Apple's iPhone 16e 5G surpasses iPhone 16 in most real-world speed tests

While much has been written throughout the years about Apple's cellular modem and how it would stack up versus Qualcomm, Apple's C1 modem in the iPhone 16e is no slouch when it comes to actual internet speeds.Apple's C1 modem — image credit: AppleThe iPhone 16e is the first of Apple's phones to employ its in-house, custom C1 modem. Previously, Apple had employed chips created by Qualcomm, including those in the iPhone 16 line.Ookla, a company known for measuring internet performance metrics, has offered up some data that shows how Apple's iPhone 16e is fairing against its higher-end brethren. In most real-world cases, Apple's modem is on top. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums