Apple has officially restructured its budget iPhone lineup by replacing the iPhone SE with the more powerful iPhone 16e. This new model is a full-fledged member of the iPhone 16 family, featuring Apple Intelligence capabilities and the company’s first in-house C1 modem.
Apple Intelligence Comes to Budget iPhones
The iPhone 16e is the first budget-range device to support Apple Intelligence, giving it an edge over the iPhone 14 despite having a similar design. The phone is powered by Apple’s latest A18 chip, ensuring seamless performance for all AI-powered features in iOS 18.
Advanced Camera System & Display
The iPhone 16e comes with a single-camera design, but its 48MP “2-in-1 camera system” enables lossless 2x zoom, significantly improving photography quality. The phone also features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, reinforced with Ceramic Shield, which Apple claims is “the toughest back glass in a smartphone.”
Record-Breaking Battery Life
Apple markets the iPhone 16e as having “the best battery life ever on a 6.1-inch iPhone.” It offers:
🔋 6 hours more battery life than the iPhone 11
🔋 12 hours more battery backup compared to all previous iPhone SE models
This sets a new benchmark for battery longevity in budget smartphones.
C1 Modem & Satellite Connectivity
The iPhone 16e debuts Apple’s first in-house C1 modem, marking a major shift in hardware strategy. It supports a range of satellite connectivity features, including:
✅ Emergency SOS via satellite
✅ Roadside Assistance
✅ Satellite Messages
✅ Find My via Satellite
Premium Features Despite Budget Pricing
Despite being a budget-friendly device, the iPhone 16e retains premium features, such as:
🔹 Face ID technology
🔹 USB-C connectivity
🔹 Customizable Action Button
🔹 Full iOS 18 integration
🔹 Complete support for Apple Intelligence
Availability & Price in Pakistan
The iPhone 16e will be available in black and white finishes. Pre-orders start on February 21, and general sales begin on February 28, 2025.
📌 128GB: $599 / €699 / £599 / PKR 167,000
📌 256GB: $699 / €829 / £699 / PKR 195,000
📌 512GB: $899 / €1,079 / £899 / PKR 251,000
