A digital blogger revealed that he had obtained some supply chain information related to the iPhone 17e. It was revealed that the new phone will feature a 6.1-inch OLED screen and continue the 60Hz low-power design of the iPhone 16, along with the "Smart Island" interface.
According to the leaked information, the iPhone 17e will be equipped with an A19 processor, a 12MP front-facing camera with 3D facial recognition technology, and a 48MP rear main camera. Furthermore, the new phone's design will undergo significant changes, but its core selling point will remain "the cheapest iPhone," continuing Apple's strategy of focusing on the entry-level market.
For reference, the iPhone 16e, with its notch design, A18 chip, and starting price of 4,499 yuan, has attracted budget-conscious consumers. A report by market research firm CIRP shows that by June 2025, the iPhone 16e will account for 11% of US market share, a significant 120% increase from the 5% market share of the previous-generation iPhone SE during the same period. This data suggests that Apple has successfully expanded into the low- and mid-range markets by adjusting its product positioning and pricing strategies, laying a solid foundation for the launch of the iPhone 17e.
Leaked information suggests the biggest change to the iPhone 17e lies in its front design. The inclusion of a smart island will bring it in line with high-end models, further enhancing the user experience. While the screen refresh rate remains at 60Hz, the performance upgrades of the A19 platform and improvements to the imaging system are expected to address some of these shortcomings.
