Anticipation is building for Apple’s September 9th event where the iPhone 16 Pro is expected to be unveiled. One of the most persistent rumors has been about the addition of a gold-colored titanium finish to the lineup. However, the exact shade of gold has remained a mystery, with speculation ranging from a bronze-like hue to a deeper brown reminiscent of the Microsoft Zune.
A recent leak may offer the clearest picture yet of the new gold finish. An image shared by a source who accurately predicted the natural gray titanium color of the iPhone 15 Pro last year appears to show the iPhone 16 Pro in a case, with the gold titanium finish peeking through.
The image also seems to confirm the presence of a new capture button near the sleep/wake button, which is rumored to offer dedicated controls for the Camera app.
While this leak offers a tantalizing glimpse, it’s important to note that it isn’t an official image from Apple. The final color and design may still differ slightly. Nonetheless, it has sparked discussions online about whether this is the shade of gold people were hoping for. Some have expressed a preference for a darker gold tone, while others find the leaked color to be appealing. There’s even been debate about the potential name for this finish, with “Desert Titanium” being one of the rumored possibilities.
As the Apple event draws closer, excitement continues to mount, and many are eager to see if this leaked image accurately reflects the final product.
