Ahead Of iPhone 17 Launch, 5 Apple Devices Coming: iPhone SE 4, M4 MacBook Air, iPad 11, More
Apple's iPhone SE 4 is gearing up to be one of the most sought after launches because of its low price. There are a slew of other exciting launches in early 2025 well before the iPhone 17 launch.
Even as January 2025 draws to a close, it brings us closer to Apple’s stellar lineup of upcoming smartphones and other devices. The first is Apple’s next iPhone, the iPhone SE 4, which is gearing up to be one of the most sought smartphones around because of its low price and advanced features. However, the buck doesn’t stop there. There’s a slew of other exciting launches, ahead of iPhone 17 launch, in early 2025 including M4 MacBook Air and iPad 11. Take a look.
iPhone SE 4 Launch Date
Expected release: March/April
The low-cost iPhone SE 4, aka iPhone 16e, is the most anticipated release from Apple early in 2025. Here are some rumoured and expected features of iPhone SE 4:
Design similar to iPhone 14, with 6.1-inch OLED display
Face ID for the first time in SE range
A18 Bionic chip, the same as iPhone 16
48MP primary camera, with Smart HDR and Night Mode
Apple Intelligence features such as Image Playground, updated Siri, Writing Tools, and more
Dynamic Island
Apple-developed 5G modem
USB Type-C charging support
8GB RAM with 128GB storage
M4 MacBook Air Launch Date
Expected release: March/April
Apple fans are eagerly awaiting the M4-powered MacBook Air. Here’s what to anticipate when it comes to MacBook Air features:
M4 chip
16GB RAM to support AI features
13-inch and 15-inch sizes
12MP forward-facing camera with Center Stage software support
Support two external displays simultaneously with lid open
Nano-texture display to cut glare
Thunderbolt 4 port
iPad 11 Launch Date
Expected release: March/April
Apple is expected to unveil the new iPad 11, which was absent from the 2024 iPad lineup update, in spring. Here are the rumoured features:
A17 Pro chip (or M3 chip)
8GB RAM for supporting AI features
iPad Air-like design and 10.9-inch display
USB-C port with Apple Pencil support
Apple-made 5G modem
Wi-Fi 6E/7 support
Bluetooth 5.3
5G support
Magic Keyboard
New accessories
M3 (Or M4) iPad Air Launch Date
Expected release: March/April
The latest iPad Airs will focus more on specification improvements than design modifications. Here’s what to expect:
M3, or even M4 chip (as hinted by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman)
In-house 5G modem
11-inch and 13-inch sizes
Magic Keyboard
90Hz display
Wi-Fi 7 support
No major design changes expected
'HomePad' Launch
Expected release: March/April
Apple is developing an AI-powered wall tablet to help control smart home appliances. Here’s what the 'HomePad' smart display might feature:
Apple’s HomeKit ecosystem
New homeOS operating system
Leverage Apple Intelligence and Siri
App Intents feature to control software
Customisable home screen
iOS-style widgets and smart home controls
Run Apple apps such as Safari, Notes, and Calendar
6-inch display
Built-in battery
Wall-mounting adapters
Base with extra speakers for desk, nightstand, or table use
