Overview

• Apple has not yet finalized plans for an iPhone 17e, leaving the future of its entry-level 'e' series uncertain.
• The iPhone 16e, launched earlier this year, replaced the SE line with a modern design and helped Apple reclaim the global smartphone crown in Q1 2025.
• Speculation suggests a potential iPhone 17e could launch in late winter or early spring 2026, mirroring the 16e's release timeline.
• Rumored upgrades for a 17e include the A19 chip and minor features from the iPhone 17 lineup, though no decisions have been confirmed.
• Reports of trial production for the iPhone 17e remain unverified, with conflicting information from industry insiders like Mark Gurman.