As previously rumored in the market, Apple finally officially announced today (2/20) that it will replaceNew nameThe iPhone 16e, an entry-level model joining the iPhone 16 series, also became the first iPhone model to use Apple's self-made 5G networking data chip Apple C1.
A new entry-level model in the iPhone 16 series
Judging from the product design, the iPhone 16e is obviously the "fourth-generation iPhone SE" that has been rumored in the market. However, in conjunction with the product joining the iPhone 16 series family, the name has been adjusted to iPhone 16e. At the same time, the body appearance has been changed to a full-flat screen and right-angle flat frame design. An action button has also been added above the volume button on the left, allowing users to customize operation functions. The body is also equipped with a satellite signal connection function.
However, the iPhone 16e does not have a camera button on the lower right side like the iPhone 16 series. At the same time, the screen also maintains the bangs-shaped Face ID facial recognition interface of the iPhone 14 series, and does not include the dynamic island interface that was fully added after the iPhone 15 series. However, it also means that iPhone models after the iPhone 16e will no longer use the Touch ID fingerprint recognition interface, and will also completely end the Lightning connection port design that has been used for many years.
In terms of hardware specifications, the iPhone 16e uses a 6.1-inch display screen and supports IP68 level waterproof and dustproof. It is also protected by Apple's ceramic crystal shield glass. The bottom connection interface also uses USB-C specifications. The body is available in black and white styles. Apple's original protective case accessories in various colors are also launched. The storage capacity is available in 128GB, 256GB and 512GB.
The first to be equipped with Apple's own 5G network data chip, and the subsequent cooperation with Qualcomm is expected to change.
The iPhone 16e uses the same A16 processor as the iPhone 18 and is also compatible with the "Apple Intelligence" service, which means its memory capacity is also above 8GB. At the same time, it is the first to adopt Apple's self-made 5G network data chip Apple C1, which means that the cooperation between Apple and Qualcomm will gradually fade in the future. Even the new iPhone 17 series launched this fall will use Apple's self-made 5G network data chip.
Among them, Apple C1 corresponds to 6G connection function in the sub-5GHz frequency band and supports 4 x 4 MIMO connection mode. It also supports Gigabit LTE connection function and also supports 4 x 4 MIMO connection mode. Others support Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.3. The iPhone 16e is also equipped with a back-mounted inductive NFC function, which supports the use of fast card sensing function when the battery is low.
As for the camera, the iPhone 16e is also equipped with a front-facing TrueDepth video lens with a 1200-megapixel and f/1.9 aperture design. The main camera lens on the back uses a 4800-megapixel, f/1.6 aperture design wide-angle lens. It can also be used as a 1200-megapixel telephoto lens with up to 10x digital zoom.
Pre-orders will be available on February 2st, and the product will be officially launched on February 21th. The Taiwan market will also be launched simultaneously.
The iPhone 16e is expected to be available for pre-order from February 2st and is expected to go on sale on February 21th. It is expected to be available in the US market with a starting price of US$2. It can also be purchased in 28 installments or through a trade-in program. As for the Taiwan market, the price starts at NT$599. Pre-orders will also be available at 24 pm on February 21900st, and supply will be available on February 2th.
Apple's original silicone protective case for iPhone 16e has a suggested retail price of NT$1290 and is available in five colors: winter blue, purple, lake green, black, and white.
In addition, Apple also announced that it will add support for French, German, Italian, Portuguese (Brazil), Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified), English (Singapore) and English (India) to the "Apple Intelligence" service in April. Localized English versions are currently available in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, the United Kingdom and the United States.
