Description
Apple iPhone 16 A3081 128GB in Black — Wholesale A/B Stock, T-Mobile Locked
iPhone 16 is Apple's 2024 6.1-inch iPhone, running the A18 chip with 8GB of RAM behind a Super Retina XDR OLED display with the Dynamic Island, and it supports Apple Intelligence. Its advanced dual-camera system pairs a 48MP Fusion Main camera, which also delivers a 12MP 2x Telephoto view, with a 12MP Ultra Wide camera that handles macro shots, controlled in part by the new Camera Control. Apple rates the battery for up to 22 hours of video playback, with USB-C fast charging and MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W. The aluminum design uses a Ceramic Shield front, a color-infused glass back, and a customizable Action button. Apple does not publish a fixed update commitment; recent iPhones have received major iOS upgrades for six or more years. This lot is model A3081, the United States and Puerto Rico variant, in 128GB and Black, locked to T-Mobile and graded A/B Stock.
The A18 chip and Apple Intelligence support give a 2024 iPhone a long runway on current iOS releases, and Apple lists iPhone 16 as compatible with iOS 27. Wi-Fi 7, USB-C, and IP68 sealing suit mixed office and field use, and USB-C lets the fleet share chargers and cables with current laptops, tablets, and accessories. The A/B grade trades a small amount of cosmetic variation for a lower cost per unit than single-grade stock, which works well for programs that case devices on issue. Because units are T-Mobile locked, the lot fits most directly into programs already running on T-Mobile service.
Lot Condition and Ordering
- Model number: A3081 (United States and Puerto Rico variant)
- Storage: 128GB
- Color: Black
- Condition: A/B Stock (mix of Grade A minimal wear and Grade B light to moderate cosmetic wear on frame or back; fully functional and tested)
- Carrier status: Locked to T-Mobile
- Network capability: 5G sub-6 GHz and mmWave (US bands)
- SIM: Dual eSIM only (no SIM tray)
A/B Stock: Mix of Grade A (minimal wear) and Grade B (light to moderate cosmetic wear on frame or back). Fully functional and tested. Grade mix, battery health threshold, and accessory or packaging inclusion are confirmed at quotation.
This lot is locked to T-Mobile. Units activate only on T-Mobile or T-Mobile-based plans. Unlock eligibility is governed by T-Mobile's device unlock policy and is not guaranteed for this lot. Confirm activation eligibility and network requirements with T-Mobile before deployment.
Enterprise Deployment and Management
iPhone deploys through Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager with Automated Device Enrollment and supervised mode, and is managed in Microsoft Intune, Jamf, Workspace ONE, Kandji, and other Apple-compatible MDM platforms. Units not purchased from Apple or an Apple Authorized Reseller are added to Apple Business Manager with Apple Configurator for iPhone, after which they enroll during setup. Confirm Activation Lock status before enrollment, because a unit still tied to a previous owner's Apple Account cannot be activated or supervised. On-device specifications are listed in the Technical Specifications below.
Technical Specifications
- OS: Shipped with iOS 18; upgradable to iOS 27 (listed on Apple's iOS 27 compatibility page); supports Apple Intelligence
- Processor: A18 chip: 6-core CPU (2 performance and 4 efficiency cores), 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
- Memory: 8GB RAM (GSMArena; Apple does not publish RAM)
- Storage Expansion: 128GB internal storage; no memory card slot
- Display: 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR (OLED), 2556 x 1179 at 460 ppi; Dynamic Island; HDR, True Tone, Wide color (P3), Haptic Touch; 2,000,000:1 contrast; 1000 nits typical, 1600 nits peak (HDR), 2000 nits peak (outdoor), down to 1 nit; Ceramic Shield front
- Rear Camera(s): Advanced dual-camera system: 48MP Fusion Main 26 mm f/1.6 with sensor-shift OIS (also enables 12MP 2x Telephoto at 52 mm); 12MP Ultra Wide 13 mm f/2.2 with 120° field of view and macro photography; 2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out (4x optical zoom range), digital zoom up to 10x; 4K Dolby Vision video at up to 60 fps; spatial video at 1080p 30 fps; Camera Control
- Front Camera: 12MP TrueDepth camera, f/1.9 with autofocus; Photonic Engine; 4K Dolby Vision video at up to 60 fps; Cinematic mode up to 4K Dolby Vision at 30 fps
- Battery: Approximately 3,561mAh (manufacturer does not publish capacity; figure from GSMArena); Apple rates up to 22 hours video playback, 18 hours streamed video, 80 hours audio
