There is a lot of leaks about the iPhone 17E, and this phone could come next year as a bigger version of the iPhone 16E. Everyone is excited to know what Apple’s new product will be like. Let’s see what all has been revealed in the leaks, and what this phone is going to bring. No nonsense, just the real thing!
Design: A little new look, but the same vibe
The iPhone 17E will see a big change – Dynamic Island! Yes, the old notch of the iPhone 16E will no longer be there. Now you will get that sleek Dynamic Island, which started with iPhone 14 Pro. There will be a few new things in the design, but not much will change. The overall look of the phone will give the same premium Apple feel, but do not expect any major overhaul. This phone will remain compact and clean, like Apple’s budget phones.
Camera: Same Single Lens, No Drama
Apple seems to be a little hesitant in terms of camera. iPhone 17E will only get a single 48MP rear camera, the same which was in iPhone 16E. No dual or triple setup, just a solid lens. There will also be Face ID along with 12MP front camera. Photos will be sharp and clear, but no major upgrade is visible. It will perform well in low light and the video will also be decent. But if you want a pro-level camera, you may have to look at the Pro models.
Performance: A19 Chip Power
The heart of this phone is the A19 chip, which is one step ahead of the A18 in the iPhone 16E. This chip will be built on TSMC’s 3nm process, so there will be a slight increase in speed and efficiency. This will be very smooth for daily use, apps, and light gaming. But how it will perform in heavy tasks or long gaming sessions remains to be seen. 8GB of RAM is expected, which is enough for a budget phone. With iOS 19 or iOS 20, this phone will be future-proof.
Display: Same 60Hz, No Surprise
There is no big bang in terms of display. You will get a 6.1-inch OLED display, which will be sharp and vibrant, but will be stuck at 60Hz refresh rate. Now it feels a bit old when competitors are offering 120Hz. The display experience will be slightly better with Dynamic Island, but there can be a slight drawback for smooth scrolling. Outdoor brightness and colors will be top-notch according to Apple.
Production: iPhone made in India
A big news is that the mass production of iPhone 17 has started in India! This phone is being made at Foxconn’s facility near Bengaluru, which is the second largest in the world outside China. There is an investment of 25,000 crore in this facility, so that’s a big thing! Production is also going on in Chennai. Apple is making India its manufacturing hub, which will also work for US-bound phones. This happened last year for the iPhone 16 as well, and now it has become a trend.
Bonus Gossip: What about iPhone 18?
According to another leak, next year only the Pro models will probably be launched in the iPhone 18 series. The standard iPhone 18 could be delayed by one more year. This is a bit strange, but Apple’s plans are difficult to understand anyway. For now the focus is on iPhone 17 and 17E, so that’s all.
Conclusion
iPhone 17E is going to be a budget-friendly iPhone, which will bring Dynamic Island, A19 chip, and a solid single camera. But the 60Hz refresh rate and single camera give a bit of an old vibe. Production has started in India, which is a big thing. If you like the Apple brand and want a compact, reliable phone, then this is a fine option.
But if you want a 120Hz or better camera, then there may be some problem. Tell me in the comment, how did you like this phone, and will you wait for it?
