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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$256
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New · 100 Positive Feedback, 14 Seller Reviews
$256
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Apple iPhone 16E - 128GB -Cricket Only - will be unlock after 6 months
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$256
+ $6 shipping
100 Positive Feedback, 14 Seller Reviews
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Apple iPhone 16e - 128 GB - (Cricket Wireless) - Will be unlocked after 6 months
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$257
+ $7 shipping
100 Positive Feedback, 1 Seller Reviews
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Apple iPhone 16e - 128GB - Black (Cricket ONLY) - Very Good Condition
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$275
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99.9 Positive Feedback, 16,612 Seller Reviews
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Apple iPhone 16e A3212 US Reseller Flex Only 128GB Black Very Good
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$300
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99.5 Positive Feedback, 195,316 Seller Reviews
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Apple iPhone 16e A3212 Unlocked 128GB Black Good
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$342
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99.5 Positive Feedback, 195,316 Seller Reviews
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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 | Yes |
| Refurb available | No |
Display and performance
| Display size | 6.1 in |
|---|---|
| Resolution | 2532x1170 |
| Display type | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz |
| Brightness | 2000 nits |
| Chipset | Apple A16 Bionic |
| Chip maker | Apple |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 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 | 1 |
|---|---|
| Main rear camera | 48 MP |
| Main aperture | f/1.8 |
| 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 | 138.8 mm |
| Width | 67.3 mm |
| Depth | 7.8 mm |
Connectivity and compatibility
| 5G capable | Yes |
|---|---|
| NFC | Yes |
| SIM type | eSIM only (US) |
| Dual SIM | No |
| Factory unlocked | Yes |
| AT&T | Full |
| T-Mobile | Full |
| Verizon | Full |
| Categories | 5G Phones, Bar Phones, Current Models, iOS Phones, Prepaid Compatible, Unlocked Phones |
| Carrier compatibility | AT&T Compatible, T-Mobile Compatible, Unlocked, Verizon Compatible |