Apple iPhone 16e

Technical specifications

Terribly slow, I do not recommend it. The energy efficiency of the Apple C1 is a myth. It heats up very significantly when using 5G. Apple compensated for the excessively heating modem with a large battery. I had to return it because it was impossible to use. Constant animation stutters and interface bugs which, as it turned out, occur for most people using iPhones with iOS 18. The only positive features are the long battery life and a quite good (despite there being only one) camera. On warm days, even though the phone was not a very fast device normally, it became unusable (throttling). I did not have a defective unit because in Antutu it achieved a score similar to other testers. The build quality is poor; although it supposedly has an aluminum frame, it does not feel like cold metal, and the smartphone itself gives the impression of a lightweight, cheap toy. I do not recommend it; this is an independent reviewer and my subjective opinion. It is better to buy a Samsung Galaxy S25 or, if someone absolutely must have an iPhone, an older 14/13 Pro.

A good and fast smartphone from 2025 for normal use for several years. The processor is the same as in much more expensive models. Everything works very smoothly. Very good battery life. The lack of MagSafe is somewhat irritating, but it can be charged wirelessly. Android phones at this price range have problems with this. :) If someone wants a smartphone for the ecosystem, iMessage, and Apple Pay, this is a good choice. Perhaps the price will still drop to around 2000 PLN.

The only things that positively surprised me are the camera and the battery life. Other than that, the smartphone is completely not worth its price. Holding an iPhone 4 or 5 a few years ago, you could get the impression that it was truly premium equipment, while the iPhone 16e feels like a cheap toy. It is supposedly "lower-end" equipment, but for over 2000 PLN, one should expect something more. The refinement of the iOS system also leaves much to be desired; a few years ago it offered uncompromising stability and polish, but today animation stutters and various larger or smaller interface errors are a daily occurrence. 60Hz in a device for over 2000 PLN is also something of a joke, although one can get used to it. Cooperation with Bluetooth headphones also caused it problems (every time I had to reconnect). Apple CarPlay does not work; even with a high-quality cable, there is a pairing error every time. As someone mentioned before, when using 5G, especially on warmer days, the smartphone heats up significantly, sometimes even lowering the screen brightness to manage power (I would expect such behavior from some 200 PLN Chinese phone, not from a brand that is supposedly "Premium"). This phone can only be praised by a die-hard Apple fan who ignores everything except the Apple logo on the back, or an elderly person who does nothing demanding on the phone. If you are considering a purchase - I advise against it. It is a waste of nerves and money.

I bought this phone at Media Expert, although I read comments before the purchase about the single camera and the phone overheating, and now I will share my experience with the iPhone 16e. During backup restoration and configuration, it became slightly warm, but only minimally. The photo quality is quite good for a single camera, even flagship-level. I do not use any specialized functions; I just want a good photo, and it delivers. The speakers are quite good, similar to the iPhone 14 I used to have, and this phone is most similar to that one, except with one camera, a new processor, USB-C, and a better battery. I recommend it to older people or those who do not spend much time using their phone or playing games, but simply want smooth performance for a long time.

Excellent phone, everything works perfectly, I recommend it to everyone.