iPhone 17e: Expected Features & Release Date | India Today
Apple released the second beta of iOS 26.4 for iPhone users this week, continuing development of a major software update expected to arrive in the coming weeks, according to 9to5Mac. The beta includes ongoing refinements to features previously introduced in the first beta, signaling a tightening focus on the final release.
The forthcoming iOS 26.4 update is anticipated to bring new functionality for European users related to the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a sweeping set of regulations designed to curb the power of large tech companies. While specific details remain limited, the changes are expected to address concerns raised by regulators regarding Apple’s control over its app ecosystem. The DMA aims to foster greater competition by allowing users more choice in how they access apps and services on their iPhones.
Beyond the DMA-related changes, Apple is too preparing to launch the iPhone 17e, a new budget-friendly model intended to bridge the gap between the standard iPhone and the higher-end Pro versions. Notebookcheck reports the iPhone 17e will feature several enhancements, bringing it closer in capabilities to Apple’s flagship devices. Details on the iPhone 17e’s specifications and pricing remain scarce, but the device is expected to appeal to cost-conscious consumers without sacrificing core iPhone functionality.
Apple is also reportedly making significant strides in the development of a foldable iPhone. MacRumors indicates the device is rumored to boast exceptional battery life, a key consideration for foldable phones which often require larger batteries to power their flexible displays. The foldable iPhone remains in the development phase, and a release date has not been confirmed, but Apple’s continued investment in the technology suggests a potential launch in the coming years.
The release of iOS 26.4 beta 2 follows the initial beta release earlier this month, and Apple will likely continue to issue updates as it refines the software ahead of its public launch. The timing of the final release remains uncertain, but it is expected to coincide with the broader rollout of features designed to comply with the European Union’s Digital Markets Act.