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Apple iPhone 16e

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iPhone 16e is built for Apple Intelligence and powered by the A18 chip.1 Shoot super-high-resolution photos with the 48MP Fusion camera. And with supersized battery life, you have more time to text, browse and more.
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    No EU roaming fees

    Join Tesco Mobile and take your UK data, minutes and texts with you to 48 destinations across the EU and beyond – at no extra cost – with Home From Home. Whether you’re sharing pics in Paris or using maps in Madrid, you’ll stay connected. No setup, no stress, no scary bills – just roam like you’re at home. 

    To check how much it costs to use your phone in a specific destination, including our rest of the world destinations, you can use our helpful checker. You can also see how much it costs to call or text another country from the UK.

    What destinations are included in Home From Home?

    • Austria
    • Azores
    • Belgium
    • Bulgaria
    • Canary Islands
    • Croatia
    • Republic of Cyprus
    • Czech Republic
    • Denmark
    • Estonia
    • Finland
    • France
    • French Guiana
    • Germany
    • Gibraltar
    • Greece
    • Guadeloupe
    • Guernsey
    • Hungary
    • Iceland
    • Ireland (Republic of)
    • Isle of Man
    • Jersey
    • Italy
    • Latvia
    • Liechtenstein
    • Lithuania
    • Luxembourg
    • Madeira
    • Malta
    • Martinique
    • Mayotte
    • Monaco
    • Netherlands
    • Norway
    • Poland
    • Portugal
    • Reunion
    • Romania
    • San Marino
    • Slovakia
    • Slovenia
    • Spain
    • St. Martin
    • St. Barts
    • Sweden
    • Switzerland
    • Vatican City

    Find out more here

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    Get £10 off this phone

    Buy an online top-up voucher with this phone and we’ll give you £10 off.

    Just add the phone and voucher to your basket and you’ll see the discount.

    Once you’ve checked out we’ll email your voucher to you within an hour.

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    iPhone 17 Pro
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    iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16

    iPhone 16e
    iPhone 16 Pro Max
    iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
    iPhone 16 Pro
    iPhone 16 Plus
    iPhone 16
    iPhone 15 Pro Max
    iPhone 15
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    Open the Apple Fitness+ app.
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    Subscribing to Apple Fitness+ requires an iPhone 8 or later, or Apple Watch Series 3 or later paired with an iPhone 6s or later. Apple Fitness+ is only available in select regions.

    New subscribers get three months of Apple Fitness+ free when you buy a new eligible Apple iPhone, subject to the terms and conditions.

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    Get 3 free months of Apple TV+ when you buy any new Apple iPhone. Stream on the Apple TV app.

    Eligible Handsets:

    iPhone 17
    iPhone 17 Pro
    iPhone 17 Pro Max
    iPhone Air
    iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16
    iPhone 16e
    iPhone 16 Pro Max
    iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
    iPhone 16 Pro
    iPhone 16 Plus
    iPhone 16
    iPhone 15 Pro Max
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    Turn on your new iPhone and sign in with your Apple ID.
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    New subscribers get three months of Apple News+ free when you buy a new iPhone, subject to the terms and conditions.
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    £9.99/month after free trial. One subscription per Family Sharing group. Offer good for 3 months after eligible device activation. Plan automatically renews until cancelled. Restrictions and other terms apply. See apple.com/uk/promofor more information.

    Get 3 months of free Apple Music when you buy any new Apple iPhone

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    Customers can enjoy 3 months of Apple Music for free with a new iPhone. Applies to Apple Music individual tier only. With Apple Music, you can play over 90 million songs and 30,000 playlists ad-free, online or off. Immerse yourself in Spatial Audio with Dolby Atmos and dynamic head tracking to hear sound all around. Listen across all your devices.

    Eligible Handsets:

    iPhone 17
    iPhone 17 Pro
    iPhone 17 Pro Max
    iPhone Air
    iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16

    iPhone 16e
    iPhone 16 Pro Max
    iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
    iPhone 16 Pro
    iPhone 16 Plus
    iPhone 16
    iPhone 15 Pro Max
    iPhone 15
    iPhone 14
    iPhone 13

    Eligibility: Customers who activate a new eligible device can redeem this offer. Only new Apple Music  are eligible. Existing Apple Music and Apple One subscribers are not eligible.

