Now is a great opportunity to upgrade to a new iPhone at discounted prices. Sky Mobile is currently promoting the iPhone 16e for only £17 per month with a £12 upfront fee. While this price doesn’t include calls, texts, or data, Sky’s SIM deals starting at £3 can bring the total monthly cost down to as low as £20.

This deal from Sky Mobile is not the only one available for the iPhone 16e, as other retailers like Mobiles.co.uk are also offering the device for under £23.

For those unfamiliar, the iPhone 16e boasts a 6.1-inch display, A18 processor, single rear camera, wireless charging capabilities, Face ID security, and a durable glass-covered design.

Exciting as these offers may be, consumers should take note of Apple’s recent announcement regarding the upcoming release of the iPhone 17e, set to hit stores next week. The new model will feature enhancements such as an improved A19 processor, a more resilient Ceramic Shield design, a new Pink color option, and MagSafe compatibility for added convenience.

Moreover, the iPhone 17e will come with increased internal storage of 256GB, doubling the capacity of the 16e. Surprisingly, Apple has maintained the pricing from 2026, with the new model starting at £599.

If opting for a contract purchase, Sky is providing the iPhone 17e starting from £19 per month, which is just £2 more than the 16e.

Now, consumers are faced with a decision: go for the budget-friendly iPhone 16e or invest slightly more for the advanced features of the 17e. In our view, the added functionalities like MagSafe and expanded storage make the higher-priced option worthwhile.