Apple iPhone 16
Smartphones

iPhone 16

Apple

Released Sep 1, 2024 · Analysis updated Mar 6, 2026

iPhone 16 offers a 48MP ultra-wide camera with macro, physical camera controls, zero shutter lag, plus excellent battery life and sound performance. The Apple iPhone 16 scores 86/100 based on 4 expert reviews in the smartphones category. Coverage includes reviews from Whathifi, Lux, Wired, and Markellisreviews.

Critic Score

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86

based on 4 expert reviews

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Low confidence · only 4 reviews

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Pros

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Cons

  • Processing can be inconsistent in low light(2)
  • Camera control button feels misplaced(2)

4 Expert Reviews

95
Nov 6, 2024

The iPhone 16 isn’t a major upgrade over the 15, but its subtle picture upgrades and top-notch sound make it a five-star handset.

87
Oct 1, 2024

The iPhone 16 Pro represents a significant evolution in smartphone photography with its Camera Control, Zero Shutter Lag, and improved processing, though it still faces challenges with computational p...

80
Sep 23, 2024

With beefy batteries and the A18 chipset, these colorful iPhones have everything you need and not much you don’t.

80
Dec 2, 2024

The iPhone 16 Pro Max is a brilliantly reliable phone with excellent audio and video features, but offers little improvement over its predecessor.