Apple iPhone 16e 256GB Black - 6.1 inch OLED, A18 chip, 48MP, 5G, iOS 18

The Apple iPhone 16e (model MD1T4QN/A) is the most affordable member of the iPhone 16 family, built for Apple Intelligence and powered by the A18 chip. This 256GB Black configuration combines a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, a 48MP Fusion camera and Apple's first in-house C1 5G modem in a durable, IP68-rated aluminium and glass body. It delivers flagship-class performance and all-day battery life at an entry-level price, making it an ideal everyday smartphone for work and personal use.

Advantages

The A18 chip - with a 6-core CPU, 4-core GPU and 16-core Neural Engine - provides fast, responsive performance and enables Apple Intelligence features on device. The 48MP Fusion main camera captures high-resolution photos and offers an optical-quality 2x telephoto by using the centre of the sensor, while supporting 4K Dolby Vision video up to 60 fps. The 6.1-inch OLED panel reaches 1200 nits peak brightness for clear HDR viewing, and the efficient A18 plus C1 modem deliver up to 26 hours of video playback - the best battery life of any 6.1-inch iPhone. Face ID, a customisable Action Button, USB-C and IP68 water and dust resistance round out a complete, secure package.

Suitable for

• Everyday calls, messaging, browsing and social media
• Photography and 4K video capture on the go
• Users moving up from an older iPhone or iPhone SE
• Apple Intelligence, Siri and on-device AI features
• Business users needing a secure, manageable iOS device

Key specifications

• Brand: Apple
• Model: iPhone 16e
• MPN: MD1T4QN/A
• EAN: 195950051285
• Display: 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED, 2532 x 1170 px, 460 ppi, 1200 nits peak
• Chip: Apple A18 (6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine)
• Memory: 8 GB RAM
• Storage: 256 GB
• Rear camera: 48MP Fusion (f/1.6, OIS) with 2x optical-quality zoom
• Front camera: 12MP (f/1.9)
• Video: 4K Dolby Vision up to 60 fps
• Battery: up to 26 hours video playback; USB-C; Qi wireless charging
• Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz, Apple C1 modem), Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC
• SIM: Dual SIM (nano-SIM + eSIM)
• Security: Face ID
• Durability: IP68 (up to 6 m for 30 minutes)
• Operating system: iOS 18
• Dimensions: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.8 mm; Weight: 167 g
• Colour: Black

How to use

Power on the iPhone and follow the on-screen setup to sign in with your Apple Account, restore from a backup or transfer data from another phone, and set up an eSIM or insert a nano-SIM. Enrol Face ID, connect to Wi-Fi and install any pending iOS updates. Charge using a USB-C cable, or place the phone on a Qi wireless charger; a 20W or higher adapter (sold separately) provides up to 50% charge in about 30 minutes.

Recommendations

Use a 20W or higher USB-C power adapter for the fastest charging, and keep iOS updated to get the latest Apple Intelligence features and security patches. A protective case and screen protector are recommended to preserve the glass finish, and iCloud or an encrypted local backup will keep your data safe.