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The iPhone 16 lineup with the A18 series chipset and “Camera Control” buttons went official in Nepal a while ago. And in another round of price cuts, the base iPhone 16 has gotten even more affordable in Nepal. So, in this article, we’ll learn more about the iPhone 16, exploring its specifications, features, and its latest official price in Nepal.

iPhone 16 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of the iPhone 16 in Nepal now begins at NPR 125,200 for the 128GB variant after the latest price drop by NPR 5,000. But you should know that its 256GB and 512GB cost the same as before. And if you buy an iPhone 16 in Nepal from authorized stores, you will also get the following benefits for free:

• Screen replacement (twice within 2 years),
• Back panel replacement (twice within 2 years), and
• 1-year extended warranty

iPhone 16 Overview

Design 

The major design change that we have witnessed on the iPhone 16 is the redesigned camera module. The Cupertino tech giant has brought back the vertical camera layout from the past on this new guy. ‘Cause the last time we saw a vertical camera module was on the iPhone 12.

Meanwhile, the boxy frame design is here to stay with a metal build in the middle. That’s because the more sturdy and fancy titanium build is reserved for the Pro models to maintain the gap, obviously. Plus, the Action Button is also now available on the vanilla model for the first time, bidding farewell to the mute switch button (RIP alert slider). 

So, the volume rockers are there below the action button. Well, that’s not only it, Apple has also added an extra Capture Button on the side of the power button as well. As for the color, it comes in Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine.

Display

In terms of display, the iPhone 16 features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, the same as its predecessor. While Apple has redesigned the camera module, it has also introduced much thinner bezels. However, the refresh rate remains at 60Hz, which is surprising given that we are nearing the end of 2024. But, as always, it’s Apple being Apple!

Performance

The iPhone 16 uses the Apple 18 SoC across the board. Likewise, a new thermal design with a graphene layer also comes with the iPhone 16 models. Similarly, you’ll now get the memory of 8GB supported by a storage capacity of up to 512GB.

Besides that, a bunch of AI improvements are in the store, with Apple Intelligence marking a new feat in the smartphone market.

Camera, Battery, and Others

The iPhone 16 retains its dual-camera setup, featuring a 48MP main camera and a 12MP ultrawide camera with autofocus, without a resolution upgrade this time. However, it now offers the ability to capture macro shots. On the battery front, it brings a 3,561mAh battery which might contribute to a longer 6% battery life. Moreover, the iPhone 16 brings WiFi 7, a USB Type-C port, and an AI-enhanced Siri experience.

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  • iPhone 16 Pro Max Price in Nepal, Specs & Availability

iPhone 16 Specifications

• Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, 60Hz refresh rate
• Resolution: 2556 x 1179 pixels
• Processor: Apple 18 SoC
• Memory: 8GB RAM, up to 512GB storage
• Camera:
  • Rear: 48MP main camera, 12MP ultrawide camera
  • Front: 12MP
• Battery: 3,561mAh
• Connectivity: WiFi 7, USB Type-C port
• OS: iOS 18
• Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
• Features:
  • Water and dust resistance (IP68)
  • Stereo speakers
• Colors: Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine

Watch our comparison between iPhone 16 and iPhone 15

If you are looking for an affordable non-Pro iPhone, the iPhone 15 is probably the way to go for most folks. And now, it is also quite a bit more affordable than what it launched for in Nepal. So in this article, let’s walk through the specs, features, and the latest official price in Nepal of the iPhone 15.

iPhone 15 Overview:

Design and Display

The iPhone 15 shares an identical visual to the iPhone 14. While the titanium frame is reserved for the Pro/Pro Max siblings, the aerospace-grade aluminum frame is still a sturdy thing on the vanilla iPhone 15.

Besides this, its rear panel is polished with nanocrystalline particles for a textured matte finish. Likewise, you get an IP68 rating for protection against dust and water drips. Apple ships this guy in five color options: Black, Blue, Green, Yellow, and Pink.

Getting to the display, it’s the same panel as the iPhone 14 Pro at 6.1 inches in size. This Super Retina XDR screen bears an FHD+ resolution (2556 x 1179 pixels), HDR10, Dolby Vision, 2,000 nits of peak brightness, and Ceramic Shield glass protection.

