Protection for this phone: iPhone 16 cases · iPhone 16 screen protectors
The 6.1-inch OLED panel has a resolution of 2556 x 1179 pixels, so text, photos and video look sharp. OLED technology lights each pixel individually, which gives deep blacks and strong contrast for streaming, browsing and gaming. At this screen size the iPhone 16 offers comfortable viewing for everyday apps and maps. It also stays easy to hold and use with one hand for quick messages and notifications.
The 48MP main camera captures detailed images, so you have room to crop or zoom into a shot afterwards. It works well for travel photos, everyday snapshots and documents you need to keep. On the front, a 12MP camera handles selfies and video calls. Together, the two cameras cover most everyday photography without the need for a separate compact camera.
With 128GB of built-in storage, the iPhone 16 has space for a solid library of apps, photos, videos and offline music. This capacity suits users who keep a moderate amount of media on the phone and store older files in the cloud. If you shoot a lot of video or download large games, it is worth considering a larger storage configuration of the same model.
The phone runs on a 2220 mAh battery and comes with iOS 18 preinstalled. Because Apple designs the hardware and software together, iOS manages power use across apps and background tasks. iOS 18 also gives you access to the App Store and regular system updates. Actual battery life depends on screen brightness, network conditions and how you use the phone.
5G network support delivers fast mobile data for streaming, video calls and large downloads wherever your operator offers 5G coverage. The iPhone 16 accepts both a physical NanoSIM card and an eSIM. You can use two numbers, such as one for work and one for personal calls, or add a local eSIM plan when travelling abroad without swapping cards.
The ultramarine colour gives the iPhone 16 a bold, vivid blue look that stands out from the usual black and silver phones. The compact 6.1-inch format slips easily into a pocket or bag. You can show off the colour with a clear case or keep it protected with any cover designed for the iPhone 16.
This model suits buyers who want a current iPhone with 5G, a sharp OLED screen and a capable 48MP camera in a manageable size. It is a sensible upgrade from an older iPhone and works well for users moving into the Apple ecosystem. It is also practical for professionals who need dual SIM functionality through NanoSIM and eSIM.
| Brand | APPLE |
|---|---|
| Form factor | Bar |
| Model name | iPhone 16 128GB Ultramarine |
| Product colour | Blue |
| Housing material | Aluminium, Glass |
| Maximum frame rate | 240 fps |
| Repairability class | C |
| Yes | |
| iBeacon | Yes |
| Geotagging | Yes |
| Multi-shot | Yes |
| Video call | Yes |
| Deep Fusion | Yes |
| Body SAR (EU) | 1.41 |
| Head SAR (EU) | 1.24 |
| Wide Spectrum | Yes |
| Body SAR (USA) | 1.17 |
| Face detection | Yes |
| Head SAR (USA) | 1.08 |
| Crash detection | Yes |
| Doesn't contain | Arsenic/BFR/Mercury/PVC |
| Vibrating alert | Yes |
| Stereo recording | Yes |
| Position location | Yes |
| Oleophobic coating | Yes |
| Operating altitude | 0 - 3000 |
| Repairability index | 8 |
| Roadside assistance | Yes |
| Short Message Service (SMS) | Yes |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 5 - 95 |
| Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) | Yes |
| Repeated free fall reliability class | C |
| EAN | 195949822445 |
| Display diagonal | 6.1″ |
|---|---|
| Display resolution | 2556 x 1179 |
| Panel type | OLED |
| Display technology marketing name | Super Retina XDR |
| Display brightness | 1000 cd/m² |
| Maximum display brightness (HDR) | 1600 cd/m² |
| Maximum display brightness (Outdoor) | 2000 cd/m² |
| Pixel density | 460 ppi |
| Contrast ratio (typical) | 2000000:1 |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) supported | Yes |
| High Dynamic Range (HDR) technology | Dolby Vision/Extreme Dynamic Range (XDR)/High Dynamic Range 10 (HDR10)/High Dynamic Range 10+ (HDR10 Plus)/Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG)/Smart HDR |
| Screen shape | Flat |
| Display glass type | Ceramic Shield |
| Screen sharing | Yes |
| Touchscreen type | Capacitive |
| Rounded display corners | Yes |
| Display brightness (min) | 1 |
| Resolution at capture speed | 1280x720@30fps/1920x1080@25fps/1920x1080@30fps/1920x1080@60fps/3840x2160@24fps/3840x2160@25fps/3840x2160@30fps/3840x2160@60fps |
| Processor family | Apple |
|---|---|
| Processor model | A18 |
| Processor cores | 6 |
| Performance cores | 2 |
| Efficient cores | 4 |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) | Apple Neural Engine (ANE) |
| Neural processor unit (NPU) cores | 16 |
| Internal storage capacity | 128 GB |
|---|---|
| Compatible memory cards | Not supported |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -20 - 45 |
| Graphics card cores | 5 |
|---|
| Front camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
|---|---|
| Front camera type | Single camera |
| Rear camera type | Dual camera |
