iPhone 16 to Offer Minimal Changes, Predicts Barclays
Despite predictions of little innovation, some users remain excited for the new model, especially those upgrading from older devices.
- Barclays research note suggests the iPhone 16 will offer 'very little feature/function difference' compared to the iPhone 15.
- Barclays has reduced Apple's stock price target from $161 to $160 per share, indicating a potential slowdown in growth.
- Analysts note a shift in Apple's ecosystem from Mac-driven to iPhone-driven over the last decade, which could make growth harder over the next several years.
- Despite the lack of major changes, some users are still excited about the iPhone 16, particularly those upgrading from older models.
- Barclays also reports a lack of improvement in sales for Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches.