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Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Yahoo
iPhone SE 4 could be based on a much newer iPhone than expected — and have a different name
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. A recent post on social media has made some interesting claims about the upcoming iPhone SE 4, which is expected to be announced later today. We're covering the announcement as it happens on our iPhone SE 4 live blog looking at all the last-minute rumors and leaks ahead of Apple's big launch. The rumor mill has done a good job at assuring us the iPhone SE will be based on the iPhone 14, but leaker Majin Bu has now claimed on X it will instead be based on the iPhone 16. However, it likely won't feature a capture button or Dynamic Island. For reference, this conflicts with several previous leaks that indicate that the iPhone SE 4 will be based on the iPhone 14, including apparent dummy units for the phone. A big change between the iPhone 14 and the 15 and 16 series was the move away from Lightning to USB-C and Apple will almost certainly keep this in place for the iPhone SE 4. In fact, the leaker also claims that someone with access to a retail iPhone SE 4 box reports the name of the device will, in fact, be the iPhone 16E. This isn't the first we've heard about this possibility, as Bloomberg's also Mark Gurman stated that Apple would likely change the name to convey the difference between the SE 4 and the iPhone SE 2022. However, we have no concrete information on what the new name could be. In truth, removing the Dynamic Island and Capture button remove two of the most obvious visual differences between the 16 and the 14 as they two are very similar. However, one area where the iPhone SE 4 separates itself is that it is expected to only have a single 48MP camera. It is worth noting that all the leaked images and renders don't show any noticeable camera housing on the back, something that is more in line with the iPhone 16. We've seen many rumors regarding the iPhone SE 4 or 16E, especially regarding the hardware that will come with the device. Firstly, it appears that the phone will feature Apple Intelligence and include Apple's in-house-built modem. This would also indicate that the phone will have the A18 chip and 8GB of RAM. However, there are some indications that the SE 4 will have 64GB of storage at the low end, which is surprising for 2025. There's a lot to be excited about about the iPhone SE 4, and more than a few questions that need to be answered. However, there is little doubt that the phone is looking to be one of the best cheap phones on the market when it is released. For more information, and all the rumors as they are announced then definitely head over to our iPhone SE 4 live blog which we'll continue to update throughout the day. Slow running iPhone? Here's the first thing you should check to fix it iPhone SE 4 vs iPhone 15: Everything you need to know iPhone SE 4 vs iPhone 14: Everything you need to know
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Apple to unveil newest product today: Here's what we know about the launch
Apple plans to unveil the "newest member" of its tech family on Wednesday. Tim Cook, the company's chief executive officer, announced last week on social media it plans to roll out a new product, but did not disclose further details. However, multiple reports have suggested Apple is planning to unveil its latest budget iPhone mode, which would mark the fourth generation of the lower priced iPhone SE model. It has been three years since the Cupertino, California-based company released its latest iPhone SE. The new iPhone will likely be priced higher than the one released in 2022 ($429), Reuters reported. "If the SE 4 offers meaningful upgrades in design, performance, and AI features, it could reinvigorate its market appeal and strengthen Apple's position across different price segments," Counterpoint Research senior analyst Varun Mishra told Reuters. Launched in September, the latest iPhone 16 starts at $799 for the base model. Cook said Apple's newest product would be unveiled on Wednesday, Feb. 19, but a specific time has not been announced. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Apple launch today: What we know about new product, release time, more
USA Today
19-02-2025
- Business
- USA Today
Apple to unveil newest product today: Here's what we know about the launch
Apple to unveil newest product today: Here's what we know about the launch Apple plans to unveil the "newest member" of its tech family on Wednesday. Tim Cook, the company's chief executive officer, announced last week on social media it plans to roll out a new product, but did not disclose further details. However, multiple reports have suggested Apple is planning to unveil its latest budget iPhone mode, which would mark the fourth generation of the lower priced iPhone SE model. It has been three years since the Cupertino, California-based company released its latest iPhone SE. The new iPhone will likely be priced higher than the one released in 2022 ($429), Reuters reported. "If the SE 4 offers meaningful upgrades in design, performance, and AI features, it could reinvigorate its market appeal and strengthen Apple's position across different price segments," Counterpoint Research senior analyst Varun Mishra told Reuters. Launched in September, the latest iPhone 16 starts at $799 for the base model. When is the Apple launch? Cook said Apple's newest product would be unveiled on Wednesday, Feb. 19, but a specific time has not been announced. Natalie Neysa Alund is a senior reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at nalund@ and follow her on X @nataliealund.