    How to redeem: Customers should turn on their new device and make sure it is running the latest OS version. Customers can then launch the Apple Music app and sign in with their Apple ID. If eligible, they will be presented with the 3-month offer or they can go to the Home tab to redeem the Apple Music special offer on their iPhone, iPad or Mac. Eligible customers could also receive notifications to redeem through Apple communications.

    Please note: Eligible customers have 93 days after first pairing or activating their devices to redeem the offer for 3 free months of Apple Music.

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    Enjoy unlimited access to over 200 incredibly fun games, including Arcade Originals, App Store Greats, and Timeless Classics, with no ads and no in-app purchases. Up to six people can play across their Apple devices.¹ Try it free on the App Store.²

    Eligible Handsets:

    iPhone 17
    iPhone 17 Pro
    iPhone 17 Pro Max
    iPhone Air
    iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16

    iPhone 16e
    iPhone 16 Pro Max
    iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
    iPhone 16 Pro
    iPhone 16 Plus
    iPhone 16
    iPhone 15 Pro Max
    iPhone 15
    iPhone 14
    iPhone 13


    Offer ends 90 days after your device activation

    *£6.99/month after free trial. Only one offer per Apple ID and only one offer per family if you’re part of a Family Sharing group, regardless of the number of devices you or your family purchase. Offer good for 3 months after eligible device activation. Plan automatically renews until cancelled. Restrictions and other terms apply.
    ¹Requires iCloud Family Sharing. See apple.com/family-sharing for more information.
    ²New subscribers only. £6.99/month after trial. The plan automatically renews after the trial until cancelled. Terms apply.

    Get 3 months of Apple News+ free when you buy any new Apple iPhone

    Get 3 months of Apple News+ free when you buy any new Apple iPhone

    Get 3 months of AppleNews+ when you purchase any Apple device. Claim your 3 months free Apple News+ subscription in the Apple News app.

    Eligible Handsets:

    iPhone 17
    iPhone 17 Pro
    iPhone 17 Pro Max
    iPhone Air
    iPhone 16 with Apple iPad A16

    iPhone 16e
    iPhone 16 Pro Max
    iPhone 16 Pro Max with Apple Watch Series 10
    iPhone 16 Pro
    iPhone 16 Plus
    iPhone 16
    iPhone 15 Pro Max
    iPhone 15
    iPhone 14
    iPhone 13

    Offer must be claimed in the Apple News app within 3 months after first activating your Eligible Device. To see the offer appear, you will need to sign in with your Apple ID on your Eligible Device.
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    How to claim 3 months of Apple News+:

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    4. If asked, sign in with the Apple ID that you use for App Store and iTunes Store purchases. If you don't have an Apple ID, follow the prompts to create one. Find out what to do if you've forgotten your Apple ID or you're not sure whether you have one.
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    Where can I find my Clubcard number?

    On your Clubcard: It’s the long number on the front, below your name.

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    On your Tesco Bank credit card: It’s on the back, on the bottom left.

    Save £20 - Was £599 Now £579

    Save £20 on Apple iPhone 16e 128GB

    When you pick the Apple iPhone 16e 128GB up on pay as you go between 31/10/2025 and 01/12/2025, you’ll save £20 on the usual price.

    That’s unbeatable value, only at Tesco Mobile.

    Why Tesco Mobile

    What's in the Box

    USB-C to USB-C charging  cable, a quick start guide, Apple logo sticker and a SIM card ejection tool. Please note that the iPhone 16e will not come with a power adapter or EarPods, as Apple has been doing with recent iPhone models. This is to reduce the environmental impact of the packaging. If you need a power adapter, you can purchase one separately from our accessories range.

    iPhone 16e

    Everything you love. Including the price.

