iPhone 18e
The affordable entry to the 2026-2027 generation.
The iPhone 18e replaces the iPhone 16e in Apple's lineup, delayed to spring 2027. It will use a cost-down A20 chip, single rear camera, and a 6.1" OLED display. Targets the mid-range Android competition.
Release window
Spring 2027 (delayed from fall 2026)
Expected price
Starting at $599 (US)
What we know so far
| Chip | A20 (binned) |
| Display | 6.1" OLED, 60Hz |
| Camera | 48MP single rear, 12MP front |
| Modem | Apple C1 (reused) |
| RAM | 6GB |
| Materials | Aluminum, no titanium |
Rumors we're tracking
- Rumor: iPhone 18e keeps iPhone 14-style notch, no Dynamic IslandStatus: credibleUpdated: June 14, 2026Credible
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Detailed specs
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