iPhone 17e Launched With A19 Chip at $599 — Apple's Budget Powerhouse
Apple's iPhone 17e launched with A19 chip at a $599 price point.
Aditya Raj
June 30, 2026
Apple launched the iPhone 17e at $599 featuring the flagship A19 chip, a 6.1-inch OLED display, and a 48MP camera. It brings Apple Intelligence support to the budget segment while omitting MagSafe and the ultra-wide lens to differentiate from premium models.
The device ships with USB-C port and Face ID, but notably omits MagSafe and the ultra-wide camera to differentiate it from the higher-end models. Pre-orders begin this Friday with shipments starting next week."By putting the A19 chip at $599, Apple is sending a clear signal that even its budget phone should deliver flagship-level performance."
— Tech analyst Carolina Milanesi
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Key Takeaways
- 1iPhone 17e starts at $599 with the same A19 chip as the iPhone 17 Pro
- 2Features a 6.1-inch OLED display with 60Hz refresh rate
- 3Single 48MP rear camera and 12MP front camera
- 4Supports Apple Intelligence but omits MagSafe and ultra-wide camera
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the price of the iPhone 17e?
The iPhone 17e starts at $599, making it Apple's most affordable A19-powered device.
Does the iPhone 17e support MagSafe?
No, MagSafe is omitted from the iPhone 17e to differentiate it from the higher-end iPhone 17 and Pro models.
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Aditya Raj
Editor-in-Chief · TechRadar360
Senior technology journalist covering AI, cybersecurity, and the future of computing.
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