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Business Standard
a day ago
- Business Standard
Apple reportedly plans iPhone 17e launch by early 2026: What to expect
Apple is said to be preparing a follow-up to its budget-friendly iPhone 16e model, with a potential launch timeline set for early 2026. According to a report by 9To5Google, Apple may be turning the 'e' line of iPhones into an annual release cycle. The company is reportedly already developing the 'iPhone 17e,' with a spring 2026 launch window in sight. Although the iPhone 16e was not Apple's first attempt at offering a more affordable iPhone, it marked a shift by replacing the SE series and integrating a lower-cost option directly into the numbered iPhone lineup. Apple has long experimented with entry-level iPhones, beginning with the iPhone 5c in 2013 and followed by several SE models. However, none of these lines have seen regular, yearly updates. With the iPhone 17e reportedly in the works, that may finally be changing. iPhone 17e: What to expect The iPhone 17e is expected to feature a notable performance boost. As per the report, it could move from the A18 chip used in the iPhone 16e to the yet-to-be-announced A19 chip, which is likely to make its debut with the flagship iPhone 17 series later in 2025. Another significant update may come in the form of connectivity. The iPhone 17e is said to be the first model that could ship with Apple's next-generation in-house modem, dubbed the C2. This would be the successor to Apple's first custom modem chip. However, the report cautions that production delays could push the C2's debut to the iPhone 18 lineup in late 2026. As for the design, Apple is expected to keep things familiar. The iPhone 17e will likely stick with the iPhone 16e's form factor, including the single 48MP rear camera and a front notch for the selfie camera and Face ID — rather than adopting the newer Dynamic Island design seen on higher-end models.
Stuff.tv
a day ago
- Business
- Stuff.tv
I've found 18 of the best Prime Day deals that are still live today!
Last week was this year's Amazon Prime Day sale. I saw deals on thousands of items including electronics, video games, movies, toys, clothing, sporting goods and outdoor gear for patios, gardens and the like. The four-day sale came to a close at the end of last week, marking the end of most savings… but not all of them. I've been scouring Amazon for the best Prime Day deals that are still live now that the sale is over, and have found 18 of them across every tech category to create one of the most comprehensive lists. But hurry – who knows how long these deals might stay live for. LG C5 OLED 4K TV: $1197/£2300 LG's C5 65-inch OLED 4K TV is a great pick for your living room wall. In fact, it's one of the best TVs of 2025. We reviewed the 42-inch version and gave it a full five stars. It's basically the flagships G5's slightly more down-to-earth sibling. You get the same 4K upscaling, but a slightly less powerful AI-powered processor for a slightly lower price. This screen offers fantastic picture quality, engaging HDR images, and still gets decently bright. Right now on Amazon US, a 65-inch LG C5 OLED TV is $1000 off – down to $1197 from the regular price of $2700. That's roughly a 40% saving on a top-rated TV that's only a few months old, making it an exceptional deal. Unfortunately, shoppers in the UK won't find an identical Amazon deal right now, but can take advantage of a cashback promotion directly with LG. iPhone 16e: $507/£494 Apple's new budget iPhone was one of my most anticipated phones this year. A new design, updated display, the latest chipset from iPhone 16, and a new camera finally make this handset good value for money. In Apple's camp, that is. Many users were still irked by a higher price than budget Android phones. But this Prime Day, Apple's cheap iPhone just got even cheaper, and it's better value than ever. Better yet, the deal is still live! Right now, you can get a refurbished iPhone 16e for $507 from Amazon US and pick up a brand new iPhone 16e from Amazon UK for £494. That's an 11% or 18% saving (respectively) from the regular price of $567/£599. Now that the handset is sub-500, it's a much more compelling cheap phone. Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge: $920/£1099 While the top smartphones of the year have been impressive, Samsung's ultra-slim Galaxy S25 Edge might have topped them out. The S25 Edge is a combination of the features of the Galaxy S25 and S25 Ultra – but it's super thin. It clocks in at 5.8mm thin, which makes it one of the slimmest phones you can currently buy. In our four star review, we declared that 'thin is most definitely in' but were slightly disappointed about the battery life. If you're looking to get in on the slim action, there's never been a better time. Amazon is still offering $300 off the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge after Prime Day. That discount brings the 512GB model down from its regular price of $1220 to $920 – which makes the phone much more compelling. In fact, it's actually cheaper than the lower 256GB model! Those in the UK get a slightly smaller saving of £100, also on the 512GB