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iPhone SE 4 Tipped to Feature iPhone 14-Like Notch; Dummy Images Hint at Key Design Changes

iPhone SE 4 Tipped to Feature iPhone 14-Like Notch; Dummy Images Hint at Key Design Changes

iPhone SE 4 is rumoured to be in development as the successor to the iPhone SE (2022). While previous reports suggested that the purported phone could benefit from Apple’s Dynamic Island, an industry analyst has rebuffed these claims, stating that it will still have a notch design similar to the iPhone 14. Leaked dummy images shed light on the overall appearance of the iPhone SE 4 which also resembles the iPhone 14, bar the rear camera setup. iPhone SE 4’s Design Replying to a post on X (formerly Twitter), Ross Young, industry analyst and Vice President at Counterpoint Research highlighted that rumours about the iPhone SE 4 having an iPhone 14-like notch are “correct”. This goes against recent claims of Apple incorporating Dynamic Island in its most affordable iPhone model. Meanwhile, tipster Majin Bu shared a live video snippet of the purported iPhone SE 4 which gives a glimpse at its design. The phone appears to be a mix of several iPhone models in terms of design. The back of the device is reminiscent of …

Apple Pulls iPhone 14 and SE from EU Ahead of USB-C Deadline

Apple Pulls iPhone 14 and SE from EU Ahead of USB-C Deadline

As of Dec. 27, Apple has stopped selling the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, and third-generation iPhone SE in all E.U. member states, including France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. This decision follows regulations requiring electronic devices sold in these countries to feature USB-C charging ports, which these models lack. The European “Common Charging” Directive 2022/2380, which establishes new rules for radio equipment sold in the E.U., took effect on Dec. 28. Amongst other things, it mandates that most gadgets — including phones, tablets, and cameras — charge via USB-C in a bid to reduce e-waste and address market fragmentation. Beyond requiring USB-C ports, the directive mandates that devices supporting fast charging comply with the USB Power Delivery standard, enabling quicker charging speeds and up to 240W of power. Devices must also come with clear labelling that informs customers about the charging standards and capabilities. Must-read Apple coverage Why is this directive needed? A universal charging standard ensures one charger can work for multiple devices, reducing the need to own or purchase different cables. It also …

Apple Pulls iPhone 14, iPhone SE (2022) From Online Stores in EU as USB Type-C Mandate Comes Into Effect

Apple Pulls iPhone 14, iPhone SE (2022) From Online Stores in EU as USB Type-C Mandate Comes Into Effect

Apple has stopped selling iPhone 14 and the iPhone SE (2022) on its online stores in the European Union (EU). The Cupertino-based technology giant’s decision to discontinue older iPhone models is in compliance with the mandate issued by the European Parliament that was issued in October, 2022 and came into effect on December 28, 2024. It requires all small and medium-sized portable electronic devices sold in the EU bloc to have a common charging port — USB Type-C. While Apple’s newer models such as the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 come equipped with the aforementioned port, several of its older devices, which are being discontinued in the EU, still feature the company’s proprietary lightning port. However, the EU’s mandate means even older devices must be sold with a USB Type-C charger, due to which the technology giant is pulling iPhone 14 and iPhone SE (2022) from its online stores. Gadgets 360 can confirm that Apple’s decision has already come into effect. Apple stores in regions part of the EU such as Belgium, Denmark, France, Italy, …

iPhone 13 at Rs. 37,999 on Amazon vs iPhone 14 at Rs. 49,999 on Flipkart: Which Is a Better Deal?

Flipkart’s Big Billion Days Sale and Amazon Great Indian Festival Sale kicked off on Friday, a day after early access was made available to Flipkart Plus and Amazon Prime members, respectively. As part of these sale events, which have now entered their second day, customers can access deals and discounts on a range of products — especially consumer electronics. Amazon is offering discounts on the iPhone 13, while Flipkart is offering a discount on the iPhone 14, which is also heavily discounted as part of the platform’s ongoing sale. If you’re looking to buy a new smartphone or upgrade your laptop during the ongoing sale, you can refer to our handy guides that delve into some of the best offers available on Flipkart and Amazon. Don’t forget to check our list of the best budget TWS earphones deals during the sale. With that said, let’s take a look at the iPhone 13 (Review) deal on Amazon and how it compares with the iPhone 14 (Review) offer on Flipkart. It’s worth noting that this price is likely …

iPhone 14, iPhone 12 Price in India Discounted on Flipkart Ahead of Big Saving Days Sale

