Description

Apple iPhone 16 Plus in Kenya

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a smartphone with a 6.69-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display and an A17 Bionic chip. Order it from Gshoppe Kenya for delivery anywhere in Kenya, or collect it from our shop on Kimathi Street, Nairobi.

Key Features

• 6.69-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display
• A17 Bionic chip
• Dual 48MP + 12MP camera
• 5G connectivity
• USB-C port

Key Specifications

• Storage: 128GB, 256GB, 512GB

Product Details

iPhone 16 Plus Availability and Price in Kenya

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus was launched in September 2024 alongside the iPhone 16 pro, iPhone 16 and 16 Pro Max. The devices was made available on September 20, 2024.

The iPhone 16 Plus boasts a 6.7-inch display, delivering a large and immersive viewing experience. Additionally, i

📅 Availability in Kenya

Global Launch: September 2024
Available in Kenya: Late 2024 / Early 2025
Order today for fast delivery across Nairobi and Kenya.

2. High-Performance Hardware

A17 Bionic Chip: Powered by the advanced A17 Bionic processor , offering blazing-fast speeds and excellent efficiency for gaming, app usage, and more.

Energy Efficiency: Optimized to balance performance and battery life, ensuring smooth operation for everyday tasks.

Next-Level Graphics: Enhanced GPU delivers immersive gaming experiences and realistic visuals.

6. Built for Sustainability

Eco-Friendly Materials: Crafted with recycled aluminum and other sustainable materials, supporting Apple’s carbon-neutral goals.

Environmentally Conscious: Part of Apple’s commitment to minimizing its environmental impact.

What makes Apple iPhone 16 Plus different?

Design :

Designed with a sleek and durable build. Notably, it features a color-infused back glass, which not only adds vibrancy but also enhances durability. The frame, crafted from aerospace-grade aluminum, ensures a premium feel and robust protection. Additionally, the rear cameras are vertically aligned, resembling earlier iPhone designs.

In terms of new features, the device includes a dedicated Camera Control button below the power button, enabling quick access to camera functions. Moreover, the Action button, previously exclusive to Pro models, is now available on the iPhone 16 Plus.

Design & Build Quality
The iPhone 16 Plus scaled all iPhone 16 innovations to a 6.7-inch form factor with Camera Control and Action Button, in new colours with a larger battery for exceptional endurance.
Key Design Features

6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED + Dynamic Island
Camera Control and Action Button
Vertical dual-camera for Spatial video
IP68 water resistance (6m for 30 minutes)
Contoured aluminium frame
Available in Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black

Key Design Features

6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED + Dynamic Island
Camera Control and Action Button
Vertical dual-camera for Spatial video
IP68 water resistance (6m for 30 minutes)
Contoured aluminium frame
Available in Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black

7. Configurations and Colors

Storage Options: Available in 128GB, 256GB, and 512GB configurations to suit different storage needs.

Color Choices: Choose from elegant options like Midnight Black, Starlight White, Deep Blue, and Product(RED).

Ideal device for users who want a large, vibrant display and powerful performance at a competitive price point. With its robust camera system, long battery life, and stylish design, the iPhone 16 Plus is built to keep up with your daily demands.

Display
The large 6.7-inch OLED with Dynamic Island provided an excellent canvas for Camera Control's Visual Intelligence and Apple Intelligence features.
Display Enhancements

6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
2796×1290 at 460 ppi
Dynamic Island
2000 nits peak outdoor brightness
True Tone and wide colour P3
Dolby Vision and HDR10

Display Enhancements

6.7-inch Super Retina XDR OLED
2796×1290 at 460 ppi
Dynamic Island
2000 nits peak outdoor brightness
True Tone and wide colour P3
Dolby Vision and HDR10

Apple iPhone 16 Plus: Big Screen, Big Features

The Apple iPhone 16 Plus is a perfect blend of expansive display, powerful performance, and sleek design. Positioned as the ideal choice for users who love a larger screen without the full Pro price tag, the iPhone 16 Plus is designed for immersive entertainment, everyday productivity, and seamless connectivity. Below is a detailed, SEO-optimized description of its features and specifications.

1. Bold and Beautiful Display

Large Super Retina XDR Display: Features a stunning 6.7-inch OLED screen for vibrant colors, deep blacks, and true-to-life visuals.

Enhanced Brightness: Exceptional brightness ensures excellent visibility in all lighting conditions, including direct sunlight.

Immersive Experience: Perfect for streaming, gaming, and reading, with ample screen space for multitasking.

Durability: Protected by Ceramic Shield , making it resistant to scratches and drops.

Chip Performance
The A18's 3nm architecture in the Plus's large battery chassis delivered outstanding performance and the longest endurance among A18-powered iPhones.
Performance Improvements

A18 chip (3nm)
Full Apple Intelligence support
5-core GPU with hardware ray tracing
4K 120fps encode engine
Enhanced Neural Engine
Best battery among A18 standard iPhones

Camera System
The complete iPhone 16 camera system — 48MP main, Spatial video, Camera Control, and 4K 120fps — delivered the full new camera experience in the large-screen Plus.
Main Camera Features

48MP main camera f/1.6 sensor-shift OIS
12MP Ultra Wide with autofocus
Vertical layout for Spatial video
Camera Control
4K 120fps video
Photonic Engine + Smart HDR 5

Main Camera Features

48MP main camera f/1.6 sensor-shift OIS
12MP Ultra Wide with autofocus
Vertical layout for Spatial video
Camera Control
4K 120fps video
Photonic Engine + Smart HDR 5

3. Dual-Camera Excellence

Dual-Lens System: Equipped with a 48MP main camera and a 12MP ultra-wide lens for versatile photography.

