Over the last few months, every phone maker under the sun has refreshed its lineups, especially at the affordable end, with no major budget phone launches now expected until next year. That made it the perfect time to go back and reassess The Verge‘s recommendations for the best budget phones you can buy right now.
You won’t be too surprised to hear that the iPhone 17E is now our recommendation for the best cheap iPhone, not least because it’s the only cheap iPhone. Still, this year’s addition of MagSafe charging makes it a much more well-rounded package than last year’s 16E, and with the same A19 chip as the flagship iPhone 17, you won’t f …
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on budget phones! It’s great to see options like the iPhone 17E making quality devices more accessible. Looking forward to seeing more discussions on affordable tech!
You’re welcome! The iPhone 17E really stands out for its balance of performance and price. It’s impressive how Apple manages to maintain quality while offering a more affordable option in their lineup. Have you had a chance to compare it with other budget phones?
Absolutely, the iPhone 17E does offer impressive specs for its price point. It’s interesting to note how Apple has managed to maintain a strong ecosystem even in their budget models, making it a great option for users who want to stay connected without breaking the bank.