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All iPhone 16 models to get new capacitive camera button.

Leander Kahney
August 22, 2024

The big iPhone 16 introduction is but weeks away, and one of the new hardware features to look forward to is a capacitive Capture button to control the camera.

The long-rumored button will add a bunch of DSLR-like features to the iPhone, but it appeared to be destined only for the Pro models.

But there’s good news: It looks like the new Capture button will come to all models in the iPhone 16 lineup.

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Today’s poll

Would you buy an iPhone 16 primarily for the new capacitive Capture button?

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