Apple iPhone 17e specifications tipped way ahead of launch; base iPhone 18 launch might get delayed

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Apple will be launching the iPhone 17e next year and it will be the successor of the iPhone 16e. The specifications of the iPhone 17e have been leaked ahead of launch. On the other hand, another report has revealed that Apple will not be launching the iPhone 18 variant in the second half of 2026.

Specifications

According to the latest leak by Chinese microblogging ‘Tipster Digital Chat Station’ the Apple iPhone 17e will offer a 6.1-inch OLED display. The refresh rate will be 60Hz. The device will be powered by Apple A19 chip.

In terms of camera specifications, the Apple iPhone 17e will be a single 48MP camera on the back. At the front, the smartphone will offer a 12MP selfie camera. It is likely that the device will feature a ‘Smart Island design’ which the tipster might have referred to as Apple Dynamic Island. The 3D face recognition might be offered in the iPhone 17e.

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Reports have mentioned that the iPhone 17e will be unveiled in May 2026. However, Apple iPhone 16e launched in February 2025. The device is powered by A18 chip and it supports Apple Intelligence features as well as Face ID.

A report by ETNews revealed that Apple might not launch the standard iPhone 18 variant in the second half of 2026. The standard iPhone 18 model is likely to launch in 2027. The iPhone 18 Pro-series is likely to debut in September 2026. On the other hand, the iPhone 18 might launch along the iPhone 17e.

The iPhone 17 series will be launching in September 2025. It will include iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Air, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max.

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