A new report from Mark Gurman suggests that the always-on mode would indeed be part of future iPhone 14s running iOS 16. But only two models could actually benefit from it.
As the Worldwide Developers Conference 2022 (WWDC) is fast approaching – June 6 – Apple is preparing behind the scenes for the launch of its iPhone 14, the presentation of which is traditionally expected in September. And among the novelties that are brewing, a certain always-on mode.
As a reminder, this feature allows you to display static information (date, time, notification icon) when your phone screen is locked. On Android, it has already existed for many years. But on the iPhone, this is still a lack which could nevertheless be filled on the iPhone 14.
An always-on mode with iOS 16?
As Mark Gurman suggests in his latest report for Bloomberg – a view previously shared by analyst Ross Young – iOS 16 should bring with it a whole new always-on mode. But according to him, this function could be reserved for the two most high-end models: the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.
The iPhone 14 and 14 Max – there would be no mini version this year – would therefore not be affected.
This duo could also benefit from an ever more sophisticated screen, supporting even more advanced LTPO technology. LTPO technology allows you to play with the refresh rate in order to make the panel as energy efficient as possible. For example, the frequency of the iPhone 13 Pro and 13 Pro Max oscillates between 10 and 120 Hz.
Except that this time, this refresh rate could drop to 1 Hz in order to make the always-on mode ultra economical. This is not the first time that we have come across such a low frequency in the Apple ecosystem: the Apple Watch also offers it to remain sober in terms of energy consumption.
Know how to stand out
In the idea, Apple therefore has the know-how to introduce such a novelty on its future iPhones. It remains to be seen whether Mark Gurman’s predictions will be good regarding the exclusivity reserved for the iPhone 14 Pro and 14 Pro Max. After all, the idea wouldn’t be amazing to set them apart from the rest of the range.
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