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That being said, most prospective customers should opt for the ‌iPhone 16e‌ over the pricier ‌iPhone 16‌, unless the larger display of the ‌iPhone 16‌ Plus is essential.

Apple announced the release of its iPhone 16e on Wednesday, following the release of the iPhone 16 in September 2024. The iPhone 16 is priced at $799, while the iPhone 16e is priced at $599.