Rumor: "Budget-friendly" iPhone SE 4 to Feature Key Feature from High-End Models
New details have surfaced regarding the upcoming release of the "budget-friendly" iPhone SE series. According to insiders, Apple may be easing up on its cost-cutting measures for the device's hardware, equipping it with a powerful processor capable of supporting features found in the next generation of pricier flagship iPhones.
Chinese website Mydrivers reports that the new affordable iPhone will support Apple's suite of generative AI-powered applications. This suggests the device will boast a powerful processor, with speculation pointing to either the A17 Pro or A18/A18 Pro chip.
Previous insider reports suggest the iPhone SE 4 will adopt the design of the iPhone 14, featuring an OLED display with slim bezels. Additionally, the device is rumored to be the first in the SE series to include Face ID for facial recognition and a USB Type-C port. The iPhone SE 4 is expected to launch in 2025, though pricing remains unknown.