Flipkart’s Big Saving Days Sale will begin on May 3. Just days ahead of the annual sale event, the e-commerce website has listed iPhone 14 and iPhone 12 at discounted rates. Flipkart is offering additional discounts for purchases made through select bank cards and EMI transactions. There are exchange offers as well. The iPhone 14 runs on Apple’s A15 Bionic SoC, while the iPhone 12 is powered by Apple’s A14 Bionic chip. The iPhone 14 Blue colour variant with 128GB storage is currently listed at Rs. 54,999 on Flipkart, down from the launch price of Rs. 69,990. The 256GB and 512GB variants are listed at Rs. 68,999 and Rs. 88,999, respectively. Customers can avail up to Rs. 1,500 off on payments made through Citi branded credit card and EMI transactions. The e-commerce website is offering Rs. 750 cashback for customers purchasing the handset using OneCard credit cards. Further, there is up to Rs. 47,100 exchange discount. UPI transactions are eligible to get Rs. 500 off. iPhone 14 Blue 128GB VariantPhoto Credit: Flipkart   Similarly, Flipkart has listed the 128GB variant of …

iPhone 16 Lineup Could All Feature an A18 Chip, iOS 18 Code Reportedly Suggests

Apple packed ‌an older A16 chip on the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus models this year, while the top-of-the-range ‌iPhone 15 Pro‌ and iPhone 15 Pro Max debuted with an all-new A17 Pro chip. Now, early leaks indicate that the Cupertino-based tech giant will use an A18 processor in all iPhone 16 models. Early development versions of the iOS 18 operating system reportedly include references to four new iPhone models with an A18 chip. As per a report by Macrumors, early development versions of the iOS 18 operating system contain references to four new iPhone models. These models, believed to be the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max, are reportedly internally referenced as D47, D48, D93, and D94, respectively. The codes from iOS 18 reportedly indicate that Apple will pack a new SoC – t8140 – Tahiti in the entire ‌iPhone 16‌ range. This codename is said to be associated with the A18 chip. This corroborates earlier rumours. Apple’s recent iPhone 15 series and iPhone 14 series …

iPhone 16 Pro May Get Under-Display Face ID, All iPhone 15 Models May Get Dynamic Island: Report

Apple launched its iPhone 14 series with four models in September last year. The Cupertino giant is yet to confirm anything about the new iPhone 15 series, but rumours of the 2024 iPhone models, speculated to be the iPhone 16 series, have already started coming in. A new report suggests that Apple’s iPhone 16 Pro will feature an under-display face ID. The lens used for ‌facial recognition will not be visible when not in use. Only the lens cutout for the front camera will be visible. Further, all iPhone 15 models are expected to come with a Dynamic Island feature that is currently available only on the iPhone 14 Pro models. According to a report by The Elec (in Korean), Apple could bring the under-display Face ID for the iPhone 16 Pro. The biometric security that is used for securely unlocking the device would look like a normal display when it is not in use. With this, when the display is turned on, only the lens cutout for the front camera will be visible. Also, the sense of …

Apple to Use Custom Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Chip in 2025, Plans to Replace Broadcom: Report

Apple plans to replace a Broadcom chip from its devices with an in-house design in 2025, Bloomberg News reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. The iPhone maker has been working to limit its reliance on other chipmakers, having moved to its own line of chips for recent models of its Mac computers, replacing those from Intel. Apple plans to replace Broadcom’s Wi-Fi and Bluetooth chip, according to the Bloomberg News report, which added that Apple is the US chipmaker’s largest customer. The Cupertino, California-based company accounts for about 20 percent of Broadcom’s revenue. Apple’s decision is likely to hit Broadcom revenue by about $1 billion (roughly Rs. 8,221 crore) to $1.5 billion (roughly Rs. 12,336 crore), said Stacy Rasgon, an analyst with financial services firm AB Bernstein. He, however, added that Broadcom’s radio frequency, or RF, chips were complex to design and manufacture and were unlikely to be replaced in the short term. Shares of Broadcom ended 2 percent lower. Apple and Broadcom did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for …

iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus Models Tipped to Debut With 48-Megapixel Wide Cameras, A16 Bionic SoC

Apple is reportedly planning to pack a 48-megapixel primary rear camera sensor in iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus models this year. The larger camera sensors are currently exclusive to the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max units. The regular iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus feature similar dual 12-megapixel rear camera units. The non-pro models of the iPhone 15 series are also said to come with a USB Type-C port instead of a Lightning charging port. They are expected to be powered by the company’s A16 Bionic chip, that is currently available on iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. As reported by 9to5Mac, Jeff Pu of Haitong Intl Tech Research forecast the camera setup and specifications of the iPhone 15 models in a research note. The analyst said that the two non Pro models in the lineup will have a three-stacked sensor with a 48-megapixel wide lens. This will be an upgrade over the current iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus as both come with a 12-megapixel wide-angle camera at the …

Apple Expands Emergency SOS via Satellite Feature to iPhone 14 Users in France, Germany, Ireland, UK

Apple’s satellite-based SOS emergency service was unveiled in September this year alongside the iPhone 14 lineup. On Tuesday, the Cupertino giant has announced the expansion of the new functionality to more regions. The feature that allows users to text emergency services when they do not have a cellular network is now available to iPhone 14 series users in the UK, France, Germany, and Ireland. Emergency SOS via satellite is already available in the US and Canada. The service is free for the first two years. The iPhone maker on Tuesday announced the expansion of its Emergency SOS via satellite service to iPhone 14 series users in the UK, France, Germany and Ireland. The feature allows users to send emergency messages while outside of cellular and Wi-Fi coverage. It also lets users share their location via satellite through the Find My app on their iPhone units. Apple’s Emergency SOS via Satellite feature is available to iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max models running on iOS 16.1 and newer versions in supported …