Apple’s budget-friendly iPhone SE lineup is due for an update, with the iPhone SE 4 rumored to bring significant changes to the design and features.
While details are still emerging, here’s what we know so far about the upcoming iPhone SE 4:
iPhone SE 4 Release Date
The iPhone SE 4’s release date is still uncertain, but recent rumors suggest it may launch in early 2025. Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo initially reported that the device was canceled, but later said the project had been revived. Apple’s iPhone SE release schedule has been inconsistent, with gaps of 4 years between the first two models and 2 years between the second and third.
iPhone SE 4 Design
The iPhone SE 4 is expected to feature a major design overhaul, moving away from the iPhone 8-inspired look of the current model. Rumors indicate it will adopt an all-screen design similar to the iPhone 14, with a notch for the front-facing camera and Face ID. This would mean the elimination of the Touch ID home button. The phone may also include a USB-C port instead of Lightning.
iPhone SE 4 Display
The iPhone SE 4 is rumored to have a 6.1-inch display, matching the size of the iPhone 14. It’s expected to use OLED technology, unlike the current LCD panel. Leaked case designs suggest the phone may feature an iPhone 14-style chassis.
iPhone SE 4 Camera
While the iPhone SE 3 has a single 12MP rear camera, the SE 4 is rumored to upgrade to a single 48MP camera. This would bring it in line with the main camera on the iPhone 15 series.
iPhone SE 4 Price
Apple has kept the iPhone SE pricing competitive, with the SE 3 starting at $429. Rumors suggest the SE 4 could see a price increase to around $499, though this remains speculative.
