| iPhone 16 – Detailed FAQ (2025 Global Review) |
| Is the iPhone 16 worth buying in 2025? |
Yes, the iPhone 16 is one of the best mainstream smartphones of 2025. It features the powerful A18 chip, a 120Hz ProMotion display (now standard on base models), an upgraded 48MP main camera, all-day battery life, and Apple Intelligence for on-device AI features. With 7 years of guaranteed iOS updates and global 5G support, it offers excellent long-term value for users upgrading from an iPhone 12 or older—or switching from Android. |
| Does the iPhone 16 have a 120Hz refresh rate display? |
Yes. For the first time in the non-Pro iPhone lineup, the iPhone 16 includes a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with ProMotion technology that supports an adaptive 120Hz refresh rate. This makes scrolling, gaming, and animations noticeably smoother compared to older 60Hz iPhones like the iPhone 14 or 15. |
| What are the key differences between iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro? |
The iPhone 16 Pro has a titanium frame (vs aluminum on iPhone 16), a telephoto lens (3x optical zoom), brighter display (2,500 nits vs 2,000), Action button (vs standard mute switch), and uses the faster A18 Pro chip. The base iPhone 16 lacks a telephoto camera and USB-C, but shares the same 48MP main sensor, 120Hz display, and Apple Intelligence features—making it a great value for most users. |
| Does the iPhone 16 support USB-C? |
No. The iPhone 16 continues to use Apple’s Lightning port for charging and data transfer. Despite EU regulations, Apple has delayed the USB-C transition for the base model. The iPhone 16 Pro models also still use Lightning in 2025; USB-C is expected to arrive across the entire lineup with the iPhone 17 in 2026. |
| How is the iPhone 16 camera compared to iPhone 15? |
The iPhone 16 upgrades the main sensor to a larger 48MP unit with improved low-light performance and computational photography. It also introduces enhanced Night mode that activates automatically, better Smart HDR 6, and more accurate Portrait mode that works on pets and objects—not just people. Video benefits from improved Action Mode stabilization, making handheld footage significantly smoother than on the iPhone 15. |
| What is Apple Intelligence, and does iPhone 16 support it? |
Apple Intelligence is Apple’s suite of on-device AI features introduced in iOS 18. The iPhone 16 fully supports it thanks to the A18 chip’s Neural Engine. Features include Live Voicemail transcription, AI-powered photo editing (e.g., object removal), smart writing suggestions, summarized notifications, and contextual Siri responses—all processed privately on the device without sending data to the cloud. |
| How long does the iPhone 16 battery last? |
Apple rates the iPhone 16 at up to 22 hours of video playback. In real-world testing, it easily lasts a full day with heavy use (including 5G, GPS navigation, video calls, and social media). Light users may get 1.5 days. It supports 20W wired fast charging (0–50% in 30 minutes) and 15W MagSafe or Qi2 wireless charging—but no charger is included in the box. |
| Will the iPhone 16 work in my country? |
Yes. The iPhone 16 is sold globally and supports a wide range of 5G, 4G LTE, and Wi-Fi bands used worldwide. It’s compatible with major carriers in North America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Australia. Always check your local model number (e.g., A3221 for international) to confirm band support, but in general, the iPhone 16 is designed for seamless global use. |
| How many years of software updates will the iPhone 16 get? |
Apple officially supports the iPhone 16 with iOS updates for up to 7 years. Launched with iOS 18 in 2025, it will receive updates through at least iOS 25, likely until 2032. This makes it one of the longest-supported smartphones on the market, offering strong security, feature access, and resale value over time. |
| What storage options are available for the iPhone 16? |
The iPhone 16 comes in three storage capacities: 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB. There is no 1TB option (reserved for Pro models). For most users, 128GB is sufficient if you use cloud photo storage (iCloud). However, if you record 4K video, download movies, or play large games, consider 256GB or higher. |
