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Apple iPhone 16 reviews
Brand: Apple
Current — Availability recheck due. Last confirmed 16 Oct 2026; review by 23 Oct 2026. Checked 16 Oct 2026, 15:11 UTC
4.29out of 5
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Manufacturer codeMYE73QN/A
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About the Apple iPhone 16
Apple iPhone 16 is listed in the mobile phones category. The recorded configuration includes internal storage capacity: 128 GB; product colour: Black; operating system installed: iOS 18. This listing uses manufacturer code MYE73QN/A. Specifications come from the linked manufacturer or UK retailer record.
The 6.1" display is specified at 2556 x 1179p. Consider these together: a larger screen provides more physical space, while resolution determines the number of pixels available. Neither specification establishes brightness, colour accuracy or motion quality.
- Screen size
- 6.1"
- Screen resolution
- 2556 x 1179p
- Processor model
- - A18 chip- 6‑core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores- 5‑core GPU- 16‑core Neural Engine
- Storage capacity
- 128 GB
- Mobile network generation
- 4G / 5G
- Operating system installed
- iOS 18
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5.00 / 5Original rating: 5 / 5
Reviewed handset: Apple iPhone 16. Reviews identify the tested version. Colour or storage may differ only where processor, memory, screen and network hardware match.
Read the full review ↗Checked 18 Oct 2026
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4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 18 Oct 2026
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4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
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Read the full review ↗Checked 19 Oct 2026
Tech Advisor
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Reviewed handset: Apple iPhone 16. Reviews identify the tested version. Colour or storage may differ only where processor, memory, screen and network hardware match.
Read the full review ↗Checked 10 Oct 2026
GSMArena
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Reviewed handset: Apple iPhone 16. Reviews identify the tested version. Colour or storage may differ only where processor, memory, screen and network hardware match.
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PCMag
4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
Reviewed handset: Apple iPhone 16. Reviews identify the tested version. Colour or storage may differ only where processor, memory, screen and network hardware match.
Read the full review ↗Checked 18 Oct 2026
Tom's Guide
4.00 / 5Original rating: 4 / 5
Reviewed handset: Apple iPhone 16. Reviews identify the tested version. Colour or storage may differ only where processor, memory, screen and network hardware match.
Read the full review ↗Checked 18 Oct 2026
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Apple iPhone 16 Review: A Good Update… For Some
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Apple iPhone 16 Review – Camera, Battery & Real Daily Use
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Apple iPhone 16 review: is it worth the upgrade? Our expert puts it to the test
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Apple iPhone 16 review: forget the Pro, this is the pick of the 2024 iPhones
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Apple iPhone 16 review: catching up with the Pros
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Apple iPhone 16 specifications
Manufacturer code: MYE73QN/A · Verified UK retailer product record · Checked 10 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Screen size | 6.1" |
|---|---|
| Screen resolution | 2556 x 1179p |
| Processor model | - A18 chip- 6‑core CPU with 2 performance and 4 efficiency cores- 5‑core GPU- 16‑core Neural Engine |
| Storage capacity | 128 GB |
| Mobile network generation | 4G / 5G |
| Operating system installed | iOS 18 |
| NFC | Yes |
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Display1 detail
| Panel type | Super Retina XDR display |
|---|
Camera, image & video1 detail
| Camera resolution | - Main: Dual 48 MP / 12 MP- Front: 12 MP |
|---|
Connections & wireless5 details
| Wi-Fi standard | WiFi 7 |
|---|---|
| Bluetooth version | Bluetooth 5.3 |
| SIM card capability | - Dual SIM (nano-SIM & eSIM)- Dual eSIM support |
| USB connector type | USB-C |
| Mobile network connection | Yes |
Design & dimensions5 details
| Product type | SIM-free smartphone |
|---|---|
| Product colour | Black |
| Weight | 170 g |
| Dimensions | 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.80 mm (H x W x D) |
| Protection features | IP68 (maximum depth of 6 metres up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529 |
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