Introduction
The second generation iPhone SE was released in April 2020, and the third generation iPhone SE was released in March 2022. Given the recent trend of SE series releases, perhaps Apple will release the fourth generation iPhone SE in 2024?
The latest information as of February 8, 2025! Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that the fourth-generation iPhone SE (iPhone SE 4) could be released as early as next week, possibly in late February . Since there is no information about an event at this time, it is expected that the announcement will be made in a pre-recorded video or press release.
---2.14 Latest Information: Apple CEO Tim Cook will announce new products on February 19th!
The iPhone SE is an entry-level model that is cheaper and easier to obtain than the regular and Pro models, but we've compiled information on what its specs are.
📢※On February 20, 2025, Apple announced the "iPhone 16e" as a cheaper version of the iPhone 16, not as a successor to the "iPhone SE series." If you are interested in the latest articles about the iPhone 16e, please check out the articles below!
Let's take a look at the latest information and predictions for the 4th generation iPhone SE right away.
table of contents
iPhone SE 4th Generation | Release date
iPhone SE 4th Generation | Design
・Based on the iPhone 14, but bigger in size? heavier?
- Equipped with the same action buttons as the iPhone 16
iPhone SE 4th Generation | Camera
iPhone SE 4th generation | Device
iPhone SE 4th Generation | Authentication method
iPhone SE 4th Generation | Apple Intelligence
iPhone SE 4th Generation | Price
iPhone SE 4th Generation | Storage Capacity
summary
iPhone SE 4th Generation | Release date
The release date could be as early as the third week of February 2025?
Reference: mobile-hoken , iphone-mania
Conclusion : It is unlikely that the 4th generation iPhone SE will be released in 2024. It is expected to be released in spring 2025 at the earliest .
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According to multiple sources , the reason for this prediction is thought to be the "design of the 4th generation iPhone SE."
Rumor | Hint 1 is the appearance: The 4th generation iPhone SE is likely to be developed based on the iPhone 14 model released in 2022.
Rumor | Hint 2 is a button: The 4th generation iPhone SE will reportedly use the "action button" of the iPhone 16, which is scheduled to be released in 2024.
The SE series is usually released in March-April (spring season).
for example:
iPhone SE 1st generation: March 24, 2016
iPhone SE 2nd generation: April 24, 2020
iPhone SE 3rd generation: March 18, 2022
iPhone SE 4th generation: 2024, March-April 2025/2026? ( Latest information: Announced in the third week of February 2025 , released in late February? )
If Apple decides to release the SE series in March or April, and further assumes that it will have the same action buttons as the iPhone 16, it seems that there is almost no chance that the 4th generation iPhone SE will appear on the market in 2024. It will likely be spring 2025 at the earliest.
However, it is only a prediction that the 4th generation iPhone SE will be released in 2025. There are also rumors that it will be released in 2026, and rumors that the 4th generation iPhone SE will not be released at all.
For more information about the release of the 4th generation iPhone SE, click here.
Will the 4th generation iPhone SE release date be decided after 2025? →
Update as of February 8: Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports that Apple could unveil the fourth-generation iPhone SE as early as the third week of February 2025, with sales expected to begin later that month , though Gurman notes that it's unlikely Apple will hold a dedicated launch event for the model.
*2.14 Latest information: Apple announces new products on February 19th .
Let's continue reading the leaked information about the iPhone SE 4th generation "design" ~
iPhone 16E 4th Generation | Design
・Based on the iPhone 14, but will it be bigger in size? Lighter in weight ?
iPhone SE 1st generation: iPhone 5s, 4 inches
iPhone SE 2nd generation: iPhone 8, 4.7 inches
iPhone SE 3rd Generation: iPhone 8, 4.7 inches
iPhone SE 4th generation: iPhone 14, 6.1 inches?
The exterior of the 4th generation iPhone SE is likely to be based on the iPhone 14, and will be almost identical to the iPhone 14 model. According to the leaked information from Macrumors, Apple plans to develop a more stylish appearance, completely redesigning the iPhone 8 design used in the last two generations of iPhone SE.
Looking at the images, the appearance of the new iPhone SE is similar to the iPhone 14 (6.1 inches) .
On the other hand, there are rumors that the weight will be about 6g lighter. The iPhone 14 is expected to have a dual camera, whereas the iPhone 12 is expected to have a single wide-angle camera, so it is expected to be lighter by that amount.
Size and weight of the iPhone SE series
| Model | Screen size | Product size | weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| iPhone SE | 4 inches | 123.8mm x 58.6mm x 7.6mm | 113g |
| iPhone SE (2nd generation) | 4.7 inches | 138.4mm x 67.3mm x 7.3mm | 148g |
| iPhone SE (3rd generation) | 4.7 inches | 138.4mm x 67.3mm x 7.3mm | 144g |
| iPhone SE (4th generation) | 6.1 inches? | 146.7mm x 71.5mm x 7.80mm? | 166g? |
- Equipped with the same action buttons as the iPhone 16
The Action Button is a user-configurable button that was first introduced on the iPhone 15 Pro, replacing the mute switch.
