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Apple iPhone SE

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Pros

  • speakers are decent The speaker located at the bottom of the phone is decent rather than outstanding
  • best mix of features and performance for the price
  • always impressive how well iPhones are optimized in terms of power consumption

Cons

  • no alternative and the iPhone SE is still an alright phone
  • iPhone laps up the power and the drama of the track
  • make the processor even come close to stumbling

Key specs

  • 12 Mpx
  • 4 in
  • 1136, 640 px
  • IPS TFT, Retina Display with IPS technology
  • 326 ppi
  • 1642 mAh
  • Dual-core
  • 1.2 Mpx

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    Apple iPhone SE - Pros & Cons

    Apple iPhone SE

    Pros

    • speakers are decent The speaker located at the bottom of the phone is decent rather than outstanding
    • best mix of features and performance for the price
    • always impressive how well iPhones are optimized in terms of power consumption
    • cycling frequency should ideally be undetectable to the human eye
    • the speeds are very stable
    • the iPhone SE is fine
    • powerful and capable
    • trade-in and free recycling schemes
    • reproduction of larger color areas is also fairly clean here
    • phone affordable is all about making smart compromises
    • and contrast Apple is able to get out of this screen is impressive

    Cons

    • no alternative and the iPhone SE is still an alright phone
    • iPhone laps up the power and the drama of the track
    • make the processor even come close to stumbling
    • lacks features that might help you get a shot outside of ideal circumstances
    • no Night mode and no other lenses
    • iPhone SE trailed slightly behind its fancier version on the peak internet speeds
    • the last model lacked this
    • lacks support for millimeter-wave
    • the SE was almost always slower
    • the phone may look decidedly old school on the outside
    • it lacks Apple s night mode so images shot in the evening are dark and grainy

    Apple iPhone SE - Technical Overview

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    IconScreen size
    4 in
    Best:
    Asus FonePad 8
    Screen size: 8 in
    IconBattery capacity
    1642 mAh
    Best:
    Doogee BL12000
    Battery capacity: 12000 mAh
    IconPixel density
    326 ppi
    Best:
    Sony Xperia Z6
    Pixel density: 891 ppi
    IconCPU clock speed
    1.84 GHz
    Best:
    Motorola Moto G100
    CPU clock speed: 3.2 GHz

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    Apple iPhone SE - Full Specifications

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    Hardware
    Operating systemApple iOS 11
    CPU clock speed1.84 GHz
    CPU coresDual-core
    CPU modelApple A9 APL0898
    GPU modelPowerVR Series 7XT GT7600
    RAM memory2 GB
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    Rear camera
    Primary sensor resolution12.0 Mpx
    Primary lens aperture2.2 f
    Focus adjustmentAutomatic
    Highest video resolution4096 x 2160 px
    Maximum FPS at the highest resolution30.0 fps
    Maximum FPS (regardless of res.)120.0 fps
    Max resolution (highest frame rate)1280 x 720 px
    Optical zoom3x
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    Storage
    Internal storage
    • 128 GB
    • 16 GB
    • 32 GB
    • 64 GB
    Types of memory card supportedNo memory slot
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    Dimensions
    Height4.87 in
    Width2.31 in
    Depth0.3 in
    Weight3.99 oz
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    Other features
    Payment technologyApple Pay
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    Cellular
    Wireless networking standard
    • 802.11a
    • 802.11ac
    • 802.11b
    • 802.11g
    • 802.11n
    Data transmission
    • DC-HSDPA
    • EDGE
    • EV-DO
    • GPRS
    • HSPA+
    • HSUPA
    • LTE
    • TDD-LTE
    • VoLTE
    • VoWiFi
    Navigation system
    • A-GPS
    • GLONASS
    GSM frequencies
    • 1800 MHz
    • 1900 MHz
    • 850 MHz
    • 900 MHz
    UMTS frequences
    • 850 MHz
    • 900 MHz
    • 1900 MHz
    • 2100 MHz
    CDMA frequences
    • 800 MHz
    • 1700 MHz
    • 1900 MHz
    • 2100 MHz
    LTE frequencies
    • 800 MHz
    • 1800 MHz
    • 1900 MHz
    • 2100 MHz
    • 2600 MHz
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    Display
    Screen size4.0 in
    Number of colors16.7M
    Panel typeLCD
    Resolution1136 x 640 px
    Technology
    • IPS TFT
    • Retina Display with IPS technology
    Pixel density326.0 ppi
    Screen materialFingerprint-resistant coating
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    Front camera
    Primary resolution1.2 Mpx
    Face detectionFace recognition
    HDR modeAuto HDR mode
    Lens apertureF/2.4
    Light sourceRetina Flash
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    Design
    Colour of product
    • Black
    • Brown
    • Gold
    • Grey
    • Pink
    • Rose gold
    • Silver
    • Space grey
    • White
    Material
    • Aluminum
    • Glass
    • Steel
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    Sensors
    Accelerometeryes
    Proximityyes
    Digital compassyes
    Ambient light sensoryes
    Gyroscopeyes
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    Connectivity
    Dual sim supportno
    Sim card sizeNano-SIM
    Bluetoothyes
    Bluetooth version4.2
    Bluetooth profile
    • A2DP
    • AVRCP
    NFCyes
    Charging connectionLightning
    Headphone connection3.5 mm
    Video outputManufacturer specific
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    Battery
    Battery typeLithium ion
    Battery capacity1642.0 mAh
    Standby time240.0 h
    Talk time14.0 h

