iPhone 17e Phone Likely to Pack 6.1-inch OLED Display & A19 Chip- Apple is currently working on its iPhone 17e. However, it is an unannounced, rumoured budget-friendly smartphone from Apple and is expected to launch in February 2026. Official details have not been confirmed, but leaks suggest it will feature a 6.1-inch OLED display with a Dynamic Island and run on the A19 chip.
The phone is likely to get a single 48MP main sensor with optical image stabilization, and it may also feature around a 4000mAh battery pack with fast charging support. Here are all the features of the iPhone 17e phone mentioned below ahead of its launch, along with its expected price.
Price & Launch Timeline
As of now, Apple has not revealed any launch timeline for the iPhone 17e, but recent reports suggest that it will release in the last week of February 2026, or potentially as early as February 19, 2026. Trial production is expected to begin in January 2026. The starting price is estimated to be around ₹64,990 for the base 128GB storage variant, with higher storage options likely to cost more.
Camera Setup and Battery Pack
In the rear section of the iPhone 17e, it may get a single 48MP sensor with optical image stabilization, possibly with Centre Stage support for video calls, whereas in front it may get an upgraded 18MP or 24MP selfie camera with Centre Stage support. Apart from that, the phone is likely to bring a 4000mAh battery capacity with support for MagSafe wireless charging around 15W and wired charging via USB-C.
Display and Design
iPhone 17e phone is expected to get a 6.1-inch OLED display with a standard 60Hz refresh rate. It is not expected to be a ProMotion display, and the addition of the modern Dynamic Island design is also anticipated. The phone may feature an IP67 or IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
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Performance
The best part is it may include the same Apple A19 chip which is also in the standard iPhone 17 series. It is likely to come in configurations including 8GB of RAM with storage options of 128GB, 256GB, or even 512GB. The phone is expected to launch with iOS 16 and will support all of Apple’s latest intelligence features.