What we know about the Apple iPhone SE

Leaked images and rumours suggest the 2025 iPhone SE will feature a notch and a single rear camera (Image: Majin Bu)

Apple is expected to announce a redesigned iPhone SE this week, potentially shaking up its budget-friendly lineup. Rumours point to a website announcement, likely Tuesday or Wednesday morning rather than a full event.

The new SE is anticipated to ditch the home button and thick bezels for a design similar to the iPhone 14, complete with Face ID in a notch and a larger 6.1-inch OLED screen. Other rumoured features include a customizable Action button, a single rear camera (possibly upgraded to 48 megapixels), and a USB-C port. 

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Apple patches critical iPhone security flaw

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Apple has released iOS 18.3.1 and iPadOS 18.3.1 to patch a critical security flaw that could allow attackers to steal data from locked iPhones and iPads.

The vulnerability, discovered by security expert Bill Marxzak and reported by Citizen Lab at the University of Toronto, bypasses the USB Restricted Mode, a security feature designed to prevent data extraction from locked devices. Apple confirms the vulnerability has been exploited in the wild, though details of the attacks remain undisclosed.

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Apple still pursuing standalone AR glasses

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Apple has reportedly scrapped its plans for Mac-tethered augmented reality (AR) glasses, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. The cancelled project, resembling regular glasses with built-in displays, would have required a connection to a Mac computer. This decision, while seemingly a setback, doesn't signal an end to Apple's AR ambitions. 

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Apple launches Invites event planning app

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Apple has unveiled an app called Invites designed to streamline event planning within its ecosystem. The app allows Apple device owners to create custom event invitations, share links, and integrate shared photo albums and Apple Music playlists. Weather and Maps widgets are also included for planning and navigation.  

While an iCloud+ subscription is required to create invites, anyone, including Android users, can RSVP and access event details, albeit with a few extra steps. This move positions Apple to compete with platforms like Canva and newer event-planning apps like Partiful.  

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