    Apple iPhone SE - Q&A (16)

    • 0
      Votes
      nathanael
      about 2 years ago
      Is the Apple iPhone SE a good phone?
      glady.bechtelar
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, Apple iPhone SE has an attractive price, great battery life, a great rear camera, A13 processor, water resistance and wireless charging support.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      donnie.goodwin
      about 2 years ago
      Can you use two Apple ID on Apple iPhone SE?
      arlean_braun
      almost 2 years ago
      No, you can have one Apple ID for Messages/FaceTime and another for iCloud, but you can't have two Apple IDs
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      marvin
      about 2 years ago
      Does The Apple iPhone SE Have a Headphone Jack?
      robert.farrell
      almost 2 years ago
      No, the new Apple iPhone SE doesn't come with a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      wanda.heller
      about 2 years ago
      Does the Apple iPhone SE have wireless charging?
      evita
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, The Apple iPhone SE comes with a built-in wireless charging coil to deliver Qi-based wireless charging.
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    • 0
      Votes
      karly.heidenreich
      about 2 years ago
      Can I sell my Apple iPhone SE back to Apple?
      ian
      almost 2 years ago
      You can sell your Apple iPhone SE at your local Apple Store or at various retail and carrier stores.
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    • 0
      Votes
      rudolph
      about 2 years ago
      What should I do if my Apple iPhone SE Stuck on Apple Logo?
      everette
      almost 2 years ago
      Press and hold the power button and home button at the same time for 10-20 seconds. Then release both buttons when the Apple logo appears.
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    • 0
      Votes
      lesley.hodkiewicz
      about 2 years ago
      Does The Apple iPhone SE Have Face ID?
      francoise
      almost 2 years ago
      The Apple iPhone SE is an all-glass design with Face ID.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      malinda_sawayn
      about 2 years ago
      Why can't I set up Apple Pay on Apple iPhone SE?
      shea.conroy
      almost 2 years ago
      Make sure your Apple iPhone SE is set to the correct region. Apple Pay is not yet supported in some countries.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      kenton
      about 2 years ago
      Can I pair an Apple Watch with an Apple iPhone SE?
      cora_wiza
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, you can pair your Apple Watch with your Apple iPhone SE using the Watch app on your iPhone.
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    • 0
      Votes
      jeanelle.goyette
      about 2 years ago
      Does the Apple iPhone SE support 5G?
      dayle
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, the Apple iPhone SE (2022) is 5G ready. That's one of the phone's main selling points
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    • 0
      Votes
      alonso
      about 2 years ago
      Does the Apple iPhone SE come with a charger?
      almeta
      almost 2 years ago
      No, the Apple iPhone SE does not come with a charger. The iPhone SE only comes with a USB-C to Lightning cable, so you'll need to purchase a USB-C power adapter separately for fast charging.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      saul.schuster
      about 2 years ago
      Do I need to have an Apple ID to use Apple iPhone SE?
      trinidad
      almost 2 years ago
      An Apple ID is required not only to activate your Apple iPhone SE, but also to access some features. Having an Apple ID is not required, but highly recommended.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      catrina
      about 2 years ago
      Does Apple iPhone SE support 4G?
      walton
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, The Apple iPhone SE has both 3G and 4G/LTE capability.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      joanna_waters
      about 2 years ago
      Does Apple iPhone SE have FaceTime?
      roscoe
      almost 2 years ago
      Yes, FaceTime is Apple's video calling application that comes standard with the Apple iPhone SE.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      santo
      about 2 years ago
      Is the Apple iPhone SE waterproof?
      delfina.leffler
      almost 2 years ago
      The Apple iPhone SE has IP67 dust and water resistance rating. That means it's completely dustproof and can withstand 1 meter (3.3 feet) of water for up to 30 minutes.
      Helpful?
    • 0
      Votes
      mirian
      about 2 years ago
      Is Apple iPhone SE better than iPhone 11?
      glady.bechtelar
      almost 2 years ago
      The iPhone 11 promises a big screen, reliable battery life, an uncompromising camera system then Apple iPhone SE.
      Helpful?
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    Apple iPhone SE Apple - Editorial Reviews (20)

    4.1
    Based on 20 reviews
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    Apple iPhone SE iPhone SE (2016)
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    Trusted Reviews
    Published: 30.09.2019
    iPhone SE (2016)
    4.0

    The iPhone SE (2016) is an affordable, well-designed small phone that can run iOS 13, although it's getting a bit old now

    Apple iPhone SE Apple iPhone SE (2022) Review: Powerful but Dated
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    WIRED
    Published: 16.03.2022
    Apple iPhone SE (2022) Review: Powerful but Dated
    3.5

    The cheapest iPhone has the same processor as the most expensive iPhone. But it doesn't feel very special.

