Design and Build

The iPhone 16, available in 6.1-inch size, features an aluminum chassis with a 7.8mm depth. It weighs 170g and comes in Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine. It has a Ceramic Shield front, glass back, and IP68 water/dust resistance (up to 6m for 30min). It includes a customizable Action Button, new Camera Control button, and USB-C port. Users praise the vibrant colors and durable build but note it’s similar to iPhone 15.

• Aluminum chassis, 7.8mm depth
• Action Button, Camera Control button
• Ceramic Shield front, glass back
• IP68 water/dust resistance
• USB-C port

iPhone 16 Display

The iPhone 16 features a Super Retina XDR OLED display with 2556 x 1179 pixels (6.1 inches, 460 PPI). It offers up to 2000 nits peak brightness (outdoor) and 1600 nits (HDR). It supports HDR, True Tone, and a 60Hz refresh rate. The display is vibrant but lacks ProMotion. Users appreciate its clarity but note it’s unchanged from iPhone 15.

• Super Retina XDR OLED, 60Hz
• 6.1-inch: 2556 x 1179, 460 PPI
• Up to 2000 nits (outdoor)
• Ceramic Shield protection
• No ProMotion

Performance and Software

Powered by the A18 chip (6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine) with 8GB RAM and 128GB/256GB/512GB storage, the iPhone 16 runs iOS 18. The A18 is 30% faster than A16 Bionic, supporting Apple Intelligence and gaming. It handles multitasking and apps smoothly. Users praise its speed but note minimal gains over iPhone 15 for basic tasks.

• A18 chip, 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU
• 8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB/512GB storage
• iOS 18
• Apple Intelligence
• No 3nm Pro chip

The A18 ensures top-tier performance, with iOS 18 adding customizable home screens and Apple Intelligence features.

Sensors and Health

The iPhone 16 includes Face ID, accelerometer, gyroscope, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, and barometer. It supports Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via satellite. Health features are managed via the Health app (e.g., heart rate via Apple Watch). Users value safety features but note no direct health sensors on the phone.

• Face ID
• Crash Detection, Emergency SOS
• Accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer
• Proximity, ambient light sensor
• No heart rate sensor

Battery and Charging

The iPhone 16 offers ~22 hours of video playback with a 3561mAh battery. It supports 25W wired charging (0–50% in ~30min) via USB-C and 15W MagSafe wireless charging. Real-world use yields ~16–18 hours. Users appreciate battery life but note charging speeds lag behind competitors.

• 3561mAh battery
• ~22h video playback
• 25W wired, 15W MagSafe
• 0–50% in ~30min
• No charger included

Connectivity

The iPhone 16 supports 5G (sub-6 GHz), Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, GPS (GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, BeiDou), NFC, and USB-C (USB 2.0 speeds). It includes a second-generation Ultra Wideband chip and eSIM. Connectivity is reliable, but USB-C speeds are limited. Users praise 5G performance but note no Wi-Fi 7.

• 5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3
• GPS, NFC
• Ultra Wideband, eSIM
• USB-C (USB 2.0)
• No Wi-Fi 7

Pricing and Availability

Launched at $799 (128GB), the iPhone 16 began pre-orders on September 13, 2024, with sales starting September 20, 2024, via Apple, carriers, and retailers. Storage options include 128GB ($799), 256GB ($899), and 512GB ($1099). Users find it a solid upgrade for Apple Intelligence but pricey for minor hardware changes.