The cat is finally out of the bag. Apple has officially launched the latest and one of the most affordable iPhone 16e all across the globe. The newly launched iPhone 16e is an addition to the already existing iPhone 16 series. However, it is a cheaper option than the original iPhones. It is now considered one of the cheapest Apple devices supporting Apple Intelligence. If you are someone who wishes to know more about the new launch, this article is for you. It brings you all the information you must know about the iPhone 16e launch. The following article includes the price details, availability, specifications, and how different it is from the original iPhone 16.
iPhone 16e Launch: Prices All In Major Countries Across The World
Apple had launched the iPhone 16e in three different storage variants. The first variant comes with 128GB storage space while the second comes with 256GB, and the last comes with a maximum of 512GB storage space. People living here in the United States can get their hands on the newly launched iPhone 16e at $599 or $24.95 per month for 24 months. On the other hand, people living in the United Kingdom can book the iPhone at £599 or £24.96 per month for 24 months. People living in the UAE can get the newly launched iPhone 16e at AED 2,599. Those living in Japan can get it at 99,800 yen (including tax) or 4,158 yen per month for 24 months.
Specifications Of The Newly Launched iPhone
The newly launched iPhone 16e comes in two iconic colors — black and white. The major specifications of the iPhone include a 6.1-inch OLED display along with a 60Hz refresh rate. It has an aluminum body as well as a Face ID security system. It has also been launched with a 5G modem. The iPhone 16e is launched with a USB-C port and can survive six hours more than the previously launched iPhone 11.
It also comes with an Action Button and an IP68 rating for water as well as dust resistance. The A18 chip powers the new iPhone 16e. It also has 8GB RAM and supports Apple Intelligence as well. The iPhone 16e allows users to search images with natural language as well as AI tools like Image Playground and Genmoji. Siri is now integrated with ChatGPT making it more advanced.
iPhone 16e Launch: Pre-Booking Details
The pre-booking of the newly launched iPhone 16e will start on the 21st of February 2025 at 5AM PST. The phones will hit the markets one week later on the 28th of February 2025. Users from over 59 major countries all over the world can pre-book their iPhone 16e. Apart from the United States of America, these 59 countries all include Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, India, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, South Korea, Türkiye, the UAE, and the UK. The silicone case for the iPhone 16e will also be available for $39. The silicone cases will launch in four colors winter blue, fuchsia, lake green, black, and white.
How Different Is It From The Previously Launched iPhone 16
The iPhone 16e was initially scheduled to launch as the iPhone SE 4. However, Apple decided to launch it as a new addition to the already existing iPhone 16 series. This is because the iPhone 16e shares many of its features with it.
The iPhone 16 model launched in the month of September last year at $799 to $1,099 while the 16e model is available at $599. The 16 model is available in the markets in Ultramarine, Black, Pink, Teal, and White. On the other hand, the 16e model is available in only two colors namely Black and White.
Both the models are available in three different storage variants namely 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. The iPhone 16 model is available with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display along with an innovative Dynamic Island feature. On the other hand, the 16e model comes with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display.
The iOS 18 powers the iPhone 16 and supports Apple Intelligence as well much like the 16e model. The 16 model comes with a 12MP telephoto camera alongside a 12MP front camera. The iPhone 16e comes with a 48MP Fusion camera as well as an integrated 2x telephoto.
The newly launched model has also introduced an action button as well as USB Type C charging. It also comes with FaceID for security as well as features connectivity options like Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and Wi-Fi 6.
