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On February 14th, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced on his official social media account that Apple's latest product launch event will be held on Wednesday, February 19th.
This announcement raises the possibility of the long-rumored "iPhone SE4 (or iPhone 16E)" being announced. In this article, we summarize the latest information on the iPhone SE4's performance, appearance, price, etc., consider the possibility of it being named the "iPhone 16E," and compare the performance and features of the iPhone SE4 (16E), iPhone 16, and iPhone SE3.
📢 *On February 20, 2025, Apple announced the iPhone 16e, not as a successor to the iPhone SE series, but as a budget version of the iPhone 16. If you're interested in the latest articles about the iPhone 16e, be sure to check out the articles below!
🔹 iPhone 16e latest information summary! Release date, price, specs & recommended accessories (cases and screen protectors) →
🔹 [2025 Latest] iPhone 16e vs iPhone 16 vs iPhone SE (3rd Generation) Comparison! Explaining which one to choose based on specs and price differences →
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Summary of the latest information on iPhone SE4 (also known as iPhone 16E) *Predictions
Possibility of being named "iPhone 16E" instead of "iPhone SE4"
A thorough comparison of the specs and prices of the iPhone SE4 (iPhone 16E), iPhone 16, and iPhone SE3! Should you wait?
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Summary of the latest information on iPhone SE4 (also known as iPhone 16E) *Predictions
Based on current leaked information, we have compiled the latest information on the specs, design, and price of the iPhone SE4 (iPhone 16E).
- Price estimate: From about $499 (approximately 70,000 yen)
- Design: Full-screen design similar to iPhone 14, equipped with Face ID
- Display: 6.1-inch OLED (an improvement over the previous model's LCD)
- Chipset: A18 Bionic
- Camera: Single 48MP camera (enhanced portrait and night modes)
- RAM: 8GB memory
- ROM: 128GB/256GB/512GB
- Charging terminal: USB Type-C
- AI: Compatible with Apple Intelligence
- Battery performance: 3279mAh, improved from iPhone SE3
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Possibility of being named "iPhone 16E" instead of "iPhone SE4"
Some leaks have suggested that the iPhone SE4 may be called the "iPhone 16E." This is likely due to an intention to redefine the positioning of the SE series and create a more consistent product lineup. The "E" stands for "Economy" or "Essential," possibly suggesting that it is an affordable model with basic features.
A thorough comparison of the specs and prices of the iPhone SE4 (iPhone 16E), iPhone 16, and iPhone SE3! Should you wait?
On February 14th, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced on his official social media account that Apple's latest product launch event will be held on Wednesday, February 19th.
| item | iPhone SE3 | iPhone 16 | iPhone SE4 (16E) |
| Release year | 2022 | 2024 | 2025 (forecast) |
| display | 4.7-inch LCD | 6.1-inch OLED | 6.1-inch OLED (estimated) |
| Tips | A15 Bionic | A18 | A18 (prediction) |
| Apple Intelligence | Not supported | correspondence | Response (anticipated) |
| RAM | 4GB | 8GB | 8GB (estimated) |
| ROM | 64GB/128GB/256GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB | 128GB/256GB/512GB (estimated) |
| camera | 12MP single camera | Dual camera 48MP Fusion 12MP ultra-wide angle | 48MP single camera (estimated) |
| Authentication Method | Touch ID (Home button) | Face ID | Face ID (predicted) |
| port | Lightning | USB-C | USB-C (expected) |
| battery | 2018mAh | 3561mAh | 3279mAh (estimated) |
| price | Approximately 62,800 yen | Approximately 124,800 yen | Approximately 70,000 yen (estimated) |
The iPhone SE4 (16E) is expected to be positioned as a lower-priced model with performance equivalent to the iPhone 16. On the other hand, compared to the iPhone SE3, there are significant improvements in overall specifications, such as a larger display and improved chip performance.
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Additionally, if this announcement is made at an event rather than via an online press release, Apple may also announce the MacBook Air M4 model, iPad (11th generation) and AirTag 2 at the same time.
These products are confirmed to receive updates this year, and while they are usually announced at the spring event in March, this year they may be brought forward to late February.
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There is a growing possibility that Apple will announce the long-rumored "iPhone SE4 (or iPhone 16E)" at its new product launch event on February 19. Compared to the iPhone 16 and iPhone SE3, this model is expected to feature significant improvements, such as a larger display, improved chip performance, and the inclusion of Face ID.
At this event, not only is the iPhone SE4 (16E) expected to be announced, but also the MacBook Air M4 and iPad (11th generation), so attention will be focused on the latest developments from Apple. Please note that this information is based on leaks, so we will need to wait for the official announcement. We will update the latest information as it becomes available, so be sure to check back!
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