Rumors suggest the iPhone 17e might feature a redesign, potentially signaling a shift in Apple's smartphone design approach.

Apple’s plans for the affordable iPhone 17e mix include a Pro feature and the end of an era.

The anticipated iPhone 17e may feature a Dynamic Island, potentially marking the end of the notch design for Apple. The notch, first seen on the iPhone X, was a significant design change that was later adopted by other companies.

The interactive Dynamic Island, a pill-shaped area at the top of the screen, replaced the notch on the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. It integrates the front-facing sensors and transforms the design into a functional feature. After a year, it expanded to the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus. The iPhone 17e would be the first lower-cost iPhone to include it.

Apple has a history of using previous components in its more affordable phones, such as the iPhone SE. It is expected that the Dynamic Island will be included in the iPhone 17e three years after its initial release. The change would allow the most affordable iPhone to resemble Apple's newest models.