, better language understanding, and personalized responses.
Creative tools, like Image Playground and Genmoji, will roll out in the coming weeks, along with deeper integration across apps for a truly seamless experience.
Conclusion
The iPhone 16 brings together impressive upgrades in design, performance, and innovation.
With the powerful A18 Bionic chip, enhanced camera capabilities, and the integration of Apple Intelligence, the iPhone 16 boosts everyday tasks and gives you a sense of creativity.
Its sleek design, faster processing, and the introduction of features like Camera Control and improved privacy measures make it stand out from previous models.
The iPhone 16 offers something for everyone, delivering a seamless, powerful user experience at a familiar price point.
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