Apple’s Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook has announced that a product reveal is set for today, and it is highly likely that it will be the 4th-generation iPhone SE, which some sources claim might be branded as the iPhone 16E.
A reliable leaker has also indicated support for the iPhone 16E (or 16e) name, although this information is somewhat indirect …
iPhone SE 4
Back in 2023, it was reported that the iPhone SE 4 would finally update its long-standing design, adopting a form-factor similar to that of the iPhone 14.
Almost a year ago, this shift seemed confirmed through CAD renders. Subsequent reports added details about a potential price increase, an OLED display, Apple Intelligence support, and an Apple modem—all suggesting an appealing option for those who do not require top-tier features.
Or iPhone 16E
Little changed until last month, when a leaker hinted that Apple would use the iPhone 16E branding instead of the iPhone SE for the new model.
There was a brief debate among leakers about whether the device would feature a notch or a Dynamic Island, but the consensus quickly settled on the notch being the likely design choice.
Leaker Majin Bu has since supported the iPhone 16E designation, although his post is based on third-party information.
Recent leaks suggest that someone who has seen the packaging of the new iPhone SE 4 indicates that the official title will indeed be iPhone 16E.
No image was provided (the image above is of the iPhone 14 box).
Bu further made an interesting assertion:
Moreover, the design is expected to align more closely with the iPhone 16 rather than the iPhone 14, but will lack the Dynamic Island and capture button.
This statement raises some questions, as the components he refers to are among the key design differentiators between the two models.
We’ll discover more today
Tim Cook did not specifically mention the new phone but stated:
Prepare to welcome the newest addition to the family. Wednesday, February 19. #AppleLaunch
This comment strongly suggests a new model within an existing lineup and seems to hint at the iPhone 16E naming, as this would fit within the iPhone 16 “family.”
We won’t have to wait long, as the announcement is set to occur later today.
