New rumors from China have hit the web today, indicating that Apple is experimenting with no fewer than five different iPhone 7 models. Although the release date is a while off, speculation on the net is pointing to a number of prospective changes for the next generation iPhone, and while some seem more feasible than others, here are several features that may be integrated into the forthcoming iPhone 7.
Goodbye Lightning, Hello Reversible USB Port
In place of Apple’s signature Lightning connector, the new iPhone could be the first iPhone to integrate a reversible USB Type-C port, a feature that is already found on Apple’s new MacBook.
Wireless Charging Finally Arrives
It’s unclear whether this advent will be compatible with existing wireless charging docks (unlikely) or if Apple plans to introduce their own charging console, but if Apple waited this long to build in wireless charging, this time they better do it right.
Multi-Touch 3D Touch…?
Combining two existing Apple features – the gesture-based commands like “pinch-to-zoom” with 3D touch from the latest iPhone 6s and 6s Plus – this integration may seem confusing and impractical, but the idea of Apple adding more functionality to 3D touch is certainly exciting.
Optical Zoom With Dual Rear Cameras
Dual rear cameras on the iPhone would allow for optical zoom instead of the relatively obsolete digital zoom feature in the current iPhone range.
Fingerprints Recognized on the Main Display
Adding fingerprint recognition capabilities to the main display screen only makes sense, as Apple could then discard the home button and fit future iPhones into a smaller frame, if they so choose.