We opened up the iPhone 17e and found something unexpected: its best feature can be added to last year’s model. MagSafe is back, and 16e owners may be able to upgrade with a single part swap.

https://www.ifixit.com/News/116245/iphone-17e-teardown-reveals-an-upgrade-16e-owners-can-actually-use

@iFixit and it fits cleanly inside? Why on earth didn’t they put it in?
@SimonCHulse @iFixit I would assume the new one is slightly more expensive.
@iFixit It's easier to buy a cover with MagSafe included.
@iFixit so... "same, but different"