Unboxing of iPhone 16 may have leaked ahead of schedule; watch the video
A video from ESR Gear brand shows the unboxing of an iPhone that has not been released yet, which seems to be very similar to the leaked concepts of the iPhone 16. The intention of the video was to present the protective case for Apple’s new generation of smartphones, but it ended up confirming several design details that had already emerged in previous rumors, such as the arrangement of the rear cameras and a new capacitive button dedicated to the camera.
According to Apple’s practices and the industry in general, the unit shown in the video is not expected to be functional, but rather a sample model sent to partner brands for the creation of accessories adapted for the final product. However, the physical characteristics shown in the video will be those of the new iPhone. The iPhone 16 is set to be launched next Monday.
After the video was published on ESR Gear’s Instagram, many users were surprised and questioned whether the brand had accidentally leaked the iPhone 16. However, it is important to note that leaks and rumors are common in the iPhone enthusiast community, as attention to detail is very high.
Some information about the iPhone 16 began to emerge since September 2023, shortly after the release of the iPhone 15. One of the main details revealed was the capacitive button dedicated to the camera, which is different from conventional mechanical buttons. It does not sink and can identify different levels of touch pressure. The protective case shown in the video does not cover this button, as it needs to be exposed to function properly. In addition, the case is compatible with the MagSafe system, which allows the use of induction charging devices.
Another noticeable difference in the new model is the arrangement of the rear cameras, which are no longer diagonal but aligned close to the left side of the device. However, since the device shown in the video is not functional, it is not possible to verify the size of the cutout for the selfie camera on the screen.
In summary, the unboxing video published by ESR Gear reveals design details of the iPhone 16, confirming features that had already been disclosed in previous rumors. The official launch of the iPhone 16 is scheduled for next Monday.