The Independent
19-02-2025
- The Independent
iPhone SE 4 tipped to launch today – here's everything we know about Apple's next budget phone
It's been almost three years since Apple last launched a budget smartphone. While those with deeper pockets have been able to fork out upwards of £800 for the latest flagship iPhone 16, those looking for a more affordable option have been left waiting. Now, the tech giant could finally be ready to give its budget phone a long-overdue refresh. Today, Apple will launch something new, and if the leaks are to be believed, it will be a new iPhone SE 4. The iPhone SE 3 hit shelves in 2022 but, while relatively affordable, it always felt like a relic. It had chunky bezels, a honking home button, and a recycled design lifted straight from the iPhone 8 blueprint. The next iteration could give the phone a much-needed upgrade, with rumours suggesting it will feature a larger display, Face ID, a switch to USB-C and a new name that helps it keep in-line with the iPhone 16. While the phone was first rumoured to launch last week, Apple instead decided to unveil the Powerbeats Pro 2 earbuds, and launch of Apple TV+ on Android. With a new launch happening today (19 February), though, it's most likely go time for the latest affordable handset. Here's everything we know so far... Apple iPhone SE 4 release date Last week, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced a new launch will take place today (19 February). Cook told fans to 'get ready to meet the newest member of the family'. While he didn't elaborate further, the newest member of the family is most likely the relatively affordable iPhone SE 4, though, he could also be talking about the 11th-generation iPad, or the rumoured MacBook Air M4, or even a new second-generation AirTag – Apple's got a lot of devices up its sleeve in the coming weeks. Whatever it is, we should find out sometime today, and all signs right now point to it being a new iPhone SE 4. Apple iPhone SE 4 price: How much could the handset cost? The iPhone SE has always been Apple's cheapest iPhone – and we don't expect that to change with the SE 4. That said, it's likely to see a price increase. When it launched in 2022, the iPhone SE 3 started at £419 for the 64GB model, but with iPhone prices creeping up in recent years, the next iteration could follow suit. For context, the iPhone 14 launched at £779 in 2022, while the iPhone 16 now costs £799 – a £20 increase. The iPhone 16 Pro has jumped by £50 compared to the iPhone 14 Pro, while the Pro Max has seen the steepest rise – £150 more expensive than its 2022 counterpart. If Apple follows a similar pricing trend with the SE 4, the budget iPhone could creep closer to the £450-£500 mark. That would also put it more in line with the competition. Google's budget handset – the Pixel 8a – launched at £499, while the Samsung Galaxy A55 debuted at £439. According to a Japanese carrier leak, the iPhone SE 4 could see a $70 price increase in the US, bringing it to $499 – the same price as the Google Pixel 8a. If the UK gets a similar price hike, the iPhone SE 4 could cost £489. Apple iPhone SE 4 design, display and name Rumours about the iPhone SE 4's design have been circulating since 2023, with most suggesting that the new budget smartphone will resemble the iPhone 14. At the end of 2023, sources told MacRumors that the next iPhone SE will have the body and display of the base iPhone 14, with a few distinct changes. According to the publication, the iPhone SE 4 will feature a 6.1in OLED display and a near bezel-less design, similar to the iPhone 14. It will also ditch the home button (and Touch ID) in favour of Face ID. This would be a big upgrade for the smartphone, which has always used a cheaper LCD panel. The phone could also have a USB-C port, like the iPhone 15 and later models, as well as an action button on the side in place of the mute switch. However, it reportedly won't have a Dynamic Island, instead sticking with the notch. Last month, a video of a dummy unit surfaced online, showing the rumoured iPhone SE 4 with a notch, action button, USB-C port and a single rear camera. Interestingly, several leakers have also claimed the iPhone SE 4 will be renamed the iPhone 16E, suggesting it could be a more budget-friendly version of the current line-up, potentially supporting Apple Intelligence and featuring the same chipset. Apple iPhone SE 4 specs and features That name change seems even more likely when you look at the potential specs of the upcoming handset. New iPhone SE models always come equipped with the latest chipset from the previous year – meaning it could get the iPhone 16's powerful A18 chipset, enabling it to take advantage of Apple Intelligence features. According to Mark Gurman, these features will be available on the iPhone SE 4. Last year, Gurman also claimed the iPhone SE 4 will be the first iPhone to use a 5G modem manufactured entirely by Apple instead of one from Qualcomm. He says this modem will be more efficient, consume less power, and provide better support for network connections. Apple iPhone SE 4 camera While the upcoming iPhone SE 4 is rumoured to feature a significant camera upgrade over the iPhone SE 3, it's still expected to stick with a single-camera system on the rear. One report suggests it will be equipped with a single 48MP rear camera, the same as the main camera on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16. The iPhone SE 3, by comparison, only has a 12MP rear camera. The front-facing camera is also expected to see an upgrade, reportedly increasing from a 7MP selfie camera to a 12MP lens. Of course, everything here should be taken with a pinch of salt – until we hear it from Apple itself, nothing is official. But we're certainly intrigued. The iPhone 14 is the device the iPhone SE 4 is rumoured to look like most but, unlike the predicted iPhone SE 4's single camera system, the iPhone 14 has a dual-camera setup on the rear. Our tech critic, David Phelan, gave the phone 4.5 out of 5 stars in his review. 'This is a fast and attractive smartphone, with Apple's excellent design and build quality, the now-routine features, such as water resistance and strong screen, and a significantly improved camera,' he said. Now, you can pick up the iPhone 14 with £100 off at Amazon.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
iPhone SE 4 could be a huge moneymaker for Apple
It pays to sell a cheap iPhone if you are tech giant Apple. Actually, it could pay quite well. Apple (AAPL) is widely expected to release its latest cheaper iPhone dubbed the SE 4 on Wednesday. The phone is pegged to cost around $499. But don't let the low price fool you into thinking it won't be a major tailwind to Apple's top and bottom lines this year. Evercore ISI tech analyst Amit Daryanani estimates the iPhone SE 4 could see 20 million-plus units sold in its first year on the market. Shipments at this volume could bring in about $12 billion in annual revenues just from the iPhone SE. The phone could juice Apple's earnings by $0.20 to $0.25 a share. For full episodes of Opening Bid, listen on your favorite podcast platform or watch on our website. Sign in to access your portfolio
