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iQOO has officially confirmed it will launch the iQOO 16 this September, dismissing recent speculation that the device had been cancelled. The confirmation comes amid reports from tipsters that rising memory prices were impacting flagship smartphone production at companies including Vivo, Oppo, Samsung, and OnePlus.
Powerful New Chipset
The iQOO 16 will be powered by the upcoming Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 chipset. This new processor is based on TSMC’s 2nm process, promising significant performance gains. iQOO has teased the phone with the slogan “Monster Inside”, hinting at the device’s capabilities.
Design and Camera Details
Early looks at the iQOO 16 reveal a distinctive design. The phone features a triple-camera setup housed in a square module on the rear, alongside gradient graphics. It will be available in black and silver colour variants. The camera system includes:
- A 50MP main sensor with Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- A 50MP ultrawide sensor
- A 50MP 3X telephoto lens
For selfies, the iQOO 16 will utilise a 32MP front-facing camera.
Battery and Durability
Leaks suggest the iQOO 16 will pack a large 8,400mAh battery, supported by 100W wired charging. The device is also expected to feature both IP68 and IP69 water and dust resistance ratings.
Availability and Pricing
The iQOO 16 will initially launch in China in September. An India launch is anticipated, potentially following BIS certification, but no firm date has been announced. According to reports, a price tag above Rs 65,000 is possible, potentially influenced by the current memory market conditions.
