iPhone 17e, 2026 iPad Air Officially Launched JD.com Offers National Subsidies, Trade-in Rebates, and Multiple Gifts

On March 2, 2026, at 10 PM, Apple’s Spring New Product Launch Event was held as scheduled. This year, Apple broke its traditional release rhythm by adopting a “three-day continuous launch” model for the first time, marking the beginning of a product refresh in 2026. That evening, the iPhone 17e and the 2026 iPad Air were unveiled simultaneously, with starting prices of 4,499 yuan and 4,799 yuan respectively. Both went on pre-order at 10:15 PM on March 4 and will be available for sale on March 11. Currently, both new products are available for reservation on JD.com. Users can open the JD app, search for “Apple New Product Benefits,” and go directly to the event page. Early adopters can enjoy government subsidies, with the iPhone 17e offering a 900 yuan discount when trading in an old device, and the new iPad Air offering a 1,200 yuan discount with trade-in.

To meet consumers’ needs for hassle-free upgrades, JD.com also offers 12 months of interest-free installment payments. In some regions, additional national subsidies of 500 yuan are available, along with trade-in subsidies up to 400 yuan. These two subsidies can be combined for a maximum discount of 900 yuan and are also supported with 12 months interest-free financing. As a new entry-level model for Apple, the iPhone 17e features multiple upgrades in core specifications. It is equipped with the new A19 chip, providing increased power, excellent performance, and significantly improved communication capabilities. The iPhone 17e uses Apple’s self-developed C1X modem, which is up to twice as fast as the C1 modem in the iPhone 16e. Compared to the iPhone 11, the CPU is twice as fast, and the GPU is 2.2 times faster. In terms of battery life, video playback can last up to 26 hours, meeting all-day usage needs.

In appearance and display, the iPhone 17e continues the notch screen design, featuring a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display with a Ceramic Shield 2.0 panel, offering three times the scratch resistance of the iPhone 16e. The new seven-layer anti-reflective coating effectively reduces glare even in bright sunlight, ensuring clear and sharp text display. Charging is a key upgrade this time. The iPhone 17e introduces MagSafe magnetic wireless charging for the first time, with a maximum wireless charging power of 15W, enabling convenient “snap-on” charging and addressing previous models’ charging efficiency shortcomings.

The 2026 iPad Air, unveiled alongside, is another productivity booster in Apple’s tablet lineup. It features the M4 chip, with 50% more system memory, and a more powerful GPU architecture, delivering smoother performance whether working, creating, gaming, or streaming online.

In terms of connectivity and design, the 2026 iPad Air is equipped with the new N1 wireless chip, supporting high-speed Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 6, and Thread technology, ensuring stable and reliable connections for online entertainment and efficient work anywhere. It continues to offer 11-inch and 13-inch options, both with high-resolution Liquid Retina displays that produce vivid images. The device retains a USB-C port for easy connection to external monitors, external hard drives, and other peripherals, and is compatible with the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil Pro, catering to both creative and office needs, maximizing productivity.

Pricing for the 2026 iPad Air starts at 4,799 yuan. JD.com offers 12 months interest-free installment plans, a 15% government subsidy discount, a 300 yuan trade-in subsidy, and additional educational discounts starting at 400 yuan for students, with up to 1,200 yuan in total subsidies. Moreover, purchasing Apple’s new products on JD’s New Product Channel provides official direct supply, genuine product guarantees, trade-in services, and interest-free installment options, helping you experience Apple’s latest innovations first.

Currently, the iPhone 17e and the 2026 iPad Air are available for pre-order on JD.com. Whether you want to be among the first to experience the A19 chip and MagSafe charging or are looking to boost productivity with the M4 chip, open the JD app, search for “Apple New Product Benefits,” and secure your first batch of stock. Take advantage of government subsidies and trade-in offers to experience the full charm of Apple’s ecosystem firsthand.