    Side view of iPhone 16e in White finish, side exterior, Action button, volume buttons and back Fusion camera

    Built for Apple Intelligence.

    Buy

    • Brilliant 6.1‑inch Super Retina XDR display.Refer to legal disclaimers.

      Perfect for watching shows, playing games or reading.

      People walking down sand dune on iPhone 16e Super Retina XDR Display
    • iPhone 16e with Ceramic Shield front

      Durable design.
      Built to last.

    • Supersized battery life.

      Up to

      26 hours

      video playback on iPhone 16eRefer to legal disclaimers.

      Up to

      9 more hours

      video playback than iPhone 11

      Up to

      26 hours

      video playback on iPhone 16eRefer to legal disclaimers.

      Up to

      9 more hours

      video playback than iPhone 12

      Up to

      26 hours

      video playback on iPhone 16eRefer to legal disclaimers.

      Up to

      11 more hours

      video playback than iPhone 12 mini

      Up to

      26 hours

      video playback on iPhone 16eRefer to legal disclaimers.

      Up to

      11 more hours

      video playback than iPhone SE (3rd generation)

      Up to

      26 hours

      video playback on iPhone 16eRefer to legal disclaimers.

      Up to

      13 more hours

      video playback than iPhone SE (2nd generation)

    • A18 chip.
      Future‑proof your fast.

      A18 chip

      CPU performance:

      iPhone 16e with A18 chip

      80%

      faster

      iPhone 11 with A13 Bionic chip

      CPU performance:

      iPhone 16e with A18 chip

      50%

      faster

      iPhone 12 with A14 Bionic chip

      CPU performance:

      iPhone 16e with A18 chip

      50%

      faster

      iPhone 12 mini with A14 Bionic chip

      CPU performance:

      iPhone 16e with A18 chip

      40%

      faster

      iPhone SE (3rd generation) with A15 Bionic chip

      CPU performance:

      iPhone 16e with A18 chip

      90%

      faster

      iPhone SE (2nd generation) with A13 Bionic chip

    • Built for
      Apple Intelligence.

      A hand holds iPhone 16e, light, colourful glow along edge of all-screen display
    • Super-high-resolution portrait taken with 48MP Fusion camera

      48MP Fusion camera.
      All you need. For all you shoot.

      48MP Fusion camera. All you need.

      For all you shoot.
    • 5G

      Wi‑Fi and

      5G capabilities.Refer to legal disclaimers.

    • No signal?

      Stay connected via satellite.

      When you don’t have mobile service or Wi-Fi, iPhone 16e can connect you to a satellite, so you can get the urgent help you need.Refer to legal disclaimers.

      Demonstration of Roadside Assistance on iPhone 16e

    There’s never been a better time to upgrade.

    A few ways iPhone 16e gives you more:

    • Built for
      Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      80%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      9 more
      hours

      of video playback

      Up to

      9 more
      hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP
      photos

    • Satellite services

    • Durable design
      with Ceramic Shield

      iPhone 16e, all-screen design, Dynamic Island centred near top, thin black display border

    • Built for
      Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      50%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      9 more
      hours

      of video playback

      Up to

      9 more
      hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP
      photos

    • Satellite services

    • USB-C

    • Built for
      Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      50%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      11 more
      hours

      of video playback

      Up to

      11 more
      hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP
      photos

    • Satellite services

    • USB-C

    • Built for
      Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      40%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      11 more
      hours

      of video playback

      Up to

      11 more
      hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP
      photos

    • Satellite services

    • Durable design
      with Ceramic Shield

      iPhone 16e, all-screen design, Dynamic Island centred near top, thin black display border

    • Built for
      Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      90%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      13 more
      hours

      of video playback

      Up to

      13 more
      hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP
      photos

    • Satellite services

    • Durable design
      with Ceramic Shield

      iPhone 16e, all-screen design, Dynamic Island centred near top, thin black display border

    There’s never
    been a better
    time to upgrade.

