Apple opened pre-orders for the new iPhone 17e almost a week ago and the affordable iPhone is now available for purchase starting March 11. Customers can already reserve the device through the Apple Store and major e-commerce platforms.
The smartphone starts at $599 globally for the base model with 256GB of storage. This is double the base storage offered on last year’s iPhone 16e, which launched at the same price point. Notably, the new device is also $200 cheaper than the standard iPhone 17.
In India, the iPhone 17e starts at Rs. 64,900 for the base variant with 256GB of internal storage. The handset is also offered in a 512GB storage option priced at Rs. 84,900.
The smartphone will be available in three colour options, Black, Soft Pink, and White.
Customers can already pre-order the device, while official sales will begin on March 11 via Apple’s official website and authorised retailers across India.
Apple supports several payment methods for purchases including most credit and debit cards, Net Banking, UPI, and Payment on Delivery. Customers can also choose EMI payment options using eligible credit or debit cards.
During checkout, buyers can compare available instalment plans and select the one that suits them best. However, certain payment options may not be available for all products and are subject to card eligibility. Customers can also call 00800 040 1966 for more information.
Apple also offers its Apple Trade In programme, which allows customers to receive credit toward the purchase of a new device. Users simply need to answer a few questions about their current device and Apple will provide an estimated trade-in value that can be applied as instant credit during checkout.
If the device is not eligible for credit, Apple offers free recycling instead. Once the device is inspected and its condition verified, customers do not need to take any further action.
If the condition of the device differs from the information provided earlier, a revised trade-in value will be offered. Customers can then choose to accept or reject the new value before proceeding with the exchange.
Devices can also be exchanged at an Apple Store during purchase, although the trade-in value offered in-store may differ from the estimated value provided online.
Apple also offers AppleCare+, which provides priority technical support along with hardware coverage. The plan includes unlimited incidents of accidental damage protection, and coverage begins from the date of AppleCare+ purchase.
The iPhone 17e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with Ceramic Shield 2 protection on the front. Apple claims the new protection offers up to three times better scratch resistance compared to the glass used on the iPhone 16e.
The handset is powered by Apple’s latest A19 chip, which includes a six-core CPU, a four-core GPU, and a 16-core Neural Engine. It also comes with 8GB of RAM and is available in 256GB and 512GB storage options.
The phone supports up to 26 hours of video playback on a single charge. However, Apple has not disclosed the battery capacity on its website. For comparison, the standard iPhone 17 is rated for up to 30 hours of video playback.
The iPhone 17e runs on iOS 26 and supports Apple Intelligence features. Like its predecessor, the smartphone supports dual SIM functionality using Nano + eSIM.
For photography, the smartphone includes a 48-megapixel rear camera with an f/1.6 aperture and optical image stabilisation. It can capture both 24-megapixel and 48-megapixel images. Apple says the camera also offers “optical quality” 2x zoom using an in-sensor crop to produce 12-megapixel photos.
On the front, the device houses a 12-megapixel TrueDepth camera with an f/1.9 aperture. However, it does not support some advanced video features such as Action Mode and Cinematic Video that are available on the more expensive iPhone 17.
Apple has also added support for MagSafe wireless charging on the iPhone 17e, a feature that was missing on the iPhone 16e. The device supports 20W wired charging and 15W MagSafe wireless charging.
Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, NFC, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, and NavIC. The smartphone is equipped with sensors such as an accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer, and proximity sensor.
The iPhone 17e also features an IP68 rating for dust and water resistance and includes an Action Button for quick controls. It supports Face ID for biometric authentication.
In terms of size, the smartphone measures 146.7×71.5×7.8mm and weighs around 169g.
Answer. The iPhone 17e goes on sale in India starting March 11. It is priced at ₹64,900 for the 256GB model and ₹84,900 for the 512GB variant, available in Black, Soft Pink, and White.
Answer. On Amazon, buyers can get up to ₹42,250 off on exchange, ₹3,245 cashback as Amazon Pay balance, and ₹1,000 discount on HDFC cards, along with no-cost EMI. On Flipkart, exchange offers go up to ₹51,000, plus ₹3,000 extra benefits, ₹500 discount, and no-cost EMI options.
Answer. The iPhone 17e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with Ceramic Shield 2, is powered by the A19 chip with 8GB RAM, offers up to 26 hours of video playback, and includes a 48MP rear camera and 12MP front camera. It supports MagSafe wireless charging, has an IP68 rating, and runs on iOS 26 with Apple Intelligence features.
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