Rumors are swirling that the iPhone 16 will ditch physical buttons in favor of haptic feedback buttons, offering users a new and innovative experience.
According to Economic Daily News, Apple has placed a large order for capacitive buttons from its Taiwanese partner, Advanced Semiconductor Engineering (ASE), a long-time component supplier for Apple.
Mechanical buttons on the iPhone 16 could be eliminated
Other sources indicate that the iPhone 16 will feature up to two Taptic Engines, which will recreate the sensation of vibration when users interact with the virtual buttons, giving the impression of pressing a physical button. This mechanism is similar to that used in Apple’s Magic Trackpad, providing realistic haptic feedback.
Furthermore, recent leaks have revealed that the iPhone 16’s camera button, known internally as “Project Nova,” will receive a major sensor upgrade. Additionally, the action button, now dubbed “Project Atlas,” will transition from mechanical to force-sensitive technology. Meanwhile, “Project Bongo” may have been part of previous projects and could still be in development, referring to the implementation of force sensitivity to other buttons on the iPhone.
If these rumors hold true, the iPhone 16 will be the first Apple smartphone to completely eliminate mechanical buttons.
New button technology on the iPhone 16 series is highly anticipated
Previously, rumors suggested that capacitive buttons would replace all physical buttons on the iPhone 15 lineup, but this did not come to fruition. Once again, the iPhone 16 is heavily rumored to ditch physical buttons altogether, though we must wait for an official announcement.
The iPhone 16 is expected to launch in the fall of this year
Regarding the iPhone 16 series, MacRumors reports that Apple will increase the screen sizes of the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. Specifically, the iPhone 16 Pro will reportedly feature a 6.3-inch display, up from 6.1 inches on its predecessor, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max will sport a 6.9-inch display, up from 6.7 inches. Additional upgrades are expected, including an improved wide-angle camera, AI integration, and battery enhancements…