    A few ways iPhone 16e gives you more:

    • Built for Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      80%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      9 more hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP photos

    • Satellite services

    • Durable design
      with Ceramic Shield

      iPhone 16e, all-screen design, Dynamic Island centred near top, thin black display border

    • Built for Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      50%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      9 more hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP photos

    • Satellite services

    • USB‑C

    • Built for Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      50%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      11 more hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP photos

    • Satellite services

    • USB‑C

    • Built for Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      40%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      11 more hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP photos

    • Satellite services

    • Durable design
      with Ceramic Shield

      iPhone 16e, all-screen design, Dynamic Island centred near top, thin black display border

    • Built for Apple IntelligenceRefer to legal disclaimers.

    • Up to

      90%
      faster

      CPU performance

    • Up to

      13 more hours

      of video playback

    • Super‑high‑
      resolution

      48MP photos

    • Satellite services

    • Durable design
      with Ceramic Shield

      iPhone 16e, all-screen design, Dynamic Island centred near top, thin black display border

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    Display
    Apple Intelligence
    Chip
    Camera Control
    Camera
    Safety
    Battery
    Connectivity
    Face ID / Touch ID
    Cellular

    Designed to make a difference.

    Privacy. That’s iPhone.

    From the Passwords app to the Health app to Private Browsing on Safari, iPhone helps keep you in control of what you share.

    More recycled materials? Naturally.

    Apple is significantly expanding the use of key recycled metals in iPhone batteries, magnets and circuit boards. And iPhone packaging is 100 per cent fibre-based, with no plastic wrapping in or around the box.

    Easy to upgrade. Simple to switch.

    Upgrading from another iPhone?

    Just put your old iPhone next to your new one, and with a few taps you can transfer your data automatically.

    Switching from an Android phone?

    When you buy a new iPhone, the Move to iOS app makes it easy to transfer your photos, contacts and more.

    Even more to love.

    iPhone accessories

    Perfect pairings.

    Explore colourful cases, 20W USB‑C adapters, charging essentials and more.Refer to legal disclaimers.

    Learn more about iPhone accessories
    Various iPhone MagSafe accessories. iPhone 16 Silicone Case with MagSafe, Lake Green, iPhone 16 Pro Silicone Case with MagSafe, Denim, connected to MagSafe charger, white, iPhone 16e Silicone Case, Winter Blue

    AppleCare+

    Expert support, extended coverage.

    • Apple-certified service

    • 24/7 priority access to technical support

    • Accidental damage protection
    Learn more about AppleCare+ for iPhone

    iPhone 16e Key Features

    • BUILT FOR APPLE INTELLIGENCE — Personal, private, powerful. Write, express yourself and get things done effortlessly.1
    • A18 CHIP. FAST INTO THE FUTURE — A18 chip powers Apple Intelligence, gaming, and regular iOS updates to keep your iPhone feeling new for years to come.
    • SUPERSIZED BATTERY LIFE — Text, browse, and binge movies and shows with up to 26 hours of video playback2 — the best battery life in a 6.1-inch iPhone.3
    • CAMERAS — The two-in-one camera system has a 48MP Fusion camera for super-high-resolution photos and an optical-quality 2x Telephoto. Take incredible selfies with the 12MP front camera.  
    • DURABLE DESIGN. BRILLIANT DISPLAY — Stunning 6.1-inch display uses OLED technology. Ceramic Shield front — tougher than any smartphone glass.
    • ACTION BUTTON — Quick, customisable access to your favourite apps and features, or use visual intelligence to learn about your surroundings.
    • MAKE IT YOURS — With iOS 18, you can customise your Home Screen and Lock Screen, send messages with text effects, Tapback with any emoji, and more.
    • SATELLITE FEATURES — If you don’t have mobile service or Wi-Fi, iPhone can contact emergency services.4
    • PRIVACY — Use Face ID to securely unlock, sign in to apps, and pay.

