UAE Price
AED 3,999
India Price
₹99,900
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Smartphone · Apple · 2024
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus 256GB is Apple's 2024 smartphone featuring a 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) display, the Apple A18 (3 nm) chipset. It comes with a 4674 mAh battery. At AED 3,999 in the UAE and ₹99,900 in India, it sits firmly in the upper mid-range tier.
The iPhone 16 Plus excels with its 2000-nit HBM display for outdoor clarity, 48MP main sensor with sensor-shift OIS for stable low-light shots, and 48-hour battery endurance—outlasting most Android flagships. It’s built for professionals who shoot 4K HDR video daily, need MagSafe/Qi2 wireless charging at 15W, and rely on iOS 18’s AI-powered camera enhancements. Its weakness? Thermals throttle sustained 4K60 recording after 12 minutes under heat, limiting long-form creators. In UAE at AED 3999, it’s competitive because no other 6.7-inch OLED phone offers this blend of battery life, display brightness, and 5G reliability. In India at ₹99900, it’s overpriced—Samsung’s S24 Ultra offers a 200MP sensor, 5000mAh battery, and S Pen for ₹94900, delivering more versatility for the same cost. The iPhone’s ecosystem lock-in and thermal limits make it a niche pick outside Apple loyalists.
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| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm jack | No |
| Type | Li-Ion 4674 mAh |
| Charging | Wired, PD2.0, 50% in 30 min 25W wireless MagSafe/Qi2, 50% in 30 min (15W - China) 4.5W reverse wired |
| Battery Capacity | 4674 mAh |
| Dual | 48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, sensor-shift OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 0.7µm, dual pixel PDAF |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama) |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), stereo sound rec. |
| Single | 12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6", 1.0µm, PDAF SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Features | HDR, Dolby Vision HDR, 3D (spatial) audio, stereo sound rec. |
| Video | 4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 48, 53, 66 - A3290 |
| 5G bands | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 38, 40, 41, 48, 53, 66, 70, 75, 76, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA/Sub6 - A3290 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6/7, tri-band, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS |
| NFC | Yes |
| Radio | No |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort |
| Dimensions | 160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.33 x 3.06 x 0.31 in) |
| Weight | 199 g (7.02 oz) |
| Build | Glass front (Ceramic Shield), glass back, aluminum frame |
| SIM | · Nano-SIM + eSIM + eSIM (max 2 at a time; International)· eSIM + eSIM (8 or more, max 2 at a time; USA)· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM (China) |
| Type | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 110.2 cm2 (~88.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Resolution | 1290 x 2796 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density) |
| Protection | Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen), Mohs level 4 |
| Card slot | No |
| Internal | 256 |
| Sensors | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
| Colors | Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine |
| Models | A3290, A3082, A3289, A3291, iPhone17,4 |
| SAR | 1.13 W/kg (head) 1.16 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | 1.24 W/kg (head) 1.33 W/kg (body) |
| Price | $ 439.00 / £ 529.50 / € 622.00 |
| Performance | AnTuTu: 1727276 (v10) GeekBench: 7927 (v6) 3DMark: 4324 (Wild Life Extreme) |
| Display | 1823 nits max brightness (measured) |
| Loudspeaker | -25.2 LUFS (Very good) |
| Battery | Active use score 18:49h |
| Energy | Class B |
| Battery | 48:00h endurance, 1000 cycles |
| Free fall | Class C (90 falls) |
| Repairability | Class C |
| Announced | 2024, September 09 |
| Status | Available. Released 2024, September 20 |
| OS | iOS 18, upgradable to iOS 26.4 |
| Chipset | Apple A18 (3 nm) |
| CPU | Hexa-core (2x4.04 GHz + 4x2.20 GHz) |
| GPU | Apple GPU (5-core graphics) |
Specs sourced from official manufacturer website and GSMArena.
Common questions about the iPhone 16 Plus.
Yes, it remains a strong value in 2026 due to Apple’s long-term software support and durable build, making it reliable for daily use even years after release. Its 256GB storage and premium performance ensure it stays relevant without needing an upgrade.
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus 256GB is priced at AED 3999 in the UAE. It is widely available through authorized Apple retailers and major electronics stores across all emirates.
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus 256GB is priced at ₹99900 in India. It is available through Apple’s official stores and authorized resellers nationwide.
The camera delivers exceptional detail and color accuracy in both daylight and low-light conditions, with improved computational photography for sharper portraits and videos. It consistently captures 4K video at 60fps with stable stabilization.
The battery lasts a full day of heavy use, including streaming, browsing, and photography, with efficient power management extending usage into the next day. It supports all-day endurance without needing midday charging.
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