This might be our first look at the iPhone SE 2
All signs point to a new iPhone SE coming soon, and now we may have our first look at the unreleased smartphone.
Czech Apple blog LetemSvetemApplem (via 9to5Mac) published photos of what it claims might be the rumored second-generation iPhone SE or "SE 2" as everyone's tentatively calling it.
The unconfirmed photos reveal an updated iPhone SE design with an aluminum frame, but with a glass back to reportedly support wireless charging.
Interestingly enough, the images also show Apple might keep Touch ID and the headphone jack on the updated iPhone.
Upgraded hardware would be also be a given. It's possible that Apple might bump up the iPhone SE's current A9 chip to the newer A10. Improved front and back cameras would also be welcome additions, but it's unclear if Apple would actually update them in order to keep pricing low.
Besides these minor tweaks, the new iPhone SE will probably have the same 4-inch Retina display. Phones with big screens — especially ones with super slim bezels and a dimensions — are the norm, but there are still people who prefer smaller phones and the iPhone SE would cater to them.
Low pricing would also be another big reason to sell a new iPhone SE. The current model costs $349 and is the cheapest way to get into the iPhone ecosystem.
The leaked images don't confirm the new iPhone SE, though. The source previously published leaked images of the iPhone 7 prior to its official launch and those turned out to be fakes.
Furthermore, it's very possible the leaked images we're looking at are aftermarket modifications. We've seen many case mods that do things like transform an iPhone 7 into an iPhone X.
The iPhone SE is rumored to launch this summer. Apple might announce the new phone at WWDC in early June. In the meantime, believe nothing until Apple makes an official announcement.
Raymond Wong is Mashable's Senior Tech Correspondent. He reviews gadgets and tech toys and analyzes the tech industry. Raymond's also a bit of a camera geek, gamer, and fine chocolate lover. Before arriving at Mashable, he was the Deputy Editor of NBC Universal's tech publication DVICE. His writing has appeared on G4TV, BGR, Yahoo and Ubergizmo, to name a few. You can follow Raymond on Twitter @raywongy or Instagram @sourlemons.
