First iPhone 18e specs leak point towards a disappointing upgrade for Apple's next low-cost iPhone
iPhone 18e could come with a 60Hz screen again, because those cost savings certainly aren't coming from the memory.
In early 2027, Apple may launch the iPhone 18 and the iPhone 18e simultaneously, according to rumors. While the standard iPhone 18 remains a mystery, the low-cost iPhone 18e has leaked specs, revealing a disappointing upgrade. The 6.12-inch OLED display maintains a 60Hz refresh rate, a step back from the adaptive 1-120Hz rates found in other non-Pro iPhones.
Powered by the A20 chip, the iPhone 18e houses a single 48MP rear camera and a potentially upgraded 24MP front camera. Despite the display downgrade, the cost-saving measures may be necessary. The phone's RAM is rumored to be 9GB, though it falls short of the 12GB needed for the latest on-device AI features. The 18MP front camera upgrade, while intriguing, could remain a feature reserved for the standard iPhone 18.
Apple's launch window for both phones remains uncertain, but the iPhone 17e's February 2027 debut suggests a similar timeline for the upcoming devices.
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