Awaiting a new model iPhone se 4, Apple has made a surprise and launched the new iPhone 16E, which we can describe as the cheapest and most efficient iPhone in 2025. From the new 5G modem CIP developed by Apple and to Apple Intelligence support, all make the iPhone 16E an excellent choice for those who want a cheap and high -performance phone.
On February 19, 2025, Apple officially presented the new iPhone 16E, a device that brings a completely new design, along with the powerful chip A18, a 48 MP camera and full Apple Intelligence support. In addition, this is the first iPhone model equipped with the internal designed 5G modem, chip C1.
The starting price for the iPhone 16E is $ 599 for the 128 GB version, and pre -orders start on Friday, February 21, 2025, with deliveries scheduled for February 28. I would say that it is a pretty decent price, if we are to take the technical specifications of the new iPhone model.
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Specifications and features of iPhone 16E
Design, performance and connectivity are definitely the main key points.
Design and display
The iPhone 16E is equipped with a 6.1 -inch OLED screen, provided with a cut at the top that hosts Face ID technology. At the base of the phone is a USB-C port for charging and data transfer. Apple has also replaced the classic silent switch with the Action button, which allows quick access to various functions.
Improved performance
The new iPhone 16E is powered by the A18 chip, a 6 -core processor that offers a speed of up to 80% higher compared to A13 Bionic on the iPhone 11. In addition, it has a 4 -core GPU and a 16 -nucleus neural engine, capable of running automatic learning models up to six times more than previous generations.
This performance supports Apple Intelligence functions, including:
- Genmoji - Creating personalized emoji
- Writing Tools - Advanced tools for writing
- Clean Up - function for eliminating unwanted elements from the pictures (details here)
- Chatgpt integration - for advanced assistance (details here)
- Acces rapid la Visual Intelligence through the Action button
So, the iPhone 16E is a cheap, but very efficient phone, capable of supporting the latest artificial intelligence technologies, present on the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 models.
Advanced connectivity with C1 chip
iPhone 16E introduces the first 5G modem developed by Apple - chip C1. It provides a quick and stable connection, with minimal energy consumption. In combination with iOS 18 optimizations and efficient internal design, battery life is significantly improved, compared to any other model.
Camera and photo-video capabilities
You don't have to be cheated on the fact that the iPhone 16E has only one camera. He is able to take surprisingly clear photos at a high resolution.
48 sqm main camera
On the back of the device is a 48 MP fusion camera, equipped with the 2X Telephoto Digital, allowing zoom without loss of quality. The default photography is made at 24 square meters, but you can also opt for captures at 48 square meters. The camera also includes:
- Portrait mode
- Night Mode function for low light photos
- HDR support for clear and detailed images
Truedepth front camera 12 MP
With the new iPhone 16E device you can take quality selfie pictures, as well as the iPhone 16 Pro. The selfie camera has autofocus and is optimized for high quality video calls and clear photos.
Advanced video capabilities
Apple has left behind no video capture capacity. iPhone 16E allows you to recording in 4K with Dolby Vision to up to 60 frames per second. Video features include:
- Spatial Audio - for an immersive sound experience
- Audio Mix - the possibility to edit the later sound, to highlight the voices or to create studio effects
- Reducing wind noise - for a higher clarity of sound in outer environments
With all these photo-video capture performance, the iPhone 16E succeeds with a single main camera to cope with many users demands.
If we also take into account the fact that the price of iPhone 16E is almost half compared to the iPhone 16 Pro, I could say that it is an excellent choice for users who have a low budget for such purchases, without making too much for photo-video performance.
Battery Autonomy and iPhone 16E connectivity
Apple compares the performance of the autonomy of the iPhone 16E battery with older models, such as iPhone 11 or iPhone SE, but does not say anything that this new model has an autonomy with only a smaller video player than iPhone 16 Pro.
The autonomy of the iPhone 16E battery supports up to 26 hours of video playback, 6 hours more than iPhone 11 and 12 hours in addition to all generations of iPhone SE. iPhone 16 Pro has a 27 -hour battery life in video playback.
In terms of wireless charging, this model is compatible with all Magsafe and QI charges.
Apple did not leave this model with satellite connectivity. This model allows you to send messages and call on emergency services even without classic signal, using satellite.
The function is also present Crash Detection, which automatically detects car accidents and can call emergency services.
Complete technical details on the dedicated official page iPhone 16e.
Price and availability iPhone 16E
Pre -orders for the iPhone 16E start on February 21, and the first deliveries will take place on February 28. The price starts at $ 599 for the 128 GB storage version, being available in black and white.
Apple withdrew the IPhone SE model from the offer, which was the most accessible device, with a starting price of $ 429. Also, iPhone 14 Plus has been completely eliminated, and iPhone 14 will only be available through Apple partners.
In conclusion, iPhone 16E combines top performance with smart functions and impressive autonomy, being a good option for users who are not necessarily top functions.
