Apple is preparing to do something unprecedented with the affordable iPhone 17e.

VHO - The iPhone 17e is expected to address the biggest drawback of the budget iPhone line by adding MagSafe, upgrading connectivity, and approaching the design of high-end iPhones.

Apple seems to be listening to its users and is ready to fix one of the biggest shortcomings of the budget iPhone line. As the launch date draws closer, the iPhone 17e continues to appear in new rumors, suggesting it could be a significant upgrade over the iPhone 16e.

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The iPhone 17e will most likely be equipped with MagSafe.

One of the most disappointing aspects of the iPhone 16e was the lack of MagSafe – the magnetic wireless charging technology that has become standard on many high-end iPhone models. According to new leaks, Apple may address this on the iPhone 17e by integrating MagSafe directly onto the back of the device.

If this becomes true, the iPhone 17e will feature a magnetic charging system, enabling higher-power magnetic wireless charging, potentially reaching 20W or even 25W. This is a significant improvement over the non-magnetic Qi charging standard on the iPhone 16e, which only supports a maximum of 7.5W, causing inconvenience for users.

Equipped with a new modem, improving mobile connectivity.

Besides charging upgrades, the iPhone 17e is also rumored to use the C1 or C1X modem – a new modem that has appeared in recent iPhone models. The use of this new modem suggests Apple is focusing more on connectivity performance and network stability on its more affordable devices, rather than making significant compromises as before.

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Comprehensive upgrade in design and hardware.

Previous rumors also suggested that the iPhone 17e might feature a Center Stage-enabled camera and a Dynamic Island design, bringing the device closer to the standard iPhone 17 models. If this is true, the line between budget and mainstream iPhones will become increasingly blurred.

In addition, Apple is likely to equip the iPhone 17e with the A19 processor – a new chip that promises powerful performance and long battery life. With these upgrades, the iPhone 17e is not only a "budget-friendly" option, but also a worthwhile iPhone for the average user.

Fierce competition in the mid-range segment.

Expected to launch in the spring, the iPhone 17e will face fierce competition from Android rivals. OnePlus is preparing to release the OnePlus 15R, while Samsung and Google are rumored to be introducing the Galaxy A57 and Pixel 10a around the same time. This makes the mid-range segment more vibrant than ever.

Apple is "reclaiming points" with its hardware.

While iOS 26 didn't make a strong impression, Apple seems to be compensating with attractive hardware products. The iPhone 17 addressed most of the complaints related to the entry-level models, and the iPhone 17e is expected to do the same for the budget segment.

Of course, everything remains just a rumor until Apple officially announces it. However, based on the current information, the iPhone 17e shows the potential to become Apple's most affordable iPhone model in many years.

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