According to analyst Jeff Pu of GF Securities, Apple's forthcoming budget iPhone 17e will reuse the C1 5G modem from the current iPhone 16e instead of incorporating newer modem technology. This cost-saving measure means the device will not feature the more advanced C1X or upcoming C2 modems. The iPhone 17e is, however, anticipated to include the same A19 chipset as the standard iPhone 17 models and an upgraded 18MP Center Stage camera.
The new model is also expected to gain the N1 wireless chip, which should provide improved power efficiency and faster peer-to-peer data transfers. This component, combined with the more efficient A19 processor, could result in slightly better battery performance than the iPhone 16e. Apple will likely retain the single rear camera and a design identical to its predecessor.
The company is not expected to alter the iPhone 17e's launch price, which should remain at 599 dollars.
The new model is also expected to gain the N1 wireless chip, which should provide improved power efficiency and faster peer-to-peer data transfers. This component, combined with the more efficient A19 processor, could result in slightly better battery performance than the iPhone 16e. Apple will likely retain the single rear camera and a design identical to its predecessor.
The company is not expected to alter the iPhone 17e's launch price, which should remain at 599 dollars.