| Rear camera resolution (numeric) | 48 MP |
| Second rear camera resolution (numeric) | 12 MP |
| Rear camera aperture number | 1.6 |
| Optical zoom | 4× |
| Digital zoom | 10× |
| Video capture resolution (max) | 3840 x 2160 |
| Video recording modes | 1080p/2160p/720p |
| Image stabilizer type | Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) |
| Camera button | Yes |
| Panorama | Yes |
| Audio zoom | Yes |
| Auto focus | Yes |
| Night mode | Yes |
| Portrait mode | Yes |
| Spatial photos | Yes |
| Lens correction | Yes |
| Optical zoom in | 2 |
| Photonic Engine | Yes |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Optical zoom out | 2 |
| Video stabilizer | Yes |
| Macro photography | Yes |
| Portrait Lighting | Yes |
| Rear camera flash | Yes |
| Front camera flash | Yes |
| Lens cover material | Sapphire crystal |
| Camera button controls | Cameras/Depth/Exposure/Styles/Tone/Zoom |
| Rear camera focal length | 26 |
| Front camera aperture number | 1.9 |
| Camera image formats supported | HEIF, JPEG |
| Camera video formats supported | H.264, HEVC |
| Second rear camera focal length | 52 |
| Second rear camera aperture number | 2.2 |
| Camera High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode | Yes |
| Second rear camera field of view (FOV) angle | 120 |
| Spatial audio | Yes |
|---|---|
| Continuous audio playback time | 80 h |
| Speakers | stereo |
| Speakerphone | Yes |
| Audio formats supported | AAC/AAC-LC/AAX/AAX+/AC3/EAC3/FLAC/HE-AAC/HE-AAC v2/MP3/PCM |
| USB Type-C charging port | Yes |
|---|---|
| USB Power Delivery (USB PD) | Yes |
| USB connector type | USB Type-C |
| USB port | Yes |
| SIM card type | NanoSIM + eSIM |
| SIM card capability | Dual SIM |
| USB Type-C required charging power (max) | 23 W |
| USB Type-C required charging power (min) | 4.5 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi standards | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Top Wi-Fi standard | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) |
| Bluetooth | Yes |
| Bluetooth version | 5.3 |
| Near Field Communication (NFC) | Yes |
| Mobile network generation | 5G |
| 4G standard | LTE-TDD & LTE-FDD |
| 5G standard | NR/NR mmWave |
| GPS (satellite) | Yes |
| GLONASS | Yes |
| Galileo | Yes |
| MIMO | Yes |
| BeiDou | Yes |
| AirPlay | Yes |
| 3G standards | DC-HSDPA/HSPA+/UMTS |
| Frequency band | Penta-band |
| Wi-Fi positioning | Yes |
| 3G bands supported | 1700/1800/1900/2100/850/900 |
| Emergency SOS (satellite) | Yes |
| Voice over LTE (VoLTE) supported | Yes |
| Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS) | Yes |
| Operating system installed | iOS 18 |
|---|---|
| Platform | iOS |
| Fingerprint reader | No |
| Face recognition | Yes |
| Virtual assistant | Apple Siri |
| Apple Intelligence | Yes |
| Bundled software | Apple 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 |
| Subscription type | No subscription |
| Fingerprint resistant | Yes |
| App distribution platform | Apple App Store |
| Mac operating systems supported | Yes |
| Windows operating systems supported | Yes |
| Action button | Yes |
|---|---|
| Voice commands | Yes |
| Action button features | Accessibility/Camera/Controls/Flashlight/Focus/Magnifier/Recognize Music/Shortcut/Silent mode/Translate/Voice Memo |
| Battery technology | Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) |
|---|---|
| Battery endurance per cycle | 2220 h |
| Battery endurance in cycles | 1000 |
| Fast charging | Yes |
| Wireless charging | Yes |
| AC adapter included | No |
| Energy efficiency class | B |
| Battery | Lithium-Ion rechargeable |
| Energy efficiency scale | A to G |
| Continuous video playback time (max) | 22 |
| Continuous video playback time (streamed) (max) | 18 |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 – 35 °C |
|---|---|
| Self-timer | Yes |
| Time lapse mode | Yes |
| Wind noise reduction | Yes |
| Cables included | USB Type-C to USB Type-C |
|---|---|
| International Protection (IP) code | IP68 |
| Protection features | Dust resistant/Splash proof/Water resistant |
| Waterproof up to | 6 m |
| Gyroscope | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes |
| Proximity sensor | Yes |
| Electronic compass | Yes |
| Barometer | Yes |
| Voice dialling | Yes |
| Voice isolation | Yes |
| Orientation sensor | Yes |
| Accessibility features | AssistiveTouch, 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 supported | AV1/H.264/HEVC/M-JPEG/MPEG4 |
| Width | 71.6 mm |
|---|---|
| Depth | 7.8 mm |
| Height | 147.6 mm |
| Weight | 170 g |
| Product Net Weight | 0.17 kg |
Yes, the iPhone 16 supports 5G. Speeds depend on your operator's coverage and plan.
Yes. The phone supports a NanoSIM card and an eSIM, so you can use two numbers on one device.
The battery capacity is 2220 mAh. The manufacturer does not list a battery life figure in these specifications.
The iPhone 16 ships with iOS 18.
The specifications list 128GB of storage and do not mention a memory card slot. If you need more space, consider a higher storage configuration or cloud storage.
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