Looking back and revisiting this rumor, it is looking pretty likely to happen. If you look at the recently released lineup they have glass backs to support wireless charging. That could be a feature added to the SE.
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Possible Leak Suggests Next iPhone SE or iPhone 7s Could Have Strengthened Ion-X Glass Display
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If anything, it makes it less likely a refreshed SE would have a glass back.
Glass is being positioned as premium feature only for 8 and X. Apple continues to sell the 6S and the 7 and those don't have glass.
From a manufacturing perspective, glass adds cost for Apple without any substantial benefits. Are the buyers of a budget iPhone likely to purchase a $150-200 add-on charging pad from Apple? Probably not.
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As an SE lover myself, I bought an lte Apple Watch that covers that sweet spot for me. I think the new Apple Watch IS the new SE for many of us who wanted something portable to take to the gym and travel as light as possible.