model – bringing the price to £1099. Pixel 9: $599/£549 Being the latest model, the Pixel 9 stands out with its refined design and premium build. But its also a great pick thanks to its impressive array of features that redefine what a smartphone can do. With a powerful Tensor G4 chip, a vibrant 6.3-inch OLED display, and a camera system that consistently impresses, it's clear why Google's latest flagship is a top contender in the premium smartphone arena. Right now, the Pixel 9 with 45W charger is still available for £549 at Amazon UK, down from its original price of £799. That's a tasty £150 saving on the Google flagship, which is a discount of 31%. It's lower than the device's previous lowest price, which was seen in Amazon's Spring Sale. Over on Amazon US, you can score the latest Google smartphone for an identical $599. That's a slightly smaller 25% reduction from the regular price of $799. Nothing Phone 3a: £334 The Nothing Phone 3a packs flagship-like features into an affordable package. It sports a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 120-Hz refresh rate, the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 chipset with 12 GB of RAM, 256 GB of storage, and a robust 5,000 mAh battery with 50-watt fast charging. Its unique design comes complete with LED Glyph lights and AI features like the Essential Key. Right now, you can bag the Nothing Phone 3a for £334 from Amazon UK – that's a 12% saving from the regular price of £379. Unfortunately, US shoppers miss out, since this handset isn't technically on sale across the pond. Apple iPad 10th-generation: $280/£329 This Touch ID iPad is designed as the new entry-level model (despite the 9th generation still being sold) and it runs on the A14 Bionic chipset from the iPhone 12 Pro series. There's a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display with a 2360×1640 resolution, 500 nits of brightness, and Apple's True Tone technology. And after Prime Day, you can score the cheapest Apple tablet for even less. It's down to $280 on Amazon US – a decent saving of $69. Over on Amazon UK, it's a less impressive £19 off – down to £310 from the usual price of £329. Apple MacBook Air M4 (13-inch): $849/£899 Apple's MacBook Air has been refreshed with M4, and as a laptop, it's the complete package. In fact, I'd go as far as calling it on of the best laptops you can buy. In our review, we said 'the MacBook Air is still the everyday laptop to beat.' It scored a full five stars! Right now, you can score the M4 MacBook Air for £899 on Amazon UK – a £100 saving from the regular price of £999. Over on Amazon US, you get an even better $150 off – bringing the price down to $849 from $999. Now these might not sound like the largest savings, but they're insanely good for a laptop that barely launched 2 months ago. The M4 chip brings a 10-core CPU, an up to 10-core GPU, and support for up to 32GB of unified memory. A new 12MP Center Stage camera makes video calls look better, while the laptop now supports up to two external 6K displays. As for ports, you're getting MagSafe charging, two Thunderbolt ports, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra: $400/£499 We scored the Galaxy Watch Ultra a full five stars in our review. Its 47mm titanium case makes it tough and weather-resistant, although it's bulkier than previous Galaxy Watches. We love its bold design, complete with a sharp AMOLED screen, bright 3000 nits display, and durability for outdoor use. However, it only offers a two-day battery life, which feels a bit short, especially compared to Garmin's sport watches. While this smartwatch excels in fitness tracking, offering accurate heart rate monitoring, dual-frequency GPS, and a multi-sports mode for triathletes, it lags in handling watersports – Apple's Watch Ultra has the edge there. Right now, you can score the Galaxy Watch Ultra for less than half price on Amazon US. The rugged smartwatch is 38% off, down to $400 from the usual price of $650. This Lightning deal only lasts for 24 hours, but may sell out sooner – so make sure to shop fast. UK shoppers get a slightly smaller discount, but no time limited. The Galaxy Watch Ultra is a smaller but still decent £100 off – down to £499 from the regular price of £599. Note that only certain colours are reduced in these deals. Apple Watch Series 10: $299/£350 The Apple Watch Series 10 is Apple's latest and most current model. You get 30% more display than the Series 6, while the wide-angle OLED display gives you better (and brighter) viewing angles. There are new colours on offer, headlined by Jet Black – just like the iPhone 7 series. The body is thinner than ever at 9.7mm, around 10% thinner than Series 9. Powering the Apple Watch Series 10 is a new chipset – the S10 processor. Sleep Apnea tracking is the flagship new health feature. After Prime Day, you can still grab it for less. In fact, it's the lowest I've seen the watch – including on Black Friday. Over on Amazon US, you'll find the smartwatch $70 off – down from $399 to $279. Unfortunately, the UK deal for this smartwatch has ended and it's back to the regular price of £350. Garmin Forerunner 55: $169/£122 If all you want are the fitness-tracking