iPhones are synonymous for top-class camera phones thanks to consistent processing and improved camera components. But one notable shortcomings has not been addressed is lens flare which is persistent even in the iPhone 15 Pro (review). A rumor claims that Apple plans to resolve this through a new technology that might first be utilized in the iPhone 16 Pro.
Published on South Korean’s Naver, frequent leaker yeux1122 is now citing a source within the company that talks of Apple testing a new camera lens with improved anti-flare coating for its upcoming iPhones. It was further described Apple is incorporating the use of ALD or Atomic Layer Disposition. The latter is known as a process to precisely create thin-film layers such as anti-flare coating.
It was added this type of lens coating would enhance photo quality by reducing the amount of lens flaring or phenomenon where artifacts and streak of lights appear in photos caused by bright subjects such as lights. Another camera artifact related to this is ghosting or duplication of subjects which is likely to be reduced as well.
Which iPhones will use the new anti-flare lens coating?
Although not mentioned which iPhone models will first take advantage of this, it is believed the technology might be ready and adopted in this year’s iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
It is considered that yeux1122 has a mixed track record in regard to forecasts related to Apple. However, lens flare has been a prominent problem in iPhones for years, which still exists with the iPhone 15 Pro. Our colleague Antoine has highlighted in his iPhone 15 Pro Max review about this issue.
To that note, it may be true that Apple is already working to address this starting with the iPhone 16 Pro, and before it will be deployed to future models, including the standard iPhone 17.
How else the iPhone 16 Pro be better than the iPhone 15 Pro?
Other related camera upgrades rumored to arrive with the iPhone 16 Pro include an upgraded 48 MP primary sensor, a new 48 MP ultrawide sensor that replaces the current 12 MP module, and a dedicated camera shutter key. The Pro shooters could also benefit from the new ISP (Image Signal Processing) for overall better image reproduction.
Apple is anticipated to announce the iPhone 16 series later in the fall. The new Watch Series 10 and Watch Ultra 3 are likely to be tagged as well.
With these camera improvements, do you think it makes the iPhone 16 Pro a promising upgrade from its predecessor? We like to hear your opinion.
Via: MacRumors
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yeux1122 on Naver
