iPhone 17e is coming soonwhich represents an update to Apple’s most affordable iPhone model. A new rumor today offers a closer look at the device, detailing all the specs and design changes along the way.
iPhone 17e specs and features
The rumor comes from Jon Prosser, who is currently being sued by Apple for misappropriation of trade secrets.
In one video posted on YouTube Today, Prosser describes what to expect from the iPhone 17e:
- A refreshed design that replaces the cutout with a dynamic island. Prosser, however, says he’s “not 100%” on this aspect of the design.
- 60 Hz display
- C1X modem
- 4000 mAh battery, compatible with iPhone 16e
- An improved 18MP front-facing camera with Center Stage support, matching the iPhone 17 lineup. By comparison, the iPhone 16e features a 12MP selfie camera.
- The same 48MP rear camera as the iPhone 16e, but with better low-light performance
- Black and white color options, but Apple has also tested a lavender option that may or may not have made the cut. iPhone 16e is only available in black and white.
- Powered by an integrated version of the A19 chip, so it may not be as powerful as the A19 chip in the iPhone 17.
- 8 GB of RAM
- Support for MagSafe charging
- Starting at $599 for 256GB of storage. The iPhone 16e starts at $599 for 128GB of storage.
Many of these specifications corroborate previous reports about the iPhone 17e from sources including Ming-Chi Kuo, Jeff Pu and Mark Gurman. If all this pans out, the iPhone 17e represents a small but necessary improvement over its predecessor. More importantly, I’m relieved that Apple is adding MagSafe to the iPhone 17e. I think this was the dumbest compromise of the iPhone 16e by a wide margin.
The iPhone 17e could be unveiled next week. What do you think about today’s rumored device? Tell us below in the comments.
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