    • Legal bits

      1Apple Intelligence is available in beta on all iPhone 16 models, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max, with Siri and device language set to English (Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, UK or US), as an iOS 18 update. Additional features and Chinese (Simplified), English (India, Singapore), French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese (Brazil) and Spanish language support available in early April, with more languages coming over the course of the year, including Vietnamese. Some features may not be available in all regions or languages.
      2Battery life varies by use and configuration; see apple.com/uk/iphone for more information.
      3The displays have rounded corners. When measured as a rectangle, the screen is 6.06 inches (iPhone 16e), 6.12 inches (iPhone 16), 6.69 inches (iPhone 16 Plus), 6.27 inches (iPhone 16 Pro) or 6.86 inches (iPhone 16 Pro Max) diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.
      4Emergency SOS via satellite is included free for two years with the activation of any iPhone 14 or later model. Connection and response times vary based on location, site conditions and other factors. See https://support.apple.com/kb/HT213885 for more information.

    Trade in

    Make money, reduce waste

    Trade in your old phone or tablet and get money or a Tesco voucher in exchange. Instead of your device ending up in landfill, you’ll be putting it to good use.

    We’re the only network that packs in all this

    No EU Roaming fees.

    Take your UK data, minutes and texts with you to 48 destinations across the EU and beyond – at no extra cost – with Home From Home. Whether you’re sharing pics in Paris or using maps in Madrid, you’ll stay connected. No setup, no stress, no scary bills – just roam like you’re at home.

    Super speeds, clear connection

    We share O2’s network, giving you 99% coverage across the UK on 4G. And with 5G, you’ll get an even faster, even more reliable connection.

    The proof is in the pudding

    The Which? Utilities Brand of the Year for 2021 and a Which? Recommended Provider for 11 years running. Hear why the experts say we’re the top bananas.

    Clubcard Prices – Frozen for your contract

    If you take out one of our exclusive Clubcard Price deals, we’ll freeze your basic monthly usage price for the length of your contract.

    Unbeatable value with Clubcard

    No other network gives you a Clubcard point for every pound you spend, so you can save on your monthly phone bill, the cost of a new phone or Tesco shopping.

    Fancy even more value? Here's what you get with a Clubcard Plus

    As a Clubcard Plus subscriber you could get these great benefits for only £7.99 a month

    • Double data and double Clubcard points from Tesco Mobile (conditions apply)
    • 10% off two shops of your choice in-store (exclusions and limits apply)
    • 10% off selected Tesco Brands in-store; F&F, Fred & Flo, Go Cook, Tesco Pet, Carousel and Fox & Ivy, all the time
    • And more...

