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Feb 21, 2025

iPhone SE 4 No More? Apple Renames It to iPhone 16e!

iPhone 16e
Apple has officially rebranded the much-anticipated iPhone SE 4 as iPhone 16e, using tactics of the company's naming strategy. While the device retains its budget-friendly positioning, renaming aligns it more closely with the iPhone 16 lineup, securing its place in Apple's ecosystem.

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The iPhone SE series has long been Apple’s go-to option for those seeking an affordable iPhone with modern features. However, with the upcoming model, Apple has decided to phase out the SE branding in favor of something more in sync with the mainline iPhone series. By renaming it to iPhone 16e, Apple might be meaning that this device will share key design and hardware elements with the iPhone 16 series, rather than being seen as a separate budget option, It’s a business strategy.

Features and Specifications of 16eiPhone 16e: Specs, features, price, and release date - iGeeksBlog

  1. Design and Display: The iPhone 16e integrates a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display. "Super Retina XDR OLED" is Apple's advanced display technology for iPhones. It stands for "Extreme Dynamic Range" offering better brightness, contrast, and color accuracy than regular OLED screens. This enhances the viewing experience, especially for HDR content. The iPhone 16e is available in matte black and white finishes, it features a durable Ceramic Shield front cover and an IP68 rating for water and dust resistance.
  2. Performance: This device is equipped with Apple's latest A18 chip and the new Apple C1 cellular modem, the iPhone 16e ensures fast performance and efficient power consumption. This ecosystem supports the company's advanced AI system; Apple Intelligence.
  3. Camera System: The device features a 48-megapixel Fusion camera with an integrated 2x Telephoto lens, enabling high-quality photos and videos with optical zoom capabilities.
  4. Battery Life: Apple claims the iPhone 16e offers the best battery life ever on a 6.1-inch iPhone, lasting up to six hours longer than the iPhone 11 and up to 12 hours longer than all generations of iPhone SE.
  5. Additional Features: The iPhone 16e introduces an Action Button for quick access to various functions and transitions to a USB-C port, aligning with universal charging standards.

Market Position, Pricing & Availability

The iPhone 16e isn't a bad phone… it's a bad value. : r/LinusTechTips

Priced at $599 for the 128GB model, the iPhone 16e positions itself between the premium iPhone 16 lineup and previous budget models like the iPhone SE. This pricing strategy reflects Apple's shift towards offering more feature-rich devices at accessible price ranges.
Pre-orders for the iPhone 16e begin on February 21, with general availability starting February 28. The device will be available in 59 countries, including the U.S.A., China, and India.

What Does This Mean for Apple’s Lineup?

The iPhone 16e rebrand may indicate that Apple is moving towards a more suitable iPhone lineup, where budget models are no longer a distinct "SE" category. This could mean future budget iPhones will continue to be named within the main series.

iPhone Evolution Timeline 2007-2025 / iOS Evolution [Chart]

With OLED, Face ID, and a larger display, the iPhone 16e is shaping up to be the most premium budget iPhone Apple has ever made. The big question remains—will the price still reflect the SE lineup's affordability?

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