The Last of the Small iPhones? Apple’s Next iPhone SE Might Be the End of an Era
An Era of Change
Most tech companies would never get away with selling a phone with an eleven year-old design, but then again – Apple isn’t most tech companies. The ‘beloved’ huge-bezelled, home-buttoned design of the iPhone SE has been around since the iPhone 6. But all signs are pointing to it finally disappearing in 2025.
Rumored Changes
According to rumors, Apple is set to do away with the home button, finally giving the iPhone SE 4 a notch and full-screen design. And if the newly rumored name of the device is anything to go by, the device could mark the end of an era in more ways than one. As our best camera phones roundup shows, phones just keep getting bigger.
The Loss of a Smaller Form Factor
We’ve already lamented the loss of the iPhone mini, but the 2022 iPhone SE still provided a smaller form factor for those who prefer to be able to hold their phones without needing three hands. In our iPhone SE (2022) review, we commended the phone for its one-handed size, but that very concept could soon seem prehistoric.
A New Design Language
The iPhone SE 4 is rumored to be gaining the somewhat awkward moniker ‘iPhone 16E’, which suggests it’s likely to take on the design language of the iPhone 16 line up, albeit with stripped down internals.
Specs and Features
According to 9to5Mac, the next iPhone SE is rumored to feature an A18 chip with Apple Intelligence support, a USB-C port, and a single 48MP camera.
Conclusion
The loss of the smaller form factor might not be entirely welcome news for those who prefer a phone that can fit in their pocket without drawing attention to itself. However, for some creatives, a bigger screen might be a welcome change, offering more pixels for viewing the best photo editing apps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the rumored name of the next iPhone SE?
A: The rumored name is ‘iPhone 16E’, suggesting it will take on the design language of the iPhone 16 line up.
Q: What are the rumored specs and features of the next iPhone SE?
A: The rumored specs and features include an A18 chip with Apple Intelligence support, a USB-C port, and a single 48MP camera.
Q: Will the next iPhone SE still have a smaller form factor?
A: No, according to rumors, the next iPhone SE will likely have a larger form factor, similar to the iPhone 16 line up.