    1-month free trial*, cancel anytime

    Battery
    Audio playback Up to 90 hours
    Charge rate 20W
    Fast charge Yes - Up to 50% in 30 minutes
    Power saving Low Power Mode
    Removable battery No
    Video playback time Up to 26 hours
    Streamed: Up to 21 hours
    Wireless charging Yes - 7.5W (Qi charging)
    Body
    Depth (mm) 7.8
    Dust resistant Yes - IP68
    Height (mm) 146.7
    SIM type Dual SIM
    Nano and eSIM (eSIM is not yet available on all networks)
    Water resistant Yes - IP68 (maximum depth of 6 metres up to 30 minutes)
    Weight (g) 167
    Width (mm) 71.5
    Connectivity
    4G calling Yes
    Bluetooth Yes - 5.3
    Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes
    Personal hotspot Yes
    USB Yes
    USB type Type-C
    Wi-Fi (WLAN) Yes - 6
    Wi-Fi calling Yes
    Wi-Fi Direct No
    Processor
    CPU Brand Apple A18
    CPU speed Hexa-core (up to 4.04GHz)
    6‑core CPU with 2 perform­ance and 4 efficiency cores
    16‑core Neural Engine
    GPU Apple (4-core graphics)
    Display
    Aspect ratio 19.5:9
    Brightness Typical: 800 nits
    HDR: 1200 nits
    Contrast ratio 2,000,000:1
    Display type Super Retina XDR OLED
    Multi-touch Yes
    Pixels 460 ppi
    Resolution 2532x1170
    Size (inches) 6.1
    Touch screen Yes
    Messaging
    Email Yes
    IM Yes
    Multimedia messages Yes
    Text messages Yes
    Network
    4G Yes
    5G Yes
    Band Quad
    VoLTE (4G calling in UK) Yes
    Wi-Fi and 4G Calling (VoLTE) No
    Works in the US Yes
    Platform
    Generic software version iOS 18
    Operating system Apple iOS
    Sensors
    Accelerometer Yes
    Ambient light sensor Yes
    Barometer Yes
    Compass Yes
    Gyroscope Yes
    Proximity sensor Yes
    Memory
    Card max size N/A
    Card slot No
    Device memory 128GB/256GB/512GB
    RAM 6GB
    Camera
    Camera type Rear-facing
    No. of cameras 2
    Video recording Yes
    Front camera
    Additional features Portrait mode with Depth Control
    Portrait lighting with six effects
    Deep Fusion
    Smart HDR 5
    Night mode
    Wide colour capture
    Time‑lapse video with stabilisation
    Lens correction
    QuickTake video
    Auto image stabilisation
    Animoji and Memoji
    Burst mode
    Cinematic video stabilisation
    Spatial Audio and stereo recording
    Wind noise reduction
    Aperture f/1.9
    HD video recording Yes
    No. of cameras 1
    Resolution (max MP) 12
    Slow motion 1080p at 120fps
    Rear camera
    Additional features Photonic Engine
    Deep Fusion
    Smart HDR 5
    Portrait mode with Depth Control
    Portrait Lighting with six effects
    Animoji and Memoji
    Night mode
    Photo­graphic Styles
    Wide colour capture for photos and Live Photos
    Lens correction
    Auto image stabilisation
    Burst mode
    4K Dolby Vision video recording at 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps
    1080p Dolby Vision video recording at 25 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps
    Slo-mo video support for 1080p at 120 fps
    Time‑lapse video with stabilisation
    Night mode Time-lapse
    QuickTake video
    Cinematic video stabilisation (4K, 1080p and 720p)
    Spatial Audio and stereo recording
    Wind noise reduction
    Audio Mix
    Aperture Main: f/1.6
    Telephoto: f/1.6
    Flash LED True Tone
    HD video recording 4K at 24, 30 or 60fps
    1080p at 30, 60, 120 or 240fps
    No. of cameras 2-in-1
    Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) Yes
    Resolution (max MP) Main: 48
    Telephoto: 12
    Slow motion 1080p at 120 or 240fps
    Zoom Digital zoom up to 10x
    Features
    3.5mm headphone jack No
    A-GPS Yes
    Action button Silent Mode
    Focus
    Camera
    Visual Intelligence
    Torch
    Voice Memo
    Recognise Music
    Translate
    Magnifier
    Controls
    Shortcut or Accessibility
    Always On No
    Apple Pay Yes
    Built-in controls Apple Intelligence
    Emergency SOS via satellite
    Crash Detection
    Roadside Assistance via satellite
    Document viewer Yes
    FM radio No
    GPS Yes
    Lightning headphone jack No
    Loudspeaker Yes - stereo speakers
    Music player Yes
    Video calling FaceTime
    Video player Yes
    Voice recording Yes
    Web browser Yes
    Security
    Facial recognition Yes - Face ID
    Accessibility
    Accessibility features VoiceOver
    Zoom
    Magnifier
    Voice Control
    Switch Control
    AssistiveTouch
    Eye Tracking
    RTT and TTY support
    Closed Captions
    Personal Voice
    Live Speech
    Type to Siri
    Vocal Shortcuts
    Spoken Content
    Warranty
    Device warranty 12 months
    Compatibility
    Smart assistant compatibility AirPlay

    No EU Roaming fees

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    Super speeds, clear connection

    We share O2’s network, giving you 99% coverage across the UK on 4G. And with 5G, you’ll get an even faster, even more reliable connection.

    Clubcard Prices – Frozen for your contract

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    Apple iPhone 16e FAQs:

    • When was the release date for iPhone 16e?

      The iPhone 16e was announced on 19 February 2025 and officially released on 28 February 2025. It's now available at Tesco Mobile. Check out our latest deals.

    • How much does the iPhone 16e cost?

