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Apple Unveils iPhone 17: Affordable AI Powerhouse Aims to Reignite Sales
Apple has announced the launch of a new smartphone, the iPhone 17, a lower-cost device that promises to deliver the power and intelligence of its flagship handsets at a more accessible price. The tech giant hopes this move will rekindle excitement among consumers as iPhone sales continue to decline.
The iPhone 17 features the same A18 processor as the more expensive iPhone 17 models, offering similar storage options but a few compromises elsewhere, including a reduced camera setup. Despite these cutbacks, Apple says the device is designed to bring advanced Apple Intelligence features — the company’s spin on artificial intelligence — to a broader audience.
Set for pre-order on 21 February in 59 countries, the iPhone 16e will launch in the UK for £599, around £200 less than the iPhone 16. Though it’s more expensive than the original iPhone SE, its name and pricing clearly echo Apple’s earlier efforts to produce budget-friendly models.
Industry analyst Paolo Pescatore described the iPhone 17 as “one of the most affordable powerful iPhones on the market,” adding that the move “should help accelerate adoption and especially Apple’s foray into AI.”
However, some experts remain cautious about whether artificial intelligence alone can drive a major boost in sales. Apple has invested an estimated $189 billion (£150 billion) in AI development over the past decade, yet has struggled to produce a breakout product in the field.
“AI should be right in Apple’s wheelhouse,” said Cory Johnson, chief market strategist at Epistrophy Capital Research. “But Apple fanboys, fangirls, and investors are right to be disappointed so far.”
One of the most notable upgrades in the iPhone 17 is its new C1 modem, the first Apple-designed modem to appear in an iPhone. Previously, the company relied on chips from Qualcomm and Intel — an arrangement that led to costly licensing disputes. The new in-house modem marks a significant step towards Apple’s long-term goal of owning and controlling the technology behind its products, a vision outlined by CEO Tim Cook as far back as 2009.
Cook described the 16e as offering “the performance, intelligence, and privacy Apple fans expect,” highlighting its AI-powered tools designed to “save time, help you get more done, and express yourself in new ways.”
The device’s Apple Intelligence suite includes features such as AI-assisted writing tools, photo clean-up capabilities, and a smarter Siri integrated with ChatGPT. The company has faced challenges perfecting its AI systems, including a recent suspension of its AI-generated news summaries after the feature mistakenly attributed headlines to real news outlets — a misstep Apple has since corrected.
Analysts believe the iPhone 17 could open new markets and attract users of older models. Dipanjan Chatterjee, a principal analyst at Forrester, said, “The iPhone 17 generates a new revenue stream for Apple, particularly in key markets like India, where iPhones are typically out of reach for most people. Cheaper devices also bring new customers into the Apple ecosystem.”
A marketing graphic on Apple’s website encourages existing users to upgrade, declaring “there’s never been a better time” to switch, while allowing comparisons with models dating back to 2019.
With the iPhone 17, Apple appears to be banking on affordability, performance, and AI innovation to regain its momentum in a fiercely competitive smartphone market. Whether the strategy succeeds will depend on how much consumers truly value artificial intelligence in their everyday devices.
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