Apple has officially announced its latest smartphone, the iPhone 17e, following predictions from many. This new model succeeds the iPhone 16e from last year and continues Apple’s trend of offering key features at a more budget-friendly price compared to its flagship counterparts.
Priced at £599, the iPhone 17e is over £200 cheaper than the iPhone 17 and £500 less expensive than the 17 Pro. It now comes with a standard 256GB storage capacity, doubling the base storage of its predecessor.
The iPhone 17e boasts enhanced performance with the new A19 chip, a significant improvement over the A18 processor in the 16e. It also features Apple’s latest C1X cellular modem, promising faster speeds for downloads and streaming on mobile data.
Equipped with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, the iPhone 17e delivers vivid visuals and is protected by Apple’s durable Ceramic Shield glass. The device includes MagSafe, enabling faster wireless charging and easy attachment of compatible accessories like wallets and stands.
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate the 48MP Fusion camera on the iPhone 17e, which offers advanced sensor technology for improved zoom capabilities and supports 4K video recording at up to 60 frames per second.
Safety features remain a priority with emergency SOS via satellite and Crash Detection for automatic emergency service contacts in the event of a serious car accident.
The iPhone 17e will be available in black, white, and a new soft pink finish, starting at £599. Kaiann Drance, Apple’s vice president of Worldwide iPhone Product Marketing, emphasized the device’s powerful performance, enhanced features, and exceptional value for customers looking to upgrade within the iPhone 17 family.