Apple announced Monday a lower-priced version of the iPhone 17, expanding its smartphone lineup as it relies on its blockbuster product to stave off concerns the company is falling behind in artificial intelligence.
The iPhone 17e, which starts at $599, is a pared-back version of the pricier iPhone 17. The phone has the same processor but a slightly smaller screen. It also has one camera instead of two and lacks the Dynamic Island bar for showing information from apps. The device launches March 11.
Apple doesn’t typically release new versions of its cheaper phones every year as it does its pricier iPhones. But this follows