India, Feb. 6 -- Apple may introduce its next affordable iPhone later this month, according to a new report that sheds light on the expected launch timeline and planned updates. The device, referred to as the iPhone 17e, is tipped to arrive as the successor to the iPhone 16e. While Apple has not shared any official details, leaks suggest the company is preparing to announce the device in February 2026.

A report by German publication Macwelt, citing unnamed sources, states that Apple plans to announce the iPhone 17e on February 19. The date matches the launch anniversary of the iPhone 16e, which Apple introduced on February 19, 2025. The timing also aligns with earlier reports that suggested the new 'e' model would debut during the first ...