iPhone 16E Launch Rumors Conflicted: Analyst Refutes Early Release Claim

A recent rumor suggested that Apple might launch the new iPhone 16E (or iPhone SE 4) earlier than expected, potentially alongside the release of iOS 18.3. However, a well-known analyst has quickly refuted these claims, suggesting the device will launch with iOS 18.4, aligning with Apple's typical release schedule. Leaker Suggests Early Launch with iOS 18.3 A leaker with a credible track record on X (formerly Twitter) claimed that the iPhone 16E, codenamed "V59," and the new entry-level iPad 11, codenamed "J481," would be released later this month with iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3. Yes, the new iPads and iPhone SE replacement are being developed on the iOS 18.3 train - but that doesn’t mean they launch together this month. It means they’ll launch before iOS 18.4, by April if all goes to plan. https://t.co/qaMSH1ImSW — Mark Gurman (@markgurman) January 7, 2025 Analyst Refutes Claim, Predicts April Release with iOS 18.4 Shortly after the rumor surfaced, prominent industry…