Apple’s iPhone SE 4 Possible Specs, Price and Launch Timeline Leaked

Highlights

• The iPhone SE 4 is expected to launch in March 2025 with major upgrades over the SE 3.
• Mass production starts in December 2024.
• Other leaked features – 6.06-inch OLED screen, A18 chip, 8GB RAM, 128GB storage, Apple’s first in-house modem and a 48MP rear camera.
• The starting price may rise to between $499 and $549.

Apple released the last iPhone SE model in early 2022 and since then we have been constantly hearing about the next model.

Last week, the famous Japanese blog Macotakara known for revealing dummy unit images of upcoming iPhones released a set of new images of iPhone SE 4 dummy units.

According to more latest reports, the next iPhone SE 4 is expected to launch sometime in 2025 while the mass production will begin in December this year.

Previous rumours suggested that the low-cost iPhone is expected to offer some major upgrades on the current iPhone SE 3.

However, there weren’t any concrete details about the iPhone SE 4 from any reliable sources.

This now changes since one of the trusted leakers on X (earlier Twitter) leaked almost the entire spec sheet of the upcoming iPhone SE 4, leaving online Apple fans in a frenzy.

According to tipster Jukanlosreve, the iPhone SE 4 is now confirmed to arrive sometime in March 2025 with a price tag higher than the current model.

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iPhone SE 4 – Key Features (Expected)

According to the latest leak, Apple’s upcoming low-cost smartphone iPhone SE 4  will feature a 6.06-inch OLED screen. This is significantly larger than the 4.7-inch display of the current SE 3.

The phone will come with a notch at the top for Face ID and the front camera. The refresh rate, however, remains at 60Hz.

Powering the new SE will be Apple’s A18 chip, the same processor used in the base and Plus versions of the iPhone 16. This will be paired with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of storage.

This memory is a massive upgrade compared to the 4GB RAM of SE 3. Moreover, it will also enable the SE 4 to support Apple Intelligence features, which need at least 8GB RAM as configuration criteria.

Jukanlosreve’s post also revealed that the iPhone SE 4 will debut Apple’s first in-house modem, code-named Centauri, manufactured by TSMC.

This shows a shift away from third-party modems and could improve connectivity and efficiency.

For photography, the SE 4 will keep a single-camera setup.

It’s most likely getting a major bump in quality upgrading from a 12MP to a 48MP sensor for sharper photos. The front camera, on the other hand, will remain at 12MP.

The phone is expected to pack a larger 3279mAh battery, a significant increase from the 2,018mAh capacity of SE 3.

It will come with 20W fast charging but will also support MagSafe accessories for added convenience.

iPhone SE 4 – Expected Launch and Pricing

As mentioned previously, the latest leak suggests that the iPhone SE 4 is likely to launch in March 2025 with a price rise.

The starting price could rise from $429 to $499 or even $549. Apple remains cautious not to raise the price and maintain it as the affordable iPhone in the market.

With its impressive upgrades, the iPhone SE 4 could become a popular choice among budget-conscious users looking for high performance.

FAQs

Q1. When is the iPhone SE 4 expected to launch?

Answer. The iPhone SE 4 is now confirmed to arrive sometime in March 2025.

Q2. What screen size will the iPhone SE 4 feature?

Answer. Apple’s upcoming low-cost smartphone iPhone SE 4 will feature a 6.06-inch OLED screen.

Q3. What processor is the iPhone SE 4 expected to use?

Answer. Powering the new SE will be Apple’s A18 chip, the same processor used in the base and Plus versions of the iPhone 16.

Q4. What are the expected camera specifications for the iPhone SE 4?

Answer. The SE 4 will keep a single-camera setup, likely upgrading from a 12MP to a 48MP sensor for sharper photos. The front camera will remain at 12MP.

Q5. What is the expected price range for the iPhone SE 4?

Answer. The starting price could rise from $429 for the iPhone SE 3 to now $499 or even $549 for the iPhone SE 4.

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