Apple Phone iOS 2025
Apple iPhone 16e
Customers value the iPhone 16e's excellent overall performance, high-quality camera, and impressive battery life. They also appreciate its ease of use and convenient size. However, a notable concern among some users is the device's tendency to overheat.
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$599
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$270
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New · 98.2 Positive Feedback, 560 Seller Reviews
$270
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Apple iPhone 16e - 128 GB - Black (SIMPLE Mobile) with 3 FREE months service!
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98.2 Positive Feedback, 560 Seller Reviews
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Brand New Apple iPhone 16e - 5G -128 GB -Black(Cricket Wireless)
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98.1 Positive Feedback, 575 Seller Reviews
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Apple iPhone 16e - 128 GB - Black (SIMPLE Mobile) with 3 FREE months service!
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99.7 Positive Feedback, 3,906 Seller Reviews
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Apple iPhone 16e - AT&T PREPAID
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$299.99
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Apple iPhone 16e - Total Wireless - Black - 128GB - Excellent
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$287
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Apple iPhone 16e - 128GB 256GB 512GB - All Colors - Good Condition
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iPhone 16e 128GB (Unlocked) in Black
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iPhone 16e 128GB (Unlocked) in White
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iPhone 16e 256GB (Unlocked) in White
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Overview
| Brand | Apple |
|---|---|
| Product line | iPhone 16 |
| Model number | A3291 |
| Release year | 2025 |
| Release date | 2025-02-28 |
| Form factor | Bar |
| Current model | No |
| Refurb available | No |
Display and performance
| Display size | 6.1 in |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2532x1170 |
| Display type | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 1200 nits |
| Chipset | A18 chip |
| Chip maker | Apple |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 / 256 / 512 GB |
| Expandable storage | No |
Battery and charging
| Battery | 3279 mAh |
|---|---|
| Wired charging | 20 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 W |
| Reverse wireless charging | No |
Cameras
| Rear cameras | 2 |
|---|---|
| Main rear camera | 48 MP |
| Main aperture | f/1.6 |
| Optical zoom | 0x |
| Max rear video | 4K@60fps |
| Front camera | 12 MP |
Software, security, and build
| Operating system | iOS |
|---|---|
| OS at launch | iOS 18 |
| Max OS version | iOS 26 |
| Security updates until | 2029-02-01 |
| Major update count | 5 |
| Fingerprint | Side-mounted |
| IP rating | IP68 |
| Weight | 167 g |
| Height | 146.7 mm |
| Width | 71.5 mm |
| Depth | 7.8 mm |
Connectivity and compatibility
| 5G capable | Yes |
|---|---|
| NFC | Yes |
| SIM type | eSIM only (US) |
| Dual SIM | Yes |
| Factory unlocked | Yes |
| AT&T | Full |
| T-Mobile | Full |
| Verizon | Full |
| Categories | 5G Phones, Bar Phones, iOS Phones, Prepaid Compatible, Unlocked Phones |
| Carrier compatibility | AT&T Compatible, T-Mobile Compatible, Unlocked, Verizon Compatible |