Apple iPhone SE 4 likely to feature bigger display and better cameras: Everything we know so far

There's no doubt that the Apple iPhones are one of the best premium smartphones. Which is why there's also much excitement for the new iPhone 16. However, amid the excitement for the premium flagship tech enthusiasts are also eagerly awaiting the next generation of Apple's budget-friendly iPhone, the SE series. It's been a long time since Apple introduced a new iPhone SE model. In fact, since the series debuted in 2016, Apple has only released three iPhones in the line, with the iPhone SE 2022 being the latest. However, this year, Apple is rumoured to end the exile and planning to launch the all-new and powerful iPhone SE 4.

The new iPhone SE 4 is said to bring some major upgrades compared to its predecessors including bigger display, powerful chip, better cameras and more. Here's everything we know so far about the next-gen budget Apple phone- iPhone SE.

iPhone SE 4 rumoured specifications

According to the latest insights from prominent Apple analyst Nguyen Phi Hung, Apple will offer a bunch of new upgrades with the new iPhone SE 4.

First talking about the design, Hung suggests SE 4 will sport a 148.5 x 71.2 x 7.8mm frame, weighing approximately 166g. It is rumoured to feature a 7000 series aluminium alloy frame with a right-angled design, along with front and rear glass panels. The front design may resemble that of the iPhone 13, potentially supporting Face ID, while the rear might resemble the iPhone Xr, housing a single camera.

On the front, the display is speculated to be a 6.1" LTPS OLED panel with a standard 60Hz refresh rate.

In terms of camera specifications, SE 4 might include an IMX503 sensor with a 1/2.55" size and an f/1.8 aperture. The camera setup is said to support various features such as 1080p cinematic mode, deep fusion, smart HDR, AI photography, and portrait mode, but night mode support may be absent.

Under the hood, the iPhone SE 4 is speculated to have an Apple A16 Bionic chipset, a Snapdragon X70 modem, and an Apple U1 UWB chip. Memory options may include 6GB of LPDDR5 RAM paired with either 128GB or 512GB of NVMe flash storage.

Connectivity options may include Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.3, and a USB-C connector with 2.0 speeds. The battery is rumoured to have a capacity of around 3000 mAh, with some sources suggesting 3279 mAh. Charging capabilities may include 20W wired charging and 12W wireless charging, possibly supporting MagSafe.

Notably, this report aligns with previous reports by other analysts, including tipster Majin Bu who, in his post on the platform X (previously known as Twitter), suggested that the affordable iPhone model is expected to feature MagSafe wireless charging capabilities and boast a 6.1-inch OLED display with Full HD resolution.

The reports also add that the iPhone SE 4 will sport a notch like iPhone 14 and not a dynamic island. Additionally, according to MacRumors, the iPhone SE4, codenamed Ghost, will look more like the base model iPhone 14 and will have a more modified chassis instead of edged curved.

Regarding the camera, it is anticipated that Apple will opt for a 48-megapixel camera sensor for the iPhone SE 4, which represents a substantial improvement over the iPhone SE 2022's 12 megapixel camera.

iPhone SE 4 launch and price in India

In terms of the release schedule and pricing, the iPhone SE 4 is said to be in early stage of production and Apple is planning to unveil the device within this year. The price is expected to rise notably, as Apple is likely to incorporate its latest processor, a refreshed design, and introduce Face ID technology.