New iPhone 17e and M4 iPad Air

Phone 17e: Double the Storage, Same Price? | Apple’s Big Week Begins!Apple just kicked off its massive March 2026 launch week, and the iPhone 17e is taking center stage. In today's episode, we break down why this "budget" phone is causing such a stir. Starting at $599, it now comes with a massive 256GB of base storage—double what we got last year.We dive into the tech specs: Is the A19 chip overkill for an entry-level device? We discuss the long-awaited arrival of MagSafe and Qi2 to the "e" series, the new 48MP Fusion camera, and the ultra-durable Ceramic Shield 2. Plus, we talk about the new iPad Air with the M4 chip and 12GB of RAM. With pre-orders opening tomorrow, March 4, we help you decide if you should hit "buy" or wait for the rumored 12-inch MacBook later this week.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/scitech-brief--6846358/support.This episode includes AI-generated content.