iPhone 16 Gets a Discount—Should You Upgrade or Wait for Apple’s AI-Powered Budget iPhone?

The iPhone 16 is now selling with a massive discount of up to Rs 15,901 in India. The 128GB model is listed at Rs 68,999 on Flipkart, instead of its original price of Rs 79,900. In addition, customers can avail of a Rs 5,000 discount on HSBC Credit Card transactions, bringing down the effective price to Rs 63,999.

iPhone 16 vs iPhone SE 4: Should You Buy iPhone 16 or Wait for iPhone SE 4?

With a significant price drop, the iPhone 16 is now a solid choice. However, for those who want a more budget-friendly option, the iPhone SE 4 could be worth waiting for, which is expected to be priced at around Rs 41,000. It's rumoured to be powered by the A18 chip, the same processor found in the iPhone 16, meaning you can get similar performance as the latter.

Moreover, the iPhone SE 4 is likely to have a flat design with slim bezels. It's expected to feature a notch cutout at the top to replace the home button available on the current SE model. The next-gen iPhone SE 4 is also said to be available in new shades in addition to its regular black, white and red colour.

It is also tipped to feature the same 6.1-inch OLED display as the iPhone 16. It could support 8GB of RAM at minimum. For optics, the handset might offer a 48MP rear camera and a 12MP selfie camera.

On the other hand, the iPhone 16 comes with a more advanced rear camera system, featuring a dual 48MP rear sensor with OIS and a 12MP ultrawide lens with autofocus. Another standout feature of the iPhone 16 is the dedicated camera control button on the right side, allowing for quick access to the camera.

However, if you are ready to spend more and prioritize the camera over performance, the iPhone 16 is a great choice. For those seeking a more budget-friendly option with Apple Intelligence features, the upcoming iPhone SE 4 is believed to be a good pick.

iPhone SE 4 Launch in India

Apple's CEO, Tim Cook recently confirmed the arrival of a new product on February 19, 2025. While he didn't reveal the name of its upcoming product, it's most likely to be the iPhone SE 4. Following its announcement, the phone is expected to be available in India via Flipkart and the brand's official website. However, the details regarding its availability are still unknown at this moment. Stay tuned with us for the official announcement tomorrow.