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Apple iPhone 16e by Apple
Starting from $599.00
Launch price for the base storage/RAM variant
Disclaimer: The price shown is the official launch price (MSRP) for the base storage/RAM configuration.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Higher storage/RAM variants cost more. Actual prices may also vary depending on your country, region, taxes, and retailer.
Apple's budget-friendly 2025 iPhone, replacing the SE line with a modern design, the A18 chip, and Apple Intelligence support at $599.
About Apple iPhone 16e
The iPhone 16e replaced the older iPhone SE line as Apple's entry-level model, adopting the modern all-screen design with Dynamic Island rather than the dated Touch ID home button design of the SE. It runs the same A18 chip found in the standard iPhone 16, making it fully capable of running Apple Intelligence, though it drops MagSafe wireless charging and uses a single-lens rear camera to hit its lower price point. It launched in just two colors: Black and White.
Full Specifications
Imported
Processor
Apple A18 (4-core GPU), 3nm
Operating System
iOS 18 (Apple Intelligence)
Display Size
6.1 inches
Display Resolution
1179 x 2556 pixels
Display Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, Dynamic Island, 60Hz
Refresh Rate
60Hz
Rear Camera
48MP wide (f/1.6, single-lens Fusion camera with 2x optical-quality zoom)
Front Camera
12MP (f/1.9)
RAM
8GB
Internal Storage
128GB / 256GB / 512GB
Network
5G
Battery Capacity
4005 mAh
Protection
Ceramic Shield front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water Resistance
IP68 (6m for 30 min)
Charging
20W wired (USB-C), no MagSafe (Qi wireless only)
Colors
Black, White
Known Issues & Fixes
| Issue | Solution / Fix |
|---|---|
| Some users were surprised to find the iPhone 16e lacks MagSafe, meaning existing MagSafe cases, chargers, and wallets do not attach magnetically. | Not a defect; a deliberate cost-saving decision by Apple. Standard Qi wireless charging still works, just without magnetic alignment. |
| A number of users noted the single rear camera struggles more in low light and lacks an ultrawide option compared to the standard iPhone 16. | Not fixable via software; this is an inherent hardware limitation of the budget-tier single-camera design. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors does the iPhone 16e come in?
Only Black and White.
Does the iPhone 16e have MagSafe?
No, it lacks MagSafe magnetic wireless charging, though it still supports standard Qi wireless charging.
Does it support Apple Intelligence?
Yes, it uses the same A18 chip as the standard iPhone 16, making it fully capable of Apple Intelligence features.
How many rear cameras does it have?
Just one — a single 48MP wide camera, unlike the dual-camera setup on the standard iPhone 16.
What storage options are available?
128GB, 256GB, and 512GB.
Is it waterproof?
It has an IP68 rating for up to 6 meters of water for 30 minutes.
Does it have a headphone jack?
No, there is no 3.5mm headphone jack.