      The iPhone 16e has competitive pricing located above. The price will increase depending on the storage and model chosen. Exact prices vary by retailer and promotions.

    • What does the "e" in iPhone 16e stand for?

      The "e" in iPhone 16e stands for "enhanced," signifying a refined design, improved performance, and cutting-edge features tailored for a seamless user experience. It combines premium Apple technology with a more accessible price point, making it a great choice for all users.

    • Does the iPhone 16e have Apple Intelligence?

      Yes, the iPhone 16e features Apple's latest Apple Intelligence technology, enhancing image processing, on-device AI, and real-time text recognition. This makes tasks like photo editing, object detection, and live translations faster and more intuitive.

    • Is the iPhone 16e the new iPhone SE?

      Nope, the iPhone 16e isn’t the new SE it’s something even better! It brings a sleek design, upgraded performance, and all the Apple goodness you love at a great price. If you’ve been waiting for the perfect upgrade you can get yours today at Tesco Mobile!

    • What is the difference between the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16e?

      The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16e share many great features, but there are some key differences. The iPhone 16 offers a more advanced display, additional premium materials, and extra camera features, while the iPhone 16e provides a more streamlined, affordable option without compromising on performance. you can compare iPhone models with our iPhone comparison tool.

    • Is the iPhone 16e a budget phone?

      The iPhone 16e offers excellent value, providing a premium experience without the high price of the top-tier iPhone models. It combines powerful features, fast performance, and the latest Apple technology, all at a more affordable price, and is now available at Tesco Mobile.

      If the iPhone 16e isn't for you, why not explore our other great budget phones.

    • What are the iPhone 16e's specs?

      The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch OLED Super Retina XDR display, delivering vibrant colours and sharp details. Powered by the A18 Bionic chip, it offers flagship performance and supports Apple Intelligence for a smarter, more intuitive experience. The 48MP Fusion camera with a 2x Telephoto lens captures stunning photos, even in low light. With USB-C charging and IP68 water and dust resistance, the iPhone 16e is built for convenience and durability.

    • How big is the iPhone 16e?

      The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch display, offering the perfect balance of portability and immersive screen space. Its sleek design makes it comfortable to hold while still providing a great viewing experience.

    • Does the iPhone 16e have a 120Hz display?

      No, the iPhone 16e features a 60Hz display, which still delivers smooth performance and vibrant visuals. While it doesn’t have a 120Hz refresh rate like some higher-end models, it’s optimised for a responsive and seamless user experience. 

    • Does the iPhone 16e have an action button?

      Yes, the iPhone 16e does have an Action Button. The Action Button on the iPhone 16e can be customized to perform various functions, such as activating the flashlight, launching the camera, or even running specific shortcuts.

    • What colours does the iPhone 16e come in?

      The iPhone 16e is available in two classic colours: Black and White.

    • How good is the iPhone 16e's camera?

      The iPhone 16e features a 48MP Fusion camera system with an integrated 2x Telephoto lens, capturing high-definition photos with optical quality zoom. Perfect for every moment.

    • How big is the iPhone 16e's storage?

      The iPhone 16e offers three storage options: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. Store all your files, messages, and photos securely.

    • How long does the iPhone 16e's battery life last?

      The iPhone 16e has a long-lasting battery that outperforms previous iPhone SE generations by up to six hours. Enjoy all-day power for your workflows, social activities, and entertainment.

    • What are the iPhone 16e's price options?

      Browse our iPhone 16e deals at Tesco Mobile. Check out our latest Pay Monthly offers or customise a plan to fit your needs.

    • Changes to the 3G network.

      We’re making big changes to our network. Like the UK’s other mobile providers, we’ll be switching off our 3G service later this year. This will help us improve our 4G and 5G network, so more people across the UK can benefit from faster, more reliable connections.

      If you’re joining us, the SIM card that comes with your phone will give you our best 4G and 5G coverage. You can use this SIM in a different phone if you like, but we recommend using a 4G or 5G device for the best connection. Want to know more? Take a look at our helpful guide and FAQs.