Why Apple Made the iPhone 16 Base Model So Strong

Apple's decision to make the base model iPhone 16 more powerful and feature-rich than previous generations may be due to the upcoming release of the iPhone SE 4. The iPhone SE 4 is expected to have a range of upgrades including an edge-to-edge design, OLED display, A18 chip with 8GB of RAM, full Apple Intelligence support, a 48MP main camera, and a new Apple-designed 5G modem. These features are likely to make the iPhone SE 4 a compelling alternative to the iPhone 16, leading Apple to strengthen the base model of the latter to maintain a clear distinction between the two devices.