APPLE

Apple iPhone 16 128GB 5G Smartphone, Black

The Apple iPhone 16 with 128GB of storage is a 5G smartphone that pairs a sharp 6.1-inch OLED display with a 48MP main camera, all running iOS 18. In black, this iPhone 16 smartphone suits anyone who wants fast mobile data, detailed photos and Apple's familiar software in a compact handset.

  • Display: 6.1-inch OLED, 2556 x 1179 resolution
  • Storage: 128GB
  • Main camera: 48MP
  • Front camera: 12MP
  • Connectivity: 5G, NanoSIM + eSIM
  • Battery: 2220 mAh
  • Operating system: iOS 18

Description

6.1-inch OLED display with 2556 x 1179 resolution

The iPhone 16 uses a 6.1-inch OLED panel with a resolution of 2556 x 1179 pixels. OLED technology lights each pixel individually, so blacks look deep and colours have strong contrast, which helps with films, photos and everyday browsing. At 6.1 inches, the screen is large enough for reading, video and maps, yet the phone remains easy to handle and to use with one hand for quick tasks.

48MP main camera and 12MP front camera

For photography, the iPhone 16 relies on a 48MP main camera, giving you plenty of detail for cropping, printing or sharing high-resolution images. On the front sits a 12MP camera for selfies and video calls on FaceTime, WhatsApp or Teams. Together, the two cameras cover the situations most people shoot in day to day, from holiday landscapes and family snapshots to quick video chats with friends and colleagues.

128GB of storage for apps, photos and music

This configuration comes with 128GB of internal storage, enough room for a solid library of apps, photos, music and offline videos. It is a sensible fit for users who keep most of their media in cloud services or clear out old files now and then. If you shoot a lot of high-resolution photos and video or keep large games installed, consider whether the 128GB capacity matches your habits before choosing.

5G network support with NanoSIM and eSIM

With 5G support, the iPhone 16 can use the faster mobile networks available from Estonian operators, which helps with streaming, large downloads and video calls on the go. The phone takes a physical NanoSIM card and also supports eSIM, so you can keep a personal and a work number on one device, or add a local travel plan abroad without swapping cards in and out of the tray.

2220 mAh battery for everyday use

The iPhone 16 is powered by a 2220 mAh battery. Real-world battery life depends on screen brightness, network conditions and the apps you use, so heavy 5G streaming or long gaming sessions will drain it faster than messaging and browsing. iOS 18 includes battery management settings that let you monitor which apps use the most energy and adjust your usage accordingly throughout the day.

iOS 18 software and the Apple ecosystem

The phone ships with iOS 18, giving you access to the App Store, iCloud, Apple Pay and the rest of Apple's services. If you already use a Mac, iPad, AirPods or Apple Watch, the iPhone 16 links with them for shared photos, messages, passwords and calls. The black finish keeps the design understated and works with a wide range of cases and accessories.

Who the iPhone 16 128GB suits

This model suits buyers who want a current-generation iPhone with 5G, a 48MP main camera and an OLED screen without moving up to larger storage tiers. It works well for students, professionals and anyone upgrading from an older iPhone who mainly uses messaging, social media, photography, navigation and streaming, and who is comfortable managing storage with cloud services when needed.

Specifications

General

BrandAPPLE
Form factorBar
Model nameiPhone 16 128GB Black
Product colourBlack
Housing materialAluminium, Glass
Maximum frame rate240 fps
Repairability classC
E-mailYes
iBeaconYes
GeotaggingYes
Multi-shotYes
Video callYes
Deep FusionYes
Body SAR (EU)1.41
Head SAR (EU)1.24
Wide SpectrumYes
Body SAR (USA)1.17
Face detectionYes
Head SAR (USA)1.08
Crash detectionYes
Doesn't containArsenic/BFR/Mercury/PVC
QuickTake videoYes
Vibrating alertYes
Stereo recordingYes
Position locationYes
Oleophobic coatingYes
Operating altitude0 - 3000
Repairability index8
Roadside assistanceYes
Short Message Service (SMS)Yes
Operating relative humidity (H-H)5 - 95
Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)Yes
Repeated free fall reliability classC
EAN195949821936

Display

Display diagonal6.1″
Display resolution2556 x 1179
Panel typeOLED
Display technology marketing nameSuper Retina XDR
Display brightness1000 cd/m²
Maximum display brightness (HDR)1600 cd/m²
Maximum display brightness (Outdoor)2000 cd/m²
Pixel density460 ppi
Contrast ratio (typical)2000000:1
High Dynamic Range (HDR) supportedYes
High Dynamic Range (HDR) technologyDolby Vision/Extreme Dynamic Range (XDR)/High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10)/High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus)/Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)/Smart HDR
Screen shapeFlat
Display glass typeCeramic Shield
Screen sharingYes
Touchscreen typeCapacitive
Rounded display cornersYes
Display brightness (min)1
Resolution at capture speed1280x720@30fps/1920x1080@25fps/1920x1080@30fps/1920x1080@60fps/3840x2160@24fps/3840x2160@25fps/3840x2160@30fps/3840x2160@60fps

Processor

Processor familyApple
Processor modelA18
Processor cores6
Performance cores2
Efficient cores4
Neural processor unit (NPU)Apple Neural Engine (ANE)
Neural processor unit (NPU) cores16
CoprocessorYes
Coprocessor cores16
Coprocessor modelNeural Engine

Storage

Internal storage capacity128 GB
Compatible memory cardsNot supported
Storage temperature (T-T)-20 - 45

