The iPhone 16 Pro models are shaping to be quite an upgrade over the current lineup, as the devices will not only come with dedicated Apple Intelligence features but also pack top-of-the-line internals. It has now been reported that Apple will launch the iPhone 16 Pro models in September with support for Wi-Fi 7, allowing users to enjoy faster upload and download speeds. However, the standard models were not included in the latest report, which indicates that the duo will continue to feature the same Wi-Fi chips.
iPhone 16 Pro models "widely expected" to launch with Wi-Fi 7 chip for faster connectivity
As mentioned, Apple will launch this year's 'Pro' models with major upgrades, and connectivity has not been left behind as well. As per DigiTimes, Apple is slated to incorporate a Wi-Fi 7 chip inside the iPhone 16 Pro models, allowing the device to use three bands simultaneously. If you are not familiar with it, Wi-Fi 7 will enable the 'Pro' iPhone 16 models to download and upload data above the 2.4 GHz, 5 GHz, and 6 GHz bands. This will ultimately boost wireless speeds and promote lower latency.
Overall, the new connectivity upgrade will allow the iPhone 16 Pro to lag less when it comes to wireless data and provide seamless speeds over 40 Gbps. This means that the data transfer speeds will be at least four times higher than the Wi-Fi 6E standard on the iPhone 15 models. Take note that this is not the first time that we have heard details on the subject, as analyst Jeff Pu has also speculated the same integration for the iPhone 16 Pro models.
To take advantage of the higher bands and Wi-Fi 7 as a whole, users should own a dedicated router that supports the technology. If you do not have one, the iPhone 16 Pro will stick to the conventional speeds. The iPhone 16 Pro will be a solid upgrade over the iPhone 15 Pro models, and while the design will be mostly the same, it will be a little bigger than the current models. However, we are most excited about the new Capture Button and how it would respond to the camera features.
Other than the physical attributes of the devices, Apple Intelligence will play a major role in gathering demand for the handset as well. However, it appears that Apple has delayed the release of Apple Intelligence for the iPhone, as it recently released iOS 18.1 beta to developers. It is yet to be seen if the delay of AI features will have an impact on the demand for the iPhone 16 models.
About the author: Ali Salman is a technology reporter for Wccftech mobile section with a specialized focus on Apple and the intellectual property that drives mobile innovation. He has cultivated a unique expertise in analyzing and deconstructing complex technology patents, translating dense legal and technical documents into clear, insightful reports on future products.
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