The upcoming iPhone 16 is expected to launch in three months, marking a significant shift in Apple's upgrade cycle. With the introduction of Apple Intelligence, the latest software features will only be accessible on the newest iPhones equipped with a top-of-the-line processor. This includes the ability to send AI-generated images and utilize a smarter Siri. Analysts predict a massive wave of upgrades, with an estimated 270 million iPhone users who haven't upgraded in four years. The iPhone 16 is poised to bring about a major "super cycle" of upgrades. Rumored hardware changes include a camera button that unlocks various features based on finger movement and an Action button replacing mute switches. The anticipation for new AI software and hardware upgrades has consumers eagerly awaiting the launch of the next generation of iPhones.