Overview
- Apple added the iPhone 16e to its U.S. certified refurbished storefront on Tuesday, June 30, and listed the model in Canada by Wednesday, July 1.
- Refurbished prices in the U.S. start at $419 for 128GB with 256GB and 512GB versions at $509 and $679, while Canada shows the 128GB model at $629 CAD.
- Apple’s certified refurbished units are unlocked, fitted with new batteries and outer shells, packaged with original cables and manuals, and carry the same one-year limited warranty with AppleCare+ available.
- The 16e is cheaper than the current iPhone 17e but lacks MagSafe, uses an older A18 chip and a slower C1 modem, and starts at 128GB instead of 256GB, which reduces performance and feature parity with the newer model.
- Refurb stock is limited so availability may be short, and the listings could give buyers a lower-cost option if Apple raises iPhone prices later this year.