The iOS 18.5 update that Apple released today includes a security fix for the iPhone 16e‘s C1 modem, which is the first Apple-designed modem. According to Apple’s security support document for iOS 18.5, there’s a fix for a vulnerability with the C1 modem. Apple says that it addressed a baseband security flaw that could allow […]
Earlier this year, Apple released the iPhone 16e, a more affordable iPhone 16 model that starts at $599 in the United States. While the iPhone 16e effectively replaced the iPhone SE, it is also a first-of-its-kind device, so the release cadence for future models has yet to be established. In other words, it is unclear […]
Read MoreUpon the launch of the iPhone 16e, Apple discontinued the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. Despite arriving two and a half years apart, the iPhone 16e actually borrows a large number of features from the iPhone 14. Many iPhone 14 users may now be considering an upgrade to Apple’s latest iPhone, so is it […]
Read MoreWhen new iPhone models come out, Sebastiaan de With, the developer behind the popular Halide camera app, does a deep dive into the new camera technology. Last month, Apple released the iPhone 16e with an all-new standalone 48-megapixel camera, and de With checked it out to see how it compares to the cameras in Apple’s […]
Read MoreiFixit today shared one of its traditional teardown videos, taking apart the new iPhone 16e to take a closer look at the internal components. [embedded content] The iPhone 16e has the same quick release battery adhesive as the other iPhone 16 models, with the battery adhesive able to be released using a low-voltage electrical charge. […]
Read MoreApple’s new entry-level iPhone 16e are now being delivered to customers worldwide following the pre-order period that began on Friday, February 21. For those who didn’t pre-order or chose to wait, the devices are currently readily available, and select Apple Store locations globally are offering same-day or next-day pickup options. As of writing, Apple’s online […]
Read MoreIn its announcement video for the iPhone 16e, Apple said the device features a new internal design that allowed for a larger battery. Apple does not publicly advertise mAh battery capacities for iPhones. In his iPhone 16e review video today, however, Dave Lee of the YouTube channel Dave2D said the device is equipped with a […]
Read MoreApple’s entry-level iPhone 16e launches this Friday. Ahead of time, the first reviews of the device have been shared by select media outlets and YouTube channels. iPhone 16e features include a 6.1-inch OLED display with a notch, Face ID, an A18 chip, Apple Intelligence support, a USB-C port, an Action button, and a single 48-megapixel […]
Read MoreApple is now accepting orders for the new iPhone 16e through its online storefront and through the Apple Store app. The Apple Store app is often the quickest way to get a pre-order in as typically comes online ahead of the website. Pre-orders are being accepted in more than 59 countries and regions around the […]
Read MoreThe first Geekbench score for Apple’s new iPhone 16e has surfaced, revealing the performance impact of Apple’s decision to use a binned version of the A18 chip with fewer GPU cores compared to the standard iPhone 16 models. According to Geekbench 6 Metal benchmark results spotted by MySmartPrice, the iPhone 16e scored 24,188 points in […]
Read MoreApple’s new C1 modem in the iPhone 16e is just the “start,” according to the company’s chipmaking chief Johny Srouji. “C1 is the start,” said Srouji, in an interview with Reuters. “We’re going to keep improving that technology each generation, so that it becomes a platform for us that will be used to truly differentiate […]
Read MoreThe new iPhone 16e has the longest battery life of any 6.1-inch iPhone. According to Apple’s tech specs, the iPhone 16e offers up to 26 hours of battery life for video playback, compared to up to 22 hours for the standard iPhone 16. A key reason the iPhone 16e has longer battery life than the […]
Read MoreApple’s first custom-designed modem chip, the C1, has finally made its debut in the iPhone 16e, which Apple announced on Wednesday. It’s a significant milestone in the company’s efforts to reduce reliance on external suppliers like Qualcomm. However, the C1 lacks support for ultra-fast mmWave 5G technology, and the chip’s limitations are expected to extend […]
Read MoreApple’s unveiling on Wednesday of the iPhone 16e, which replaced the iPhone SE line, marked a strategic shift in the company’s flagship smartphone lineup. Starting at $599, the iPhone 16e offers a 6.1-inch OLED display, Face ID, an A18 chip, and a USB-C port, positioning it as a more affordable alternative within the iPhone 16 […]
Read MoreApple never publicly advertises the amount of RAM included in iPhones, but MacRumors has confirmed that the iPhone 16e is equipped with 8GB of RAM. Given the iPhone 16e supports Apple Intelligence, it was widely expected that the device would have 8GB of RAM, as that is the minimum amount of memory required for Apple […]
Read MoreWednesday February 19, 2025 12:10 pm PST by Juli Clover With the launch of the new iPhone 16e, Apple discontinued the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and iPhone SE, eliminating the last two iPhone models that were equipped with a Lightning port. Apple no longer manufactures any iPhones with a Lightning port, and all models […]
Read MoreWednesday February 19, 2025 11:28 am PST by Juli Clover Customers who purchase the new iPhone 16e will need to download a software update right after receiving the device to install the latest version of iOS 18. The iPhone 16e models will ship with iOS 18.3, but Apple released iOS 18.3.1 on February 10, so […]
Read MoreThe iPhone 16e is Apple’s only iPhone with a single-lens rear camera, and while it has the same 48-megapixel Wide lens as the iPhone 16, it is lacking several of the iPhone 16 camera features. With the 48-megapixel Fusion lens, the iPhone 16e camera has a standard 1x field of view, and a 2x zoom […]
Read MoreApple’s all-new iPhone 16e joins the lineup as a cheaper alternative to the iPhone 16. Despite sharing most of their features, there are still more than 25 differences between the devices to be aware of. There is a $200 price difference between the iPhone 16e and iPhone 16. To justify this, the iPhone 16e misses […]
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