Apple sends out invite for March 21 event; likely to unveil iPhone SE

Zee Media Bureau

New Delhi: Apple Inc on Thursday sent out an invitation for a March 21 event where it is expected to unveil new iPhone and iPad models.

“Let us loop you in” said the invitation of the event that is to take place at the company's campus in the Silicon Valley city of Cupertino in California.

Sending out a media invite for the event is in keeping with the company's tradition.

During the March Event, it is rumoured that a new iPhone, reportedly, the iPhone SE is expected to be unveiled.

This launch of the 4-inch screen iPhone, however, comes almost six months earlier than the Apple event that is usually held in September every year.

And as for the features, reports and leaks of the smartphone suggest, the iPhone SE will feature a 4-inch screen and be powered by 64-bit A9 processor. It will also feature a 12-megapixel camera with support for Live Photos, NFC and Apple Pay support among others.

It will come with up to 64GB of storage and more and have a 1,642 mAh battery.

iPhone SE will, however, not have the 3D Touch feature, says report.