iPhone 16

Take note that this A3081 iPhone 16 model features extensive 5G support, including FDD-5G NR bands n1, n2, n3, n5, n7, n8, n12, n14, n20, n25, n26, n28, n29, n30, n66, n70, n71, n75, and n76; TDD-5G NR bands n38, n40, n41, n48, n53, n77, n78, and n79; and this model is the only one to support 5G NR mmWave bands n258, n260, and n261. It is aimed at carriers in the United States and Puerto Rico, but is technically usable with international carriers that support eSIM, as it lacks a hardware nano-SIM slot.

Every iPhone 16 model includes a 6.1-inch (diagonal) haptic-touch capable "Super Retina XDR" display (2556x1179, 460 ppi) that covers nearly the entire front of the device. It is equipped with three cameras. The front "TrueDepth" camera, located in the "Dynamic Island," supports Face ID, has an f/1.9 aperture, captures 12-megapixel photos, and records 4K video. The rear features a 4K-capable "advanced dual-camera system" with a 48-megapixel "Fusion" camera (f/1.6 aperture) that also offers 12-megapixel 2x Telephoto and 12-megapixel "Ultra Wide" modes.

The iPhone 16 features an aluminum case with flat sides, a glass front, and a "color-infused" glass back. The front is protected by a "Ceramic Shield" cover for durability, and the back includes an integrated "MagSafe" magnetic charging connector. It is IP68-rated for splash, water, and dust resistance (up to 6 meters for 30 minutes). The device is available in five colors: "Ultramarine" (Blue), Teal, Pink, White, and Black.

Internally, the iPhone 16 is powered by a 4.0 GHz Apple A18 processor with a six-core CPU (two performance, four efficiency), a 5-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. It comes with 8 GB of RAM and storage options of 128 GB, 256 GB, or 512 GB. Other features include 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 with 2x2 MIMO, 5G wireless, Bluetooth 5.3, "second generation" Ultra Wideband, NFC for Apple Pay, "Express Cards with power reserve" for transit, Thread networking, Crash Detection, Emergency SOS and Roadside Assistance via satellite, a USB-C port, new hardware "Action" and "Camera Control" buttons, and support for Apple Intelligence AI.

Apple's battery life estimates for the iPhone 16 are up to 80 hours of audio playback, 22 hours of video playback, and 18 hours of streamed video playback.

In the US, this iPhone 16 is priced at US$799, US$899, and US$1099 for the 128 GB, 256 GB, and 512 GB models, respectively, when assigned to a carrier (an extra US$30 is charged for unassigned devices). It is also available on a two-year financing plan for as little as US$33.29, US$37.45, and US$45.79 per month.

The iPhone 16 garnered exceptional praise from technology reviewers who recognized it as a masterful balance of flagship features and accessible pricing. Professional evaluators particularly commended the vibrant color-infused glass design, which marked a bold departure from previous generations while maintaining Apple's signature build quality. The inclusion of both Action and Camera Control buttons received widespread approval, with critics noting how these hardware additions significantly enhanced the user experience without compromising the device's sleek profile. Technology journalists highlighted the remarkable achievement of incorporating the same A18 processor as the Pro models, effectively democratizing high-performance computing capabilities. The model's success in narrowing the feature gap with premium variants while maintaining a competitive price point earned it recognition as one of Apple's most strategically important releases in recent years.