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TL;DR
- Apple could announce the iPhone SE 4 via a press release as early as next week.
- The mid-ranger could see a minor price hike and a complete exterior design overhaul.
- Thanks to the A18 chip, the imminent SE model could support native AI features.
Following months of rumors and leaks, Apple may finally launch its iPhone SE 4 in the coming days. The company will likely announce the phone via a press release rather than holding a dedicated media event and live-streaming it.
According to Bloomberg, iPhone SE 3 stock is dwindling, and the firm may unveil its successor as soon as next week. The upcoming device is expected to seriously challenge Android mid-rangers with its flagship A18 processor, modern exterior design, and premium build quality.
Notably, due to the significance of its upgrades, Apple could hike its price from $429 to around $500. Some of the anticipated features include a larger, 6.1-inch edge-to-edge OLED screen, Face ID, 48MP rear camera, Apple Intelligence support, USB-C charging port, and more.
iPhone 14 and 14 Plus stockpiles are reportedly running low, too, suggesting an imminent discontinuation. Given that these models pack an inferior chip, offer a Lightning port, and start at $599, it wouldn’t make sense for Apple to sell them after the iPhone SE 4 launch. For a lower price, customers would be getting a device that is superior in almost every relevant aspect.
Beyond the iPhone SE 4, Apple could soon announce the Powerbeats Pro 2 on Tuesday. The wireless earbuds will offer an AirPods-like experience with full support for Android devices. The company is also preparing to put out new MacBook Air, iPad Air, and entry-level iPad models in the first half of 2025, but the exact release dates are currently unknown.
