Apple has officially launched its highly anticipated iPhone 16 series, including the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The announcement was made during Apple’s “It’s Glowtime” event on September 9, 2024, at Apple Park, Cupertino. The iPhone 16 series comes with enhanced display sizes, advanced camera capabilities, and immersive gaming graphics, all powered by the cutting-edge A18 Pro chip.
iPhone 16 Series Features
The new iPhone 16 models bring Apple Intelligence, an advanced personal intelligence system that delivers personalized insights while maintaining strict user privacy standards. This technology, powered by Apple’s proprietary generative models, integrates seamlessly into everyday tasks, making the iPhone experience even more intuitive.
According to Greg Joswiak, Apple’s senior vice president of Worldwide Marketing, “The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, powered by the faster A18 Pro chip and Apple Intelligence, are the most advanced iPhone models we have ever built.”
Apple iPhone 16 PTA Tax in Pakistan (All Variants)
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) tax on iPhone 16 models varies based on whether users register via passport or CNIC. The iPhone 16 Pro Max has the highest PTA tax among all models. It’s important to pay the PTA tax within 30 days (for passport registration) and 60 days (for CNIC registration) to avoid any penalties.
| Model | PTA Tax on Passport (PKR) | PTA Tax on CNIC (PKR) |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iPhone 16 | 107,325 | 130,708 |
| Apple iPhone 16 Plus | 113,075 | 137,033 |
| Apple iPhone 16 Pro | 135,300 | 161,480 |
| Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max | 148,500 | 176,000 |
iPhone 16, 16 Plus Price and Availability in Pakistan
The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will be available in stunning finishes, including black titanium, natural titanium, white titanium, and desert titanium. Storage options range from 128GB to a massive 1TB. iOS 18 will also be released as a free software update on Monday, September 16, globally, including Pakistan.
iPhone 16 Series Expected Prices in Pakistan:
- iPhone 16: Approx. Rs. 339,999
- iPhone 16 Plus: Approx. Rs. 369,999
- iPhone 16 Pro: Approx. Rs. 479,999
- iPhone 16 Pro Max: Approx. Rs. 569,999
Global Availability
Apple enthusiasts in over 58 countries, including the U.S., U.K., UAE, China, and India, will be able to pre-order the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max starting Friday, September 13. These models will officially be available for sale starting September 20. In other regions such as Macao, Vietnam, and 19 additional countries, availability will begin on Friday, September 27.
With its latest iPhone 16 series, Apple continues to push the boundaries of smartphone technology, making these devices a must-have for tech lovers in Pakistan and around the world.
