8 important things to know about the iPhone 16E

Apple just announced the long-rumored iPhone 16E. With a starting price of $599, it’s now the most affordable smartphone in the iPhone lineup and offers the company’s latest A18 processor, Apple Intelligence software features, and a much better OLED display.

But if you’re mulling an upgrade from the now-discontinued iPhone SE or another smartphone, there are a few key points to consider — and some of them aren’t obvious.

Preorders for Apple’s iPhone 16E begin this Friday, and the phone’s release will follow a week later on February 28th. Check out our StoryStream for even more details, and keep your eyes peeled for The Verge’s full review in the coming days.