Cinematic Features: Supports 4K video recording with Dolby Vision for stunning clarity and detail.

Night Mode: Advanced low-light performance for capturing incredible shots, even in the dark.

Smart HDR 6: Ensures perfect lighting and vibrant colors in every photo.

Professional Photography Features
Camera Control's half-press to focus and swipe controls provided an intuitive physical interface for photography, while Visual Intelligence transformed the camera into an intelligent window on the world.
Photography Modes

Portrait Mode
Night Mode
Photographic Styles
Spatial photos
Macro photography
Camera Control quick launch

Battery Life & Charging
The iPhone 16 Plus delivered up to 27 hours of video playback — one of the best in any iPhone — with the A18's 3nm efficiency in a large battery chassis.
Charging Features

USB-C
MagSafe Qi2 15W
Fast 20W wired charging
Optimised battery charging
Emergency SOS via Satellite

Battery Improvements

Up to 27 hours video playback
A18 3nm efficiency in large chassis
Multi-day use for average users
4K 120fps power management
Intelligent background optimisation

Battery Improvements

Up to 27 hours video playback
A18 3nm efficiency in large chassis
Multi-day use for average users
4K 120fps power management
Intelligent background optimisation

4. Long-Lasting Battery Life

All-Day Power: Designed for users who are always on the go, offering up to 26 hours of video playback .

Fast and Flexible Charging: Supports fast charging , MagSafe , and Qi2 wireless charging for added convenience.

USB-C Port: Updated to USB-C, enabling faster data transfer and compatibility with a range of accessories.

iOS Experience
iOS 18 customisation and Apple Intelligence were especially impactful on the large 6.7-inch display of the iPhone 16 Plus.
iOS Features

Full Apple Intelligence suite
Home screen icon tinting
Lock Screen shortcuts
Customisable Control Centre
RCS messaging
Passwords app
Personal Siri with context

iOS Features

Full Apple Intelligence suite
Home screen icon tinting
Lock Screen shortcuts
Customisable Control Centre
RCS messaging
Passwords app
Personal Siri with context

5. Software and Features

iOS 18: Comes with Apple’s latest operating system, featuring customizable widgets, improved Siri, and seamless app interactions.

Dynamic Island: Integrates notifications and live activities for a more intuitive user experience.

Enhanced Privacy: Advanced security features protect your personal data, ensuring peace of mind.

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Detailed Specifications:

iPhone 16 Plus — Full Technical Specifications

Network
Technology
GSM / CDMA / HSPA / LTE / 5G

Launch
Announced
2024, September 09

Status
Available. Released 2024, September 20

Body
Dimensions
160.9 x 77.8 x 7.8 mm (6.34 x 3.06 x 0.31 in)

Weight
203 g (7.16 oz)

Build
Ceramic Shield glass front (2024 gen), colour-infused matte glass back, aluminium frame

SIM
Nano-SIM + eSIM / Dual eSIM (USA)

IP68 (up to 6m for 30 min), Emergency SOS via satellite, Crash Detection, Camera Control, Action Button

Display
Type
Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 1000 nits (typ), 2000 nits (HBM)

Size
6.69 inches, 115.1 cm² (~89.8% screen-to-body ratio)

Resolution
1290 x 2796 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density)

Protection
Ceramic Shield glass (2024 gen)

Dynamic Island, True Tone, Wide colour (P3)

Platform
OS
iOS 18

Chipset
Apple A18 (3 nm)

CPU
Hexa-core (2×4.05 GHz + 4×2.42 GHz)

GPU
Apple GPU (5-core graphics, hardware ray tracing)

Memory
Card slot
No

Internal
128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM

NVMe

Main Camera
Dual
48 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OISn12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm (ultrawide), 1/2.6", PDAF, autofocus

Features
Dual-LED dual-tone flash, Photonic Engine, Night Mode, Photographic Styles, Smart HDR 5, spatial photos

Video
4K@24/25/30/60/120fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120/240fps, Cinematic Mode 4K@30fps, Dolby Vision HDR, spatial video, stereo sound rec.

Selfie Camera
Single
12 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), PDAF, OIS, SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor)

Features
HDR, Night Mode, Dolby Vision HDR, Cinematic Mode

Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps, 1080p@25/30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS

Sound
Loudspeaker
Yes, with stereo speakers

3.5mm jack
No

Comms
WLAN
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot

Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE

Positioning
GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS

NFC
Yes

Radio
No

USB
USB Type-C 2.0, DisplayPort

Features
Sensors
Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Ultra Wideband (UWB) gen2, MagSafe (up to 25W), Qi2 (up to 15W), Emergency SOS via satellite, Crash Detection, Camera Control, Action Button, Apple Intelligence

Battery
Type
Li-Ion 4006 mAh, non-removable

Charging
Wired 25W / 25W MagSafe / 15W Qi2 / 7.5W Qi wireless

Misc
Colors
Ultramarine, Teal, Pink, White, Black

Models
A3294, A3295, A3296, A3297

Tests
Performance
AnTuTu: ~1625000 GeekBench: ~3310 / ~8190

Battery
Active use: ~27h

Conclusion
The Apple iPhone 16 Plus delivered Camera Control, Apple Intelligence, 4K 120fps video, Spatial video, and the A18 chip in the most battery-capable standard iPhone package — with up to 27 hours of video playback. For users who wanted the largest screen and longest battery life at a standard iPhone price, the 16 Plus was the clear choice.

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