Apple iPhone 16e With A18 Chip, 48MP Camera Launched In India: Prices, Specifications, More
Apple has launched the entry-level iPhone 16e model in India for Rs 59,999. It features an OLED screen and A18 chipset.
Published : February 20, 2025 at 11:45 AM IST
Hyderabad: Apple on Wednesday launched the iPhone 16e in India and globally. The new phone is an entry-level model added to the iPhone 16 lineup and starts at Rs 59,999 for the base model. The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch OLED display and shares the same A18 chipset found in the iPhone 16 series. The newly launched iPhone also comes with the Apple Intelligence feature. The iPhone 16e boasts a single 48MP rear camera and a programmable Action Button.
Apple iPhone 16e: Price and Availability
The iPhone 16e comes in three storage variants-- 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. The 128GB storage model is priced at Rs 59,900, the 256GB model is priced at Rs 69,900, and the 512GB variant is priced at Rs 89,900.
The company says that the device will be available for pre-order from February 21, 2025 and will go for sale on February 28, 2025. The iPhone 16e is available in Black and White colour options.
Apple iPhone 16e: Specifications and Features
The new device comes with a 6.1-inch OLED display with support for a 60Hz refresh rate and 800nits of peak brightness. It uses Apple's Ceramic Shield material for durability. The iPhone 16e shares the same 3nm A18 chipset found in the iPhone 16 launched in September 2024. The phone also supports Apple Intelligence features, just like the new iPhone 16 series and the iPhone 15 Pro models.
The iPhone 16e boasts a single 48MP rear camera with OIS (Optical Image Stabilisation) on the back and a 12MP TrueDepth camera on the front. Moreover, it includes FaceID feature, marking an end to the TouchID on iPhones. The battery capacity is not yet revealed, but Apple says that the iPhone 16e has the best battery life ever on a 6.1-inch iPhone, lasting up to six hours longer than iPhone 11 and up to 12 hours longer than all generations of iPhone SE.
The device also features a USB Type-C port for charging. It supports 18W wired and 7.5W wireless charging. Other features of the iPhone 16e include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and GPS connectivity. Additionally, it supports Apple's Emergency SOS via satellite for select regions.