- Charging: Fast charge to 50% in around 30 minutes with a 20W adapter or higher over USB-C, or a 30W adapter or higher with MagSafe Charger (both sold separately); MagSafe wireless charging up to 25W with a 30W adapter; Qi2 wireless charging up to 25W
- Connectivity: 5G (sub-6 GHz and mmWave, n258/n260/n261) with 4x4 MIMO; Gigabit LTE with 4x4 MIMO; Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) 2x2 MIMO; Bluetooth 5.3; second-generation Ultra Wideband chip; Thread; NFC with reader mode and Express Cards with power reserve; USB-C with USB 2 (up to 480Mb/s) and DisplayPort; Dual eSIM (not compatible with physical SIM cards)
- Build and Durability: Aluminum design with Ceramic Shield front and color-infused glass back; IP68 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes) under IEC standard 60529; Action button, Camera Control, side button, volume buttons
- Security and Biometrics: Face ID via the TrueDepth camera; Crash Detection; Emergency SOS, Roadside Assistance, Messages, and Find My via satellite
- Dimensions: 147.6 x 71.6 x 7.80 mm (5.81 x 2.82 x 0.31 in)
- Weight: 170 g (6.00 oz)
- Colors: Black, White, Pink, Teal, Ultramarine
Who Buys This Lot
TodaysCloseout supplies this lot to IT procurement teams, government and education purchasers, healthcare device programs, resellers, and refurbishers sourcing documented Apple inventory at wholesale volume. As A/B Stock, the lot suits general staff issue, loaner and spares pools, and resale where light cosmetic variation is acceptable.
Wholesale Ordering with TodaysCloseout
Current allocation and volume pricing tiers are confirmed at quotation. Sign in with a TodaysCloseout wholesale account to view live pricing and place an order; our team can consolidate this lot with other inventory in the same shipment. Every TodaysCloseout lot ships with the documented SKU, grade, and carrier status shown above.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What does A/B Stock mean for this lot?
A: A/B Stock: Mix of Grade A (minimal wear) and Grade B (light to moderate cosmetic wear on frame or back). Fully functional and tested. Grade mix, battery health threshold, and accessory or packaging inclusion are confirmed at quotation.
Q: What is the carrier status, and can the units be unlocked?
A: Units are T-Mobile locked and work only with T-Mobile service or plans that run on T-Mobile's network. Whether an individual unit can be unlocked depends on T-Mobile's current unlock policy and that device's account history, so TodaysCloseout does not guarantee unlocking; check requirements with T-Mobile before you plan activations.
Q: Is iPhone 16 A3081 5G-capable on T-Mobile?
A: Yes. A3081 is Apple's US model and supports both sub-6 GHz 5G and mmWave, including n41 and n71, the bands behind much of T-Mobile's 5G coverage. Real-world 5G speed and availability depend on T-Mobile coverage and the plan on each line.
Q: Does iPhone 16 A3081 take a physical SIM?
A: No. US iPhone 16 models have no SIM tray and activate by eSIM only; they hold two active eSIMs and store eight or more. Arrange eSIM activation or transfer with T-Mobile and plan the provisioning method before units are issued.
Q: Are the units clear of Activation Lock?
A: Activation Lock status for this lot is confirmed at quotation. A unit still bound to a previous Apple Account cannot be activated or enrolled in MDM until the lock is removed by that account holder, so verify each unit on intake.
Q: What battery health can I expect?
A: The battery health threshold for this lot is confirmed at quotation. iOS reports each unit's battery Maximum Capacity in Settings > Battery, so capacity can be checked during intake or before issue.
Q: How long will these units receive software updates?
A: Apple lists iPhone 16 as compatible with iOS 27, the current major release. Apple does not announce end-of-support dates in advance, so compatibility with later versions is confirmed only when each new iOS release is announced.
Q: Can these units be managed in our MDM?
A: Yes. Once Activation Lock is clear and the units are assigned in Apple Business Manager or Apple School Manager, they enroll for supervised management in any Apple-compatible MDM.
Q: Can this lot ship with other inventory?
A: Yes. List the additional SKUs when you request a quotation and TodaysCloseout will combine them with this lot in a single shipment.
Q: How do I order?
A: Request a quotation for current allocation, or sign in to your TodaysCloseout wholesale account to see live pricing and check out.
