iPhone SE 4: Expected features, design changes, release date, and key upgrades to know

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Apple's next iPhone SE model is generating significant interest, even as the iPhone 16 has just launched. Speculation about the iPhone SE 4 has been increasing, with sources hinting at a potential release in early 2025. The iPhone SE has followed a unique release pattern, with the previous models launched in 2016, 2020, and 2022. The upcoming version is expected to be the first major update in three years.

Rumours suggest the new iPhone SE will adopt a design similar to the iPhone 14, ditching the home button and smaller screen size that defined earlier models. There is a clear opportunity for Apple to upgrade the SE's offerings, particularly in areas where the 2022 model fell short, such as the lack of night mode and an outdated design. In contrast, rivals like Google and Samsung have introduced impressive features in their budget phones, narrowing the gap between budget and premium devices.

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Reports from Bloomberg and other reliable sources suggest that Apple may unveil the new iPhone SE in March 2025, with mass production beginning in December 2024. This timeline aligns with previous iPhone SE releases and builds on industry predictions. Speculation about the design has shifted, with earlier expectations of a full-screen model similar to the iPhone XR being replaced by ideas of a more modern, streamlined appearance.

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The new iPhone SE is likely to feature a processor similar to those in Apple's flagship models. The current iPhone SE uses the same chip as the iPhone 13, but the next version may include the latest chip, enabling advanced features like improved Siri capabilities and enhanced photo editing. The device might also see a shift to a larger 6.1-inch display, moving away from the 4.7-inch screen of the current model, and potentially adopting an OLED display for richer colours and better