iOS 18.3 Leak Hints at iPhone SE 4, iPad 11, and iPad Air Launch Timeline
It looks like Apple might be gearing up to launch some exciting new devices, including the iPhone SE 4, the 11th-generation iPad, and the next iPad Air as iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18 hint. While there’s no official announcement yet, some fresh details suggest these products could hit the shelves pretty soon.
A reliable source on the platform X (formerly Twitter) shared that these upcoming devices will come preloaded with iOS 18.3 or iPadOS 18.3. Although the exact release dates are still under wraps, this tidbit hints that Apple might reveal the devices by March or April, before rolling out iOS 18.4 and iPadOS 18.4.
iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 Build Leaks:
The person behind this leak has a solid track record when it comes to iOS updates. They even posted the build numbers for the software versions tied to these devices, which adds more weight to their claims. Out of respect for their request, we’re not linking directly to their account, but here’s what they shared:
- iOS 18.3 for the iPhone SE (4th generation): Build 22D8062
- iPadOS 18.3 for the iPad 11 and iPad Air (2025): Builds 22D2060 and 22D2062
Apple has already seeded the final beta versions of iOS 18.3 and iPadOS 18.3 this week, and the updates are expected to roll out next week for existing iPhones and iPads.
Other Apple Announcements on the Horizon
According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple’s first big product launch of 2025 could actually be the new 13-inch and 15-inch MacBook Air models powered by the M4 chip. These might make their debut before the iPhone SE 4, iPad 11, or iPad Air are unveiled.
What We Know About the iPhone SE 4
The upcoming iPhone SE is rumored to borrow its design from either the iPhone 14 or iPhone 16, meaning it’ll have a more modern look compared to earlier SE models. Some of the expected features include:
- A 6.1-inch OLED display
- Face ID support
- A USB-C port
- A single 48-megapixel rear camera
- The latest A-series chip for faster performance
- 8GB of RAM, which will help support Apple Intelligence features
- Apple’s first in-house 5G modem
- iOS 18.3
What About the New iPads?
The entry-level iPad 11 is said to be powered by the A17 Pro chip and include 8GB of RAM, which should make it capable of running Apple’s latest Intelligence features.
As for the iPad Air, there’s some debate about what chip it will get. Some leaks suggest it might feature the M3 chip, while others hint it could be upgraded to the M4 chip, just like the latest iPad Pro models. Either way, the iPad Air is shaping up to be a powerful device.
Fresh Accessories on the Way
To complement the new iPads, Apple is also expected to release updated Magic Keyboards designed specifically for the iPad 11 and iPad Air. These could make the tablets even more versatile, especially for users who rely on them for work or creative tasks.
