Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max smartphones are now available in Nepal. The American phone brand’s iPhone 16 series features an all-new A18 Pro chipset, a new camera control button, beefy RAM, multiple storage options, and perhaps more importantly, Apple Intelligence. Let’s delve into the much-anticipated iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max phones’ specifications, features, etc., and their official price in Nepal in this tell-all post.
Highlights:
- Larger displays
- 3nm A18 Pro chipsets
- Apple Intelligence
- New 48 MP ultrawide camera
- Camera Control button
- Biggest improvement in batteries
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Design and display
Apple has opted for a less revolutionary leap in the phone’s design with the latest iPhones as both Pro lineups share a similar design with the iPhone 15 Pros. But that is not to say that it’s underwhelming. Both feature industry-leading strong and lightweight Titanium frames and are protected by the latest-generation ceramic shield which is 2x tougher than glass. Apple also says that the two boast the thinnest borders on any Apple product released to date. The flagship’s handsets come in four colors- black, white, natural, and a new “desert titanium.”
The boxy camera module rests on the rear in a familiar setting- three cameras are housed in a bar that is raised from the surface. The edges of the phone retain round shapes. To enhance the camera experience, Apple has now added a new camera control button on the side which blends in perfectly with the phone’s color.
But it’s the display where it gets interesting improvement. The iPhone 16 Pro gets larger at the 6.3-inch screen while the iPhone 16 Pro Max gets a 6.9-inch display with each getting a 120 Hz refresh rate. To compare, the iPhone 15 Pro had a 6.1-inch and the iPhone 15 Pro Max model had a 6.7-inch display. The latest iterations are powered by LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED displays with Always-On and ProMotion technologies, Apple says that users “can accomplish more.” The phones are secured by IP68 dust and water protection.
Performance
Both iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max source their power from the new A18 Pro chipset which comes with a 16-core neural engine. It’s a 3nm build silicon and boasts a hexacore processor that is 15% faster in performance than the previous model. Apple has also improved the GPU which now delivers 20% faster performance from iPhone 15 Pros. To compare, iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus only get the vanilla A18 SoC. Apple continues to make Pro chipsets exclusive for its Pro variant iPhones.
The iPhone 16 Pro Max comes with 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB internal storage while the iPhone 16 Pro starts at 128GB and also serves 256GB, 512GB, and 1TB options. Both phones rock an 8 GB of RAM.
A18 Pro chip is compatible with Apple Intelligence. And finally after quite a long wait, Apple Intelligence has made its glorious rollout for the iPhone 16 Series which means, now, you can use Apple’s arsenal of AI features on it. These include writing tools, AI-backed Siri enhancement, the ability to erase irrelevant objects from photos, etc.
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Apple Intelligence
iPhone 16 is eligible for Apple Intelligence features with iOS 18.1. The AI enhancements enable users to click pictures and instantly get information on them, get email and notification summaries, new Siri improvements, only get preferred notifications, etc.
Apple has also integrated ChatGPT services, so the AI features on iPhones will be very powerful and versatile.
Camera
This time, Apple has added a new 48 MP ultrawide (Fusion) camera in the iPhone 16 Pro models which accompany the 48 MP main wide camera and the 12 MP periscope camera with 5x optical zoom in a triple camera setup on the back. Noticeably, the iPhone 16 Pros cameras can take videos at 4K at 120 fps.
Likewise, there’s a 12 MP selfie camera on the front which also supports OIS. Similarly, the camera can record videos at 4K at 60 fps. iPhones are popular for photography and it won’t be different at all. More so, the new camera control button adds more functionality.
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Camera Control button
The sleek Camera Control button offers quick access to the camera allowing you to “adjust various camera features simply by sliding your finger.” You can click the Camera Control button to click photos, record videos, and preview to focus on framing the shot,” Apple said.
The button also works with Visual Intelligence to give a sort of mixed reality service from a headset. For eg, you can hold your phone and click and hold the Camera Control button to get information about restaurants or you can snap a photo of a dog and get details about its species.
