Getting you to finally upgrade that old iPhone takes more than new AI software. CNET’s Bridget Carey looks at how Apple shifts its strategy for the budget-choice iPhone 16e, how it differs from the iPhone 16, and what it tells you about the next stage of iPhone evolution (it’s all about the battery, baby).
0:00 Intro
1:14 RIP iPhone SE, Hello iPhone 16e
3:11 Action Button and Apple Intelligence
3:40 2-in-1 48MP Fusion Camera
4:08 USB-C and Charging
4:39 A18 Chip
5:09 Battery Life and Apple C1 Modem
5:56 Safety Features
6:14 Final Thoughts
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