Apple Launches iPhone 16e: Power, AI, and All-Day Battery

Apple has officially introduced the iPhone 16e, expanding the iPhone 16 series with a powerfulyet more affordable option. Featuring industry-leading efficiency powered by the A18 chip and Apple’s first in-house modem, the C1, iPhone 16e promises smooth performance and breakthrough battery life.

Designed for Apple Intelligence, iPhone 16e enhances privacy-focused AI capabilities. Its 48MP Fusion camera with 2x Telephoto zoom ensures stunning photos and videos. The device also includes Apple’s groundbreaking satellite features, such as Emergency SOS, Roadside Assistance, Messages, and Find My via satellite, keeping users connected even outside cellular and Wi-Fi coverage.

Available in sleek black and white matte finishes, iPhone 16e launches with pre-orders starting February 21, and availability beginning February 28.

Built to Last with Exceptional Battery Life

iPhone 16e features IP68-rated water, dust, and splash resistance, a tough Ceramic Shield front, and the most durable back glass in any smartphone. The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display delivers an immersive experience for HDR content, gaming, and everyday use. Offering the best battery life ever on a 6.1-inch iPhone, it lasts up to six hours longer than iPhone 11 and 12 hours longer than previous iPhone SE models.

Performance & Connectivity with Apple’s First Modem

Powered by the A18 chip, iPhone 16e delivers 80% faster CPU performance than the A13 Bionic, along with a 4-core GPU for console-level gaming and advanced AI capabilities through a 16-core Neural Engine. The Apple-designed C1 modem ensures fast, efficient 5G connectivity, further enhancing battery life.

Apple Intelligence: Smarter, More Private AI

iPhone 16e introduces Apple Intelligence, offering AI-driven features like:

• Clean Up tool to remove unwanted elements from images.
• Natural language search in Photos.
• Image Playground & Genmoji for enhanced creativity.
• Improved Siri, now more conversational with ChatGPT integration for seamless AI assistance.

Innovative Camera System & Smart Action Button

Equipped with a 48MP Fusion camera, iPhone 16e delivers high-resolution photos and optical-quality zoom with its 2x Telephoto lens. Users can capture 4K videos with Dolby Vision and Spatial Audio for immersive playback. The Action button allows quick access to functions like camera, flashlight, Shazam, Voice Memos, and even app shortcuts.

Safety, iOS 18, and Sustainability

iPhone 16e enhances user safety with Crash Detection and satellite-enabled messaging services. Running iOS 18, it brings customizable Home and Lock Screens, an improved Control Center, and enhanced messaging with RCS support. As part of Apple’s 2030 carbon-neutral goal, iPhone 16e incorporates sustainable materials and low-impact manufacturing.

With powerful performance, AI-driven intelligence, and next-gen connectivity, iPhone 16e is set to make the premium iPhone experience more accessible than ever.