Apple has everything ready to revolutionize its economic range with the launch of the fourth generation iPhone SE, which will be released in March 2025. This has been confirmed by Barclays analysts, after a recent visit to iPhone manufacturers and suppliers in Asia. According to their report, this device will not only represent a leap in design and performance, but will also mark a milestone by incorporating the first 5G modem developed internally by Apple.
New iPhone SE 4 with its own 5G modem
The next iPhone SE will adopt a design similar to that of the iPhone 14, leaving behind the classic aesthetics of the iPhone 8 that it had maintained until now. This change will bring with it a 6.1-inch OLED screen, the inclusion of Face ID technology and a USB-C port, consolidating Apple’s transition to more modern standards. In addition, it will have the famous Notch or eyebrow at the top of the panel.
In the technical section, it will have a most recent A series chip, a 48 megapixel rear camera, 8GB RAM and compatibility with Apple’s artificial intelligence, called Apple Intelligence.
Apple has been working on a self-made 5G modem since 2018, a project that seeks reduce your dependence on Qualcommthe usual supplier with which Apple has historically manufactured these components. Although this year the Cupertino company extended its agreement with Qualcomm until 2026, the new iPhone SE appears to be the first step towards a future in which the company fully controls this key technology.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has also pointed out that the “iPhone 17 Air”, another model planned for 2025, will be equipped with this modem designed by Apple. However, it is still unknown if it will offer real advantages over Qualcomm models, such as higher speeds or a better energy efficiencywhich is what is really expected.
The development of this chip has not been easy. Following a legal dispute with Qualcomm in 2017 over anti-competitive practices, Apple acquired much of Intel’s smartphone modem business in 2019, giving it a base of patents related to mobile communications. With the arrival of the iPhone SE 4, the fruits of this strategic investment will finally be seen.
iPhone SE 4 in March 2025
The current iPhone SE, launched in March 2022, has been relegated due to its design with a Touch ID button, oversized bezels, and Lightning port. Despite this, it remains a popular option in the entry range thanks to its price, which part of the €529 in the official Apple store.
The iPhone SE 4, with all its improvements, could arrive with a slight price increase, although it is expected to remain competitive against other options on the market. However, taking into account Apple’s recent tendency to renew its devices at the same, and even at a lower price, it would not be strange for keep the price of the current iPhone SE from 2022. In addition, its renewed design and advanced features could attract new users looking for an affordable device without sacrificing cutting-edge technology.
Apple seems to have a clear pattern with the SE line, choosing to introduce it in the first quarter of the year. According to estimates, the event to announce the iPhone SE 4 could be held in early March, replicating the strategy used with its predecessor.
The launch of this device promises not only to strengthen Apple’s offering in the mid-range, but also to lay the foundation for future advances in 5G connectivity. With an attractive design, innovative technology and the introduction of Apple’s 5G modem, the iPhone SE 4 could become the benchmark for budget smartphones by 2025.
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