iPhone 16e Now Available in India

The iPhone 16e is officially launched in India and is ready for purchase. This innovative smartphone is powered by Apple’s binned A18 chipset, includes 8GB of RAM, and features a 48-megapixel main camera. Additionally, it comes equipped with a USB Type-C port and supports 18W fast charging. Customers can choose from three different storage options and colour selections of Black and White.

Pricing and Availability of iPhone 16e in India

The starting price for the iPhone 16e in India is Rs. 59,900 for the 128GB variant. The 256GB and 512GB versions are set at Rs. 69,900 and Rs. 89,900, respectively. The device can be purchased through Apple’s official website as well as through authorised resellers across the country.

To ease the purchasing process, Apple is offering no-cost EMI plans that begin from Rs. 2,496 per month on the online store. Furthermore, authorised resellers such as Unicorn and Ingram Micro India are providing cashback offers of Rs. 4,000 on select credit and debit cards from ICICI, SBI, and Kotak Mahindra Bank.

For those interested in extended payment options, Ingram Micro India has launched the iPhone for Life programme. This allows customers to pay 75% of the phone’s total price over a two-year period and settle the remaining 25% in the last month. Additionally, buyers may receive an exchange bonus of up to Rs. 6,000.

Features and Specifications of iPhone 16e

The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a resolution of 1,170×2,532 pixels and a 60Hz refresh rate, all protected by Apple’s Ceramic Shield. It operates on iOS 18 right out of the box and includes Apple’s custom C1 modem for improved connectivity.

In terms of photography, the device comes with a 48-megapixel primary camera complete with optical image stabilisation (OIS) and a 12-megapixel TrueDepth front-facing camera for selfies and video calls. It supports Face ID for authentication and is set to receive Apple Intelligence features in English by early April.

The iPhone 16e is powered by a 3,961mAh battery that enables 18W wired charging and 7.5W wireless charging. Connectivity options feature 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, and a USB Type-C port. The smartphone boasts an IP68 rating, making it resistant to dust and water, and it weighs 167g.