Apple is reportedly gearing up to launch its next-generation iPhone SE very soon. It could be called either the iPhone SE (4th Gen) or the iPhone 16E.
We have been hearing a ton of rumors about the upcoming 4th gen iPhone SE for the past few years. And finally, all the rumors are coming to an end.
According to a report from Bloomberg, the iPhone SE (4th Gen) could be announced as early as next week. And it might be available for purchase later this month. This suggests Apple will announce ahead of its possible spring event. Notably, Apple may not hold a launch event for the new iPhone SE. Instead, it could be listed directly on its official website following a press release.
The reason for not waiting until the possible spring event could be it’s already high time, as the 2022 iPhone SE model is now outdated. On top of that, Apple has already discontinued the current iPhone SE in the EU to comply with local laws requiring USB-C. So, launching a compliant new iPhone SE as soon as possible will allow Apple to make the phone available in stores.
Apple has not officially confirmed yet any details about the new iPhone SE, but rumors suggest we could see significant upgrades compared to the predecessor.
The iPhone SE (4th Gen) might look like the iPhone 14, meaning it will finally ditch the home button seen on the predecessor in favor of Face ID — a technology that allows users to unlock their phones by just scanning their faces.
Besides, the A18 chip may power the device, which offers support for Apple Intelligence — the company’s suite of artificial intelligence (AI) features.
As far as pricing is concerned, the iPhone SE (4th Gen) might be more expensive than its predecessor. And the reason behind it could be its revamped design and a slew of new features. That said, Apple could keep it at a competitive price to lure buyers.
Rumors indicate it could be priced at $499 in the US. In comparison, the current iPhone SE costs $429. So, if you are looking for an affordable iPhone with modern features, you can look into the new iPhone SE.
