Apple’s budget-friendly iPhone SE series is preparing to turn a new page in the spring of 2025 with the expected fourth model, iPhone SE 4. New leaks about the device show that it will come with highly advanced features compared to the SE series. iPhone SE 4, which is said to start mass production in December, is expected to be released in March 2025. It is reported that the new model will offer many high-level details from its screen to its processor, from its camera to its battery.
The most notable innovation of the iPhone SE 4 compared to previous models seems to be a 6.1-inch OLED screen. This screen will be equipped with LTPS OLED technology used in Apple’s upper segment models and will offer a resolution of 2,532 x 1,170 pixels. This means that it will offer a much wider and clearer image quality instead of the old 4.7 inch LCD screen. Additionally, the M11 material technology used in the iPhone 14 series is expected to be included in this model as well. This indicates that the iPhone SE 4 can offer a significant improvement in durability and image quality.
Apple’s claims that it will use the A18 chip in the iPhone SE 4 show that the device will be at a very high level in terms of performance. The A18 processor, also found in the iPhone 16 series, is known for its power saving and high performance. In addition, the iPhone SE 4 is said to be supported by 8GB LPDDR5X RAM. Thanks to these advanced hardware features, it is thought that the device can also run Apple’s artificial intelligence-supported “Apple Intelligence” features. These features could enable the SE series to offer performance closer to Apple’s other high-end phones.
Possible camera and battery updates on iPhone SE 4
Apple is also making a serious update to the camera hardware of the iPhone SE 4. On the rear camera, instead of the 12MP sensor found in the iPhone SE 3, the new model will feature a 48MP Sony Exmor IMX904 sensor. It is stated that there will be a 12MP TrueDepth camera on the front and will offer Face ID support. It is also said that video recording can be recorded at up to 4K 60 fps with Dolby Vision HDR support. This shows that the SE series can seriously improve camera performance.
Battery capacity can also be considered a big leap in the SE series. iPhone SE 4, which is predicted to have a capacity of 3,279mAh, will offer a battery increase of over 60 percent compared to the previous model. This can significantly improve the user experience compared to the iPhone SE 3’s low-capacity battery. In addition, the device will offer modern charging options such as wired fast charging up to 20W and 15W MagSafe wireless charging support.
While the iPhone SE 4 is expected to be launched as an affordable model, according to leaked information, it is estimated that the device will be sold abroad at a price between 499-549 dollars. It is thought that Apple aims to appeal to a wide range of users with its mid-segment pricing policy in the SE series. This price range can put the device, which has similar hardware features with the iPhone 16 series, in a very competitive position. While Apple is expected to introduce it around March 2025, it is estimated that the device will attract attention especially among users looking for a budget-friendly iPhone.
It is stated that Apple will also include innovations such as its own developed 5G modem and USB-C connection support in the iPhone SE 4. All these hardware features contribute to the device offering a much higher performance compared to the SE series and show that the iPhone SE 4 can stand out as a strong option in the affordable segment.