Early Teardown of New iPhone 16e Reveals Larger Battery, C1 Modem [Video]

Check out this early teardown of the new iPhone 16e that reveals what's under the hood of Apple's latest device. The teardown video was shared by REWA Technology on YouTube, following the iPhone 16e's in-store launch today.The iPhone 16e weighs in at 166.1 grams, a detail noted before disassembly began. Two pentalobe screws at the bottom are removed first, then the back cover is pried open using a heating mat and a pick to detach it from the middle frame. Inside, the layout closely mirrors the iPhone 15. The back cover houses a wireless charging coil, but it lacks MagSafe compatibility—an unusual omission for a modern iPhone.Next, the teardown examines the battery, a standout feature. Disconnecting it requires removing the SIM holder base cable first. Unlike older models with pull tabs, this battery uses an adhesive that loosens with an electric current, a method Apple introduced to simplify repairs. Rated at 4,005 mAh, it's significantly larger than the iPhone 16's 3,561 mAh. Apple credits a redesigned internal structure for the extra capacity, but REWA points to the smaller camera as the real space-saver.Continue ReadingSpotlight Deal:AirTags 4-Pack Drops to Another Record Low - Just $64.49! [Deal]Share Article:Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Reddit, EmailFollow iClarified:Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Newsletter, App Store, YouTube

Mar 1, 2025 - 00:01

Early Teardown of New iPhone 16e Reveals Larger Battery, C1 Modem [Video]

Check out this early teardown of the new iPhone 16e that reveals what's under the hood of Apple's latest device. The teardown video was shared by REWA Technology on YouTube, following the iPhone 16e's in-store launch today.

The iPhone 16e weighs in at 166.1 grams, a detail noted before disassembly began. Two pentalobe screws at the bottom are removed first, then the back cover is pried open using a heating mat and a pick to detach it from the middle frame. Inside, the layout closely mirrors the iPhone 15. The back cover houses a wireless charging coil, but it lacks MagSafe compatibility—an unusual omission for a modern iPhone.

Next, the teardown examines the battery, a standout feature. Disconnecting it requires removing the SIM holder base cable first. Unlike older models with pull tabs, this battery uses an adhesive that loosens with an electric current, a method Apple introduced to simplify repairs. Rated at 4,005 mAh, it's significantly larger than the iPhone 16's 3,561 mAh. Apple credits a redesigned internal structure for the extra capacity, but REWA points to the smaller camera as the real space-saver.

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