Apple Inc. has announced its latest flagship device, the iPhone 16, which marks a significant shift in focus towards software innovation and artificial intelligence.
The new device, set to be unveiled on September 9, will feature advanced AI capabilities integrated into iOS 18.
According to experts, the iPhone 16 represents a major turning point for Apple as the company moves away from its hardware-centric approach and towards a more software-driven strategy.
“The hardware evolution of the Apple iPhone is coming to an end. The future of technology lies in software, and Apple understands that,” said technology inventor and Chief Executive Officer of Famiscro Group, Ndubuisi Ekekwe, in a LinkedIn article obtained on Monday.
Meanwhile, Android phones have integrated advanced AI capabilities, particularly through Google’s Gemini models and associated SDKs.
These features enable on-device processing for tasks like text summarisation, image captioning, and content generation, enhancing user privacy and reducing latency.
The founder and Executive Director of Ninija, Okechukwu Emmanuel, agreed, saying the company had evolved beyond its hardware roots.
“Apple has emerged as a pioneer in software and services, bringing devices to life and redefining the tech industry curve,” Emmanuel wrote on Linkedln.
He highlighted Apple’s integration of generative AI in the upcoming iPhone 16 as a prime example of the company’s innovative spirit. “By embracing AI, Apple is not only keeping pace but also redefining the curve,” he noted.
Emmanuel emphasised that as hardware reaches its limits, software’s potential remains boundless.
“Companies that prioritise software will thrive in this new era, where creativity and utility trump tools alone,” he said.
Researcher and scientist at Near East University, David Amilo, has expressed concerns over the iPhone’s data collection and privacy invasion, saying it’s like having a “personal FBI agent in your pocket.”
Amilo noted that while the idea of hardware maturing and software advancing makes sense, the iPhone’s design poses significant privacy risks. “The possibility of this information ending up in the wrong hands is troubling, putting your security and privacy at risk,” he warned.