According to the latest information from macrumors, Apple plans to include the Action Button on all iPhone 16 models, and it is expected to be included in the iPhone SE 4 as well.
*The button on the iPhone 16 Pro/Pro Max will once again be changed to a "capture button," while the button on lower-end models in the iPhone 16 series will be an action button.
Latest Updates on iPhone 16 Action Buttons →
iPhone 16E 4th Generation | Camera
Is the camera a reused iPhone 14 model?
The 4th generation iPhone SE will be based on the iPhone 14, and its camera performance is likely to be similar to that of the iPhone 14.
Judging from the image, the iPhone SE 4 will likely use the same 12-megapixel main camera as the iPhone SE 3rd generation , and will also feature the 0.5x optical zoom (ultra-wide-angle effect) of the iPhone 14 model .
iPhone 16E | Device
Is the device USB Type-C?
iPhone SE 1st generation: Lightning
iPhone SE 2nd Generation: Lightning
iPhone SE 3rd Generation: Lightning
iPhone SE 4th Generation: USB Type-C?
The new iPhone 16E 4 is likely to have a USB Type-C connector.
In 2022, the European Union (EU) agreed to standardize the standards for charging ports on smartphones, laptops, etc. Apple will discontinue Lightning in September 2023 and adopt USB Type-C for all iPhone 15 models. From the perspective of environmental protection policies, it is unlikely that the discontinued Lightning connector will be revived.
In addition, USB Type-C has a higher charging efficiency than Lightning. For Apple, which continues to evolve its chips, a highly efficient charging port is indispensable.
iPhone 16E | Certification
Will the authentication method be face recognition instead of fingerprint recognition?
Image: Apple
iPhone SE 1st generation: Touch ID
iPhone SE 2nd generation: Touch ID
iPhone SE 3rd generation: Touch ID
iPhone SE 4th Generation: Face ID?
If the iPhone SE 4th generation is released, it could be an improvement over the existing iPhone 14 model, with a larger display and bezels that allow for "face recognition."
On the other hand, the home button is expected to be scrapped, meaning the iPhone SE 3rd generation may be Apple's last model with a home button.
iPhone 16E ｜Apple Intelligence
The iPhone SE 4 will be equipped with an A18 chip and 8GB RAM to support Apple Intelligence. Apple Intelligence is a technology that improves the user experience in various areas, such as photo editing, improved voice assistant accuracy, and enhanced text prediction. With this feature available, it is expected that the mid-range model will achieve usability comparable to high-end models.
iPhone 16E | Price
The price of the iPhone SE4 is expected to be around 60,000 to 80,000 yen.
While there are several expected factors that will increase the price, such as the change from an LCD display to an OLED display and from fingerprint authentication to facial recognition, it is also predicted that it will be difficult to raise the price in order to maintain its position as a low-cost model.
Therefore, the expected price range is wide , from the early 60,000 yen range, the same as the current iPhone SE3, to around 80,000 yen taking into account the changes .
In addition, the yen has been depreciating rapidly in recent years, which has caused the price range to jump significantly around the time of the iPhone 14 series. If the yen continues to weaken further, it is possible that the selling price in Japan will increase even if the selling price in the United States remains the same.
Price of the iPhone SE series at launch
| Model | price |
|---|---|
| iPhone SE | 52,800 yen |
| iPhone SE (2nd generation) | From 44,800 yen |
| iPhone SE (3rd generation) | From 57,800 yen |
| iPhone SE (4th generation) | 60,000 to 80,000 yen? |
iPhone 16E | Storage capacity
The current iPhone SE3 comes in three storage capacities: 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB. The iPhone SE series is a budget model, so it is expected to be used by many light users. For such people, the 64GB model is a great option to cut down on excess capacity and keep the price down, but it is quite small considering the current system data and app capacity, and it is not realistic to say that it will last for the next few years.
The iPhone SE4 storage capacity lineup is likely to start at 128GB .
As before, 256GB storage will be available. The question is whether 512GB will be available. There is little information available at the moment, but it seems that we can expect a higher-end 512GB version to be available instead of the 64GB version.
Storage capacity of the iPhone SE series
| Model | Storage capacity |
|---|---|
| iPhone SE | 32GB,128GB |
| iPhone SE (2nd generation) | 64GB,128GB |
| iPhone SE (3rd generation) | 64GB,128GB,256GB |
| iPhone SE (4th generation) | 128GB, 256GB, 512GB? |
summary
The iPhone SE 4 is expected to be announced in mid-February, with sales likely to begin in the second half of February. It has also been reported that Apple is likely to announce it quietly on its website, rather than holding a press conference as in the past. In particular, it has been reported that the stock of the iPhone SE 3 and iPhone 14 has been decreasing at Apple Stores recently. This is thought to be part of preparations for the launch of the new models. The iPhone 14 series is equipped with an A15 chip, which may not support the latest AI function "Apple Intelligence," so Apple may accelerate the transition to the iPhone SE 4.
The iPhone SE4 is attracting attention as a cost-effective model that follows the design of the iPhone 14. This information is based on current reports and rumors, and we will have to wait for Apple's official announcement for the final product specifications and release date. We will update the latest information from time to time, so please check it out.
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