Battery and Connectivity
Apple is claiming “a huge leap in battery life” in its Pro phones. In particular, the company claims that the iPhone 16 Pro Max will have the “best battery life on iPhone ever” enabled by internal optimization and the new A18 Pro chip.
To be specific, the iPhone 16 Pro Max features a Li-Ion 4685 mAh battery while the Pro one gets a 3,582 mAh cell. According to Apple, the Por Max gives up to 33 hours of video playback and 27 hours of video playback on the “vanilla” Pro variant. The batteries on both Pro iPhones charge 50% in 30 minutes. Both iPhones support 25W wireless MagSafe, 15W wireless Qi2, and 4.5W reverse wired charging.
The phones support 5G, WiFi 7, Bluetooth 5.3, etc. for communication and feature USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 for the charging port. Both 16 Pros support Emergency SOS satellite connectivity too which is handy in emergency situations to contact someone when there is no cellular option.
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max Specifications
| Specs | iPhone 16 Pro | iPhone 16 Pro Max |
| Dimensions | 149.6 x 71.5 x 8.3 mm, 199 gm | 163 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm, 227 gm |
| Display | 6.3-inch, 120 Hz, 2000 nits, LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.9-inch, 120 Hz, 2000 nits, LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED |
| Processor | A18 Pro, 3nm | A18 Pro, 3nm |
| RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB |
| Memory | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB, 1TB | 256GB, 512GB, 1TB |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP wide 12 MP (periscope telephoto), 5x optical zoom 48 ultrawide | 48 MP wide 12 MP (periscope telephoto), 5x optical zoom 48 ultrawide |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 12 MP |
| Battery | 3582 mAh | 4685 mAh |
| Charging | 25W wireless (MagSafe), 15W wireless (Qi2), 4.5W reverse wired | 25W wireless (MagSafe), 15W wireless (Qi2), 4.5W reverse wired |
| OS | iOS 18 | iOS 18 |
| Network | 5G | 5G |
| Connectivity | WiFi 7 | WiFi 7 |
| Colors | Black | White | Natural | Desert Titanium | Black | White | Natural | Desert Titanium |
iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max Price in Nepal
The iPhone 16 Pro price starts at Rs 168,700 in Nepal for the 8/128 GB trim while its 1 TB variant costs Rs 265,200. On the other hand, the iPhone 16 Pro Max cost starts at Rs 207,000 for the 8/256 GB model and reaches Rs 294,000 for a 1 TB lineup. The devices are available for purchase on select online platforms and Apple-authorized stores.
The phones come with two years of warranty, 1-time front screen, and a glass back replacement. Likewise, Ncell provides a SIM card with 17 GB of social data every 28 days for six months. Check out the official price range details for the iPhone 16 Pro models.
| iPhone 16 Series | Variants | Price in Nepal (Official) |
| iPhone 16 Pro | 128 GB | Rs 168,700 |
| 256 GB | Rs 188,200 | |
| 512 GB | Rs 226,600 | |
| 1 TB | Rs 265,200 | |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max | 256 GB | Rs 207,000 |
| 512 GB | Rs 245,500 | |
| 1 TB | Rs 284,000 |
Our Verdict
Apple has designed the latest-generation iPhones with Apple Intelligence in mind, however, the purists can also find several new features to accentuate their brand loyalty and affinity with the product. The Pro models are now larger, have more powerful processors, and let’s not forget the versatile camera control button.
You may find similarities in its exterior design path, however, there are some noticeable improvements in features and functionalities such as the new camera control button, a powerful chipset, AI, etc. So, if money is not a concern, the new Apple flagship phones are here for you. If you are looking for other options, here, we have the list of the best flagship phones to buy in Nepal.
How have the two iPhone 16 Pro phones felt for you, in particular now that it’s eligible for Apple Intelligence features? Do share your impressions with us in the comment section below.
