Archive · 27 Jan 2026
iPhone 17e Expected in Early 2026
Apple is planning to release the iPhone 17e in early 2026.
This phone will be more affordable but will have some features from the more expensive iPhone 17 models.
It will have a 6.1-inch screen and might look similar to the iPhone 16e.
The iPhone 17e will likely have a new A19 chip, which might be slightly slower to keep the price lower.
It will have one main camera and a front camera for selfies.
The phone might also support MagSafe for faster wireless charging.
Apple might use a new modem for better performance.
The announcement might be made through a press release instead of a big event.
Apple is expected to launch the iPhone 17e in early 2026, likely in February.
The iPhone 17e will retain a 6.1-inch display and a similar design to the iPhone 16e, with a possible shift from the notch to Dynamic Island.
The phone is rumored to run on the A19 chip, potentially with some differences to manage cost, and will have 8GB of RAM.
The iPhone 17e is expected to keep a single 48-megapixel rear camera and a 12-megapixel front camera.
The phone may support MagSafe for faster wireless charging and use Apple's C1X modem for improved efficiency and performance.
- Who
- Apple
- What
- Launch of iPhone 17e
- When
- Early 2026, likely February
- Where
- Global market
- Why
- To continue offering an affordable iPhone option with select features from higher-end models
- Expected Launch
- Early 2026, likely February
- Display Size
- 6.1-inch
- Processor
- A19 chip (potentially downclocked)
- RAM
- 8GB
- Rear Camera
- Single 48-megapixel wide
- Front Camera
- 12-megapixel
- Wireless Charging
- MagSafe support expected
- Modem
- C1X modem
