Apple Just Gave Its Most Affordable iPhone a Fan-Favorite Upgrade

The iPhone 17e is Apple’s budget-friendly iPhone for 2026. Compared to last year’s iPhone 16e (which replaced the 2022-released iPhone SE), the two smartphones are quite alike. Both have a body similar to the iPhone 14, featuring a 6.1-inch display with a notch — no Dynamic Island — that supports Face ID. And they both have an Action button and support for wireless charging. That said, the iPhone 17e packs a number of upgrades, headlined by an updated processor (A19), a C1X modem and double the storage (now starting at 256GB). Most notably, it also supports MagSafe so you can use it with all your existing magnetic accessories. Apple is selling it at the same $599 price.

Apple’s new iPad Air lineup for 2026 is a pretty modest upgrade over last year’s models. Like before, the iPad Air comes in two sizes — 11- and 13-inches — and it looks exactly like its predecessor. The big upgrade is that these newest iPad Airs now have an M4 chip, which Apple claims makes them “up to 30 percent faster” than last year’s M3 models. Apple has also given its new iPad Airs more RAM, an N1 wireless networking chip (for superior Wi-Fi connectivity) and, for its cellular models, its custom C1X modem. The M4 iPad Airs are the same price as last year’s models.

If you’re familiar with Trtl, it’s probably because of the brand’s highly unique, effective travel pillows. Now, the brand is shifting its focus to another essential in the Travel Hoodie. While it looks and wears just like a classic, comfy hoodie, it has some sneaky features that make it even more adventure-ready. Upgrades include hidden security pockets, a special cut that makes it easier to put on and take off in tight spaces, a triple-layer hood for noise reduction and more.

Lego has immortalized the revolutionary Ford Model T in brick form, and with 1,060 pieces in total, it offers tons of detail. Along with a folding fabric roof and fold-down split windscreen, it also touts an opening rear trunk, a gas tank under the seat and various other interactive features. Moreover, the driver’s cab and engine bay are both highly accurate, built with working steering and a crank that spins the fan. Riding on some white rubber tires and complemented by black bodywork and gold accents, it makes for quite the display piece.

To ring in the 2026 Formula 1 season, H. Moser & Cie. updates its unique Drivers and Mechanics watches for its racing team sponsor, BWT Alpine, with pink versions of both. Just like the original blue versions, this two-Streamliner pairing features one mechanical chronograph for drivers and one ana-digi smartwatch for the pit crew. The former is powered by Moser’s skeletonized Calibre HMC 700 automatic flyback chronograph movement, while the latter is a connected watch with unique features related to the Alpine F1 Team, including a schedule of races, countdowns to each race and team-specific messages. Both watches include an integrated pink rubber strap and are water-resistant to 120m. They’re only available as a package deal for $74,000 and are limited to 50 duos.

Kith and On expanded their eagerly awaited Spring 2026 Monday Program capsule with two new functional accessories: the Kith for On Lightweight Cap 2.0 and the Waist Pack Lite 2L. The blacked-out waist pack is built with high-strength nylon ripstop and has a mesh lining, and features a Swiss Seil grab-handle, an adjustable strap, an easy access front compartment, a zippered back stash pocket, and reflective Kith and On co-branded details. The slim profile and performance-focused materials and details make this an excellent EDC contender. Sign-ups are open now to be notified of its release, and there is a 2-unit limit per customer.

Faherty overbuilt this elevated sweater with soft-washed 100-percent cotton in a waffle weave body that breathes exceptionally well. The tonal contrast collar and placket are built like a rugby shirt, and match the contrasting ribbed cuffs and waistband. It comes in sea foam green and creamy white natural cotton.

Rumpl taps Portland, Oregon-based renaissance man Bryce Wong for two eye-popping new additions to its R.A.D. (Rumpl Artist Division) collection. Under the rubric of “Transitions,” these blankets feature imagery that intertwines skulls and roses, birds and mountains in an almost psychedelic fashion, no magic mushrooms required. Of course they retain the OPB’s best features, including a VersaWeave ripstop 30D shell and liner, RenewaLoft insulation, PFAS-free DWR finish and clip/carry roll-top stuff sack.