Apple’s entry -level iPhone 16E, the iPhone 16E, may be points to a new strategy in the world of technology. While the company is wondering if it will adopt a different naming policy by updating this model every year, a new leak is already seen in the supply chain of the iPhone 17E. According to the leak source that shares this information before the name of the iPhone 16e name, Apple is thought to have started preparations for the model that will launch next year.
The iPhone SE, which is the lowest cost -effective model that Apple has offered to date, did not have a specific update calendar. Introduced in 2016, the iPhone SE was renewed in 2020 with its second generation after four years. Following this, the third generation iPhone SE was released in 2022. This irregular update policy has enabled the SE series to remain as an independent model and did not put any pressure on naming.
However, this may have changed with the iPhone 16e. The “E” jewelry seems to be part of the flagship iPhone 16 series, it gives the need for annual update. If Apple does not defeat this model every year, the iPhone 16 will automatically be perceived as an older generation device when announced. For this reason, speculation is getting stronger that Apple aims to create an iPhone series with an updated entry level every year.
One of the most important leaks that support these claims was shared in Chinese -based social media platform Weibo. Fixed Focus Digital, known for its reliable leaks of Apple, was one of the first sources that explained the iPhone 16e for the first time. The latest shares, “E model will probably take part in the next generation” statements were given. In addition, Apple’s supply chain was identified in a new project code and it was allegedly pointing to the iPhone 17e.
The iPhone 16e’s nomenclature policy has clues that Apple can adopt an annual update strategy. However, considering that Apple has continued to sell previous generation devices in the past, it is not certain that the naming strategy will necessarily have to update an annual update.
There is not enough evidence about the iPhone 17e
The allegations of the leak source do not offer enough evidence to finalize that Apple is working on the iPhone 17e. It is known that the company has tested many products under the development of different code names. However, the idea of offering a new model for iPhone of the entry -level iPhone may be indicating Apple’s long -term strategy change.
However, it should be remembered that this process is completely an experiment. Apple, in the past mini and Plus models have made similar experiments, but due to low sales figures had canceled these models. If you don’t get enough attention, Apple may not bring the continuation of this model or adopt a different naming policy. It will be more clearly understood next year that the company will maintain or abandon this strategy depending on consumer demands.