iPhone SE Stock Running Low as New Model Launch Nears [Gurman]
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Posted January 19, 2025 at 6:55pm by iClarified
Stock of the current iPhone SE 3 is running low as the rumored launch of a new model approaches, according to a new report from Mark Gurman.
In a newsletter to subscribers, Gurman says that Apple's retail operations have little to no inventory of the iPhone SE. While it's still possible to order one online, finding the device in physical stores is becoming increasingly difficult. Additionally, the company has stopped selling the device in the EU because it lacks the now-mandated USB-C port.
The drawing down of inventory is a reliable sign that a new model is coming. But it also suggests that Apple probably won't keep the current version around — at a reduced price — after the update is here. That seems like a missed opportunity, since a cheap iPhone could've helped Apple make inroads in some markets. The current SE costs $429, and the new one might be more than that given its enhanced features.
Last week, leaker Sonny Dickson shared alleged dummy models of the iPhone SE 4, purportedly revealing the design of Apple's upcoming device. The images suggest that the new device resembles an iPhone 14 with a single-lens rear camera, evoking a design slightly reminiscent of the iPhone 4.
Codenamed V59, the phone will be the first refresh of Apple's budget-friendly smartphone since 2022, when 5G capability was introduced. With this new model, Apple is expected to eliminate the home button and adopt an edge-to-edge screen, aligning the design with the rest of its lineup. This change could help the company attract budget-conscious customers, particularly in China, where it has lost market share to competitors such as Huawei and Xiaomi.
The device is rumored to support Apple Intelligence and feature a design similar to the iPhone 14, complete with a notch at the top of the display. It may also feature an OLED display panel, marking the end of LCD use across all iPhone models.