While the excitement around the newly released iPhone 16 is still fresh, whispers about Apple's next budget-friendly device, the iPhone SE 4, are growing louder.
Launch Timeline for the iPhone SE 4
Unlike the annual updates of flagship models, the SE series comes out less frequently. The current three models were launched in 2016, 2020, and 2022. A recent rumor hints that the iPhone SE 4 may hit the market in early 2025.
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, who is a trusted source regarding Apple news, the company is preparing to unveil the iPhone SE “early next year.” He cites unnamed insiders who are knowledgeable about the project, confirming that the device is being referred to as “V59” and is aimed at taking on budget Android phones, particularly in the Chinese market.
Design Changes Ahead
The tech giant from Cupertinio is anticipated to introduce some significant changes in the design of the iPhone SE 4. Speculations indicate that Apple will finally retire the iPhone 8-style design, opting instead for something more akin to the iPhone 16.
However, Mark Gurman suggests that the SE 4 might actually look more like the iPhone 14 instead of the iPhone 16. Even if this design isn’t the latest, it would still represent a considerable improvement over the aging iPhone 8 aesthetics.
Features and Specifications
There will no longer be a home button with bulky bezels on the front. But it's important to mention that the phone will keep the notch and won't feature Dynamic Island. Despite the somewhat older design, the iPhone SE 4 could potentially incorporate one of the standout features from the iPhone 16 series — Apple Intelligence.
The good news is that this feature comes with specific hardware requirements, including a minimum of an A18 processor and 8GB of RAM. This means that the iPhone SE 4, by including Apple Intelligence, essentially confirms its chip and memory capabilities. This enhanced hardware will surely make the SE 4 a compelling option for users interested in experiencing Apple Intelligence, guaranteeing at least a modern processor and sufficient RAM.
