Apple’s latest entrant to the iPhone 16 series, the

iPhone 16e

is now available under Rs 55,000. Launched at Rs 59,900, interested customers can now buy Apple's most affordable

iPhone 16 series

model at a reduced price on BigBasket. The e-commerce platform has listed the phone for Rs 57,400. Combining this flat discount with an additional Rs 4,000 bank discount brings the effective price below Rs 55,000.

BigBasket

has also promised that on ordering iPhone 16e, the platform will deliver the smartphone within 13 minutes.

While checking out from BigBasket after adding iPhone 16e to the cart, users can find a voucher offering Rs 4,000 additional discount. This voucher is applicable only on select payment methods: ICICI Bank Credit/ Debit cards, Kotak Mahindra Bank Credit cards, State Bank of India Credit cards.
This voucher is valid for a one-time use per customer on credit/debit card transactions and expires on March 29. It cannot be used with BB Wallet or NeuCoins, and benefits may be modified or removed if items are returned or refunded. The voucher applies only to the Apple iPhone 16e (128GB) in both Black and White.

The iPhone 16e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with a Ceramic Shield front cover and tough back glass, which Apple claims is the most durable in any smartphone. It is powered by the latest A18 chip, offering an 80% faster 6-core CPU compared to the A13 Bionic, along with a 4-core GPU for smooth graphics performance.
For connectivity, the iPhone 16e introduces Apple’s first in-house C1 modem, designed for fast and power-efficient 5G performance. Combined with the A18 chip and iOS 18’s advanced power management, the device delivers impressive battery life, lasting up to six hours longer than the iPhone 11.
The phone boasts a 48MP Fusion camera with a 2x Telephoto lens for optical zoom, 4K Dolby Vision video recording at up to 60 fps, and Spatial Audio recording for an immersive experience. Apple’s satellite features enable Emergency SOS, Roadside Assistance, Messages, and Find My, even without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage.
Designed for Apple Intelligence, the iPhone 16e includes a 16-core Neural Engine optimized for generative AI, running machine learning models up to six times faster than the A13 Bionic. It supports features like Clean Up in Photos, Image Playground, Genmoji, and enhanced Writing Tools. Siri is more conversational and integrates ChatGPT for seamless AI assistance.
The device includes IP68 water and dust resistance, Face ID, an Action Button for quick access to features, and multiple charging options, including wireless and USB-C. Running iOS 18, it will support new language options, including Bangla, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Punjabi, Tamil, Telugu, and Urdu, in an upcoming update.