If something works, you might not bother overhauling it.
Per MacRumors, Apple’s fourth-generation iPhone SE, known by its device identifier “D59,” is expected to use the exact same battery found in the base model iPhone 14. Partially assembled prototypes of the next iPhone SE have been seen equipped with lithium-ion batteries bearing the model number A2863, which Apple has already used in the past. Internal design documentation also corroborates this change. The battery itself features an improved capacity compared to the current iPhone SE 3:
Compared to the battery used in the third-generation iPhone SE, the A2863 battery brings with it an increase of over 1250 mAh, potentially resulting in longer battery life for the end user.
It’s been noted that many of the iPhone SE 4’s components are carry-overs from the iPhone 14. While Apple has allegedly begun developing new batteries for its forthcoming iPhone 16 Pro with enhanced thermal capabilities, the fourth-generation iPhone SE will continue to use existing parts as a cost-cutting measure.
As expected, developing new components for the iPhone SE 4 would incur additional research and development costs for Apple, while using an existing battery technology would help keep the next-gen iPhone SE 4 more affordable to its target market.
The iPhone SE 4 is rumored to feature a new iPhone 14-based design and will be equipped with an Action button and USB-C port.
It’s thought that this information currently applies to pre-production units, and while prototype units of the iPhone SE 4 use the A2863 battery, Apple’s plans could change as the device is still far from release.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.
Via MacRumors