Sadly, the refresh rate has stayed the same at 60Hz to bridge the gap with the Pro siblings. What’s new this time is the arrival of Dynamic Island, Apple’s “innovative” way of making the best out of a notch, introduced in the iPhone 14 Pro Series. And this finally marks the end of the gigantic notch.

A16 Bionic

Running the show on the core of the iPhone 15 is Apple’s last year chipset, the A16 Bionic. To recall, Apple brought the culture of using last-gen chips on the vanilla and Plus models from the iPhone 14 series. While it’s not as powerful as the latest A17 Pro SoC on the iPhone 15 Pro lineup, the A16 Bionic still packs a load of punch.

This 4nm-fabbed chip features a hexa-core architecture with two Everest cores at 3.46GHz and four Sawtooth cores at 2.0GHz clock speeds. Handling the graphics tasks and gaming is the 5-core GPU from Apple.

As for the software, the iPhone 15 boots on the latest iOS 17. This iteration brings a bunch of improvements and customization options such as customized caller ID, message transcription, Namedrop (sharing contact through Airdrop), StandBy Mode, and such.

• Also, check out all the prices and full specs of iPhones.

Camera

Getting to the optics, Apple still lays a dual camera setup on this vanilla model. However, the primary shooter gets a resolution bump this time, with a 48MP sensor. This quad-pixel camera brings 100% Focus Pixels for swift autofocus.

What’s more interesting is the 24MP super-high-res mode which is set by default. Apple claims superb image quality at a practical file size with this mode. To address the lack of a zoom unit here, this vanilla model offers a 2X telephoto option as well.

Moving to the front, you get a 12MP TrueDepth camera engraved on the Dynamic Island which also doubles as a 3D face scanner for biometrics security.

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• Apple iPhone Price in Nepal [Updated]
• iPhone 15 Pro Max with A17 Pro chip launching soon in Nepal
• iPhone 15 Pro with a titanium body is arriving in Nepal pretty soon
• iPhone 15 Plus with A16 Bionic, Dynamic Island launching soon in Nepal

USB-C and others

With the EU mandating a USB-C port in different consumer electronic goods in its region, Apple has finally abstained from its Lightning port on the entire iPhone 15 series.

Unfortunately, the vanilla model equips an older, slower USB 2.0 port while the Pro siblings enjoy a faster USB 3.0 connection. You still get reverse charging via a USB-C to USB-C cable to charge your new updated AirPods Pro and Apple Watch.

As usual, Apple hasn’t mentioned the actual battery size of its latest iPhones but unofficial third-party teardowns should reveal that info shortly. Anyway, there’s no upgrade in the charging department since the iPhone 15’s wired and wireless charging speed is still capped at 20W and 15W (via MagSafe) respectively.

Whereas the phone still retains satellite connectivity, crash detection, and emergency SOS features. Apple has also introduced “Roadside Assistance” this time which uses satellite connection for calling in help for vehicles in deserted spots with no cellular connectivity.

iPhone 15 Specifications:

• Dimension: 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8mm, 171 grams
• Display: 6.1‑inch OLED, Super Retina XDR, 60Hz refresh rate
• Resolution: 2556 x 1179 pixels, 460 ppi
• Chipset: A16 Bionic (4nm) processor, 6 CPU cores + 5 GPU cores, 16-core Neural Engine
• Storage: 128/256/512GB (non-upgradeable)
• Operating System: iOS 17
• SIM: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM), dual eSIM
• Back Camera: Dual:
  – 48MP f/1.6 primary camera, 2x optical zoom, sensor-shift OIS
  – 12MP f/2.4 ultrawide camera, 120° field of view
• Front Camera: 12MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture
• Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
• Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave), WiFi 6E, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS with Glonass, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou, NFC, UWB
• Other features: Water and dust resistance (IP68), Stereo speakers
• Battery: Up to 20 hours of video playback, 7.5W Qi Wireless Charging, 15W MagSafe Wireless Charger (No adapter included in the box)

iPhone 15 Price in Nepal and Availability

With the latest price drop by NPR 3,500, the iPhone 15 now costs NPR 100,600 in Nepal for the sole 128GB variant. You can buy the iPhone 15 in Nepal from different Apple-authorized stores across the country, where you will also get a free one-time screen replacement within a year. On top of the standard 1-year warranty.

Watch our comparison between iPhone 16 and iPhone 15

It’s been quite some time since Apple unveiled the iPhone 14 series. The iPhone 14 is the most affordable in this lineup, but it was launched at exorbitant pricing in Nepal. But after a series of price drops, the iPhone 14 is relatively more affordable now. So, let’s take a look at the specifications, features, availability, and the latest official price in Nepal of the iPhone 14.

iPhone 14 Overview:

Design, Display

The iPhone 14 retains the same design as its predecessor. That means a big notch on the front and camera lenses aligned diagonally on the back. The entire body is made of aerospace-grade aluminum and is dust and water-resistant to IP68 standards.

Similarly, a Ceramic shield protects the iPhone 14’s front. The screen size is 6.1-inch and, as expected, it’s a SuperRetina XDR OLED display with Dolby Vision HDR, P3, and True Tone support. Other display features include a peak HDR brightness of 1200nits and a refresh rate of 60Hz. Sadly, there’s no 120Hz ProMotion this time as well.

Performance

Inside, Apple has packed last year’s A15 Bionic chip over the latest A16 Bionic. However, this is a 5-core GPU version of the SoC found in last year’s flagship iPhone 13 Pro models. As a result, it performs 18% better than its predecessor. There are three storage options: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB.

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Cameras

As for the optics, the iPhone 14 features dual cameras on the back, including a 12MP wide-angle primary sensor with a larger f/1.5 aperture, sensor-shift OIS, and a secondary 12MP ultra-wide-angle lens. These bigger camera sensors, when paired with the new Photonic Engine, deliver a significant improvement in low-light performance.

The Photonic Engine is a deep integration of hardware and software that improves the main sensor’s mid-to-low-light performance by 2.5x and the ultrawide and selfie camera’s performance by 2x. For the first time, the front camera also has an autofocus feature for selfies and video chats.

Battery

In terms of battery life, the iPhone 14 can provide up to 80 hours of audio playback and up to 20 hours of video playback. It charges with a 20W adapter and takes about 30 minutes to reach 50% capacity. There is also support for 15W MagSafe Wireless and 7.5W Qi wireless charging.

Extras

Finally, with the iPhone 14 series, Apple also announced a “Crash Detection” feature that makes use of the phone’s high-dynamic range gyroscope and dual-core accelerometer. When an accident is detected, the smartphone automatically connects to the emergency service.

There’s also a new Emergency SOS via Satellite feature, which allows users to send messages even when there’s no cellular connection on the iPhone 14. For this, you need to point the phone directly at a satellite. But since satellites constantly revolve around the earth, Apple has created specialized software that shows you exactly where to point your phone to hit a satellite. This feature is free for two years in the United States and Canada.

iPhone 14 Specifications:

• Display: 6.1‑inch (2532 × 1170 pixels) OLED, 460ppi, Super Retina XDR
• Chipset: Six-core A15 Bionic 64-bit processor, 16-core Neural Engine
• Storage: 128/256/512GB
• Operating System: iOS 16
• SIM: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM), dual eSIM
• Back Camera: Dual:
  – 12MP wide-angle f/1.5 primary camera, 7-element lens, sensor-shift OIS, True Tone flash with Slow Sync, 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 60 fps, Cinematic video, Action Mode
  – 12MP 120° Ultra Wide f/2.4 camera, 5-elements lens
• Front Camera: 12MP front camera with f/1.9 aperture, 1080p video recording, Retina Flash, 4K Dolby Vision HDR recording up to 60 fps, Slo‑mo 1080p at 120 fps, Cinematic video
• Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
• Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave) with 4 x 4 MIMO, Gigabit LTE with 4×4 MIMO and LAA, 802.11ax Wi‑Fi 6 with 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS with, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou
• Other features: Water and dust resistance (IP68), Stereo speakers
• Battery: Up to 20 hours of video playback, 7.5W Qi Wireless Charging, 15W MagSafe Wireless Charger (No adapter included in the box)

iPhone 14 Price in Nepal and Availability

The latest official iPhone 14 price in Nepal is NPR 85,800 for the 128GB storage after the price drop by NPR 3,500. You can buy the iPhone 14 in Nepal from Apple-authorized retailers, where you’ll also get benefits like a standard 1-year warranty and one-time breakage insurance for 1 year.

• Meanwhile, check our comparison between iPhone 14, iPhone 15, and iPhone 16

While the latest iPhone 16 series is quite expensive, given its latest features like a bigger camera sensor, USB Type-C, and faster performance, the 4-year-old iPhone 13 might be the right phone at the right price for most Apple enthusiasts. The good news is that it’s even more affordable in Nepal now. So let’s take a look at the regular iPhone 13 and its latest official price in Nepal, specifications, and more.

iPhone 13 Overview:

Design and Display

iPhone 13 comes with the same flat edge design that Apple offered in last year’s iPhones. The frame makes use of aluminum, while the corners are rounded. Similarly, the notch on the front is also smaller this time.

Moving on, there is not much to talk about the display. This 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED screen is brighter while retaining all the features of its predecessor. Still, it would have been better if Apple had included 120Hz ProMotion on the non-Pro iPhone 13s, too.

Moving on, the iPhone 13 has an IP68 rating against dust and water damage. It is offered in five color options: (PRODUCT)RED, Starlight, Midnight, Blue, and Pink.

Performance and Memory

Like the rest of the entries in this lineup, the standard iPhone 13 is powered by the A15 Bionic chipset as well. Apple’s latest mobile silicon is based on TSMC’s 5nm process node and packs 15 billion transistors. Still, the iPhone 13 is not as powerful as its Pro siblings. Here, Apple has included a 6-core CPU and a 4-core GPU—contrary to the 5-core GPU on the iPhone 13 Pro and Pro Max.

Apple is also claiming a significant boost in machine learning applications with its new 16-core Neural Engine, which is capable of 15.8 TOPS.

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• Deal alert: iPhone 16 Pro Max gets a sweet NPR 10,000 discount in Nepal
• iPhone 16 Pro gets cheaper in Nepal, again

Camera

At the back, Apple has redesigned the camera bump, where the camera sensors are placed diagonally instead. While the ultra-wide camera has remained unchanged, the primary camera gets a couple of changes.

To start with, the iPhone 13 comes with a bigger sensor that can capture 47% more light compared to last year. It’s the same one that was used in last year’s Pro models. Similarly, sensor-shift Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) is now on the vanilla iPhone as well.

With the new Cinematic mode, the iPhone 13 can now automatically shift the focus between subjects based on their movement. One can even change the focus after the recording using apps like Photos and iMovie. Like always, there is a 12MP TrueDepth camera on the front.

• Also, check out all the prices and full specs of iPhones here

Rest of the specs

iPhone 13 also brings a bigger battery. Apple claims that the new 3,240mAh cell on the iPhone 13 can last 2 hours more on offline video playback than the iPhone 12. The charging speed is the same as last year, though.

It supports 20W wired, 15W MagSafe Wireless, and 7.5W Qi Wireless charging. However, you will have to buy the charger separately as Apple doesn’t include one in the box.

iPhone 13 Specifications:

• Dimension: 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.65mm, 174 grams
• Display: 6.1-inch (2532 × 1170 pixels) OLED, 460 PPI, Super Retina XDR
• Chipset: Six-core A15 Bionic 64-bit processor, 16-core Neural Engine
• Storage: 128/256/512GB
• Operating System: iOS 16
• SIM: Dual SIM (nano + eSIM), dual eSIM support
• Back Camera: Dual:
  – 12MP wide-angle f/1.6 primary camera, 7-element lens, sensor-shift OIS, True Tone flash with Slow Sync, 4K Dolby Vision video recording at 60 fps,
  – 12MP 120° ultra-wide f/2.4 camera, 5-elements lens
• Front Camera: 12MP front camera with f/2.2 aperture, 1080p video recording, Retina Flash, Dolby Vision HDR recording up to 30 fps, 4K video recording at 60 fps, Slo‑mo 1080p at 120 fps
• Security: TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition
• Connectivity: 5G (sub-6GHz and mmWave), Gigabit LTE with 4×4 MIMO and LAA, 802.11ax Wi‑Fi 6 with 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, GPS with GLONASS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS, and Beidou
• Other features: Water and dust resistance (IP68), Stereo speakers
• Battery: 3,240mAh, 20W fast charging, 7.5W Qi Wireless Charging, 15W MagSafe Wireless Charger (No adapter included in the box)

iPhone 13 Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of the iPhone 13 in Nepal is now NPR 74,100, following a NPR 5,000 price drop. You can buy an iPhone 13 in Nepal from Apple-authorized stores across the country, where you will also get benefits like a standard 1-year warranty and one-time breakage insurance for 1 year.

Meanwhile, check out iPhone 13 long-term review