Imagine a Windows Phone, specifically the Lumia 1020, running on an iOS operating system. This thought experiment has piqued the interest of one hacker, who has successfully modified an iPhone SE 3 to fit inside the Nokia Lumia 1020’s housing.
The project takes the internals of the iPhone SE 3, including its 12MP rear camera, taptic engine, and Touch ID sensor, and transplants them into the Lumia 1020. This means the phone now supports SIM card trays, flash storage, and even 5G connectivity. The Lightning port has also been upgraded from microUSB.
One of the notable features that remained intact is the camera shutter button, which was preserved by replacing it with a second volume down button in the camera app. While not ideal, this workaround ensures software integration remains intact.
The project showcases an impressive feat of engineering and creativity, albeit with one major loss – the headphone jack. For those interested, you can read the full Reddit post for more details and additional photos.
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Source: https://9to5mac.com/2025/02/16/iphone-se-3-windows-phone-nokia-lumia-hardware-mod