Apple iPhone 16 Series Launch Met with Controversy over Lack of Innovation, Criticized by Luo Yonghao and Jia Yueting

Apple iPhone 16 Series Launch Met with Controversy over Lack of Innovation, Criticized by Luo Yonghao and Jia YuetingThe Apple iPhone 16 series was officially released on September 10th, sparking widespread discussion. However, after two days of fermentation, public opinion on the new model isn't particularly positive

Apple iPhone 16 Series Launch Met with Controversy over Lack of Innovation, Criticized by Luo Yonghao and Jia Yueting

The Apple iPhone 16 series was officially released on September 10th, sparking widespread discussion. However, after two days of fermentation, public opinion on the new model isn't particularly positive. Many believe that Apple hasn't escaped the "toothpaste" criticism, with the new phone only introducing minor innovations. Compared to the Steve Jobs era, the level of innovation is simply uninspiring.

Internet celebrities Luo Yonghao and Jia Yueting both made sharp comments about Apple's new product. Jia Yueting posted on social media, "Apple without its founder is increasingly like a soulless giant. Although it still sits on its throne, no one can deny that it's becoming mundane." He believes that this launch was just a "waste of time." While Jia Yueting's remarks might be promoting his FF second brand, his assessment of Apple remains relatively objective.

Compared to Jia Yueting, Luo Yonghao's criticism is more direct. In his live stream, he bluntly said, "So... zero innovation again?" He further pointed out that Apple's lack of innovation has lasted for years, with no substantial breakthroughs besides the constant rearrangement of camera placement. He had previously mocked Apple's 45-degree rotation of two cameras in the iPhone 13 series, deeming it a perfunctory "innovation" and even stating that he would fire the relevant product managers and designers if it were his company. Now, the iPhone 16 series has reverted to a vertical camera arrangement, seemingly validating Luo Yonghao's assessment.

In addition to Luo Yonghao and Jia Yueting, renowned tech journalist Mark Gurman also holds a pessimistic outlook on the iPhone 16 series. He believes that a massive upgrade cycle is unlikely in 2024, as global consumers are tightening their belts. With only minor adjustments, the iPhone 16 series is unlikely to entice consumers to upgrade.

Overall, the public perception of the iPhone 16 series is rather negative. Although Apple emphasized performance and functional improvements during the launch event, these enhancements appear too insignificant to mask its lack of innovation. In the fiercely competitive smartphone market, Apple needs more disruptive innovations to maintain its leading position; otherwise, it risks losing market share.