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iPhone 16e remains a viable budget option in 2026, according to analysis of Apple's current lineup
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iPhone 16e remains a viable budget option in 2026, according to analysis of Apple's current lineup
Apple's refurbished iPhone 16e starts at $419 with official warranty while the newer iPhone 17e offers MagSafe and 256GB storage at the original launch price.
- Apple launched the iPhone 16e in early 2025 as a successor to the iPhone SE series, before replacing it with the iPhone 17e in early 2026.
- The iPhone 16e uses the same A18 processor and 8GB RAM as the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, supporting Apple Intelligence.
- Apple sells refurbished iPhone 16e units through its official store starting at $419, with warranty and AppleCare+ eligibility.
- Geekbench 6 performance tests showed the iPhone 17e's scores approaching the iPhone 17, while the iPhone 16e matches iPhone 16-series performance.
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