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However, now that it is back in the reckoning, here is what we know about the smaller iPhone range. This new version will likely be the largest ever what with rumors claiming it will come with a 6.1-inch OLED display this time. Also, the display is going to be flanked by thinner bezels on all sides. This will also make for the biggest makeover for the iPhone SE range that has so far featured a dated look and feel even though it sported updated specs inside.
However, the upcoming iPhone SE is expected to feature a new 5G chip designed in-house by Apple
All of this will make for a hefty upgrade over the current iPhone SE model which comes with a 4.7-inch LCD display and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X57 chip on the other side of it. However, the new 5G chip will only support sub-6GHz bands of 5G.
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- 4.7-inch Retina HD display. 5G capable
- Advanced single-camera system with 12MP Wide camera; Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, Portrait mode, and 4K video up to 60 fps
- 7MP FaceTime HD camera with Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, Portrait mode, and 1080p video recording. Home button with Touch ID for secure authentication
- A15 Bionic chip for lightning-fast performance. Durable design and IP67 water resistance
- Up to 15 hours of video playback
The iPhone SE is expected to be similar in design to the standard iPhone 14, and the display will be supplied by BOE, a Chinese manufacturer. Although Kuo didn’t specify a release date, it’s likely to be sometime after March 2024, based on previous release dates.
The current iPhone SE, released in March 2022, was priced at $429 in the US and still uses a Home button and Touch ID, but the new model is expected to feature Face ID, similar to the iPhone 14. However, it will be interesting to see how affordable the new iPhone SE is going to be considering that an affordable price tag used to be one of the biggest USPs of the SE range.
Quick Recap
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- This phone is unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice on GSM and CDMA networks (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US Cellular, Cricket, Metro, Tracfone, Mint Mobile, etc.).
- Please check with your carrier to verify compatibility.
- When you receive the phone, insert a SIM card from a compatible carrier. Then, turn it on, connect to Wi-Fi, and follow the on screen prompts to activate service.
- The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It does include a generic (Mfi certified) charging cable.
- Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.
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- 4.7-inch Retina HD display. 5G capable
- Advanced single-camera system with 12MP Wide camera; Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, Portrait mode, and 4K video up to 60 fps
- 7MP FaceTime HD camera with Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, Portrait mode, and 1080p video recording. Home button with Touch ID for secure authentication
- Up to 15 hours of video playback
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- This phone is unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice on GSM and CDMA networks (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US Cellular, Cricket, Metro, Tracfone, Mint Mobile, etc.).
- Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.
- Successfully passed a full diagnostic test which ensures like-new functionality and removal of any prior-user personal information.
- The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It does include a generic (Mfi certified) charging cable.
- Inspected and guaranteed to have minimal cosmetic damage, which is not noticeable when the device is held at arm's length.
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- This phone is unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice on GSM and CDMA networks (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US Cellular, Cricket, Metro, Tracfone, Mint Mobile, etc.).
- Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.
- Successfully passed a full diagnostic test which ensures like-new functionality and removal of any prior-user personal information.
- The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It does include a generic (Mfi certified) charging cable.
- Inspected and guaranteed to have minimal cosmetic damage, which is not noticeable when the device is held at arm's length.
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