Apple is gearing up to unveil the iPad Air and iPad Pro this Tuesday, with the highly anticipated iPhone 16 lineup expected to follow later in the year, possibly in September. Rumors suggest that these new phones will boast a cutting-edge 3nm chip, enhanced AI capabilities, larger screens, new ultrawide cameras, and bigger batteries. Additionally, leaked images of iPhone 16 molds from French website ShopSystem hint at another subtle change on the horizon.

When purchasing a new phone, we often focus on prominent specs like display size, chipset, battery capacity, and camera features. However, there are other essential aspects to consider that can greatly enhance user experience – one of them being Apple’s innovative MagSafe technology.

Debuted with the iPhone 12, MagSafe utilizes magnetic technology to surround the phone’s charging coil with magnets. This enables convenient wireless charging and allows for easy attachment of accessories like wallet cases.

Recent leaked photos indicate that the charging ring on the upcoming iPhone 16 may be thinner. While ShopSystem speculates that this alteration could render older MagSafe and Qi2 chargers incompatible with the new iPhones, sources like 9to5Mac argue otherwise.

The reduction in thickness is expected to not only enhance the charging capabilities but also reduce the overall weight of the devices. These images align with previous leaks suggesting that both the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus will feature a vertically aligned camera layout. This realignment is anticipated to enable Apple to introduce spatial video recording – currently exclusive to Pro models – across all variants.