Apple will officially unveil the new member of its affordable iPhone series, the iPhone SE 4, on February 19. While the new model comes with an appearance similar to the modern design of the iPhone 14, its most striking innovation is that it is equipped with Apple’s own 5G modem. However, it is rumored that this could lead to a new legal battle between Qualcomm and Apple. Details in our news…
What are the sales prospects for the iPhone SE 4? Problems with Qualcomm
Renowned analyst Ming-Chi Kuo predicts that the new SE model will sell 12 million units in the first half of 2025 and 10 million in the second half. If the predictions are correct, the iPhone SE 4 could slightly surpass the previous SE models with approximately 22 million annual sales. Much will depend on how much Apple will price the new model.
On the other hand, Apple is preparing to use its own 5G modem for the first time with the iPhone SE 4. However, Qualcomm may not like this. Because Ming-Chi Kuo says that Qualcomm will closely examine Apple’s modem and may sue if it detects patent infringement.
Qualcomm has been the main supplier of 5G modems to Apple until now, and this change could cause the company to lose revenue. If Qualcomm’s patented technologies are found in Apple’s new modem, Apple could face a huge lawsuit.
The new SE model will continue to offer Apple’s latest technologies in an affordable model. If we talk about the features of the device, here are the expected technical details of the new model:
- Display: 6.1-inch OLED screen, notched design
- Processor: Apple A18 chip
- RAM 8 GB
- Connectivity 5G and USB-C support
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- Biometric ID Face ID support
- Cameras
- Front Camera 12 MP
- Rear Camera: 48 MP
In short, Apple is trying to attract more users in the mid-segment market by renewing the SE series. However, the success of this model may depend on pricing and possible legal issues with Qualcomm. Do you think the iPhone SE 4 is a sensible option for budget iPhone users? You can write your opinions in the comments section below…
