This useful feature of the iPhone 15 Pro will be available on all iPhone 16 models

The design of the iPhone 16 has been revealed a little more by the indiscretion of leaker Ice Universe. In a video posted on X, he shows off the casing of a future Apple smartphone. We understand that this is not a Pro model, as the protection offers only two areas for the photo sensors. Therefore, it could be iPhone 16 or iPhone 16 Plus; Considering the size adopted by this holster (the hand holding it can be used as a ladder) you may slightly prefer the latter.

What’s interesting here is that we see a new protrusion on the left edge next to the volume keys. This will likely house the Action button introduced on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max last year. It was mentioned in previous leaks that it could also be seen on standard models, the video (available at the end of the article) confirms this.

An action button and a capture key for iPhone 16

As a reminder, the Action button is customizable and acts as a shortcut to launch frequently used commands faster. It can be used to enable or disable silent mode (replaces the old Ring/Silent button) or concentration mode, open the Camera app, enable or disable the flashlight, start or stop recording a voice note, open Magnifier. app, start a translation, open an app, run a programmed shortcut, or access an accessibility feature. Other operations will be possible with iOS 16.

The shell of this iPhone 16 (Plus) model also reveals a hole for another new button on the right edge, placed below the start key. This will be the capture button that has been talked about for a while. Still mysterious, it should be useful for taking photos, zooming or focusing without needing to touch the screen. It’s left exposed with the guard shown in the video, meaning using it requires more precision than other buttons.