Rumors spread on Tuesday that Apple would release the new iPhone SE and iPads alongside iOS 18.3 later in January, but they have been quickly dismissed by a more reliable source.

Contrary to recent speculations of a January release, Apple 's upcoming iPhone SE 4 (or iPhone 16E) and new iPad models are now expected to launch by April. This comes from Mark Gurman, a well-respected source in the tech industry. He suggests that these products are being developed with iOS 18.3 as their OS for the launch.

E arlier this week, there were rumours that the iPhone SE 4, or the iPhone 16e, or whatever Apple ends up calling it, would launch this month in January. This was completely contr

The iPhone SE 4 has seen a lot of rumors in recent months, including the possiblity of a name change. While there appears to be plenty to be excited for, like access to Apple Intelligence, it's almost certain we won't get official confirmation of a release date until Apple itself announces the existence of the device.

Different sources have already reported on the possible launch of new iPads and iPhone SE 4 in the first half of 2025. While Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman previously said that these products will be launched in the spring,