Apple may launch the third-generation iPhone SE in 2022Q1

Although Apple’s molds that have lasted for several years are still used in appearance, the iPhone SE is not a product that often appears in Apple’s product line, but it occupies a considerable part of the sales of iPhones. According to statistics, the second-generation iPhone SE ranks second in the global smartphone sales list in 2020, capturing a lot of market share for Apple. In addition to the relatively affordable price in the iPhone product line, the reason why individual users like the iPhone SE is Touch ID, which has been very useful during the COVID-19 pandemic in the past two years.

According to TrendForce’s research report, Apple may launch the third-generation iPhone SE in the first quarter of 2022 to seize the mid-range 5G smartphone market. It is expected that the number of products in 2022 will reach 25-30 million units. In terms of design, the third-generation iPhone SE should not be much different from existing products. It still uses a 4.7-inch screen and Touch ID, However, it will be upgraded to a 5G network, and it is rumored that A15 Bionic may be adopted. In addition, there is news that Apple is still developing a larger iPhone SE model, which will be launched in 2023. Recently, with the four models of the iPhone 13 series, Apple has increased its global market share to second place.

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TrendForce also pointed out that the total output of smartphones in the third quarter of 2021 is approximately 325 million units, an increase of 5.7% from the previous quarter. It is estimated that the total products for the whole year of 2021 will be 1.335 billion units, a year-on-year increase of 6.5%, which is lower than previous expectations, mainly due to the shortage of component supply. TrendForce said that based on the current global epidemic, production capacity, inflationary pressure, and other aspects, the production of smartphones is still unlikely to return to the level before the coronavirus epidemic, and it may even further weaken demand.