Apple is gearing up to launch its next-generation iPhone SE, which is rumoured to feature Dynamic Island, a design element previously exclusive to the iPhone 14 Pro models. The iPhone SE 4 is expected to undergo significant design changes, including an edge-to-edge display, the removal of the home button, and the introduction of Face ID.
Dynamic Island may replace the traditional notch, aligning the SE design more closely with newer iPhones like the iPhone 15 and iPhone 16. Leaker Evan Blass (@evleaks) has revealed code references confirming the development of the iPhone SE 4. In a subsequent post, Blass shared an image showcasing the device with Dynamic Island, further hinting at its inclusion.
Earlier reports suggested the device might be named "iPhone 16E," but Blass’ leak identifies it as "iPhone SE 4" in the source code. However, this designation could be a placeholder, with the official name likely to be finalized closer to launch.
Apple iPhone SE 2025 Specifications -
| Display | 6.1-inch OLED 460ppi Super Retina XDR display, 800 nits brightness, up to 1200 nits brightness, HDR, True Tone, Ceramic Shield protection |
| Processor | Six-Core A18 (2 performance and 4 efficiency cores) 3nm chip with 64-bit architecture, 5‑core GPU, 16‑core Neural Engine |
| OS/UI | iOS 18 |
| SIM | Dual SIM (nano + eSIM) |
| Rear Cameras | 48MP wide-angle (f/1.78) camera, second-generation sensor-shift optical image stabilisation for video, 2x Telephoto, 100% Focus Pixels, Photonic Engine, True Tone flash, HDR video recording with Dolby Vision at 4K 60 fps, Slo‑mo 1080p at 240fps, Cinematic mode up to 4K HDR at 30 fps |
| Front Camera | 12MP TrueDepth (ƒ/1.9) front camera, Autofocus with Focus Pixels, Retina Flash, HDR video recording with Dolby Vision up to 4K at 60 fps, Slo‑mo 1080p at 120fps |
| Features | - Water and dust resistant (IP68) - TrueDepth camera for FaceID facial recognition, Stereo speakers |
| Connectivity | 5G (sub‑6 GHz) with 4×4 MIMO, Gigabit-class LTE, 802.11be Wi-Fi 7 with 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.3, Second-generation Ultra Wideband chip for spatial awareness, Thread networking technology, NFC with reader mode, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, QZSS and BeiDou |
Pricing and Launch Timeline -
The iPhone SE 4 is expected to debut in the first quarter of 2025, likely in March or April, consistent with the usual launch schedule for the SE lineup. Its pricing is projected to be slightly higher than the current model, which starts at $429.
This aligns with earlier claims from leaker Majin Bu, who speculated that the iPhone SE 4 could feature Dynamic Island and adopt a design similar to the iPhone 14. However, Majin Bu also suggested that the device might be branded as “iPhone 16E” and offered in black and white colour options.
Upcoming iPad Models -
Evan Blass also shared information about upcoming iPads, including a new iPad Air and an 11th-generation iPad. These models are not expected to feature significant design changes and could be unveiled alongside the iPhone SE 4.
While rumours continue to circulate, it remains uncertain whether the iPhone SE 4 will incorporate Dynamic Island or retain a notch. More details are anticipated as the official launch draws closer.
