# Does the iPhone 17e have a headphone jack?

> Audio connectivity options

*Published: 2026-03-30 | Updated: 2026-03-30 | Source: https://shopsavvy.com/answers/does-the-iphone-17e-have-a-headphone-jack*

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## Product: iPhone 17e
**Brand:** Apple
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No, the iPhone 17e does not have a headphone jack. Apple removed the 3.5mm port starting with the iPhone 7 in 2016—no iPhone since has included one.

## Audio Options

### Wireless (Most Common)
- Bluetooth headphones and earbuds
- [AirPods](https://www.apple.com/airpods/) (all generations)
- [AirPods Pro](https://www.apple.com/airpods-pro/) (noise cancellation)
- AirPods Max (over-ear)
- Any Bluetooth audio device

### Wired via USB-C
- USB-C headphones (direct connection)
- USB-C to 3.5mm adapter for traditional headphones
- USB-C DAC for audiophile-quality output

## Using Traditional Headphones

| Adapter | Price | Notes |
|---------|-------|-------|
| [Apple USB-C to 3.5mm](https://www.apple.com/shop/product/MU7E2AM/A/) | $9 | Official, compact |
| Third-party adapters | $5-15 | Various brands, same function |

These adapters include a built-in DAC and provide quality comparable to built-in headphone jacks.

## Recommendations by Use Case

| Use Case | Recommendation |
|----------|----------------|
| Casual listening | AirPods |
| Noise cancellation | AirPods Pro |
| Audiophile | USB-C DAC + wired headphones |
| Budget | Bluetooth earbuds (Anker, Soundcore) |
| Existing 3.5mm headphones | USB-C adapter |

## Why No Headphone Jack

Apple's removal created space for:
- Larger battery capacity
- Improved Taptic Engine
- Better water resistance sealing
- Thinner device profile

## Bottom Line

Most users have transitioned to wireless audio without issue. Modern Bluetooth codecs deliver quality that satisfies all but the most discerning listeners. For wired preference, USB-C adapters work well without noticeable quality degradation.

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