- Apple’s upcoming iPhone SE 4 launch could be in February itself, as per a new Bloomberg report.
- The next entry-level iPhone may be released as early as next week and may go on sale later this month.
- iPhone SE 4 will feature the A18 chip, Apple Intelligence, and a 6.1-inch OLED display with a notch and Face ID.
It’s been close to three years since we saw a new iPhone SE model, and Apple has been working on its next generation for a long time. While earlier rumors suggested a much later release window , it seems like we might see the iPhone SE 4 for the first time as early as next week .
The latest scoop comes from Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman , who revealed that Apple may announce the iPhone SE 4 sometime next week. Since there hasn’t been any official update on Apple’s end, it’s possible that Apple wouldn’t host an event for the launch of their next entry-level iPhone. Instead, it could be a simple run-of-the-mill video announcement along with a press release.
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Apple is expected to announce Beats’ new PowerBeats Pro 2 earphones on February 11. So we believe the new iPhone SE could also release around this time. If that’s true, we might soon get an official announcement date from Apple.
The iPhone SE 4 could get major upgrades in terms of design, hardware, and built-in features. It may take heavy cues from the iPhone 14’s form factor. Thus, featuring a notch (not Dynamic Island) and chucking off the thick bezel mess from its predecessor. This notch will make way for Face ID, for the first time on the SE lineup, thus eliminating Touch ID from iPhones once and for all.
On the inside, the entry-level device should get the latest Apple A18 chip that is seen on the iPhone 16 series. This means it will support Apple Intelligence and will be the cheapest iPhone to do so. We also expect it to come with a new in-house modem for cellular connectivity. This could be Apple’s strategic move to cut down its dependence on Qualcomm.
As per previous leaks, the iPhone SE 4 will include a 6.1-inch OLED display and a USB-C port . In terms of the cameras, it’s set to include a 48MP rear sensor and a 12MP selfie shooter. With these upgrades, we can expect it to be a little pricier than the iPhone SE 3, which retails for $429. But Apple may still release it in the sub-$500 price point to stay competitive among other mid-range offerings.
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- Apple and Google have officially confirmed their team-up for the next-gen Siri AI.
- The Cupertino Giant will be using Google’s Gemini for a more personalized Siri model as well as Apple Intelligence features.
- We can expect the next-gen Siri to come out with iOS 26.4, sometime in March or April.
Apple has officially confirmed joining forces with Google to use its Gemini AI model to power the next-generation Siri. It will offer a more personalized experience and will be coming out with the iOS 26.4 update. Apple also plans to leverage Gemini’s capabilities for other Apple Intelligence features as well, later down the line.
The Next-Gen Siri will be powered by Google’s Gemini AI
Apple officially confirmed that it will be partnering with Google in a statement to CNBC . Here’s what it stated, “After careful evaluation, we determined that Google’s technology provides the most capable foundation for Apple Foundation Models, and we’re excited about the innovative new experiences it will unlock for our users.”
Later, Google also shared a post on X confirming the tie-up, “Apple and Google have entered into a multi-year collaboration under which the next generation of Apple Foundation Models will be based on Google’s Gemini models and cloud technology. These models will help power future Apple Intelligence features, including a more personalized Siri coming this year.”
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Both statements clearly mention that the Cupertino Giant will be using Gemini to power its assistant Siri. This was already rumored, as Apple’s attempts to acquire Perplexity went nowhere. With Gemini, Siri will get a major AI update . It will be able to handle more nuanced conversations and provide better results. Something long-time Apple users have been asking for years.
The next-gen Siri will arrive with the iOS 26.4 update, which will launch sometime in March or April. And it is only going to be available for Apple Intelligence-supported devices .
Something else worth noting is how Google’s statement mentions that Gemini will power Apple Intelligence features. This leads us to believe that Apple could use Gemini’s multi-modal capabilities for its Writings tools , Image Playground , and Message summaries, too.
Elon Musk Not Happy With Apple and Google Tie Up
xAI CEO Elon Musk also responded to Google’s announcement post on X, sharing his thoughts on the matter by saying, “This seems like an unreasonable concentration of power for Google, given that they also have Android and Chrome.” Though we don’t expect either Apple or Google to respond to Elon, we will update the situation as it progresses.
It is worth noting that xAI is the company behind Grok, which is in hot water currently due to its inappropriate image generation fiasco , and has been getting backlash from multiple news outlets, X users, and even government authorities.
With over 4 year of experience under the belt, I cover all facets of consumer tech, from smartphones to other consumer electronics, our favorite social media apps, as well as the growing realm of AI and LLMs. As an Apps and AI writer app Beebom, I provide my expertise in all these areas, weaving stories that help you get familiar with the tech around you. But you will find me playing NYT daily puzzles in my free time.
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