A new leak has surfaced on Weibo, possibly disclosing information about Apple's upcoming iPhone 16 series and the iPhone SE 4, as reported by Smartprix. While intriguing, the legitimacy of these leaks hasn't been confirmed, so it's best to view them with skepticism.
iPhone SE 4
The leaked promotional material hints at a substantial design overhaul for the iPhone SE 4. It suggests the device will sport a larger 6.1-inch screen akin to the iPhone 14, complete with a notch at the top for Face ID integration.
A major revelation could be the potential inclusion of the A18 Bionic chip, the same processor anticipated for the iPhone 16 series. If accurate, this would mean the iPhone SE 4 could deliver high-end performance at a price that's easier on the wallet, with the leak indicating a price tag around 4199 Yuan (~ $599).
Although the front design is expected to resemble the iPhone 14, details about the phone's back are sparse. It's rumored to retain the single rear camera setup seen in earlier SE models.
iPhone 16 Pro
According to the leaked marketing material, the iPhone 16 Pro may not differ significantly in design from the iPhone 15 Pro, except for a new dedicated camera button positioned on the lower right side.
Internally, the iPhone 16 Pro is speculated to be equipped with the A18 Pro chip, offering a sensible upgrade over previous models.
The leak also reveals that the phone's ultrawide camera could feature a 48-megapixel ultra-wide-angle sensor with "ultra-thin prism reflection technology." This advancement, supposedly supported by the A18 Pro’s neural network engine, might enhance image quality and possibly enable features like spatial video for Apple’s Vision Pro headset.
Color choices for the iPhone 16 Pro are said to include Black, White, Blue, and Yellow, with no mention of a Bronze option, suggesting it might be exclusive to the Pro Max variant.
The iPhone 16 series is expected to debut globally on September 10, according to a recent report. Meanwhile, the iPhone SE 4 is anticipated to release in the first quarter of 2025.
