Various reports have already suggested that Apple is planning on launching a low cost iPhone in 2020, before its major WWDC 2020 event. However, the exact details regarding which smartphone model and other information have been elusive, but a new report suggests it might be the iPhone SE 2.
Although it has yet to be confirmed, the Cupertino based giant is speculated to launch the iPhone SE 2 at the 31st March 2020 event. The timeline for the launch seems plausible considering previous reports had suggested an early launch, to better capture the market as anticipation for the flagship iPhone series stretches out till the second half of a year.
Notably, Apple had launched the original iPhone SE model around the same time back in 2016. This was done to avoid the handset losing its place in the spotlight amongst its bigger and “better” variants at WWDC. In other words, it gives the smaller and more affordable version a comfortable sales period cushion before the flagship series takes center stage.
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Furthermore, it has also been reported that the upcoming Apple launch will have the device being sold as early as 3rd April 2020. Along the same lines, other finer details have also surfaced, including its $399 price tag and the company’s proprietary A13 SoC that also powers the iPhone 11 series. Since it is a “budget” Apple handset, the company will likely cut costs with a cheaper display and may even recycle the iPhone 8’s design.
The last point might disappoint iPhone SE fans that greatly appreciated a compact smartphone over the large offerings that is a lot more common today. But, since this is mainly rumors and unconfirmed reports, we will all have to wait and see what Apple has in store for us. So stay tuned for more updates regarding the upcoming launch event.
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