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Not tempted by the iPhone 17? The iPhone 16 just got a price drop.
Apple iPhone 17
Apple iPhone 16 (128GB)
Apple iPhone 16 Plus (128GB)
Apple iPhone Air (256GB)
As expected, Apple announced the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max models during its not-quite-so ‘Awe Dropping’ event. The new iPhone lineup comes with tons of updates, including a bump in specs, 120 Hz displays across the lineup, and one extremely eye-catching shade of orange. Even better, the new iPhones arrived without significant price increases, which isn't always the case in the tariff era.
However, while the eyes of the tech world were on the iPhone 17, some of last year's iPhone 16 models received a price drop at the Apple store.
Judging by the internet's instant reaction, a lot of people are disappointed by the iPhone 17. So, if you've been eagerly awaiting the iPhone launch event so you could finally upgrade your smartphone, then the iPhone 16 just got a lot more attractive.
Apple lowers prices on the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus
Here are the updated prices for the iPhone 16 line:
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iPhone 16 – $699 (was $799)
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iPhone 16 Plus – $799 (was $899)
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iPhone 16 Pro – $999
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iPhone 16 Pro Max – $1,199
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iPhone 16e – $599
Sadly, the price drops are reserved for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus. All of the prices shown are for the starter 128GB models except for the iPhone 16 Pro Max, which starts with 256GB of storage.
Now, let’s take a look at the base pricing for the iPhone 17:
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iPhone 17 – $799
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iPhone 17 Pro – $1,099
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iPhone 17 Pro Max – $1,199
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iPhone 17 Air – $999
Interestingly, the iPhone 17 and iPhone 16 both launched with a $799 price, but the iPhone 17 starts with 256GB of storage, so you're actually getting double the storage for the same price.
This year, there's no iPhone 17 Plus, and the new ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air is $100 more than the Plus from 2024. Lastly, while it looks like the iPhone 17 Pro Max arrived with a price increase of $100, that's not technically true. This year, Apple eliminated the 128GB version of the Pro Max, and with greater memory comes greater pricing. The 256GB version of the iPhone 16 Pro Max costs the same as the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
The most interesting price, however, is for the iPhone 17 Air. It shares the A19 Pro chip with the iPhone 17 Pro models, and despite having Pro-level specs (though not Pro-level cameras), its $999 price tag is surprisingly appealing.
What do you lose if you stick with the iPhone 16?
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The iPhone 17 does have some worthwhile upgrades, particularly the base model. All of the new iPhones now come with 120 Hz displays, a feature that was reserved for most Android phones and the higher-tier Pro models until this year. The iPhone 17 gets the new A19 chip, and the Pro models get the A19 Pro, which Apple promises offers better performance. (Apple says it's the fastest mobile phone processor ever constructed.)
Included also with these new iPhones is a return to aluminum, a 3,000-nit screen with Apple’s Ceramic Shield 2, and significant camera upgrades. If you're serious about photography, you'll lose out on the new 18-megapixel Center Stage front camera on the iPhone 17. The flagship models also offer better cameras, with three 48-megapixel cameras on the back.
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Bad Bunnys halftime show sparked emotional reactions across the Americas. See the heartwarming videos now.
During Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show, millions of viewers experienced the performance together — cheering in living rooms, filming on their phones, and reacting in real time. But for those of Latin American descent, hearing their home countries named out loud during Benito's grand finale made the moment especially meaningful.
In his closing act, Bad Bunny transformed the stage into a celebration of the Americas. Dancers carried flags from countries across North, Central, and South America, while a massive screen behind him flashed messages like "The only thing more powerful than hate is love." He capped the roll call of nations with a declaration that "together, we are America," framing the finale as a moment of shared identity and joy.
For those watching at home, the emotion didn't end when the music stopped. Viewers immediately took to social media to document their reactions, sharing clips of their friends and families cheering, hugging, and erupting with pride when their countries were named — turning a televised performance into a collective celebration.
Together, these clips formed a digital mosaic of diaspora, stitched from small, intimate moments across phone screens and time zones. Each video captured the same feeling: that for a few minutes, home — wherever it was — didn't feel so far away.
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Best last-minute deals on Valentines Day flowers so far — you have way more options than plain roses
The Bouqs Co.
1-800-Flowers
Urban Stems
Unless your recipient has explicitly expressed their disdain for receiving flowers (we all know at least one hater), you really can't go wrong with surprising someone with fresh blooms for Valentine's Day. Not when there are so many opportunities to pick out a truly unique bouquet that fits his or her tastes: Most of the best flower delivery services are offering great last-minute Valentine's Day deals on flower deliveries, saving you 25% to 50% on a gift for the upcoming romantic weekend.
1-800-Flowers is your go-to spot for a classic bouquet of roses on a budget, while The Bouqs Co. and Urban Stems have elevated takes on traditional arrangements that aren't like anything you'd walk past in the grocery store. A majority of bouquets on sale can be delivered by Saturday, Feb. 14 (check the earliest possible delivery date for each). Either way, you're bound to find some pretty stems that scream "them" — so while the timing itself is rushed, the flowers they receive don't have to feel like an afterthought.
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SAVE $30: As of Feb. 10, the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 is on sale for just $69.99 at Amazon. That's 30% off its list price of $99.99.
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Mashable's shopping team has spent quite a bit of time with Ultimate Ears Bluetooth speakers and we're big fans. We love the Hyperboom and Epicboom, but the itty bitty Wonderboom is one of our absolute favorites. If you're in the market for a portable Bluetooth speaker, we highly recommend this tiny powerhouse — especially when it's on sale.
As of Feb. 10, the Ultimate Ears Wonderboom 4 is down to just $69.99 at Amazon. That's 30% off its list price of $99.99 and just 10 bucks shy of its best-ever price from Black Friday.
Our favorite sub-$100 Bluetooth speaker, the Wonderboom 4 fits in the palm of your hand but offers surprisingly balanced and powerful sound. As Shopping Reporter Bethany Allard noted in our roundup, "the sound profile is well-rounded and can get loud."
It can last up to 14 hours on a full charge, handles drops from up to five feet like a champ, and can be submerged in water for up to half an hour. We do wish it offered a companion app to customize the sound profile, but for a ultra-portable no-frills speaker, it's an excellent value.
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