Apple's September Event Highlights: The iPhone 16 Series Revealed
The annual Apple September event, often referred to as 'Glowtime', is the most important date on the tech calendar, and the 2024 launch was no exception. It was, as expected, primarily focused on the unveiling of the brand new iPhone 16 lineup. This year’s theme centred heavily on integrating Apple Intelligence (AI) throughout the ecosystem, meaning the new phones required some serious performance boosts and physical hardware changes.
The New iPhone 16 Features
Across the entire iPhone 16 range—the standard, Plus, Pro, and Pro Max models—several key features stood out, making a compelling case for an upgrade:
- New A18/A18 Pro Chips: The new processors were specifically designed to handle the advanced generative AI features that are coming to iOS, promising twice the speed for Neural Engine tasks.
- Camera Control Button: A brand new, dedicated mechanical button was added to the side of all models. This button acts like a dedicated camera shutter, with a half-press to focus and a full-press to capture, a huge win for photography enthusiasts.
- Larger Screens: The Pro models received a size bump, with the iPhone 16 Pro Max featuring a massive 6.9-inch display, making it the largest iPhone screen yet.
- Action Button for All: The customisable Action button, first seen on the iPhone 15 Pro, has now been extended to the base iPhone 16 and 16 Plus models, replacing the old mute switch.
The Impact on the Second-Hand Market
A launch of this magnitude always has a direct and beneficial effect on consumers looking for quality refurbished technology. As millions of users upgrade to the new iPhone 16, a massive volume of perfectly functional, high-quality previous-generation devices enters the market. The iPhone 15 and even 14 series are now available at dramatically lower prices.
If you love the Apple ecosystem but can't justify the price tag of a brand new flagship, now is the perfect time to buy a quality refurbished iPhone from Envirofone. They have been rigorously tested, certified, and come with a warranty, giving you that premium Apple experience for much less.
Alternatively, if you are one of the many planning to buy a new iPhone 16, make sure you get the best possible value for your old handset. Don't let your iPhone 15 or 14 lose value in a drawer. You can quickly and easily get a great cash quote when you sell your device to us, which can help offset the cost of that brand new purchase.
