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Apple iPhone 16 Plus

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CPU Apple A18 (3 nm)
RAM 8 GB
Storage 128/256/512 GB
Display 6.7 inches
Camera 48 MP
Battery mAh

Full specification

General

Device Type	iPhone
Model	A3290, A3082, A3289, A3291
Released	20, September 2024

Design

Dimensions	160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm
Weight	199 g
Build	Glass front, glass back, aluminum frame
IP Rating	IP68
Colors	Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine

Display

Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor)	Super Retina XDR OLED
Size	6.7 inches
Resolution	QHD+, 1290 x 2796 pixels
Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality.	460 ppi
Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind.	Ceramic Shield glass
Features	88.0% screen-to-body ratio, Haptic Touch, HDR10, 19.5:9 ratio, Hole-punch Notch, DCI-P3, Brightness - 1000, Max brightness HBM - 2000, Always-on display, Dolby Vision

Software

OS OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device.	iOS 18
UI UI or user interface of a device is the look and feel of the on-screen menu system. How it works, its color scheme, how it responds to button presses, all of these things are part of the user interface.	iOS 18

Hardware

Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming.	Apple A18 (3 nm)
CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone.	Hexa-core (2x • 3.8 GHz + 4x • 2.0 GHz)
GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion.	Apple GPU (5-core graphics)

Memory

Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras.	No
RAM RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices.	8 GB
RAM Type	LPDDR5X
ROM Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored.	128GB, 256GB, 512GB
Type Design Type called form factor refers to a mobile phone's size, shape, and style as well as the layout and position of major components of phone. There are three major form factors seen in mobile phones => bar phones, folding phones and sliding phones.	NVMe
Variants	128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM

Camera

Primary Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality.	Dual Camera 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS, (Sensor - , Sensor size - 1/1.56", Pixel size - 1.00µm) 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), dual pixel PDAF, (Sensor - , Sensor size - , Pixel size - 0.7µm)
Video	4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), ProRes, 3D (spatial) video/audio, stereo sound rec.
Features	Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama)
Selfie	12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), PDAF, OIS, (Sensor - , Sensor size - 1/3.6", Pixel size - ) SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Video	4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS
Features	HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec.

Media

FM Radio	No
Loudspeaker	Yes, Stereo speakers
3.5mm Jack	No
Alert Types	Vibration & Ringtone

Connectivity

Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices.	5.3, A2DP, LE
Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world.	Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, Dual-band
Wi-fi Hotspot
USB	USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky.	Yes- GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS
NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches.
Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range.

Features

Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
Ultra Wideband (UWB) support (gen2 chip)
Emergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satellite
Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)

Network

Technology	GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G Network	GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 CDMA 800 / 1900
3G Network	HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G Network	B1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66 - A3290 B1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3082 B1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66, 71 - A3289 B1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66 - A3291
5G Network	n1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3290 n1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79, 258, 260, 261 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - A3082 n1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 14, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 71, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3289 n1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3291
SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages.	Nano SIM, eSIM
Dual SIM	Yes - Nano-SIM and eSIM - International Dual eSIM with multiple numbers - USA Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) - China
Speed	HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps

Battery

Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium.	Li-Ion (Lithium Ion)
Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions.	mAh
Charging	Wired, PD2.0, Fast charging
Wireless Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device.	25W wireless (MagSafe), 15W wireless (China only) 15W wireless (Qi2) 4.5W reverse wired
Placement	Non removable
Standby Standby Time is the total amount of time that you can leave your is fully charged, turned on and ready to send and receive calls or data transmissions before completely discharging the battery.	NA

Apple iPhone 16 Plus Pros and Cons

Pros

Super Retina XDR OLED, Display
Apple A18 (3 nm) Chipset
Wired, PD2.0, Fast charging
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort
25W wireless (MagSafe) Fast charging
LPDDR5X 8 GB RAM and Storage type NVMe
48 MP camera with OIS
IP568

Cons

No Card Slot
No 3.5mm Jack

iPhone 16 Plus FAQ

Q1: When was the iPhone 16 Plus released?
A: The iPhone 16 Plus was officially released on September 20, 2024.

Q2: What are the dimensions and weight of the iPhone 16 Plus?
A: The iPhone 16 Plus measures 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm and weighs 199 grams, making it lightweight and easy to handle despite its large display.

Q3: What materials are used in the design of the iPhone 16 Plus?
A: It features a premium build with a glass front and back, both protected by Ceramic Shield glass and an aluminium frame, providing durability and elegance.

Q4: Does the iPhone 16 Plus have water and dust resistance?
A: Yes, it is IP68 rated, meaning it’s resistant to dust and can be submerged in water up to 6 meters deep for 30 minutes.

Q5: What colours are available for the iPhone 16 Plus?
A: The iPhone 16 Plus is available in five colours: Black, White, Pink, Teal, and Ultramarine.

Q6: What type of display does the iPhone 16 Plus feature?
A: It has a 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a QHD+ resolution of 1290 x 2796 pixels. It supports HDR10 and Dolby Vision and features an always-on display with a peak brightness of 2000 nits in high-brightness mode (HBM).

Q7: What chipset does the iPhone 16 Plus use?
A: The iPhone 16 Plus is powered by the Apple A18 chipset, built on a 3 nm process. It includes a hexa-core CPU and a 5-core Apple GPU, ensuring high performance and power efficiency.

Q8: How much RAM and storage options are available for the iPhone 16 Plus?
A: The device comes with 8GB of LPDDR5X RAM and offers storage options of 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB, using NVMe for faster data access.

Q9: Does the iPhone 16 Plus support expandable storage?
A: The iPhone 16 Plus does not support expandable storage as it lacks a card slot.

Q10: What are the key camera features of the iPhone 16 Plus?
A: It features a dual rear camera setup with a 48 MP wide-angle camera and a 12 MP ultra-wide camera. The front camera is 12 MP with optical image stabilization (OIS) and supports 4K video recording.

Q11: Can the iPhone 16 Plus shoot 4K video?
A: It supports 4K video recording at multiple frame rates, including 24/25/30/60/100/120fps. Additionally, it supports Dolby Vision HDR and ProRes video recording.

Q12: Does the iPhone 16 Plus have a 3.5mm headphone jack?
A: No, like most recent iPhones, it does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack. Audio is supported through stereo speakers or Bluetooth.

Q13: What type of charging does the iPhone 16 Plus support?
A: It supports wired PD2.0 fast, 25W wireless charging via MagSafe, 15W Qi2 wireless, and 4.5W reverse wired charging.

Q14: What SIM options does the iPhone 16 Plus offer?
A: Depending on the region, it supports Nano-SIM and eSIM globally. In the USA, it supports dual eSIM; in China, it offers dual SIM with dual standby.

Q15: Does the iPhone 16 Plus support 5G connectivity?
A: Yes, it supports 5G, including Sub6 and mmWave, depending on the model and region.

Q16: What are the security features of the iPhone 16 Plus?
A: The iPhone 16 Plus uses Face ID for biometric security and is equipped with other sensors like an accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, compass, and barometer.

Q17: What operating system does the iPhone 16 Plus run?
A: It runs on iOS 18, offering the latest software features and improvements from Apple’s ecosystem.

Q18: Does the iPhone 16 Plus support satellite connectivity?
A: Yes, the iPhone 16 Plus supports satellite-based Emergency SOS, Messages, and Find My, ensuring connectivity in remote areas without cellular service.