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iPhone Ultra: Rumors About Apple's 2024 High-End iPhone 16
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He's running out of tricks and the iPhone dividend bestowed on him by Jobs. Most of the projects he started are either delayed or postponed indefinitely. It's just a matter of time before shareholders realize it's time.
slap pencil support on there and I'd pay 2k right now.
Apple in 2024 may introduce a new high-end iPhone 16 "Ultra" that would be sold alongside the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max as a more expensive, feature rich option.
This guide highlights everything we've heard about the possibility of an iPhone Ultra.
Feature Set
An iPhone 16 Ultra would be Apple's most expensive and feature rich iPhone, offering options beyond those available with the Pro models. We don't have too much insight into what new additions Apple might reserve for an Ultra model, but Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has shared some possibilities.
He says that the iPhone Ultra could include additional camera improvements, a faster chip, a bigger display, and perhaps even a portless design without a Lightning or USB-C port.
The iPhone Ultra would presumably be modeled after the Apple Watch Ultra, Apple's high-end Apple Watch option. Like that device, the iPhone Ultra could have unique and niche features that set it apart and make it worth a more premium price tag.
Pricing
If Apple ends up unveiling an iPhone 16 Ultra, it will be even more expensive than the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which is priced starting at $1,099. It is expected to be sold alongside iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max devices rather than replacing one.
Launch Timeline
The earliest that Apple would introduce a higher-end Ultra iPhone is 2024, which would make it part of the iPhone 16 lineup. As 2024 is the soonest that we'll see the model, there is a possibility that it could be delayed until the iPhone 17 lineup or beyond.
iPhone 15 Ultra?
Back in September 2022, Gurman speculated that Apple might introduce an iPhone 15 Ultra that would replace the iPhone 15 Pro Max in the 2023 iPhone lineup, but it no longer appears that an iPhone 15 Ultra is going to happen. Instead, we are expecting an iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Renders
Designer Jonas Daenert in February shared some conceptual images of what an iPhone 16 Ultra could look like, with some of the design ideas taken from the Apple Watch Ultra. He imagines a thicker 12mm iPhone with a titanium chassis, rounded edges, protruding buttons, and orange accents.
This is in no way what Apple's iPhone Ultra will look like as there haven't been design rumors as of yet, but it is a fun concept to look at.
Article Link: The iPhone Ultra: Everything We Know About Apple's 2024 High-End iPhone 16
It's as ugly as can be. What makes it worse is Apple always tout themselves as a company of impeccable design and then they release that pigs ear.
I want the 2TB too! I have it on the iPad like you but it would be great to update the iPhone.
A single TB is so 2021 🤭
I can't wait for you to all buy this and support a desperate attempt to ship more hardware from a stagnant design team.
I REALLY REALLY REALLY like this one! PRETTY PLEASE!!! I PROMISE I'LL BUY 🍎
Apple in 2024 may introduce a new high-end iPhone 16 "Ultra" that would be sold alongside the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max as a more expensive, feature rich option.
This guide highlights everything we've heard about the possibility of an iPhone Ultra.
Feature Set
An iPhone 16 Ultra would be Apple's most expensive and feature rich iPhone, offering options beyond those available with the Pro models. We don't have too much insight into what new additions Apple might reserve for an Ultra model, but Bloomberg's Mark Gurman has shared some possibilities.
He says that the iPhone Ultra could include additional camera improvements, a faster chip, a bigger display, and perhaps even a portless design without a Lightning or USB-C port.
The iPhone Ultra would presumably be modeled after the Apple Watch Ultra, Apple's high-end Apple Watch option. Like that device, the iPhone Ultra could have unique and niche features that set it apart and make it worth a more premium price tag.
Pricing
If Apple ends up unveiling an iPhone 16 Ultra, it will be even more expensive than the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which is priced starting at $1,099. It is expected to be sold alongside iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max devices rather than replacing one.
Launch Timeline
The earliest that Apple would introduce a higher-end Ultra iPhone is 2024, which would make it part of the iPhone 16 lineup. As 2024 is the soonest that we'll see the model, there is a possibility that it could be delayed until the iPhone 17 lineup or beyond.
iPhone 15 Ultra?
