Apple today unveiled the long-awaited new edition of the "budget" iPhone, the iPhone 16e. What does this smartphone offer?
iPhone 16e - previously unofficially referred to as the iPhone SE 4 - has received a completely new styling, referring to the more expensive models of the iPhone 16 series. The screen bezels and fingerprint reader have disappeared from the front. The iPhone 16e relies on Face ID lock, like other iPhone models. Unfortunately, instead of the Dynamic Island, the screen has an old-fashioned notch. It houses a 12-megapixel selfie camera with an f/1.9 aperture. The flat back is diversified by the lens of a single camera, with a 48-megapixel sensor, optical image stabilization and an aperture of f/1.6. Apple assures that this camera has an integrated 2x optical zoom, thanks to which it works basically like two cameras in one. iPhone 16e records video in 4K quality up to 60 fps in Dolby Vision format. Another breath of freshness is the multifunction Action Button, which replaced the old switch for muting notifications. iPhone 16e is resistant to water, splashes and dust and has a water resistance class of IP68.
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iPhone 16e is equipped with a 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display with a resolution of 2532x1170 px and a typical brightness of 800 nits, but unfortunately a standard refresh rate of 60 Hz. The smartphone uses the Apple A18 processor, the same one found in the iPhone 16. Unfortunately, the memory capacities may be surprising - but more on that in a moment. The smartphone also has a 12-megapixel selfie camera, stereo speakers. The iPhone 16e is powered by a 3279 mAh battery (unofficial data), charging at 20 W wired and 15 W inductively. Of course, there will be no charger in the set. The smartphone supports satellite communication and starts with iOS 18, enriched with Apple Intelligence artificial intelligence functions. The smartphone measures 146.7x71.5x7.8 mm and weighs 167 g. The iPhone 16e will be available in two colours and the following memory variants - and prices:
- 128 GB - 699 euros, 599 USD
- 256 GB - 829 euros, 699 USD
- 512 GB - 1079 euros, 899 USD
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