Graphics

Graphics card cores5

Camera

Front camera resolution (numeric)12 MP
Front camera typeSingle camera
Rear camera typeDual camera
Rear camera resolution (numeric)48 MP
Second rear camera resolution (numeric)12 MP
Rear camera aperture number1.6
Optical zoom4×
Digital zoom10×
Video capture resolution (max)3840 x 2160
Video recording modes1080p/2160p/720p
Image stabilizer typeOptical Image Stabilization (OIS)
Camera buttonYes
PanoramaYes
Audio zoomYes
Auto focusYes
Night modeYes
Portrait modeYes
Spatial photosYes
Lens correctionYes
Optical zoom in2
Photonic EngineYes
Image stabilizerYes
Optical zoom out2
Slow motion modeYes
Slow motion rate1080p - 120 fps / 240 fps
Video stabilizerYes
Macro photographyYes
Portrait LightingYes
Rear camera flashYes
Front camera flashYes
Lens cover materialSapphire crystal
Camera button controlsCameras/Depth/Exposure/Styles/Tone/Zoom
Rear camera focal length26
Front camera aperture number1.9
Camera image formats supportedHEIF, JPEG
Camera video formats supportedH.264, HEVC
Second rear camera focal length52
Second rear camera aperture number2.2
Camera High Dynamic Range (HDR) modeYes
Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle120

Audio

Spatial audioYes
Continuous audio playback time80 h
Speakersstereo
SpeakerphoneYes
Audio formats supportedAAC/AAC-LC/AAX/AAX+/AC3/EAC3/FLAC/HE-AAC/HE-AAC v2/MP3/PCM

Ports

USB Type-C charging portYes
USB Power Delivery (USB PD)Yes
USB connector typeUSB Type-C
USB portYes
SIM card typeNanoSIM + eSIM
SIM card capabilityDual SIM
USB Type-C required charging power (max)23 W
USB Type-C required charging power (min)4.5

Connectivity

Wi-FiYes
Wi-Fi standardsWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
Top Wi-Fi standardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be)
BluetoothYes
Bluetooth version5.3
Near Field Communication (NFC)Yes
Mobile network generation5G
4G standardLTE-TDD & LTE-FDD
5G standardNR/NR mmWave
GPS (satellite)Yes
GLONASSYes
GalileoYes
MIMOYes
BeiDouYes
AirPlayYes
3G standardsDC-HSDPA/HSPA+/UMTS
Frequency bandPenta-band
Wi-Fi positioningYes
3G bands supported1700/1800/1900/2100/850/900
Emergency SOS (satellite)Yes
Voice over LTE (VoLTE) supportedYes
Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS)Yes

Software & security

Operating system installediOS 18
PlatformiOS
Fingerprint readerNo
Face recognitionYes
Virtual assistantApple Siri
Apple IntelligenceYes
Bundled softwareApple Store App Store Books Calculator Calendar Camera Clips Clock Compass Contacts FaceTime Files Find My Fitness Freeform GarageBand Health Home iMovie iTunes Store Keynote Magnifier Mail Maps Measure Messages Music News Notes Numbers Pages Passwords Ph
Fingerprint resistantYes
App distribution platformApple App Store
Mac operating systems supportedYes
Windows operating systems supportedYes

Keyboard & controls

Action buttonYes
Voice commandsYes
Action button featuresAccessibility/Camera/Controls/Flashlight/Focus/Magnifier/Recognize Music/Shortcut/Silent mode/Translate/Voice Memo

Battery & power

Battery technologyLithium-Ion (Li-Ion)
Battery endurance per cycle2220 h
Battery endurance in cycles1000
Fast chargingYes
Wireless chargingYes
AC adapter includedNo
Energy efficiency classB
Battery weight90
Battery charge limitYes
Energy efficiency scaleA to G
Continuous video playback time (max)22
Continuous video playback time (streamed) (max)18

Performance & capacities

Operating temperature (T-T)0 – 35 °C
Self-timerYes
Time lapse modeYes
Wind noise reductionYes

Features

Cables includedUSB Type-C to USB Type-C
International Protection (IP) codeIP68
Protection featuresDust resistant/Splash proof/Water resistant
Waterproof up to6 m
GyroscopeYes
AccelerometerYes
Ambient light sensorYes
Proximity sensorYes
Electronic compassYes
BarometerYes
Voice diallingYes
Voice isolationYes
Orientation sensorYes
Accessibility featuresAssistiveTouch, Back Tap, Closed Captions, Eye Tracking, Live Captions, Live Speech, Magnifier, Personal Voice, Real-time text (RTT), Siri and Dictation, Spoken Content, Switch Control, Teletype (TTY), Type to Siri, Vocal Shortcuts, Voice Control, VoiceOver, Zoom
Video formats supportedAV1/H.264/HEVC/M-JPEG/MPEG4

Dimensions & weight

Width71.6 mm
Depth7.8 mm
Height147.6 mm
Weight170 g
Product Net Weight0.17 kg

Questions & answers

Does the iPhone 16 support dual SIM?

Yes. It supports a physical NanoSIM together with eSIM, so you can use two numbers on one phone.

Will this iPhone work on 5G networks in Estonia?

The phone supports 5G. Availability of 5G coverage depends on your mobile operator and location.

What is the battery capacity of the iPhone 16?

The battery capacity is 2220 mAh. The manufacturer does not list a battery life figure in hours in the specifications provided.

Can I expand the 128GB storage with a memory card?

The specifications list 128GB of internal storage and do not mention a memory card slot, so plan on using internal storage and cloud services.

Which operating system does it run?

The iPhone 16 runs iOS 18 out of the box.

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