basics done well, the Forerunner 55 is an older running-skewed watch that delivers excellent bang for your buck. With loads of sports profiles, built-in heart rate and a 20-hour GPS battery life, it's great for beginner runners. But it packs enough fitness feature firepower to cater for more serious milers who like to keep things simple, too. In the days following Prime Day, you can score it for even less. The best offer on the running watch is on Amazon UK, where you can save 32% on the watch. The price is down to £122 from the usual price of £180. Over on Amazon US, it's also discounted – down from the regular price of $200 to $169. It's not quite as much, but still a decent saving of $31. Apple AirPods Pro 2: $149/£229 After a new set of wireless earbuds? Apple's top-tier AirPods are an excellent choice. We awarded them a perfect five stars in our Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) review. We praised AirPods Pro 2 for noise cancellation, versatility, and convenient feature set – all of which saw improvements in the second-generation. Right now, you can still bag the AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) for $149 at Amazon US – that's an excellent saving of $100 from the regular ticket of $249. Unfortunately for UK shoppers, the earbuds are back to their regular price of £229. Apple AirPods 4: $89 The 4th-gen AirPods finally have some of the top features from AirPods Pro, making Apple's cheaper buds more enticing than ever, with two models to pick from. And thanks to this deal, they're down to $89 on Amazon – a tasty 23% saving from the regular price. Note that's for the version without noise cancellation. If you want noise cancellation, the pricier model is discounted by 17% on Amazon – now at $119. Sonos Ace: $299/£269 Sonos' Ace is the brand's first foray into wireless headphones, and were a long time in the making. As you'd expect they integrate with your other Sonos gear (though only the Arc soundbar at present) and the updated smartphone companion app went down worse than a lead balloon with customers, but the firm is listening and changes are in the works. These are still a fantastic listen, and they look the part too. Amazon US has the headphones reduced by 33% to $299 from the regular price of $449. Or on Amazon UK, you'll find the Sonos Ace on sale for £269 when you order from Amazon. This £100 saving over RRP is a new low for the headphones, even beating last year's Black Friday offer. Fitbit Inspire 3: $75/£59 For those seeking a dedicated fitness tracker, Fitbits still remain one of the most popular options. The Fitbit Inspire 3 is known for its simplicity, reliability, and robust suite of fitness tracking features, including sleep analysis and continuous heart rate monitoring. It's perfect for individuals looking to enhance their fitness journey without breaking the bank. And right now, it's cheaper than ever. On Amazon US, you'll find it discounted to $75 – $25 off the regular price. Meanwhile in the UK, it's down to £59 from £85 in an almost equal saving of £26. Plus, you get 6 months of Fitbit's premium subscription thrown in for free. GoPro Hero 13: $329/£282 The GoPro Hero 13 Black is a darling of adventurers, content creators, and action junkies alike. In fact, it might be the best GoPro to date. Its claim to fame? Swappable lenses that can turn your footage into anything from ultra-wide action-packed reels to macro-level marvels. The Hero 13 knows exactly which lens you've attached, optimising settings like a cinematographer in your pocket. The GoPro Hero 13 is still $329 in the US after Prime Day, down from $430. Over in the UK, it's yours for £282, a hefty drop from its £400 launch price. Both of these prices are lower than the camera reached on Black Friday or Amazon's Spring Sale earlier this year. Insta360 Ace Pro: $240/£227 Insta360's Ace Pro camera is my favourite GoPro alternative. With a familiar rugged, waterproof design and a nifty 2.4-inch flip-up touchscreen, the Ace Pro feels like a natural fit for action cam enthusiasts. Its intuitive interface, reliable mobile app, and clever AI-assisted highlight reels add to the package, while image stabilisation through FlowState keeps things steady even when life isn't. Battery life impresses too, outlasting a GoPro Hero 12 Black in 4K recording tests. The mounting system, however, is a touch fussy and requires a careful hand unless you fancy seeing your pricey new gadget bounce off into oblivion. Right now, you can nab the Insta360 Ace Pro on Amazon US for $240 – that's a 47% saving on this excellent device. Despite being the previous generation, it's still an excellent camera to buy. Over on Amazon UK, the action cam is discounted by a smaller 25% – down to £227 from the usual £300. Ninja Double Stack XL: $220/£229 If you often need to prepare food quickly, then an air fryer is a must. The Ninja Double Stack XL appeals a great deal for this, letting you cook in two drawers at once. While that's nothing new, the real draw (pun fully intended) comes in the fact that the fryers are stacked – so it takes up much less room on your counter. In fact, it still manages a huge 9.5L capacity for plenty of food. The