Where can you pre-order the new Apple iPhone 16e?
The affordable Apple iPhone is available at Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T and Best Buy today.
Kasey Caminiti
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Apple’s latest release, the iPhone 16e, is officially available for pre-order starting Friday, February 21. This new iteration of the iPhone promises to revolutionize the way users interact with their devices, combining new features with a sleek, sophisticated design and a budget-friendly price. Apple has packed the affordable new iPhone 16e with smart features like advanced security and safety settings, improved cameras, Apple Intelligence and more. From a powerful processor to an extended battery life, it is pretty impressive that the latest iPhone starts at just under $600. Want to get your hands on the new tech? Find out where to pre-order the Apple iPhone 16e below.
When will the new Apple iPhone 16e be available?
You can pre-order the Apple iPhone 16e starting Friday, February 21 and the device will be available in stores on Friday, February 28.
Where can you pre-order the Apple iPhone 16e?
Apple Store
The Apple Store is the most direct way to pre-order your iPhone 16e right now. By ordering directly from Apple, you can customize your device and get three free months of Apple TV+, Apple Fitness+, Apple Arcade and Apple News+ with your purchase.
Verizon
Verizon has the new Apple iPhone 16e available for pre-order for new and existing customers. If you’re looking for a new cellular plan or want to upgrade your existing one, Verizon provides options such as trade-in discounts and bundled services.
AT&T
AT&T is another solid choice for pre-ordering the iPhone 16e. With competitive pricing and a variety of data plans, AT&T makes it easy to get your hands on the latest iPhone. They also offer trade-in deals and financing options.
T-Mobile
T-Mobile is known for its customer-friendly policies and value-added services. When you pre-order the iPhone 16e at T-Mobile, you can take advantage of perks like unlimited data plans and special trade-in offers.
Best Buy
Best Buy provides the convenience of in-store pickup on the new iPhone’s release date, Friday February 28. Be sure to check out Best Buy’s payment options when you pre-order today, including financing with the Best Buy Credit Card.
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How much does the new Apple iPhone 16e cost?
Before any trade-in discounts, the new Apple iPhone 16e starts at $599 or 128GB of storage, $699 for 256GB and $899 for 512GB. Prices will vary depending on your carrier and special offers.
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What are the stand-out features of the new iPhone?
Durable design and extended battery life
The iPhone 16e offers splash, water and dust resistance with a rating of IP68. It has a Ceramic Shield front cover designed to be more durable than other smartphone glass, and it also features a strong back glass. The 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with OLED technology provides an edge-to-edge viewing space for watching videos, playing games and reading. The iPhone 16e has an extended battery life, lasting up to six hours longer than the iPhone 11 and up to 12 hours longer than the iPhone SE.
Upgraded safety and emergency features
The new emergency SOS via satellite feature allows you to place an emergency service call without phone service. The Crash Detection feature will automatically place an emergency service call when your device detects that your vehicle has been involved in a collision. Roadside Assistance via satellite enables you to contact a roadside service provider via satellite, even when you are off the grid.
Face ID and Touch ID
Experience the best of both worlds with dual biometric authentication. The iPhone 16e features both Face ID and an in-display Touch ID sensor for added security and convenience.
Apple Intelligence and new exterior action button
The iPhone 16e is powered by Apple’s A18 chip, which is built for Apple Intelligence. The new exterior action button on iPhone 16e introduces visual intelligence, helping users learn about objects and places by summarizing and translating text, detecting contact information, identifying animals or plants and more. Visual intelligence allows you to use Google to find where to buy certain items or utilize ChatGPT’s quick problem-solving skills.
Universal charging port
The iPhone 16e features a USB-C charging port as opposed to Apple’s older Lightning port. This is legally required by European Union legislation.
Pre-order the iPhone 16e at Apple
Prices were accurate at the time this article was published but may change over time.
