The iPhone SE4 is Coming: Saying Goodbye to LCD, Embracing OLED, Performance Level Up

The iPhone SE4 is Coming: Saying Goodbye to LCD, Embracing OLED, Performance Level UpIn the smartphone market, Apple's influence has always been a strong presence. However, the high price of iPhone products has discouraged many users

The iPhone SE4 is Coming: Saying Goodbye to LCD, Embracing OLED, Performance Level Up

In the smartphone market, Apple's influence has always been a strong presence. However, the high price of iPhone products has discouraged many users. To meet the needs of more users, Apple launched the iPhone SE series, offering an excellent user experience at a relatively affordable price. However, unlike the iPhone digital series, the SE version's update iteration speed has been slow, making many Apple fans have to wait patiently for the release of a new model.

Currently, the highly anticipated iPhone SE4 is coming soon, and it will completely say goodbye to the traditional LCD screen and adopt a more advanced OLED display. Compared to LCD, OLED has a deeper black performance and a wider viewing angle, which can present a more vivid and realistic picture. As early as 2017, Apple introduced the OLED screen for the first time on the iPhone X, and its excellent display effect has been widely recognized. However, due to cost control and market demand considerations, Apple did not immediately popularize OLED screens in all iPhone products, and continued to use LCD screens on entry-level models such as the iPhone SE.

With the continuous maturity and cost reduction of OLED technology, according to media reports, all new iPhones released starting in 2025 will adopt OLED displays. This shift in strategy has dealt a major blow to major Apple LCD screen suppliers such as Sharp and Japan Display (JDI). Sharp has begun to shrink its LCD business and close some production lines; while JDI is caught in a predicament of overcapacity and continuous losses, and has to adjust its business strategy to cope with changes in the market.

Although saying goodbye to the LCD screen may be a regret for some users, it is a good thing for the future development of Apple phones.

So, what surprises will the upcoming iPhone SE4 bring?

It is reported that the iPhone SE4 will be equipped with a 6.1-inch OLED display, and may adopt a notch design similar to the iPhone 14, with FaceID support. In terms of body design, the iPhone SE4 is expected to draw on the classic styling of the iPhone 8 Plus, especially its dual rear camera design. However, there are also rumors that the iPhone SE4 will adopt a single-lens module design, but the lens parameters will be upgraded to 48 million pixels.

In terms of core configuration, the iPhone SE4 will see a significant upgrade. It is rumored to be powered by Apple's latest A18 bionic chip, which is manufactured using TSMC's top-of-the-line 3nm process, boasting impressive performance and power consumption. More importantly, the A18 chip will support Apple's artificial intelligence AppleIntelligence, with a powerful NPU core, which will bring even more powerful AI features to the iPhone SE4. At the same time, the running memory may be upgraded to 8GB, forming a golden combination with the A18 chip, bringing a smoother user experience.

In addition, the iPhone SE4 is expected to be equipped with Apple's self-developed 5G baseband chip, improving the signal problems that have long been criticized by users of Apple devices. Although the specific battery capacity has not been announced, considering the self-illuminating properties of the OLED screen and the power consumption optimization of the A18 chip, the iPhone SE4's battery life is worth looking forward to.

In terms of details, the iPhone SE4 will also be equipped with a USB-C interface and is expected to support IP68 dust and water resistance. However, due to upgrades in screen, chip, and camera, the price of the iPhone SE4 is expected to increase. There are reports that its starting price may reach around $499 (about 3,600 yuan). Although the price has increased, considering its powerful configuration and performance, the iPhone SE4 is still very attractive.

In conclusion, the arrival of the iPhone SE4 will mark a major update for Apple in the entry-level phone market. Saying goodbye to LCD and embracing OLED, equipped with the A18 chip, and a series of other upgrades, will bring users a better user experience. Although this may be a regret for users who like LCD screens, it is an important leap for the future development of Apple phones.