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,

The iPhone 16e settles it: Apple is no longer a luxury company. The original Mac icon artist is selling a set of adorable silver and gold keycaps. Oppo’s new folding phone transforms into a teeny-tiny MacBook.

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.

An iPhone 16e vs. OnePlus 13R showdown features two phones with a lot in common besides their $599 starting price.

The more important difference relates to brightness. While the iPhone 16e can hit 800 nits in typical use and 1200 nits in high brightness mode, the iPhone 16 can go well beyond those figures to 1000 nits and 2000 nits respectively.

Apple's iPhone 16e officially made its debut on February 19, and it's $200 cheaper than the base iPhone 16. Is it worth saving that money, or should you splurge on the iPhone 16?

Apple announced the iPhone 16e about a week ago, but it wasn’t on sale from the get-go. The pre-order period was valid until now, but units have now started to ship to consumers, and the iPhone 16e is available to buy in stores.