Key Points:
• Apple is reportedly set to launch the iPhone SE 4 with a significant overhaul, with a 48MP camera on the back and a 12MP TrueDepth camera on the front.
• The device will lack an ultra-wide lens, but will still offer a 2x "optical" zoom feature, thanks to the 48MP camera sensor.
• The iPhone SE 4 is expected to be announced in early 2025, with a possible starting price between $499 and $549.
As rumors continue to swirl around the impending release of the iPhone SE 4, a new report from ET News has provided some additional details on what to expect from the camera hardware. According to the report, LG Innotek will supply the modules for the front and rear cameras on the iPhone SE 4, which is set to feature a 48MP camera on the back and a 12MP TrueDepth camera on the front.
This matches up with previous rumors that the iPhone SE 4 would have the same main camera and front-facing camera as the iPhone 15, with the only notable difference being the lack of an ultra-wide lens. This could be seen as a strategic move by Apple, as the 48MP camera sensor provides more flexibility in marketing the new device. For example, Apple could use the increased resolution to tout the camera’s ability to take photos with 2x "optical" zoom.
In addition to the camera, we can expect the iPhone SE 4 to feature other notable upgrades, including a 6.1-inch OLED screen with Face ID, a USB-C port for charging and data transfer, support for Apple’s 5G modem, an A18 chip with 8GB of RAM, and an action button.
Despite the rumors, one piece of information remains unclear: the price. Currently, the iPhone SE starts at $429 with 64GB of storage, while at least one rumor has suggested that the new model will start between $499 and $549. For those looking to upgrade from their current iPhone, it’s worth keeping an eye on Apple’s announcement in early 2025 to find out more about the latest addition to the iPhone lineup.
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