Apple‘s iPhone 16 lineup could be a boon for battery life, with significant capacity increases across most models – except one. According to leaks from Weibo, a popular Chinese social media platform, three out of the four iPhone 16 variants are expected to receive sizable battery bumps compared to their iPhone 15 counterparts.
This focus on battery capacity is likely a response to the rumored larger screens expected on the iPhone 16. Apple has consistently prioritized software optimization for battery efficiency, and the iPhone 15 Pro Max currently holds the title of longest-lasting smartphone tested by 01Lab. However, with potentially bigger displays, a bump in battery power seems like a logical step to maintain excellent user experience.
A Mixed Bag for Battery Life
The leaked information details the purported battery capacities for each iPhone 16 model, alongside the percentage change compared to the iPhone 15:
- iPhone 16: 3,561 mAh (up from 3,367 mAh on iPhone 15, a +5.8% increase)
- iPhone 16 Plus: 4,006 mAh (down from 4,383 mAh on iPhone 15 Plus, an -8.6% decrease)
- iPhone 16 Pro: 3,355 mAh (up from 3,290 mAh on iPhone 15 Pro, a +2% increase)
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: 4,676 mAh (up from 4,422 mAh on iPhone 15 Pro Max, a +5.7% increase)
The eyebrow-raising detail here is the iPhone 16 Plus. While the other models boast battery increases, the Plus appears to be taking a slight step back. It’s important to remember that these are leaks, and the final specifications could differ. Additionally, even with a smaller battery, the iPhone 16 Plus might still offer comparable endurance thanks to potential software optimizations in iOS 18 and hardware advancements like Apple’s upcoming chips built on a more energy-efficient 3nm process by TSMC.
Screen Size Speculation
The leaks also hint at potential screen size increases for the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max models, reaching 6.3 and 6.9 inches respectively, compared to the current 6.1 and 6.7 inches. This would likely be facilitated by a new technology that reduces the bezels around the display.
While these leaks offer a glimpse into what Apple might have in store, it’s crucial to remember that official details won’t be revealed until September 2024, which is the typical timeframe for iPhone announcements.