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Apple’s iPhone 17e Tipped for Early 2026 With BOE‑Led 6.1-Inch OLED and Thinner Bezels

Supply‑chain reporting highlights a 60Hz LTPS display with an initial production target near 8 million units.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets citing The Elec report BOE will supply most iPhone 17e panels, with Samsung Display and LG Display also in the mix.
  • The screen is expected to be a 6.1-inch LTPS OLED with noticeably slimmer bezels, retaining a 60Hz refresh rate rather than ProMotion.
  • Leaks point to Apple’s A19 chip under the hood and a single 48-megapixel rear camera, mirroring the iPhone 16e’s setup.
  • Design specifics remain unsettled, with conflicting reports on whether Apple will adopt the Dynamic Island or keep a notch.
  • Front-camera details are disputed across sources, with some citing a 12-megapixel sensor and others indicating an 18-megapixel unit with Centre Stage-like features.