Specifications and Price of iPhone 16e, the Most Affordable Variant of iPhone 16!

Apple has officially introduced the iPhone 16e as the most affordable variant in the iPhone 16 lineup, while still using the same chipset.

Pre-orders for the iPhone 16e will open on Friday, February 21, 2025, and the device will be available in stores on February 28, 2025. However, this schedule does not apply to all countries, as Apple is initially launching the iPhone 16e in only 59 countries.

Unfortunately, Indonesia is not included in this list. In Southeast Asia, only Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand will have early access to this device.

Additionally, the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, which were released in September 2024, are still not officially available in Indonesia. The iPhone 16e must also meet the Domestic Component Level (TKDN) requirements set by the Ministry of Industry (Kemenperin) and pass the Postel certification test from the Ministry of Communication and Digital (Komdigi) before it can be marketed in Indonesia. Therefore, Apple fans in Indonesia will have to wait a little longer.

iPhone 16e Specifications and Price

While waiting for its official release in Indonesia, here are the specifications and prices of the iPhone 16e in Singapore and Malaysia:

iPhone 16e Specifications

Display: 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR (2532×1170 pixels), 460 ppi, up to 1200 nits brightness, HDR, True Tone, and Ceramic Shield protection.
Chipset: Apple A18 3nm with a 6-core CPU, 4-core GPU, and 16-core Neural Engine.
Operating System: iOS 18.
SIM Card: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM).
Rear Camera: 48MP main sensor (f/1.6) with optical stabilization, 2x Telephoto lens, Photonic Engine, True Tone Flash, and HDR Dolby Vision 4K 60 fps video recording.
Front Camera: 12MP TrueDepth (f/1.9) with Autofocus, Retina Flash, and HDR Dolby Vision 4K 60 fps video recording.
Additional Features: Face ID, stereo speakers, water and dust resistance (IP68 certified).
Connectivity: 5G, LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, and support for multiple global navigation systems.
Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion battery with up to 26 hours of video playback.

iPhone 16e Price in Singapore

128 GB: SGD 949 (approximately IDR 11.5 million)
256 GB: SGD 1,099 (approximately IDR 13.4 million)
512 GB: SGD 1,399 (approximately IDR 17.1 million)

iPhone 16e Price in Malaysia

128 GB: 2,999 ringgit (approximately IDR 11 million)
256 GB: 3,499 ringgit (approximately IDR 12.9 million)
512 GB: 4,499 ringgit (approximately IDR 16.6 million)

It is important to note that the prices above do not include the IMEI tax if the device is brought into Indonesia.

Overall, the iPhone 16e offers an attractive combination of affordability and high performance, thanks to the Apple A18 chipset and premium features such as the Super Retina XDR display and 48MP camera. Although it is not yet available in Indonesia, the device has already launched in several countries, including Singapore and Malaysia.

For Apple fans in Indonesia, it is essential to consider additional costs such as the IMEI tax if purchasing the device from abroad. With its specifications and pricing, the iPhone 16e could be an appealing option for users seeking the latest iPhone experience without breaking the bank.