In March, we saw 3D renders of the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max, which added some context to earlier reports that Apple would increase the screen size to 6.27” and 6.85”, respectively. Due to this, the phones will be bigger, but not as big as they might otherwise have been.
Sisa Journal-E reports that Apple has developed a “Border Reduction Structure” (or BRS), which reduces bezels. In comparison to the outgoing iPhone 15 Pro and 15 Pro Max, the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max will measure 149.6 x 71.45 x 8.25mm and 163 x 77.58 x 8.25mm, respectively.
All four models will feature BRS displays, not just the Pros. According to information available at the moment, the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus will have the same screen dimensions as their predecessors (and 120Hz will be an upgrade slated for the iPhone 17).
The challenge of bezel reduction was the dissipation of heat. Samsung Display, LG Display, and BOE will all adopt Apple’s simple solution.
An insider claims that companies do not view BRS technology as a very difficult technology. The allocation of production volumes may be altered by Apple when mass production starts if one of the companies runs into difficulties.
