This past spring, Apple made a significant move by officially rolling out the iPhone 16e, priced starting at 4,499 yuan. In a subtle yet telling gesture, the tech giant simultaneously removed the iPhone SE from its official website. This strategic action strongly suggests that Apple's e-series is poised to take over from the SE series as the company's new product line.
Following Apple's well-established release pattern, it's anticipated that an updated version of the iPhone 16e, namely the iPhone 17e, will make its debut next spring. According to a recent leak from the well-known blogger Dingjiao Digital, the iPhone 17e has already commenced mass production and is expected to hit the market in spring 2026, aligning with Apple's typical product launch timeline.
