iQOO 16 is already in development

iQOO 16 is already in development as the successor to the iQOO 15, with the name confirmed through the GSM Association’s IMEI database. The IMEI listing includes the model number I2601. The launch timing is uncertain, but it should occur after Qualcomm’s next top-tier chipset becomes official, with September considered the earliest possibility. Rumors indicate the phone will launch in China, India, and other international markets. Past leaks suggest a 9,000 mAh battery. Pricing is expected to be higher than the iQOO 15, with a rumored starting price of CNY 5,000 for 12GB RAM and 256GB storage, compared with CNY 4,100 for the iQOO 15.

"The iQOO 15 launched last October, and the brand is now already busy working on its successor, which unsurprisingly will be called iQOO 16. The name is now confirmed courtesy of the GSM Association's IMEI database, which lists the device alongside its model number, I2601."

"It's unclear exactly when the iQOO 16 will make its debut, but since it should be using Qualcomm's next top of the line chipset, it will have to launch after that becomes official. September at the earliest, we assume."

"Rumor has it the iQOO 16 will be launching in China as well as India and other international markets. According to past leaks, iQOO aims to ship the 16 with a 9,000 mAh battery."

"The phone will unfortunately be more expensive than its predecessor, expected to start at CNY 5,000 ($734) in China with 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. The iQOO 15 launched at CNY 4,100 ($602)."

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