Apple has officially announced the iPhone 16e, a new addition to the iPhone 16 series that delivers high-end performance at a more affordable price. With the A18 chip, a powerful Apple C1 modem, and Apple Intelligence, the iPhone 16e is designed to provide a seamless user experience while maintaining strong battery life.
iPhone 16E
The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with OLED technology, offering stunning visuals with an edge-to-edge design. Built to last, it comes with IP68 water and dust resistance, a Ceramic Shield front cover, and toughened back glass for extra durability.
Apple claims that the iPhone 16e boasts the best battery life on a 6.1-inch iPhone, lasting up to six hours longer than the iPhone 11 and 12 hours longer than previous iPhone SE models. The device supports both wireless charging and USB-C connectivity, allowing for easy integration with a variety of accessories.
Available in matte black and matte white, the iPhone 16e also offers colorful case options for added customization.
A18 Chip and Apple C1 Modem for Unmatched Performance
Powering the iPhone 16e is the A18 chip, which is 80% faster than the A13 Bionic in the iPhone 11. This makes it ideal for everyday tasks, gaming, and Apple Intelligence features. The 4-core GPU enables AAA gaming with ray tracing, delivering realistic lighting and reflections for an immersive experience.
Additionally, the Apple C1 modem, the company’s first in-house cellular modem, ensures fast and reliable 5G connectivity while being the most power-efficient modem ever in an iPhone.
Apple Intelligence, the new AI-powered system, enhances iPhone 16E’s usability with:
- Clean Up tool to remove unwanted elements from photos.
- Natural language search in Photos for easy retrieval of images.
- Image Playground and Genmoji for creative expressions.
- Advanced Siri capabilities, including ChatGPT integration, more conversational abilities, and improved contextual understanding.
With Apple’s Private Cloud Compute, users can enjoy these AI features without compromising their privacy.
Advanced Camera System with 2x Telephoto
The iPhone 16e sports a 48MP Fusion Camera that captures high-resolution photos with excellent detail. The integrated 2x Telephoto lens allows users to zoom in with optical quality, making it a versatile camera system.
Additional camera features include:
- Night mode for improved low-light photography.
- Portrait mode with depth control.
- 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 60fps.
- Spatial Audio recording for immersive sound.
- Wind noise reduction for cleaner audio in videos.
Satellite Connectivity and Safety Features
Apple’s satellite-based communication features continue to push boundaries, ensuring users stay connected even without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage. These include:
- Emergency SOS via satellite
- Roadside Assistance via satellite
- Messages via satellite
- Find My via satellite
Additionally, Crash Detection uses advanced sensors to detect severe car accidents and automatically contact emergency services if needed.
iOS 18: A More Personalized Experience
The iPhone 16e ships with iOS 18, bringing a more customizable and secure experience. Key features include:
- Dark and tinted Home Screen customization
- Redesigned Control Center
- Locked and hidden apps for added privacy
- RCS support for better messaging with Android users
- Scheduled messages in iMessage
Environmentally Friendly Design
Apple continues its commitment to sustainability with the iPhone 16e. The device features:
- 100% recycled cobalt and lithium in the battery
- 85% recycled aluminum in the enclosure
- 100% fiber-based packaging to eliminate plastic
Apple aims for carbon neutrality by 2030, and the iPhone 16e is another step toward that goal.
Pricing and Availability
The iPhone 16e will be available for pre-order starting February 21, with general availability beginning February 28. As for pricing, we’ve listed them right below here:
- 128GB = RM2,999
- 256GB = RM3,499
- 512GB = RM4,499
Pokdepinion: Thankfully there is no 64GB option and it starts out at 128GB. At that price, it’s a pretty solid deal but I would still add a bit more for the 256GB if long-term use is the goal.
