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Apple Set to Launch Budget-Friendly iPhone 17e in 2026

2/8/2026

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Apple plans to launch the iPhone 17e, a budget-friendly model around $599, following the iPhone 16e.
It will use a Dynamic Island design instead of a notch.
The iPhone 17e would keep similar specs, including a 48MP camera and a 4-core GPU, with possible performance loss.
The iPhone 17e is anticipated to be announced on February 19, 2026, aligning with the iPhone 16e's launch date.

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Story summary

Apple plans to launch the iPhone 17e, a budget-friendly model around $599, following the iPhone 16e.
It will use a Dynamic Island design instead of a notch.
The iPhone 17e would keep similar specs, including a 48MP camera and a 4-core GPU, with possible performance loss.
The iPhone 17e is anticipated to be announced on February 19, 2026, aligning with the iPhone 16e's launch date.