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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Apple Unveils Lower-Priced iPhone 17e to Drive Sales and Boost AI Adoption
Caption: Apple Unveils Lower-Priced iPhone 17e to Drive Sales and Boost AI Adoption. Apple has introduced the iPhone 17e, a more affordable addition to its flagship lineup aimed at strengthening iPhone sales. Starting at $599, the new model offers the same processor as the iPhone 17 but features a smaller display, a single rear camera and no Dynamic Island interface. The device will be available from 11 March and comes in black, white and pink, with expanded storage options. Apple has moved toward more frequent updates of its budget models, following last year’s iPhone 16e release. The launch suggests growing demand for lower-priced iPhones, particularly after a lukewarm response to the iPhone Air. Strong iPhone 17 sales helped Apple exceed revenue expectations in late 2025, easing concerns about its position in the AI race. Chief executive Tim Cook described demand as “staggering,” highlighting record upgrades and rising numbers of Android users switching to iPhone. The iPhone 17e may also expand access to Apple Intelligence features for customers using older devices. However, the broader smartphone market faces pressure from an AI-driven memory shortage, with global shipments forecast to decline. Apple is preparing for a busy year ahead, with a revamped AI-powered Siri, a potential foldable iPhone and a new iPad Air also on the horizon. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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