    Apple iPhone SE Apple iPhone SE (2020) review: Old is new, again!
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    Android Authority
    Published: 14.04.2022
    Apple iPhone SE (2020) review: Old is new, again!

    The iPhone SE makes old new again, with Apple's fastest processor and newest software. Is it the best smartphone for $400? Read our review to find out.

    Apple iPhone SE iPhone SE (2020) review
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    TechRadar
    Published: 26.08.2021
    iPhone SE (2020) review
    4.5

    The 2020 iPhone SE is slim, affordable and (was) future-proofed

    Apple iPhone SE Apple iPhone SE (2022) Review
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    PCMAG
    Published: 21.03.2022
    Apple iPhone SE (2022) Review
    3.5

    While it isn't quite the revelation its predecessor was, Apple's 2022 iPhone SE is a solid small phone that should remain relevant for years to come.

    Apple iPhone SE Apple iPhone SE 2022 smartphone review - Affordable iPhone dwarf with 5G and retro charm
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    Notebookcheck
    Published: 13.04.2022
    Apple iPhone SE 2022 smartphone review - Affordable iPhone dwarf with 5G and retro charm
    4.3

    Our experts test the iPhone SE 3rd Gen. The affordable Apple smartphone is very compact with a 4.7-inch display and also suited for smaller hands. In addition, it brings a lot of smartphone power for little money, but it still struggles with an aging design. Is this the best iPhone?

    Apple iPhone SE Apple iPhone SE (2022) review: a modern phone with yesterday’s design
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    The Verge
    Published: 14.03.2022
    Apple iPhone SE (2022) review: a modern phone with yesterday’s design
    4.0

    Looking a little vintage — and not in a good way.

    Apple iPhone SE iPhone SE (2022) review: A pint-sized powerhouse
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    Tom's Guide
    Published: 17.05.2022
    iPhone SE (2022) review: A pint-sized powerhouse
    4.0

    The new iPhone SE delivers best-in-class performance and great photos for an affordable price, if you can live with a small screen

    Apple iPhone SE iPhone SE (2022) Review: Mind-Blowing Value
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    CNET
    Published: 23.03.2022
    iPhone SE (2022) Review: Mind-Blowing Value
    4.4

    With its iPhone 13 processing power and iPhone 8 design, the third-gen SE is your cheapest ticket to everything Apple.

    Apple iPhone SE Apple iPhone SE (2022) review: The bare necessities
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    hardwarezone.com.sg
    Published: 15.05.2022
    Apple iPhone SE (2022) review: The bare necessities
    4.3

    The newest iPhone SE lacks the appeal of the fancier iPhone 13 series phones, but there’s still a lot to like and admire. Less is sometimes more.

    Apple iPhone SE 2022 iPhone SE review: Revving up a classic hot rod
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    Ars Technica
    2022 iPhone SE review: Revving up a classic hot rod

    The iPhone SE is faster than its predecessor, but it's the same OG iPhone.

    Apple iPhone SE iPhone SE (2022) review: An uneven and disappointing 'upgrade'
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    Macworld
    Published: 21.03.2022
    iPhone SE (2022) review: An uneven and disappointing 'upgrade'
    3.5

    Apple upgraded the part it didn't need to—the processor—while ignoring all the upgrades it should have made.

    Apple iPhone SE Apple iPhone SE 2022 review: Less is more
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    Android Central
    Published: 08.04.2022
    Apple iPhone SE 2022 review: Less is more
    4.0

    The iPhone SE 2022 has everything you need, and nothing you don't.

    Apple iPhone SE Apple iPhone SE (2020)
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    ProductReview.com.au
    Published: 03.06.2022
    Apple iPhone SE (2020)

    Apple iPhone SE (2020) (Mobile Phone): 4.4 out of 5 stars from 45 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.

    Apple iPhone SE iPhone SE (2022) video review: A small phone with some big tricks
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    iMore
    Published: 01.04.2022
    iPhone SE (2022) video review: A small phone with some big tricks
    4.0

    Tshaka Armstrong is here to give you a full video rundown of everything that's new in our iPhone SE 2022 video review.

    Often compared with Apple iPhone SE