We’ve been learning more about the new budget iPhone that Apple’s expected to launch next spring. While reliable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo calls it the iPhone SE 2, it will more closely resemble the iPhone 8. Now a new report suggests that Apple could call it the iPhone 9.
2017 brought a more confusing iPhone naming scheme than ever with the launch of the iPhone 8 and iPhone X. The following year we got the XR, XS, and XS Max, with Apple then moving back toward a more straightforward branding of iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro/Pro Max this year.
Apple notably skipped over using 9 with its iPhone lineup so far but a new report today from Macotakara cites a source who says that it’s possible that the iPhone SE 2 is actually named iPhone 9.
It would certainly be a more appropriate name for the upcoming entry-level iPhone as we’re expecting it to feature a 4.7-inch LCD display with a form factor nearly identical to the iPhone 8 but with an upgraded A13 chip. A $399 starting price is expected with colors including silver, space gray, and red. However, it’s good to keep in mind this is just one source and it’s not a definitive statement.
For everything we know about the iPhone SE 2 or potentially iPhone 9, check out our roundup here.
Just yesterday, we also learned more about what Apple may deliver in 2020 and 2021 with its iPhones. Kuo put out a report predicting 4 new OLED iPhones in 2020 with 5G as well as the big news of Apple removing the Lightning port from the highest-end model that will “provide the completely wireless experience.”
We also heard that Apple may launch an iPhone SE 2 Plus (or iPhone 9 Plus) in 2021.
- Kuo: Four new OLED iPhones in 2020, iPhone without Lightning port in 2021
- Roundup: Everything we know about the iPhone SE 2, and what not to expect
- Kuo on iPhone SE 2 details: iPhone 8 design, $399 starting price, 64/128 GB storage, red color option, no 3D Touch
