Apple's next-generation iPhone SE could debut as soon as next week with a launch to follow later in February, reports 's Mark Gurman.Apple isn't expected to hold an event for the iPhone SE 4, and will instead unveil the device through a press release.The iPhone SE 4 is expected to have an iPhone 14-style design, with Apple eliminating the thick bezels and Touch ID Home button of the current iPhone SE.
When the iPhone SE 4 launches, it will mark the end of Touch ID in the iPhone lineup.Apple is planning to unveil its custom in-house modem in the iPhone SE 4, and it will be the first iPhone to get the new modem chip.While Apple's modem chip won't be as advanced as Qualcomm's modem chips, it will be Apple's first step toward cutting down on its reliance on Qualcomm.
The iPhone SE 4 will support Apple Intelligence, which means it will have an A17 Pro chip or better and at least 8GB RAM.It will also be equipped with a USB-C port.