It has been rumored for a while that Apple has been working on a new iPhone SE model. While the launch of this affordable model, called iPhone SE 4, was eagerly awaited, the price range of the device was revealed before the official announcement. According to the leak, Apple’s self-developed 5G modem will play an important role in the competitive pricing of the device.
Latest leaks from Japanese mobile operators show that Apple’s next-generation budget-friendly phone, iPhone SE 4, may be offered with a price tag of under $500. One of the factors that prevents the price increase is the use of Apple’s own cellular modem chip in the device. Apple, which has previously used Qualcomm’s modems, aims to avoid Qualcomm’s licensing fees thanks to its own 5G modem in this model.
Apple’s efforts to develop its own 5G modem have been on the agenda for a long time. With this move, the company aims to not only reduce costs but also reduce its dependence on other chip manufacturers. However, due to various difficulties experienced in the modem development process, this technology has not yet fully matured. iPhone SE 4 is considered an ideal model for Apple to test and optimize its own modem technology. In this way, Apple can perfect the technology before the iPhone 17 series, which is expected to be released in 2025.
What features will iPhone SE 4 come with?
According to the information obtained so far, the iPhone SE 4 is expected to be released in early 2025. A report published in October also revealed some technical features of the device. Accordingly, iPhone SE 4 may come with features such as a 6.06-inch LTPS OLED screen, A18 chipset, 8 GB LPDDR5X RAM and Sony Exmor IMX904 rear camera with 48 MP resolution.
However, it is worth noting that this information has not been officially confirmed yet. Exact details about the price and features of the device will become clear with Apple’s official announcement. On the other hand, the device is expected to attract great attention thanks to its combination of affordable price and modern hardware.