Chapter 1: Current iPhone SE
Apple's current iPhone SE has been around since 2020
Leakers predict a major update within the next year or 2
What to Expect from a New iPhone SE
Design changes:
Take cues from iPhone 14
Small notch
Flat sides
No home button
Face ID will be included
Display changes:
6.1 inch OLED display
33% larger than current SE's 4.7 inch LCD panel
2,000,000 to 1 contrast ratio (compared to 1400 to 1)
800 nits of brightness (more than 20% better)
Possible always-on display feature
Port changes:
USB-C port replacing lightning connector
Lightning connector has been around since iPhone 5 (11 years ago)
Internal changes:
More powerful processor
New Apple-designed 5G modem
Reduces dependency on Qualcomm
Saves money on components over time
Action button addition:
Similar to Apple Watch Ultra
Replaces current silent switch
Customizable button's action
Serves as shortcut for various functions
Chapter 1: Current iPhone SE
Apple's current iPhone SE has been around since 2020
Leakers predict a major update within the next year or 2
What to Expect from a New iPhone SE
Design changes:
Take cues from iPhone 14
Small notch
Flat sides
No home button
Face ID will be included
Display changes:
6.1 inch OLED display
33% larger than current SE's 4.7 inch LCD panel
2,000,000 to 1 contrast ratio (compared to 1400 to 1)
800 nits of brightness (more than 20% better)
Possible always-on display feature
Port changes:
USB-C port replacing lightning connector
Lightning connector has been around since iPhone 5 (11 years ago)
Internal changes:
More powerful processor
New Apple-designed 5G modem
Reduces dependency on Qualcomm
Saves money on components over time
Action button addition:
Similar to Apple Watch Ultra
Replaces current silent switch
Customizable button's action
Serves as shortcut for various functions