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Apple launches cheaper iPhone SE amid COVID-19 crisis

By Bianca Geli
Published April 16, 2020 4:56 PM PHT

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Apple launches a cheaper version of its iPhone SE despite the COVID-19 pandemic.

Apple has just released it's iPhone SE, similar to the 2016 iPhone SE which comes with a 4.7-inch Retina HD display, Touch ID, and a starting price tag of $399.

The 2020 iPhone SE phone is equipped with A13 Bionic chip, which is the same chip found in the iPhone 11 series that launched at $699 in late 2019.

It also come with a single-camera system, with "computational photography" technology that allows for software optimized images.

A First Look at iPhone SE Portrait mode images, using Portrait Lighting effects. An effect for every mood. #ShotoniPhone by Jason N. @jason_nocito_studio with #iPhoneSE Music: “Closer To You” by @amoamomusic

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It also contains a feature called Haptic Touch for Quick Actions, which allows for more specific touch interactions in actions such as previewing messages, rearranging apps, and actions in contextual menus.

The familiar Home button will be on the SE, along with wireless-charging capable, and also supports fast-charging. Storage options include 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB.

The iPhone SE will come in three colors: black, white, and a special red variant which proceeds from which will go to anti-HIV/AIDS programs. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, proceeds will also go to coronavirus relief efforts.

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According to The Guardian, pre-orders in the US starts on Friday, April 17 with the iPhone SE units arriving on April 24 in the US and more than 40 other countries and regions.

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