Overview
- The phone runs on Apple’s A19 chip with iOS 26 and Apple Intelligence, and it adds the in‑house C1X modem that Apple says is up to 2x faster than the C1 in iPhone 16e.
- Apple doubles the entry storage to 256GB at $599, with a 512GB configuration priced at $799.
- MagSafe and Qi2 wireless charging up to 15W are now supported, and the Action button is included.
- A 6.1‑inch OLED display retains the notch and a 60 Hz refresh rate, distinguishing it from higher‑tier models.
- A 48MP Fusion main camera delivers optical‑quality 2x and 4K Dolby Vision video, while Ceramic Shield 2 improves scratch resistance and reduces glare; available in black, white and soft pink across 70+ countries.