The latest addition to Apple’s lineup is the iPhone 16e, a stripped-back version of the modern iPhone experience. Starting at £599, it offers most of the core features at a significantly lower cost.
The latest addition to Apple‘s lineup is the ‘iPhone 16e’ , a stripped-back version of the modern iPhone experience. With a starting price of £599, it offers most of the core features at a significantly lower cost than its counterparts.
Design and Display
The ‘iPhone 16e’ boasts an all-screen design with an aluminium body, making it light and relatively compact. The 6.1in OLED screen is good and big enough for most uses, but isn’t as bright as that on the standard ‘iPhone 16‘ . One notable feature is the old-style Face ID notch at the top of the screen, which may not appeal to those who prefer a newer design.
Performance and Camera
The phone is powered by an Apple A18 chip, which is slightly inferior to that used in the regular ‘iPhone 16’ . However, it still provides snappy performance. The camera department has been compromised with only one 48MP camera on the back, lacking a telephoto lens or macrophotography mode. Portrait mode is also less effective, and advanced photographic styles are missing.
Connectivity and Battery Life
The ‘iPhone 16e’ supports 5G, wifi 6, NFC, Bluetooth 5.3, USB-C, Satellite, and GNSS connectivity options. Wireless charging is available, but MagSafe magnetic attachment technology is absent, which may be a deal-breaker for some users. The phone’s battery life is one of its strongest points, lasting up to 52 hours of general usage between charges.
The iPhone 16E is equipped with advanced wireless connectivity features, including Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3.
It also supports dual-SIM functionality and has a built-in eSIM for convenient switching between plans.
The device features Gigabit-class LTE for fast data transfer rates and supports up to 32 networks worldwide.
Additionally, the iPhone 16E includes USB-C port with Thunderbolt 3 support for rapid charging and data transfer.
Additional Features
The ‘iPhone 16e’ comes with Apple Intelligence features, including visual intelligence using the camera to identify objects. However, many of these features are underwhelming or bettered by third-party apps. The phone also has a handy action button that replaces the mute switch from older iPhones and can be used to turn on the torch, launch the camera, or various other features.
Verdict
The ‘iPhone 16e’ is a solid choice for those who want the absolute cheapest new iPhone available without settling for anything else. However, its compromises may make it less appealing to others. With a starting price of £599, it’s still very much at the premium end of the market.
- theguardian.com | iPhone 16e review: Apple’s cheapest new phone
