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March 2, 2026
Apple bakes in AI smarts into its new $599 iPhone 17e
The base model comes with 256 GB of storage, which Apple says is twice the entry storage from the previous generation at the same starting price.
TL;DR
- The iPhone 17e is priced at $599 and will be available on March 11.
- It features the A19 chip and supports Apple Intelligence.
- Comes with 256 GB of storage, double the previous generation.
- Includes MagSafe and Qi2 for wireless charging up to 15W.
- Equipped with the C1X cellular modem, up to twice as fast and 30% more energy-efficient than the C1 modem.
- Features a 48-megapixel camera with Fusion camera for 2x optical-quality Telephoto.
- Supports 4K video recording with Dolby Vision up to 60 fps and Spatial Audio.
- Rated IP68 for dust and water resistance, with a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display protected by Ceramic Shield 2.
- Includes Emergency SOS via satellite, Roadside Assistance, and Find My.
- Constructed with 30% recycled content, including recycled aluminum and cobalt.
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