The Apple iPhone 16 Plus was launched in September 2024 alongside the iPhone 16 pro, iPhone 16 and 16 Pro Max. The devices was made available on September 20, 2024. Apple iPhone 16 plus is available at Gadgets Nerd at ksh.135,000 shillings for the 128GB and Ksh.143,000 shillings for the 256GB.
It has a 6.7-inch display, offering a large and immersive viewing experience. The iPhone 16 plus features a 48MP Fusion camera with a 2x Telephoto option and a new Ultra-Wide camera for macro photography. It is powered by the A18 chip, it promises significant improvements in performance and efficiency. There’s a notable boost in battery life, making it more reliable for extended use. This new feature leverages Apple-built generative models to enhance user experience while maintaining privacy.
Apple iPhone 16 Plus Specifications:
| Network | Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
|---|
| Launch | Announced | 2024, September 09 |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Available, Released 2024, September 20 |
| Body | Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in) |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 199 g (7.02 oz) | |
| Build | Glass front (Corning-made glass), glass back (Corning-made glass), aluminum frame | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM and eSIM – International Dual eSIM with multiple numbers – USA Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) – China | |
| IP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min) Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified) |
| Display | Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM) |
|---|---|---|
| Size | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) | |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) | |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen) |
| Platform | OS | iOS 18 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) | |
| CPU | Hexa-core | |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
| Memory | Card slot | No |
|---|---|---|
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM | |
| NVMe |
| Main Camera | Dual | 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56″, 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) | |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
| Selfie camera | Single | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6″, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
|---|---|---|
| Features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec. | |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Sound | Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Comms | WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, dual-band, hotspot |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE | |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Radio | No | |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort |
| Features | Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
|---|---|---|
| Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip) Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite |
| Battery | Type | Li-Ion, non-removable |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min (advertised) 25W wireless (MagSafe), 15W wireless (China only) 15W wireless (Qi2) 4.5W reverse wired |
| Misc | Colors | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
|---|---|---|
| Models | A3290, A3082, A3289, A3291 |
Design:
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus features a sleek and durable build. It has a color-infused back glass, which not only looks vibrant but also adds to the phone’s durability. The frame is made of aerospace-grade aluminum, ensuring a premium feel and robust protection. The rear cameras are vertically aligned, reminiscent of earlier iPhone models.
The new features include a dedicated Camera Control button below the power button, which allows for quick access to camera functions. The Action button, previously exclusive to Pro models, is now available on the iPhone 16 Plus.
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