version on sale after Prime Day has copper handles as opposed to the usual silver, so looks pretty smart. It's now £229, which is a great saving of £40 from the usual price of £269. Over on Amazon US, it's discounted by an almost identical amount of $40 to $210. Dreame L40 Ultra robot vacuum: $600/£750 Dreame's L40 Ultra robot vac offers an incredibly powerful 11,000Pa Vormax suction. Its MopExtend RoboSwing technology reaches up to 4cm deep into corners and under furniture, while the innovative TriCut brush efficiently handles hair tangles. The all-in-one base station delivers true hands-free maintenance, self-emptying for up to 75 days and cleaning its own mops with 65°C hot water to maintain peak hygiene. Using OmniDirt Detection Technology, the L40 Ultra identifies and tackles challenging messes like oil or sauce spills with targeted cleaning routines. The robot's camera and five-channel colour sensing system ensure no dirt goes unnoticed, while its smart navigation creates detailed four-level maps for efficient route planning. You also get customisable cleaning modes for different rooms and voice control support via Alexa, Siri, and Google Home. Following Prime Day, this robot vacuum is an absolute steal! Over on Amazon US, it's down by 60% from the regular price of $1500 to $600 – which is an excellent saving. Those in the UK can also grab the vacuum for less than its usual prime. On Amazon UK, the dust-sucker is down to £750 – which is a decent price for this machine.
Hans India
a day ago
- Hans India
iPhone 17e Expected to Launch in Spring 2026 with A19 Chip and Budget-Friendly Focus
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17e is tipped for a spring 2026 launch, expected to be unveiled alongside several new products. Reports suggest this model will continue Apple's strategy of offering more budget-friendly options in its iPhone lineup, following the iPhone 16e's reception. The iPhone 17e is expected to be powered by Apple's latest A19 chip—an upgrade over the A18 chip in the iPhone 16e. This performance boost could play a key role in enabling future Apple Intelligence updates. Design-wise, the 17e may retain much of the 16e's look, including a 48MP single camera, the familiar notch, and Face ID. Hopes for a Dynamic Island upgrade, however, are likely to remain unanswered in this version. Another possible inclusion is the C2 modem, though sources suggest this feature might be reserved for the iPhone 18 lineup. The 17e could serve as a milestone in Apple's ongoing push into the affordable smartphone segment, reinforcing its place as a solid mid-tier option. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, 'iPhone 17e will launch next spring, alongside a flurry of other new Apple products, like new M5 MacBook Pros, new iPads, and a new external monitor for Mac.' This coordinated rollout hints at a significant refresh across Apple's product range. While pricing details haven't been officially disclosed, the 17e is expected to stay competitively priced to appeal to value-conscious buyers. The A19 chip inclusion enhances its appeal, though some voices in the tech community have called for more: 'Personally, I'd like to see the value proposition improved a tad bit,' one observer commented. The iPhone 17e could prove pivotal in Apple's ongoing efforts to balance innovation with accessibility. Its success may help shape the company's strategy in delivering affordable yet capable devices across global markets. As Apple fans and industry analysts await its debut, all eyes will be on how the 17e performs and whether it can elevate the budget iPhone experience.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Tom's Guide
iPhone 17 Air — here's what Apple could learn from Samsung's thin phone releases
Now that Samsung has gone through with two thin phone releases, it sets up Apple for a big reveal this fall with the iPhone 17 Air. Personally, I haven't been wowed by either the Galaxy S25 Edge and Galaxy Z Fold 7 — despite their super-thin designs. All the iPhone 17 Air rumors swirling around give us a good idea of what to expect come September when Apple normally announces its new iPhone lineup, but there are lessons the company could learn from Samsung's journey. Whether the new Apple device ends up being called the iPhone 17 Air or iPhone 17 Slim, I just hope Apple can avoid the pitfalls that Samsung made with its thin phone releases. Naturally, designing any phone to be extraordinarily thinner than anything else out there is an engineering challenge of its own — but convincing people to get that device is a totally different matter. Here's what Apple needs to do with the iPhone 17 Air to become a best phone contender. This one I'm not confident about because you have to remember that designing and finalizing a design could happen months to a year in advance, which makes sense given how companies need to line up suppliers and manufacturing partners right after that. So far, the rumors indicate that Apple's going the single camera route as it did with the iPhone 16e. Meaning, the iPhone 17 Air is expected to come with a single 48MP camera on the back of the phone. Such a camera could double as a zoom lens through