Jakarta, Indonesia Sentinel — Apple officially launched the iPhone 16e on Wednesday (February 19), introducing the most affordable variant in the iPhone 16 lineup while retaining the same powerful chipset.
“Apple today announced the iPhone 16e, a new addition to the iPhone 16 lineup that delivers advanced capabilities at a more accessible price point,” the company stated on Wednesday (February 19).
Unlike previous budget-friendly models, which carried the “SE” branding, Apple has rebranded the entry-level version as the iPhone 16e, signifying its place within the broader iPhone 16 series.
Pricing and Features
The iPhone 16e offers features comparable to its higher-end counterparts and comes equipped with Apple Intelligence, the company’s new artificial intelligence (AI) system.
The iPhone 16e was priced at $599 (Rp9,8 millions), significantly cheaper than the standard iPhone 16, which starts at $799 (Rp13 millions). Despite its lower price, the device is powered by Apple’s in-house A18 processor, the same chip used in the other iPhone 16 models.
The budget-friendly smartphone features a 48MP Fusion Camera system that combines wide-angle and telephoto capabilities, delivering high-resolution images with balanced lighting and detail.
iPhone 16e has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and supports Face ID with a TrueDepth camera for authentication and security.
In terms off battery, Apple claims the iPhone 16e’s battery can last up to 26 hours of video playback, ensuring all-day performance.
The phone is available in three storage options and comes in two color choices: black and white. Here are the official prices:
- iPhone 16e (128GB): $599 (approximately Rp9.8 million)
- iPhone 16e (256GB): $699 (approximately Rp11.4 million)
- iPhone 16e (512GB): $899 (approximately Rp14.7 million)
Specifications
According to CNBC Indonesia, here’s the iPhone 16e Specifications:
- Display: 6.1-inch (2532×1170 pixels) OLED Super Retina XDR, 460ppi, brightness up to 1200 nits, HDR, True Tone, Ceramic Shield protection
- Processor: Apple A18 3nm chip with 6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
- Operating System: iOS 18
- SIM: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM)
- Rear Camera: 48MP wide-angle (f/1.6), OIS, 2x Telephoto, Photonic Engine, True Tone flash, 4K 60fps HDR video recording with Dolby Vision, slo-mo 1080p at 240fps, Cinematic Mode up to 4K HDR at 30fps
- Front Camera: 12MP TrueDepth (ƒ/1.9), Autofocus with Focus Pixels, Retina Flash, 4K 60fps HDR video recording with Dolby Vision, slo-mo 1080p at 120fps
- Additional Features: TrueDepth camera for Face ID, stereo speakers, IP68 water and dust resistance
- Connectivity: 5G (sub-6 GHz) with 4×4 MIMO, Gigabit-class LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS (GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou)
- Battery Life: Up to 26 hours of video playback
AI-Powered Capabilities
Running on iOS 18, the iPhone 16e integrates Apple Intelligence, making it easier to operate the smartphone with AI-driven enhancements.
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Notable AI features include Clean Up, which allows users to remove unwanted elements from images, and Natural Language Search in the Photos app, enabling users to find specific pictures or videos by simply describing them. Additionally, Apple Intelligence supports creative tools such as Image Playground and Genmoji.
Availability and Preorders
According to DetikNet, preorders for the iPhone 16e will begin on Friday, February 21, 2025, with official sales starting a week later on February 28, 2025. However, availability will be limited to 59 countries at launch.
In Southeast Asian, the phone will be released at Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand for the initial rollout. However, Indonesia is not on the list.
Apple’s flagship iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max, first released in September 2024 have yet to be officially launched in Indonesia.
Before able to launches in Indonesia, the iPhone 16e must also comply with the country’s domestic component requirements (TKDN) set by the Ministry of Industry and pass telecommunications certification from the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi).
(Raidi/Agung)
