Appleannounced theiPhone 16 lineup in September, but it wasnt done launching new phones.

Instead, today Apple announced the iPhone 16e, which replaces the budget-friendly SE line.

It will be available to preorder on Feb. 21 and release on Feb. 28.

Apple iPhone 16e on gray background

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Thats because the iPhone 16e has a 6.1 screen, which is the same size as the iPhone 16.

The third-generation SE was just 4.7 and cost $429.

Whats New With the iPhone 16e?

The phone also replaces the Touch ID found on the 2022 iPhone SE with Face ID.

The phone is wireless charging compatible, though it doesnt have MagSafe compatibility.

Features include writing assistance and the ability to create unique Genmojis.

The phone has an OLED 60 Hz display and up to 26 hours of video playback.