Back in September 2022, Gurman speculated that Apple might introduce an iPhone 15 Ultra that would replace the iPhone 15 Pro Max in the 2023 iPhone lineup, but it no longer appears that an iPhone 15 Ultra is going to happen. Instead, we are expecting an iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Renders
Designer Jonas Daenert in February shared some conceptual images of what an iPhone 16 Ultra could look like, with some of the design ideas taken from the Apple Watch Ultra. He imagines a thicker 12mm iPhone with a titanium chassis, rounded edges, protruding buttons, and orange accents.
This is in no way what Apple's iPhone Ultra will look like as there haven't been design rumors as of yet, but it is a fun concept to look at.
Article Link: The iPhone Ultra: Everything We Know About Apple's 2024 High-End iPhone 16
There was a pretty interested market amongst my friends and in my family at least for a "right sized" iPhone 12 mini.
Buying an iPhone mini amongst the regular and Pro models nowadays is like how you had to buy a Honda Civic if you preferred a car the size of a Honda Accord from 10 years prior.
Not everyone wants an iPad Mini Mini as their phone.
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I think a 'rugged' watch makes sense. It's always exposed, especially when doing something active. I've destroyed my share of watches. Ceramic and Sapphire - good for a watch!
But if I want a 'rugged' phone, I'll get a rugged case. iPhone users are not going to have their phone out while in the act of surfing, mountain climbing, diving, parkouring (🙂), etc. if only because they'll be using their hands. I'd rather my phone be streamlined for when it's sitting in my pocket or a dry bag 95% of the time.
But if I want a 'rugged' phone, I'll get a rugged case. iPhone users are not going to have their phone out while in the act of surfing, mountain climbing, diving, parkouring (🙂), etc. if only because they'll be using their hands. I'd rather my phone be streamlined for when it's sitting in my pocket or a dry bag 95% of the time.
You don't have to keep all your photos stored locally at all times... They're accessible through iCloud or you can store them in alternative remote backup solution... Don't say you use all 1TB of photos every day/week...
You gotta squeeze your sheeps. Especially if they are used to it and if they like it.
It's quite absurd. Apple releases higher product tier with its only feature being higher price (because otherwise those "new high tier features" would go to the current tier - let's call it "Pro") and Apple crowd applauses to this news. Crazy.
That's a cool render. Like AW Ultra, I too am interested in a more rugged iPhone. Also like the AW Ultra, there is no way I can justify that price pint. I'm pretty tapped at the current $1,400 Pro I'm currently rocking. What could an iPhone Ultra will cost? This might be the $3k device that is getting discredited to the AR/VR goggles. 😜
Basically a larger phone?.
On-screen finger print reader?, foldable?, no island?, no bezels?, double brightness screen?, 240Hz display?, ultra resistant to drops and scratches. Something usable Beyond “bigger” and Ti frame (to be used with a rubber case, off-course!).
What more resistant and better battery than a venerable Nokia 5110, that should be the benchmark!!!.
On-screen finger print reader?, foldable?, no island?, no bezels?, double brightness screen?, 240Hz display?, ultra resistant to drops and scratches. Something usable Beyond “bigger” and Ti frame (to be used with a rubber case, off-course!).
What more resistant and better battery than a venerable Nokia 5110, that should be the benchmark!!!.
If the bezel is titanium, and they get rid of the camera bump for more battery capacity, you have a really, really good option. And that's not even talking about what they could add.
This. If a "Pro" phone doesn't offer the best (and most) features, it is not a "Pro" phone.
It was a rumor from Gurman ... and Gurman rumors can be generally be dismissed most of the time.
I agree. I initially hated the Apple Watch Ultra's design but it really has grown on me over time. My fiancé has had one since launch and I finally caved last week and bought one. I'd totally buy the iPhone Ultra if it looked like this mockup.Usually hate these ad-hoc renders, but this is hot.
I'd love to see Apple make their products as colorful as the iPod nano 4th generation was.No way! Product Red iPhone looks stunning. Can't go wrong! It has a premium look to it.
