Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) is reportedly testing significant upgrades for the fourth generation of its iPhone SE model, potentially making it a more attractive option than the Apple iPhone 14. Reports suggest that the new model, internally referred to as 'Ghost', will feature advanced specifications including a 48-megapixel rear camera, USB-C port, and an action button, according to information leaked on Thursday.
The iPhone SE line has traditionally been considered less feature-rich and more affordable compared to other models. However, the latest leaks indicate a shift in this trend, with the upcoming iPhone SE 4 expected to bring in a new design inspired by the base model iPhone 14.
The iPhone SE 4 will maintain iPhone 14 test parameters for internal testing and will include an action button, a feature introduced in the iPhone 15 Pro models. It will also be equipped with a USB-C port, replacing the traditional lightning port used in previous models. The smartphone's single camera with flash is expected to align in an arrangement similar to the third-generation iPhone SE.
This would mark the first time an SE model will include Face ID feature. The display of the Apple iPhone SE 4 is also expected to be on par with the Apple iPhone 14. "Preliminary information suggests that the iPhone SE 4 may feature a 48-megapixel rear camera, providing for a significant upgrade from the current model", according to MacRumors.
While these upgrades seem ambitious for a budget model like the iPhone SE, it is suggested that these features will become cost-effective by the time of launch. The exact release date remains unclear, but reports indicate it could be in either 2024 or 2025.
The rumors around these features have not yet been confirmed by Apple and it remains uncertain which features will be available at launch. As such, consumers and tech enthusiasts are advised to stay tuned for further updates.
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