Apple's new iPhone 17e is a flagship for the masses
Apple just dropped the iPhone 17e, aiming to pack flagship power into a more affordable package.
Starting at $599, you get 256GB of storage, the new A19 chip, and a crisp 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, all in a sleek aluminum body.
It comes in 3 colors
The 48MP Fusion camera lets you snap sharp portraits and shoot in 4K Dolby Vision.
There's also Ceramic Shield 2 for better scratch protection, plus three color options: black, white, and soft pink.
The phone supports fast charging
With the A19 chip (up to 2x faster CPU performance than the iPhone 11), hardware-accelerated ray tracing for gaming, and Apple Intelligence features powered by a beefy Neural Engine, this phone is built for speed.
Expect up to 26 hours of video playback and quick charging: up to 50% in around 30 minutes with a 20W or higher USB-C power adapter (wired); MagSafe wireless charging is supported up to 15W but is not specified to reach 50% in 30 minutes.
Is it worth your money?
If you want Apple performance without breaking the bank, and don't mind a single rear camera or a standard 60-hertz display, the iPhone 17e is worth considering.
If top-tier cameras or smoother screens matter most to you, consider higher-tier iPhones or other phones that offer multiple rear cameras and higher refresh-rate displays.