I liked the iPhone 16e until it broke my playlists

Ryan Haines / Android Authority In theory, the iPhone 16e is a fun little device. It combines a simple design with a streamlined spec sheet yet makes enough room for Apple’s latest chipset and updated Apple Intelligence features. On paper, it’s everything you need from an iPhone, even if it makes a little bit less sense to spend your money on than the more flexible Pixel 9a or Galaxy S24 FE. Overall, I enjoyed my time with the iPhone 16e — right up until I realized I couldn’t really listen to music on it. Here’s what went wrong. Have you noticed any Bluetooth stuttering on your iPhone 16e? 4 votes Yes 75 % No 25 % Life is tough outside of Apple’s walled garden Ryan Haines / Android Authority For the first week or so that I had my iPhone 16e, I didn’t realize anything was wrong. I spent most of my time with the phone paired to my trusty Garmin Instinct 3 AMOLED and nothing else. As a mostly social runner, the bulk of my weekly miles add up without headphones or music playing, so th ... Read full article.