Four things to expect from the next-generation iPhone SE

While the iPhone 16 is getting the most attention, Apple also has another new iPhone model in the works. The iPhone SE 4 is expected to be a dramatic update to Apple’s most affordable iPhone, with an all-new design, a USB-C port for charging and more.

Here are four things to expect from the iPhone SE 4.

iPhone SE 4: New features

New design with larger screen

The biggest change for the iPhone SE 4 will be its design. The current-generation iPhone SE features an iPhone 8-style design with large bezels around the 4.7-inch screen and a Home button at the bottom. The iPhone SE 4, however, would bring a modern redesign similar to the iPhone 14.

According to leaked CAD files, the iPhone SE 4 will feature a 6.1-inch OLED display with a notch at the top. We can also expect a new flat-edged design instead of the current rounded edges of the iPhone SE.

According to 91mobiles, the iPhone SE 4 will measure 147.7 x 71.5 x 7.7 mm. The current iPhone SE measures 138.4 x 67.3 x 7.3mm.

Face ID

While the current iPhone SE has a Home button with Touch ID, the next-generation iPhone SE 4 would make the jump to Face ID.

This change is made possible by the new design of the iPhone SE 4 with a notch in which the Face ID components will be housed.

Faster performance

The third generation iPhone SE is powered by the A15 Bionic chip, which offers excellent performance despite the low price of the device. The iPhone SE 4 will further improve this performance.

It’s unclear exactly which Apple Silicon chip the iPhone SE will use. The likely outcome, however, is that it will be powered by the A17 processor.

USB-C

Finally, the iPhone SE 4 will switch from Lightning to USB-C for charging. This corresponds to the latest iPhone 15 range and is legally required due to European Union legislation.

Conclude

As for the iPhone SE 4 release date… that turns out to be an ever-changing topic. It is currently expected that this will not be the case before 2025.

The device has been the subject of recurring rumors over the past 18 months. Most recently, a supply chain report indicated that Apple’s partners were preparing for a 2025 launch.

What do you think of the iPhone SE 4 rumor? Is this a logical addition to Apple’s lineup, or is it time for Apple to abandon the “iPhone SE” strategy altogether?