What You Need To Know About The iPhone 16e

 The iPhone 16e is positioned as a new addition to the iPhone 16 lineup. Apple claims the iPhone 16e brings powerful capabilities, enhanced battery life, and cutting-edge features at a more "affordable" price point. You can get your hands on the 128 Gigs version of the iPhone 16e for $599.

Camera

Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the iPhone 16e’s 2-in-1 camera system, featuring a 48MP wide lens and a 12MP ultrawide lens. This setup is perfect for capturing everyday moments, with support for Night mode and Portrait mode to ensure stunning photos even in low-light conditions. The front-facing TrueDepth camera, also 12MP, delivers vibrant selfies and 4K Dolby Vision video recording at up to 60 fps, complete with stop-and-restart functionality for seamless video editing.

Battery Life

According to Apple, the device offers up to 20 hours of video playback and 80 hours of audio playback. This significant upgrade addresses one of the most common pain points for budget-conscious users.

Performance

The iPhone 16e has the A18 chip, the same processor found in the iPhone 16. Paired with Apple’s first cellular modem, the C1. The iPhone 16e also introduces the Action button, previously exclusive to Pro models, allowing users to customize quick access to functions like the camera, flashlight, Shazam, or Translate.

Pricing and Availability

Pricing starts at $599, higher than the traditional SE pricing but justified by its advanced features, the iPhone 16e is positioned as a mid-range option within Apple’s ecosystem. Pre-orders began immediately following the announcement, with availability in stores starting March 7, 2025. It comes in storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB.