iPhone 16
4.4/5
expert Review





Model: A3286
4.4/5
expert Review
Display
6.1" 60Hz OLED
Chipset
Apple A18 (3nm)
Camera
Dual (48MP + 12MP)
Battery
Li-Ion 3561 mAh

iPhone 16 review: Faster performance, but still stuck at 60Hz
Read Full ReviewiPhone 16 Expert Score Breakdown
Design and build
9.3/10
Display
9/10
Performance
9.2/10
Software experience
9.4/10
Cameras
8.6/10
Battery life
8.7/10
Value for money
8.9/10
iPhone 16 Full Specification
| Date | September 9, 2024 In Nepal: October 9, 2024 |
| Market Status | In Stock |
| Series | iPhone 16 |
| Device Type | Traditional Smartphone |
| Dimension | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.8 mm |
| Weight | 170 gm |
| Build | Back: Corning-made glass Front: Ceramic Shield Frame: Aluminium IP rating: IP68 dust and water resistance |
| Colors | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
| Size | 6.1 inches |
| Display Type | Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Resolution | FHD+ (2556 × 1179 pixels), 19.5 : 9 ratio, 460 PPI |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield |
| Refresh Rate | 60Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | Unspecified |
| Brightness | 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM) |
| Others | HDR10, Dolby Vision |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano + eSIM) |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA B850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G Bands | B1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 |
| 5G Bands | N1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave |
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core - 2x Performance (4.04 GHz) - 4x Efficiency (2.42 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core) |
| OS | iOS 18 |
| UI Version | iOS 18 |
| Promised Updates | At least 5 years |
| RAM | 8GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB NVMe |
| Variant | 8GB / 128GB, 8GB / 256GB, 8GB / 512GB |
| SD Card | No |
| Modules | Primary: 48MP, f/1.6, 26 mm, OIS, PDAF, 1/1.56” CMOS sensor Ultrawide: 12MP, f/2.2, 13 mm, PDAF, 120° FOV |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
| Video | 1080p @ 25/30/60/120/240 fps |
| Modules | 12MP, f/1.9, 23 mm, PDAF |
| Features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec. |
| Video | 4K @ 24/25/30/60 fps, 1080p @ 25/30/60/120 fps |
| Fingerprint | No |
| Face Unlock | TrueDepth Face ID |
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers |
| 3.5 mm Jack | No |
| Others | Dolby Atmos |
| Type | Accelerometer, Barometer, Compass, Gyro, Proximity |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 7, Tri-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, BDS, Galileo, Glonass, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 Type-C |
| Type | Li-Ion 3561 mAh, non-removable |
| Charging | Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised) |
| Wireless Charging | 25W Wireless Charging 4.5W Reverse Wireless Charging |
| Features | Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite |
As the season arrives for Apple to reveal its eagerly awaited smartphone lineup, the spotlight usually shines on the Pro and Pro Max models. However, it's the base model that often emerges as the most popular. For instance, the iPhone 15 topped global sales charts. In this piece, we'll delve into the details of the iPhone 16, including its specifications and features.
iPhone 16 Overview
Design and Display
The most notable design change in the iPhone 16 is its revamped camera module, which reintroduces the vertical camera layout seen in earlier models. This design element has been absent since the iPhone 12. This smartphone retains the boxy frame with metal construction, while the more durable and sophisticated titanium build remains exclusive to the Pro models, preserving the distinction between the two.
For the first time, the base model features the Action Button, replacing the traditional mute switch (RIP alert slider). The volume rockers are now positioned below this new button. Additionally, Apple has included an extra Capture Button alongside the power button. The iPhone 16 is available in Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine colours.
Performance
The iPhone 16 is powered by the Apple 18 SoC and introduces an advanced thermal design featuring a graphene layer. Additionally, it offers 8GB of memory and storage options of up to 512 GB. Furthermore, it brings a range of AI enhancements, with Apple Intelligence achieving new milestones in the smartphone industry.
Camera, Battery, and Others
The iPhone 16 maintains its dual-camera system, which includes a 48MP main camera and a 12MP ultrawide camera with autofocus, though there are no resolution upgrades this time. However, it now supports macro photography. The device boats up to 22 hours of video playback, a 2 hour increase from iPhone 15. Additionally, the iPhone 16 features WiFi 7, a USB Type-C port, and an enhanced AI-driven Siri experience.
iPhone 16 Price in Nepal
| Variant | Price |
|---|---|
| 8GB+128GB | Rs. 1,41,499 |
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