Apple finally launched the iPhone 16e, a budget version of the iPhone 16. It brings a new design and a nice set of powerful internal upgrades. Instead of coming up with a iPhone SE version, Apple has given the iPhone 16e a slightly toned-down version of the standard iPhone 16.
The price is one of the biggest talking points. The iPhone 16e is a cheaper iPhone, but the phone will still be much more expensive than the previous iPhone SE 3. Now, how does the price vary across global markets, like the US, UK, Canada, China and more? Let's take a closer look.
iPhone 16e Price and Pre-Order Details
According to Apple, the iPhone 16e is an upper mid-range segment smartphone. It is equipped with premium features at a more affordable price. The price of the 128GB variant differs in various regions, as shown here:
● US: $599
● India: ₹59,900
● UK: £599
● China: ¥4,499
● Canada: CAD 899
Pre-orders begin on February 21, and the first deliveries will start on February 28.
iPhone 16e: Key Features
The iPhone 16e comes with a 6.1-inch OLED display, keeping the familiar Face ID system for secure unlocking. One major design change is the removal of the mute switch, replaced by an Action Button that allows users to quickly access the camera or enable Do Not Disturb mode.
Another notable upgrade is the switch from Apple's Lightning port to USB-C, making charging and data transfer faster.
Powering the device is Apple's A18 chip, delivering 80% faster performance than the A13 Bionic chip. The 6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine ensure smooth performance, especially for AI tasks.
Users also get Apple Intelligence features like Genmoji and Writing Tools, plus built-in ChatGPT integration for smarter interactions.
With its mix of affordability and premium features, the iPhone 16e is expected to attract a wide range of buyers.
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