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iPhone SE 4 and iPad 11 Tipped to Launch Alongside iOS 18.3

iPhone SE 4 and iPad 11 Tipped to Launch Alongside iOS 18.3

Apple released iOS 15.3, iOS 16.3, and iOS 17.3 in late January in the last three years.

Written by Nithya P Nair, Edited by Siddharth Suvarna | Updated: 8 January 2025 12:09 IST

iPhone SE 4 and iPad 11 Tipped to Launch Alongside iOS 18.3

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iPhone SE (2022) was launched in March

Highlights

iPhone SE models lack a proper annual release schedule
The first iPhone SE was introduced back in 2016
New model is expected to offer Apple Intelligence features

Apple has been reportedly working on a new generation of the iPhone SE and it is likely to debut as the company's first phone of 2025. The rumoured iPhone SE 4 is anticipated to be a complete revamp featuring a new design and latest hardware. While we wait for an official announcement about its launch, the latest rumours suggest that the iPhone SE 4 will be unveiled at the same time as Apple rolls out iOS 18.3. Apple launched its latest iPhone SE model in March 2022.

MacRumors, citing an allegedly trustworthy X source, reported that devices codenamed "V59" and "J481" will be unveiled alongside iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3. The codename V59 is believed to be associated with the new iPhone SE, while the J481 could be a reference to the new entry-level iPad.

Apple released iOS 15.3, iOS 16.3, and iOS 17.3 in late January over the past three years, if the Cupertino-based company continues that trend we can expect iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 to be introduced later this month. The purported iPhone SE 4 and iPad 11 could also be announced alongside the latest iteration of operating systems.

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iPhone SE models lack a proper annual launch schedule, unlike the standard iPhone models. Apple unveiled new iPhone SE models every two years in either April or March. The first iPhone SE was introduced back in 2016. The latest iPhone SE (2022) was launched in March 2022 with a starting price tag of Rs. 43,900 for the base 64GB model. Therefore, the rumoured January launch timeline of the iPhone SE 4 would be earlier than usual.

iPhone SE 4 Specifications, Price (rumoured)

A recent leak claimed that Apple's upcoming iPhone SE 4 will be called the iPhone 16E. It is expected to offer Apple Intelligence features, 8GB of RAM, and a 6.06-inch (1,170x2,532 pixels) LTPS OLED screen with a peak brightness of 800nits. The phone could offer Face ID support and pack a 3,279mAh battery. It is said to come with a single 48-megapixel rear camera.

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The upcoming iPhone SE 4 is said to be priced at less than $500 (roughly Rs. 42,000).

Apple iPhone SE

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS
Variants

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Great performance
Good rear camera

Bad
Underwhelming selfie camera
Starts at 16GB storage

Read detailed Apple iPhone SE review

Display 4.00-inch

Processor Apple A9

Front Camera 1.2-megapixel

Rear Camera 12-megapixel

RAM 2GB

Storage 16GB

OS iOS 9.3

Resolution 640x1136 pixels

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Apple iPhone SE (2022)

REVIEW
KEY SPECS
NEWS

Design
Display
Software
Performance
Battery Life
Camera
Value for Money

Good
Powerful SoC
IP67 rating, wireless charging
Slim and light
Regular software updates

Bad
Small, low-res display
Gets warm when stressed
Average low-light camera performance
Expensive

Read detailed Apple iPhone SE (2022) review

Display 4.70-inch

Processor Apple A15 Bionic

Front Camera 7-megapixel

Rear Camera 12-megapixel

Storage 64GB, 128GB, 256GB

OS iOS 15

Resolution 750x1334 pixels

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