The new generation low-cost iPhone model is expected to be equipped with an A20 chip and have a 24-megapixel selfie camera similar to the Pro series.

According to new leaked information from the famous account Digital Chat Station, the iPhone 18e is expected to still feature a 6.12-inch OLED screen using LTPS technology, with the scanning frequency remaining at 60 Hz. The information quickly caused controversy when today, even cheap Android smartphones under 200 USD have 90 or 120 Hz screens. The fact that Apple maintains a 60 Hz panel on a device released in 2027 is considered a big minus point.

In addition, the back of the device still uses a single camera with a resolution of 48 megapixels, with not many changes in hardware compared to previous generations such as the iPhone 16e or 17e.

Despite controversy over the screen, iPhone 18e is expected to have a valuable upgrade in terms of internal hardware. First, the device can integrate a completely new A20 processor manufactured on an advanced 2 nm process like the high-end iPhone 18 Pro line. This promises to bring outstanding performance and optimal energy savings compared to the current generation A19 chip.

In addition, the front camera has also been upgraded to 24 megapixel resolution, double the 12 megapixel sensor of the iPhone 17e, making video calls and selfies sharper.

According to the new launch cycle, the iPhone 18e may be announced by Apple in spring 2027, along with the iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 models.

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