The Cupertino-based tech giant is rumored to be currently negotiating with LG over a possible deal for the displays of iPhone SE 2. Several sources state that the LCD panels of LG are already on its last-minute quality checks. Apple is anticipated to begin manufacturing the next iPhone iteration in the later part of 2019 ahead of its rumored first quarter of 2020 release.
The rumored Apple iPhone SE 2, according to TFI analyst and Apple tipster Ming-Chi Kuo will have a strong resemblance with the iPhone 8 in terms of design. Additionally, the upcoming device is anticipated to house Apple's A13 Bionic chip, which is the same SoC that the iPhone 11 series houses. Moreover, the iPhone SE 2 is expected to sport a 4.7-inch Retina display but will surprisingly not have an OLED screen.
Korean news outlet The Elec cites several sources on its report stating that LG is in talks with the Cupertino-based tech giant to supply the LCD screens of the iPhone SE 2. The report also says that LG is currently undergoing restructuring and reshuffling, and it could not afford to be choosy. The rumored deal is not yet complete. However, the report says that as soon as it is done, LG Display will work to adjust its module manufacturing equipment.
Initially, the order from Apple will be small in size, predicts the report. Previously, LG utilized mass production facilities when it supplied LCD panels for the more expensive iPhone models. However, Apple shifted to OLED screens and primarily sourced it from Samsung, making the company less reliant on LG Display.
Meanwhile, the iPhone SE 2 is anticipated to feature 3 GB of Ram and Touch ID but without the 3D touch, Ming-Chi Kuo predicted. The Taiwan-based analyst also previously stated that the upcoming iPhone SE 2 would be available in space gray, silver, and red color variants. Additionally, it will come in 64 GB or 128 GB of storage.
Other predictions about the iPhone SE 2 include its release window, presumably in the first quarter of 2020. The device is anticipated to release along with Apple's AR Glasses. The upcoming iPhone is also rumored to be released at a more affordable price point, which, according to tech enthusiasts, could significantly contribute to Apple's sales in mid-2020.
However exciting the details about the iPhone SE 2 sound, it is still worth noting that these do not come from Apple but are rather speculations, predictions, and rumors. Because of this, we suggest that you take the information with a hefty amount of salt and with skepticism. iPhone SE 2 is anticipated to be retailed at $399.
