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Review
The iPhone 16, introduced in 2024, continues Apple’s tradition of delivering incremental yet impactful enhancements to its flagship smartphone lineup.
Priced starting at $849, the iPhone 16 builds on its predecessor with a range of improvements, making it a compelling option for those seeking an upgrade without diving into the Pro models. While it maintains the familiar aluminum and glass construction, it offers a more refined design, brighter display, and an enhanced camera system that solidifies its position in the competitive smartphone market.
One of the standout updates is the adoption of the new A17 Bionic chip, which delivers a significant boost in processing power and efficiency, resulting in faster performance and better battery life. With the capacity to last up to 50 hours on a single charge, the iPhone 16 is ideal for power users. The dynamic island, introduced with the iPhone 15, returns but with more refined integration, improving multitasking and app interactions.
The display, though still not featuring Pro-level upgrades like a 120Hz refresh rate, is even brighter than before, ensuring excellent outdoor visibility. The iPhone 16 also sees a significant camera improvement with a 48MP primary lens, offering enhanced detail, especially in low-light conditions, and sharper, more vibrant photos overall. Portrait mode benefits from upgraded depth sensing, making it easier to capture high-quality images without needing a dedicated zoom lens.
The USB-C port, now standard across Apple’s devices, continues to provide versatile charging and accessory compatibility, making the iPhone 16 more convenient for users juggling multiple devices.
However, the iPhone 16 still lacks some of the standout features of the Pro models, such as extended optical zoom or ProMotion display technology, which may sway power users towards more premium options. Despite this, the iPhone 16 presents a solid blend of innovation, improved performance, and reliability, making it a strong choice for mainstream consumers.
iPhone 16 Specifications
| Size | |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 170 g |
| Water resistance | IP68 dust and water resistant (up to 6 m for 30 minutes) |
| Screen | |
| Type | XDR OLED touch screen, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 16 million colours |
| Size | 6.1 inches |
| Resolution | 2556×1179-pixel resolution at 460 ppi |
| Camera | |
| Rear | Dual 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide) + 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120Ëš (ultra wide) |
| Front | Dual 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide) + SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Processor | |
| Chipset | Apple A18 Bionic (3 nm) |
| CPU | New 6‑core CPU with 2 performÂance and 4 efficiency cores New 5‑core GPU New 16‑core Neural Engine |
| GPU | Apple GPU (6-core graphics) |
| Memory | |
| Storage | 128 GB / 256 GB / 512 GB |
| RAM | 6 GB |
| Security | |
| Face ID | Yes |
| Iris scanner | No |
| Touch ID | No |
