I don’t need the Pro version of this year’s iPhone 16, and you probably don’t either

I knew I'd get an iPhone 16 variant once Apple unveiled the 2024 iPhones, but I waited for the event to make up my mind. I want Apple Intelligence and the iPhone 16's Camera Control button. All four devices support these features. In years past, I'd go for the 6.1-inch iPhone Pro model without skipping a beat. I'd want the 256GB storage option, as that's good enough for my current needs. But the iPhone 14 Pro I'm currently rocking made me realize I can no longer justify Pro phones.

The base iPhone model is more than enough for me, and it's probably enough for you too. That's especially true for the iPhone 16 and 16 Plus. They're not just cheaper refreshes of last year's iPhone 15 Pros.

I also want an iPhone with a larger display than the usual 6.1-inch version. With all that in mind, I'll tell you that the iPhone 16 Plus is the next iPhone I'll use. This model is a great deal compared to the iPhone 16 Pro Max. The 256GB iPhone 16 Plus costs $999, which is $200 cheaper than the comparable iPhone 16 Pro Max.

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