Apple has officially introduced the iPhone 16e, the latest addition to the iPhone 16 lineup. Designed to offer strong performance at a more affordable price, the iPhone 16e features the A18 chip, a 48MP 2-in-1 camera system, and long battery life. It brings Apple’s latest innovations to more users without breaking the bank.
At the heart of the iPhone 16e is the A18 chip, which delivers smooth performance for everyday use, gaming, and multitasking. It also comes with Apple’s first in-house C1 modem, which ensures reliable connectivity and better battery efficiency. The phone is designed to support Apple Intelligence, Apple’s next-generation smart assistant, offering more responsive and context-aware interactions.
iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with OLED technology, making colours pop and text crisp. Whether you’re streaming videos, playing games, or reading, the display delivers a rich and immersive experience.
Apple says the iPhone 16e has the best battery life ever on a 6.1-inch iPhone. Thanks to the efficiency of the A18 chip and C1 modem, it lasts up to 12 hours longer than older models. The phone supports USB-C charging and MagSafe wireless charging, making it convenient to power up on the go. With a 16-core Neural Engine, the iPhone 16e handles smart features like real-time photo enhancements, voice recognition, and faster Siri interactions with ease.
The 48MP Fusion camera system on the iPhone 16e makes it easy to take high-quality photos. With its integrated 2x Telephoto lens, users can zoom in with optical quality, giving them two cameras in one.
The TrueDepth front-facing camera ensures clear selfies and supports Face ID for security.
Night Mode and Smart HDR enhance details and lighting for night shots, while 4K Dolby Vision HDR video recording brings cinematic quality to everyday moments. The addition of Spatial Audio recording makes videos more immersive when played back on compatible devices.
Smarter Features with Apple Intelligence
Apple Intelligence introduces new tools that make using the iPhone more seamless:
● Image Playground: An AI-driven tool for fun photo enhancements and custom emojis.
● Clean Up Tool: Removes unwanted objects from photos in a single tap.
● Siri and ChatGPT Integration: Users can access ChatGPT directly through Siri to get instant answers or help with tasks.
● Action Button Customization: Assign quick actions like opening the camera or activating voice memos.
iPhone 16e includes Emergency SOS via satellite, Roadside Assistance, and Find My via satellite, helping users stay connected even without cellular coverage. Crash Detection can automatically call emergency services if it detects a serious car accident.
For privacy, Apple’s Private Cloud Compute ensures that AI-powered features process data securely, with no user information stored in the cloud.
Pricing and Availability
iPhone 16e comes in black and white with storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB, starting at SGD 949. Pre-orders begin on February 21, with the official release on February 28 in multiple countries, including Singapore, the US, UK, Canada, Japan, and Australia.
Customers can trade in their older iPhones for credit towards a new one. Apple Trade-In offers up to SGD 275 for an iPhone 12.
With its A18 chip, long battery life, and improved camera system, the iPhone 16e is a strong option for anyone looking for a capable, future-ready smartphone without a premium price tag. Find out more here.
