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The iPhone 16e Does (Almost) Everything You Want an iPhone to Do
The budget-friendly iPhone 16e loses some features, like an ultrawide camera and MagSafe charging, but it's still a great entry-level phone.
Tech review: iPhone 16e — a worthy successor to the iPhone SE
There was a lot of speculation about the next version of the iPhone SE — which has traditionally been Apple’s cheapest iPhone. The 2022 third generation iPhone SE cost $399 and many of us in the media were wondering if Apple would keep the next version at that price level — spoiler alert — they did not.
Apple could have sold me an iPhone SE 4, but it won't sell me the iPhone 16e
If you're confused about who the iPhone 16e is for, you're not alone — I know I won't be upgrading. I'm going to cut right to it. I should have been an easy sell for the iPhone SE 4, but I'm vehemently against the iPhone 16e.
Apple needs the iPhone 16e to be a hit. Here’s why it has a chance
First, the company shifted away from the “SE” branding after nearly a decade. Then it priced the budget phone higher than expected at $599 – a notable jump from the $429 iPhone SE.
iPhone 16e review: I used Apple's newest phone for a week. Here's how it compares.
Going from the third-generation SE to the 16e is a big step up. But is it worth the money? Here's what you need to know.
Apple iPhone 16e Review: the Budget-Friendly iPhone to Get
Before the iPhone 16e’s arrival, the best budget iPhone option was the SE, which had a decade-plus-old design and a tiny IPS screen with a lower resolution and an IPS panel. Replacing the SE with a product with modern design, top-tier specs, and Apple Intelligence is a major leap forward for Apple’s entry-level smartphone.
Apple iPhone 16e review: The right trade-offs?
You'll pay more for the cheapest model in Apple's lineup, but the iPhone 16e is a marked upgrade over the iPhone SE 2022. In fact, it has a lot in common with the standard iPhone 16, complete with a gorgeous OLED screen,
In India, Apple’s iPhone 16e faces stiff competition from older models
Apple has brought the iPhone 16e to offer a more affordable option within the iPhone 16 lineup, targeting emerging markets including India.
Apple iPhone 16e review: Battery life king
Apple’s new iPhone 16e has a lot going for it, but it’s significantly more expensive than its predecessor, the iPhone SE.
Apple iPhone 16e review: Is the lower price a strong draw?
Apple positioned the iPhone SE as a budget-friendly alternative to its premium line-ups. It did pretty well, with its second generation in particular peaking at No 2 in terms of sales in 2020. And it was only a matter of time before an overhaul was due – and here we are with the iPhone 16e.
An iPhone 17e may be in the cards, but will we ever see an iPhone 18e?
A report from Consumer Intelligence Research Partners, backed by a tip from a proven leaker, suggests the iPhone 17e is more ...
iPhone 17e rumored for 2026 launch as ‘e’ models become an annual fixture
A research suggests Apple's new iPhone 'e' models might become a thing, as an iPhone 17e is already rumored to launch in ...
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Apple iPhone 16: all models compared
The new iPhone 16 line-up was unveiled in September 2024, with the budget iPhone 16e arriving in February 2025. Each new iPhone model can usually be relied on to carve a spot near the top of ...