As an overview, the new Apple iPhone 16e comes in at $599 / £599, which firmly puts it in the 'mid-range' price bracket for smartphones. It is, by all accounts, a pricer device than the iPhone SE that Apple has seemingly replaced with this model but it's a much more feature-laden device.

Apple’s new iPhone 16e arrived on my doorstep at a critical time in our personal tech world. Prices are higher, consumer demand is lower, and all the “incremental improvements” companies are pushing to get us to dole out the equivalent of a mortgage payment for the next new thing are,

Apple's iPhone 16e features significant upgrades over the previous entry-level iPhone, including Apple Intelligence, Face ID, and an Action button.

First, the company shifted away from the “SE” branding after nearly a decade. Then it priced the budget phone higher than expected at $599 – a notable jump from the $429 iPhone SE.

Apple's iPhone 16e has arrived. Here's where to get the best iPhone 16e price, with wireless incentives knocking up to $830 off via bill credits, trade-in offers and more.

Apple's revolutionary iPhone 16e delivers substantial upgrades over SE 3, featuring the crucial A18 chip. Read why we're cautiously optimistic on AAPL stock.

The iPhone 16e is a noteworthy addition to Apple’s lineup, redefining what a mid-range smartphone can offer. While it lacks some advanced features found in flagship models, its robust performance, impressive battery life, and thoughtful design make it a compelling choice for users seeking essential iPhone functionality.

Apple delivered its latest budget handset, the $599 iPhone 16e, without pomp. There was no big event in person, nor was there one online. No journalists

Apple’s latest product is the iPhone 16e, the most affordable Apple phone you can buy. It goes on sale on Friday, Feb. 28, for $599 from apple.com. Along with the headline features, there are some you may not know about.

You may also have seen in Apple's comparison tool that the iPhone 16e lacks “DC-HSDPA,” even though it's available in its pricier siblings. This is a 3G carrier aggregation technology that isn't as common these days, since 3G networks are being deprecated, so it shouldn't be an issue.