Apple begins big week with iPhone 17e and M4 iPad Air unveiling
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Apple Introduces iPhone 17e and New iPad Air with M4 Chip
CUPERTINO, CALIFORNIA — Apple today announced the new iPhone 17e, a powerful and more affordable addition to the iPhone 17 family, and a redesigned iPad Air, now supercharged by the M4 chip. This launch marks the beginning of a significant week of hardware updates focused on bringing Apple Intelligence and peak performance to more users than ever.
iPhone 17e: Incredible Value, Advanced Performance
The iPhone 17e delivers a massive leap (I actually agree with you Gemini) for Apple’s most accessible iPhone, featuring the latest-generation A19 chip and, for the first time in the "e" series, the magic of MagSafe.
A19 Silicon: Built on an advanced process, the A19 chip provides exceptional speed for gaming and on-device Apple Intelligence, including Live Translation and visual intelligence.
Advanced Camera System: A new 48MP Fusion camera supports high-resolution photos and 4K video at 60 fps in Dolby Vision, while the front camera features an 18MP sensor with Center Stage.
Doubled Storage: iPhone 17e now starts at 256GB of storage—double the previous generation—at the same starting price of $599.
Modern Design: Available in Black, White, and a stunning new Soft Pink, the iPhone 17e features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with Ceramic Shield 2 for industry-leading durability.
iPad Air: Pro Performance in a Thin and Light Design
The new iPad Air is now powered by the M4 chip, making it up to 30 percent faster than the previous M3 model and up to 2.3x faster than iPad Air with M1.
M4 Powerhouse: With an upgraded 16-core Neural Engine and 12GB of RAM standard, the new iPad Air is a mobile AI powerhouse, capable of handling complex creative workflows and advanced gaming.
Pro-Level Connectivity: Featuring the new N1 networking chip with Wi-Fi 7 and an optional C1X 5G modem, the iPad Air ensures the fastest possible wireless speeds.
Two Sizes: Available in the popular 11-inch and 13-inch models, providing a Pro-like expansive canvas for multitasking with iPadOS 26.
Pricing and Availability
iPhone 17e starts at $599 with 256GB.
iPad Air (11-inch) starts at $599, and iPad Air (13-inch) starts at $799.
Pre-orders for both devices begin Wednesday, March 4, at 5:00 a.m. PST.
Official availability begins Wednesday, March 11, in-store and through the Apple Store online.
