Introduced in September 2024, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are Apple’s current flagship phones, sold alongside the higher-end iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
The iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are the right iPhones for most people, and now is a good time to buy. There’s an upgraded A18 chip that supports Apple Intelligence, a dual-lens camera system that takes great photos, a Camera Control button for quick camera access, and a customizable Action Button.
Pricing starts at $799, and the iPhone 16 offers a good balance between functionality and price. If you’re looking for a step up, Apple has the iPhone 16 Pro models with upgraded A18 Pro chip, bigger displays, ProMotion display technology, and triple-lens camera system.
If you’re coming from an iPhone 13 or earlier, the iPhone 16 is an excellent upgrade because you get the new super fast chip and Apple Intelligence support, but you also get prior model features like Crash Detection and Emergency SOS via satellite.
For those who want a more affordable device, but Apple also offers the $429 iPhone SE with older technology, the prior-generation iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus with prices starting at $699, and the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus with pricing starting at $599.
Choosing an iPhone is a major decision, so we have some buyer’s guides that walk you through choosing the best device for you, and you’ll also want to check out our iPhone deals post to get the best prices.