After much anticipation and a series of speculations, Apple’s latest addition to its iPhone lineup, the iPhone 16e, finally makes its debut. This new model enters the scene, not as the long-rumored iPhone SE 4, but as part of the iPhone 16 series.
Stepping away from the trend of smaller screens, the iPhone 16e boasts a vibrant 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a 60 Hz refresh rate. While the infamous notch returns, it doesn’t come alone; it’s joined by an Action Button, an innovative feature introduced in earlier models. The build of the iPhone 16e is reminiscent of the iPhone 15, though with subtle refinements.
Photographers and content creators will appreciate the single robust 48 MP camera sensor, capable of offering impressive “optical quality” zoom via an “integrated 2x Telephoto” lens, assisted by AI and enabling 4K video recording. The front hosts a reliable 12 MP selfie camera, consistent with other non-Pro models.
Powering this device is Apple’s latest A18 SoC. Although it is a slightly toned-down version with 4 GPU cores, its efficiency shines, thanks to the new Apple C1 5G modem, heralded as the company’s most efficient yet. While Apple stays mum on the exact battery capacity, they assure prolonged battery life, outpacing the previous generation iPhone SE 3 by 12 hours.
The iPhone 16e aligns with modern standards, featuring a USB-C port and wireless charging. However, it lacks Wi-Fi 6E and MagSafe capabilities. Storage options cater to a range of needs and budgets, starting at 128 GB for $599, ascending to 256 GB for $699, and capping at 512 GB for $899. With Apple Intelligence support built-in, expect the standard 8 GB of RAM. Pre-orders are open on Apple’s website, with the device available in classic black and white colors.
