Apple is preparing to unveil its highly anticipated iPhone 16 series this fall.

The latest iteration of the iconic smartphone promises to bring unprecedented customization options, marking a significant departure from the traditional iPhone design philosophy.

According to a report by Forbes, the upcoming launch is poised to be a game changer for Apple’s entire iPhone lineup. Before the new devices hit the market, Apple will introduce iOS 18, the software that will power the iPhone 16 series.

Renowned iPhone analyst Mark Gurman from Bloomberg has shared insights into the new features, highlighting a radically redesigned home screen that will offer users extensive customization capabilities.

“The iPhone home screen will be completely different,” Gurman stated. “It will let users change the colour of app icons and place them wherever they want.

For instance, you can make all your social icons blue or finance-related ones green, and they won’t need to be placed in the standard grid that has existed since day one in 2007.”

This flexibility in app icon placement and color customization is expected to allow users to personalize their devices to an unprecedented degree.

Gurman emphasised that this change will make every iPhone appear drastically different from the current models, giving users the freedom to tailor their devices to their individual tastes and preferences.

The official unveiling event, scheduled for June 10, is expected to put a significant emphasis on artificial intelligence (AI). Reports suggest that Apple is working on integrating generative AI into its suite of features, potentially introducing AI-generated emojis.

Gurman elaborated on this development, saying, “One standout feature will bring generative AI to emojis. The company is developing software that can create custom emojis on the fly, based on what users are texting.

That means you’ll suddenly have an all-new emoji for any occasion, beyond the catalogue of options that Apple currently offers on the iPhone and other devices.”

This innovative approach to emojis, powered by generative AI, could provide users with a dynamic and personalized communication experience, further enhancing the appeal of the new iPhone 16 series.