iPhone 17e Expected to Launch in Early 2026: What to Expect
Apple is likely to continue its new āeā series with the iPhone 17e, expected to debut in early 2026 as the successor to the iPhone 16e. While the iPhone 17 lineup is set to launch later in 2025, reports suggest the company is planning to make the mid-range āeā model an annual fixture.
Earlier this year, Apple replaced the iPhone SE with the iPhone 16e, introducing a new naming strategy. The 17e is expected to follow a similar release timelineāaround March or April 2026.
According to recent leaks, the iPhone 17e wonāt bring major design overhauls. Itās likely to retain the single 48MP rear camera, a front notch (without the Dynamic Island), and Face ID as the primary biometric feature. A minor battery upgrade may be included, but other hardware changes will be limited.
These modest updates could help Apple keep the pricing steady. The iPhone 16e is currently priced at ā¹60,000 in India, a competitive segment filled with premium older iPhones sold online at similar rates. With growing interest in the new āeā series globally, Apple seems committed to expanding its mid-range iPhone strategy.
