After a month of using the iPhone 16 Pro, should users upgrade just because of Apple Intelligence?
The iPhone 16 series has been available to consumers for about a month.
Experts from the AppleInsider technology site have conducted a detailed review of the iPhone 16 Pro in all aspects. Let's go into the details.
Design & Features
This year's iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are larger than their predecessors, but reviewers haven't noticed any negative effects.
The larger screens and some apps take advantage of them, and battery life has also improved.
iPhone 16 Pro is worth buying for those who own iPhone 13 Pro or earlier.
iPhone 16 Pro is worth buying for those who own iPhone 13 Pro or earlier.
With a 6.3-inch screen, the iPhone 16 Pro's viewing area is much larger. This is partly due to Apple's reduction of bezels.
The 2,000-nit screen has a pixel density of 460ppi, 120Hz ProMotion, P3 color support, and HDR.
The Dynamic Island area is still there and more useful than ever with new apps like Apple Sports.
Camera and camera control
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The photography process has been upgraded for the iPhone 16 series, and the new Fusion Camera supports better photos in a variety of conditions.
But the biggest physical upgrade is the Ultra Wide Camera, which has a 48MP sensor.
This gives the iPhone 16 Pro a 48MP + 48MP + 12MP rear camera setup; up front is a 12MP selfie camera.
iPhone 16 Pro.
iPhone 16 Pro.
However, it will take some time for users to get used to Camera Control. Most users only use Camera Control to control zoom. They are not really useful for general users.
Otherwise, overall, the image and video quality of this high-end smartphone is still quite good, although there is not much difference from last year's iPhone 15 Pro.
Apple Intelligence
Many experts say Apple is lagging behind in AI. The truth is that Apple didn’t rush out with a half-baked product last year. Instead, the company waited until it had a product that fit its mission statement—safe, private, secure. Apple Intelligence is a tool that’s used on content or information that already exists, and that’s what makes it different.
Illustration photo.
Illustration photo.
However, for now, iOS 18.1 only includes a handful of the original Apple Intelligence features promised, which means there’s no reason to get one for the iPhone 16 Pro.
Quick review of iPhone 16 Pro after 1 month
After 17 years of launching the iPhone product line, Apple is unlikely to bring dramatic changes to a high-end smartphone. However, according to experts, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are bigger upgrades than most other products. Apple has added new buttons, especially the button with many control options like Camera Control.
The Camera Control button isn't really useful.
The Camera Control button isn't really useful.
Compared to last year's iPhone 15 Pro, the iPhone 16 Pro's battery life has also been extended. Wi-Fi 7 connectivity also makes the device future-proof, and 25W MagSafe charging is a nice addition.
Sure, Apple’s AI features can be boring, but they’re still important. It’s great that Apple is laying out its vision for AI. At the same time, the A18 Pro is a powerful chip, but it’s still not very smooth when it comes to heavy gaming.
The iPhone 16 Pro has significantly thinner screen bezels.
The iPhone 16 Pro has significantly thinner screen bezels.
In short, the iPhone 16 Pro is worth buying, especially if you are using older iPhones, especially the iPhone 13 Pro generation or earlier. Currently, the product is priced from 28.99 million VND for the 256GB version.
iPhone 16 Pro Advantages:
- Bigger but not bulky
- Significantly longer battery life
- Improved camera, camera controls and superior Photographic Styles
- Apple Intelligence makes the difference
Disadvantages:
- Apple Intelligence is not ready yet
- The case is not yet designed to accommodate the Camera Control button
- Action buttons do not have many practical applications yet
