2024 is the year when I can finally say that the iPhone 16 is the perfect choice in the latest iPhone line-up. Of course, it misses out on many Pro features like a ProMotion display, a telephoto camera, and better camera sensors, which are limited to expensive Pro models. But still, the iPhone 16s (iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus) are far bigger upgrades in terms of features set and overall capability this year.
Starting with the A18 chip under the hood, which is a two-generation jump this time around. And, not to forget, there is 8GB of RAM, the same as the Pro models. The dual cameras have also been realigned, and I will talk in detail about why Apple returned to the iPhone 11 setup in a bit. Of course, there are some misses, too.
This year, Apple sent us the iPhone 16 Plus, so I will add references that should make it easier for you to understand which one suits you better: the vanilla
Oh, my iPhone 16 Pro Max review is already live, so you can read it here to know why it is Apple’s crown jewel.
iPhone 16 Plus price in India
The iPhone 16 Plus starts at Rs. 89,900 for the 128GB storage option, while the 256GB comes at Rs. 99,900. The 512GB model, on the other hand, is priced at Rs. 119,900. I got the 512GB model for this review. To compare, the iPhone 16 starts at Rs. 79,900 for the 128GB model. The 256GB and 512GB come at Rs. 89,900 and 109,900, respectively.
iPhone 16 Plus packs a dual camera setup aligned vertically
iPhone 16 Plus Design: Sticking to basics but keeping it elegant
- Dimensions – 160.9 (H) x 77.8mm (W) x 7.8mm (D)
- Weight – 199 grams
- Colours – Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, Black and White
The iPhone 16 Plus is the third-generation Plus device from Apple. The iPhone 14 Plus was launched in 2022, followed by the iPhone 15 Plus last year and now 16 Plus. The smartphone doesn’t bring a ground-breaking overhaul to design except for one important aspect – camera housing. From a glass back (14 Plus) to a matte finish rear, the 16 Plus gets aluminium frames that offer a solid feel and a ceramic shield front for protection.
The phone features aluminium with colour-infused glass back
Compared to the Pro models, the iPhone 16s (16 + 16 Plus) receives two new physical buttons this year – Action and Camera Control. As I mentioned in my 16 Pro Max review, Apple has gone the opposite route by offering more physical buttons when some companies are trying to push for gesture-based interactions. Action button debuted last year on the 15 Pro models and is finally reaching the 16 and 16 Plus. The Action button is a suitable replacement for ring/ silent switch, and it can be customised to enable any other function. Camera Control, on the other hand, changes how you use the cameras on the latest generation iPhones. It’s always better to have a dedicated button for launching something than unlocking or waking the screen and then launching. Apple has reduced…
