‘The functionality is top-notch’
Everyone wants to keep up with the latest technology, but it can be overwhelming to know where to look – and the prices can often be off-putting. However, there’s a deal on currently for an Apple iPhone, which will save shoppers some cash.
The Apple iPhone 16e 128GB is available on Amazon for a discounted price of £494, reduced from £549, meaning shoppers will save a handy 10%. This deal is exclusively for Amazon Prime members as part of its whirlwind sale.
If shoppers would like a larger storage capacity, this will cost them more. For 256GB, it’s £594, reduced from £699, and for 512GB, it’s £794, reduced from £899.
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The brand says this phone has a supersized battery life, meaning shoppers can text, browse, and binge movies and shows with up to 26 hours of video playback. Moreover, its two-in-one camera system has a 48MP Fusion camera for super-high-resolution photos.
It has a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, meaning it’s great for watching shows, playing games or reading. But if shoppers don’t have mobile service or Wi-Fi, this iPhone 16e can connect to a satellite, so users can get urgent help if they need it.
Apple iPhone 16e 128GB
The Apple iPhone 16e 128GB is available on Amazon
As an alternative, for those who do not use Apple products, there’s a SIM Free Samsung Galaxy A17 5G 128GB AI Mobile Phone, currently available on Argos for a discounted price of £179.99, reduced from £199.99. With its triple lens camera and optical image stabilisation, shoppers can capture sharper, brighter and more detailed photos and videos.
Or there’s a Google Pixel 9a Smartphone, available at John Lewis. Originally £499, the phone is currently being sold for £399, saving shoppers £100, and the phone comes in four colours – obsidian, peony, iris and porcelain.
Reviews on Amazon for the Apple iPhone 16e 128GB are very positive, with customers leaving an average 4.7 out of five-star rating, from more than 200 reviews. The phone has been praised as being ‘impressive’.
One person wrote: “The iPhone 16e is an impressive device that delivers a smooth and intuitive user experience right out of the box. Setup is effortless and everything feels familiar yet faster, making it very easy to use even if you’re upgrading from an older model.”
They added: “The functionality is top-notch, apps load instantly, multitasking is seamless, and the new features integrate nicely without being overwhelming.” While another simply said: “Well made, easy to use and very reliable.”
A third person commented on the weight of the phone. They said: “It’s surprisingly light for a phone that feels this premium, which makes it comfortable to hold and carry all day. The sound quality is excellent, loud, clear, and well-balanced, making calls, music, and videos very enjoyable.”
One person commented on the delivery time saying: “Had to wait for it to arrive but it was worth the wait.” While someone else said: “An OK phone for the price I paid, no complaints so far from the user. Like all Apple phones, great when they are new.”