A new report suggests that one of the most intriguing aspects of a new Apple Watch SE may not happen after all. Here’s what it all means.

Apple has offered plastic devices as cheaper options in the past, notably the original iBook and iPhone 5c. It was also thought that, like the iPhone 5c, a plastic Watch SE could be offered in an array of bright colors, which would be a departure from the standard shades found in the current Apple Watch lineup.

A Bloomberg report last year revealed that Apple had been experimenting with the idea of building an Apple Watch

Apple has reportedly run into issues with the next Watch SE model The next Apple Watch SE could feature a plastic chassis The firm has yet to announce plans to launch a new Apple Watch SE

In August 2024, Gurman made his first mention of a next-generation Apple Watch SE, boasting a chassis made from a hard plastic material. Using plastic would keep costs down for the lowest-priced Apple Watch, and could also appeal to parents who are considering purchasing an Apple Watch SE for their children