Apple hosted its highly anticipated event today, unveiling the much-awaited iPhone SE 4, alongside other exciting announcements. The event, streamed live from Apple Park, focused on delivering powerful technology in a compact and affordable form factor, making high-end features accessible to a broader audience.
iPhone SE 4: A Major Upgrade in Design and Performance
Apple introduced the fourth-generation iPhone SE, bringing a significant redesign and performance boost compared to its predecessor. The key highlights of the new iPhone SE include:
Modern iPhone Design
- Apple has finally ditched the classic home button, adopting a design similar to the iPhone 14.
- It features a 6.1-inch OLED display, an upgrade from the previous 4.7-inch LCD screen.
- Face ID replaces Touch ID, making the iPhone SE more in line with flagship models.
Powerful Performance
- Equipped with the A18 Bionic chip, making it the fastest SE model ever.
- Includes Apple's first in-house 5G modem, reducing reliance on third-party manufacturers.
- Improved battery efficiency with optimized power consumption.
Camera Upgrades
- A 48MP rear camera replaces the previous 12MP sensor, bringing significantly improved photography capabilities.
- A 12MP front camera ensures better selfies and FaceTime quality.
- New AI-powered computational photography features enhance Night Mode and Portrait Mode.
USB-C and Improved Charging
- The iPhone SE 4 switches to USB-C charging, complying with EU regulations.
- Supports fast charging, providing 50% battery in just 30 minutes.
Pricing and Availability
- The starting price is $499, slightly higher than the previous $429 model, but justified by the massive upgrades.
- Pre-orders start this Friday, February 23, 2025, with availability in stores on March 1, 2025.
Other Key Announcements at the Apple Event
New iPads and M3 Chip
- Apple refreshed the iPad Air and iPad Pro lineup, featuring the powerful M3 chip.
- The iPad Pro now boasts an OLED display, making it the best-looking iPad yet.
- Enhanced Apple Pencil Pro with new gesture controls.
Vision Pro International Expansion
- Apple’s Vision Pro mixed-reality headset will now be available in Europe and Asia starting April 2025.
- More visionOS apps announced, including gaming and productivity enhancements.
AI Enhancements and iOS 18 Teasers
- Apple introduced AI-driven Siri improvements, making it smarter and more conversational.
- Previewed iOS 18, with enhanced privacy features and new customization options.