Apple has announced an event on February 19. iPhone SE 4 or new MacBook?

Apple has officially confirmed a new event on February 19, sparking a wave of rumors about upcoming announcements. According to CEO Tim Cook, the presentation will feature a new product. According to Bloomberg analyst Mark Gurman, the event is likely to premiere the next generation of Apple’s budget smartphone – iPhone SE 4. This device promises major changes in both design and specs.

iPhone SE 4.

iPhone SE 4: What to expect from the new smartphone?

The new iPhone SE 4 is rumored to get an updated design inspired by the look iPhone 14. This will be the biggest change to the SE series in recent years. The smartphone will feature 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with a cutout at the top for Face ID, replacing the familiar Touch ID and bottom bezel.

Another notable change will be the switch to a USB-C port instead of Lightning, which meets new European Union requirements.

Technical features: powerful processor and advanced technology

iPhone SE 4 will reportedly feature the A18 chip used in the iPhone 16 lineup. The processor will be paired with 8GB of RAM to support Apple Intelligence features. Those features include improved Siri interactions, more accurate text prompts, and enhanced AI-powered photo editing features.

An improved Siri interaction, more accurate text prompts, and enhanced AI-powered photo editing.

In addition, Apple is expected to equip the iPhone SE 4 with its own 5G modem, eschewing Qualcomm’s solutions.

Cameras: a big leap in picture quality

The new product will also get a major camera improvement. The main module will feature 48-megapixel sensor, replacing the current 12-megapixel camera. The front camera will remain at 12 megapixels, but quality improvements in image processing are also expected. However, as with previous models, an ultra-wide lens won’t be added.

An ultra-wide lens will be added.

Price and competitors

The iPhone SE 4 is expected to have a starting price of 499 dollars. This will make it a direct competitor to the Google Pixel 9a, whose release is scheduled for March. Apple is targeting an audience looking for affordable solutions, especially in key markets such as the US, Canada, China and India.

Apple is targeting an audience looking for affordable solutions, especially in key markets such as the US, Canada, China and India.

Other possible new products at the presentation

Besides the iPhone SE 4, Apple may unveil other products on February 19. Some of the likely announcements include:

Apple SE 4.

• MacBook Air with M4 chip;
• iPad Air based on M3;
• iPad 11th generation;

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