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If you've been holding out for a more affordable option in Apple's Apple's iPhone 16 range, that time has come — the Cupertino company has released the iPhone 16e — a value-minded handset which boasts the same A18 chipset as the standard iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, but with a few concessions made in order to keep costs down.

Starting at AU$999, the iPhone 16e is not what you'd describe as a cheap phone, but it is the closest thing to a budget handset that Apple currently offers, now that the iPhone SE (2022) has officially been discontinued.

The iPhone 16e sports a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, and like the standard iPhone 16, it's limited to 60Hz. While the device sports full Face ID capability, you won't find Apple's unique Dynamic Island on this device — it's still rocking a notch cutout.

Fortunately, the iPhone 16e offers the same Apple Intelligence features as the rest of the iPhone 16 lineup, thanks to the aforementioned A18 chip. Moreover, it also carries the first cellular modem designed by Apple, dubbed the Apple C1.

It also significantly improves upon the iPhone SE (2022) in one other area: it sports a 48MP camera sensor on its rear, which is a big leap from the 12MP snapper found on the iPhone SE (2022). Additionally, the celebrated Camera Control button from the original range carries over here.

In Australia, iPhone 16e released on Friday, February 28. Here are the top Australian telco plans that include the iPhone 16e handset.

iPhone 16e deals

• Apple: up to AU$1,060 in trade-in credit
• Vodafone: best 24-month plan + 3 months of Apple TV+
• JB Hi-Fi: trade-in program accepts multiple devices
• The Good Guys: bonus standard delivery

iPhone 16e phone plans

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