iPhone SE 4: From Larger Display to Enhanced Camera, All Details About Apple's Upcoming Budget-Friendly Phone
The iPhone 16 Pro Max currently stands as Apple's top-tier device, yet for those seeking a more compact option, the upcoming iPhone SE appears to be the sole alternative, especially after Apple discontinued its 'mini' series last year.
Interest in Apple's 'mini' series had waned notably with the iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 13 mini registering the lowest sales figures for the company. Nonetheless, Apple seems poised to introduce the iPhone SE 4, poised to usher in several enhancements. From a contemporary buttonless design to a larger screen, here's what we know about the upcoming iPhone SE so far.
Rumors suggest that the iPhone SE 4 will boast a larger 6.1-inch display, a departure from the iPhone SE 2022's compact 4.7-inch screen. This shift potentially signals Apple's move away from phones smaller than 5 inches. Leaked renders by 91mobiles indicate that Apple may also swap the Touch ID button for Face ID authentication, alongside adopting a notch akin to the iPhone 13 and iPhone 14 series.
Earlier this month, dummy images of the iPhone SE 4 surfaced courtesy of known tipster Majin Bu on X (formerly Twitter), hinting at wireless charging support via MagSafe and a 6.1-inch OLED screen with FullHD resolution. A report by MacRumors suggests that the iPhone SE 4, codenamed Ghost, could resemble the base model iPhone 14, adopting a modified version of its chassis instead of the curvier edges seen on the iPhone 15 series.
While the current-gen iPhone SE runs on Apple's Bionic A15 chipset, debuted with the iPhone 13 series, the iPhone SE 4 is rumored to feature the swifter A16 Bionic, also found in the iPhone 14 Pro and non-pro models of the iPhone 15.
As for photography enthusiasts, reports suggest mixed news. While the iPhone SE 4 may retain a single camera setup akin to its predecessor, speculation hints at a potential upgrade to a 48MP sensor, a significant boost from the current iPhone SE 2022's 12MP shooter. Although earlier suggestions by Majin Bu pointed towards a 12MP ultrawide lens, recent case designs reportedly for the iPhone SE 4 suggest a single 48MP camera.
Reports indicate that the iPhone SE 4 remains in the early stages of development, with anticipated launch slated for next year. Regarding pricing, expectations suggest a notable increase due to Apple's inclusion of its latest chipset and implementation of a more modern design alongside Face ID support.