the pixel binning techniques Apple's known for. But still, a single shooter would mean less utility compared to the dual-camera setup in the Galaxy S25 Edge. At this point I doubt we'll see an ultrawide shooter on the iPhone 17 Air to complement the main one, but I would hope that the new phone gets the same main camera as the iPhone 17 Pro and 17 Pro Max — down to the sensor size and the aperture of the lens. As I've pointed out in my Galaxy S25 Edge review, the biggest compromise in designing a thinner phone is that battery life is shortened. The Galaxy S25 Edge lasted less than 12.5 hours on our battery drain test — a better-than-average result but nothing spectacular — and I'm not confident that the Galaxy Z Fold 7 is going to put up a longer run time than the previous Z Fold 6. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. What's shocking is that the rumors hint at a 2,800 mAh battery for the iPhone 17 Air. That's a substantial dip compared to the 3,900 mAh battery in the Galaxy S25 Edge, so unless Apple somehow managed to over-optimize its A19 chip, I really doubt it's going to even last as long as the iPhone 16e, another phone that did all right on our test but didn't come close to the best phone battery life. Apple needs to do the one thing that Samsung failed at doing with its two thin phone releases, which is to boost its charging speed. Neither the Galaxy S25 Edge or Galaxy Z Fold 7 got an increase, so Apple needs to offset its smaller battery capacity by giving the iPhone 17 Air a much faster charging speed. I'm hoping for a 30W charging speed at the very least, but it would be even better if Apple could somehow push it to 45W. I understand that battery life is always going to be a compromise for any thin phone, but what Apple needs to avoid is repeating Samsung's misstep in pricing its thin phones. The logical (and smart) thing Apple could do is to simply make the iPhone 17 Air as close to the same price as its previous Plus models. I think having a price of $799 would be doubtful for the iPhone 17 Air, but other sources hint that it could be as low as $899. The Galaxy S25 Edge at $1,099 is simply overpriced in my opinion, especially when you consider how $200 separates it from the Galaxy S25 Ultra. In contrast, Apple could be shooting itself in the foot if it ends up making the Air more expensive than the current iPhone 16 Pro Max, which costs $1,199. Regardless, Apple needs to carefully assess the iPhone 17 Air's pricing if it wants to avoid Samsung's misstep. With presumably a smaller battery and only a single rear camera, trying to convince people the iPhone 17 Air should cost more than the Pro models would guarantee an untimely death.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Apple iPhone 17e launch date: Check out the expected price, specifications, and more
Apple iPhone 17e launch: iPhone 17e rumours are gaining momentum as early reports indicate Apple is preparing to make its budget-friendly 'e' series an annual offering. A successor to the well-received iPhone 16e, the 17e is rumored to debut in spring 2026, equipped with the powerful A19 chip and retaining the familiar 6.1‑inch OLED display from its predecessor . With Apple's shift toward more affordable models, the 17e aims to deliver key upgrades—improved performance, 5G capabilities, and enhanced software features—while maintaining a compelling price point. Positioned between the flagship lineup and entry-level offerings, this mid-range iPhone could redefine value in Apple's ecosystem. Stay tuned as we track the latest leaks, launch timelines, and what this new direction might mean for consumers. iPhone 17e launch date tipped In March, Apple released the iPhone 16e, its first low-cost smartphone in five years. Because of its popularity and demand, the E series will probably be released every year. Additionally, according to reports, Apple has already begun production testing on the iPhone 17e, which is anticipated to launch in the spring of 2026. iPhone 17e expected specifications According to reports, Apple is working on the iPhone 17e, which could be released in 2026's first half. Although there aren't many rumors about the low-cost smartphone, it's expected to be powered by the upcoming A19 chip, which will also power the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Air models in September. When compared to the iPhone 16e model, this chipset is anticipated to significantly improve the smartphone's performance. The design might have a display notch with Face ID and a single 48MP rear camera. Since the iPhone 17e is rumored to have the same display as the iPhone 14, Apple is probably going to forego the Dynamic Island this year. iPhone 17e expected price According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, the "iPhone 17e will launch next spring, alongside a flurry of other new Apple products, like new M5 MacBook Pros, new iPads, and a new external monitor for Mac." With the release of these goods, Apple's lineup appears to have undergone a thorough revamp. Regarding cost, although specifics are still being kept under wraps, the 17e should continue to be reasonably priced given its role as a low-cost option.
