This video is proof that smartphone innovation has plateaued and there really isn't any need to spend 1000$ on a phone for the average consumer. It's just manufacturers pushing these phones to us making them seem revolutionary.
Honestly, I'd be willing to bet the SE would satisfy 99%+ of the population. I have an 11 Pro Max, and quite frankly, while it's a beautiful well-built phone I simply don't use all the fancy features to justify to the cost I paid. All I get over this $399 SE for my use case is a larger screen, slim bezels, and a couple extra cameras I've used once since I bought the phone 6 months ago.
@@panzer_TZ This.I have used the Oneplus X for 5 years now and just ordered the Iphone SE. I don´t need an Oled display, I don´t need many cameras, I don´t need insane specs. All I want is a better phone which gets supported for the next 5 years. Also I can finally use the Apple Watch now.
Chose this over the iPhone 11, I’m not one for big screens and as somebody who doesn’t get new phones often I’m really pleased that there’s longevity to this phone and has everything you really need
Ella O’Brien well said! I held onto my iPhone 7 for 3 years and refused to upgrade because I just didn’t see the need to spend silly amounts of money on the recent iPhones which Apple have been making. It’s so good to now have a new phone just like my iPhone 7 but so much faster and just.. nicer!
@@Ellajjane oh. I guess I may have been wrong. My opinions on the phone came from reviewers and looking at specs. I guess whatever works for you though.
I love Android, but damn you can't deny that this will be the only 399 USD smartphone that will get support for more than 3 years. Android usually caps at 3 if they're lucky, sometimes that's only for security updates. If Google really wants to compete with their 4a, the uphill battle just got steeper.
@@mdyusufzaman9356 for those at this price range it's usually 2 major updates which is essentially their two-year lifespan (three if you count security updates). Though due to fragmentation some don't reach other countries (lookin at you, Samsung).
Harry Hectic ya I already got it, it’s amazing! I bought otter box defender and a screen protector along with it too, I plan to keep it for as long as it’s working / supported
Sophia Adames it’s such a change! Everything’s instant! Cameras really great too. So worth it. I don’t see a post paying 600 plus for a 11 with the same insides expect better camera and bigger screen.
I also bought it today as the aditional or main phone as I have 2 numbers that need to work- polish one and american- and also my old phone is iphone 6 plus.
I agree. In India, I have seen iPhone users changing phones on an average of 4-5 years. Which is almost double time span of Android users of 2-3 years. I still see so many iphone 7 and 8 around
not in India, base model iPhone SE costs $550 (after conversion from INR) and OnePlus 8 released a special 6GB version at almost same price ($10 cheaper actually). And with it we get More storage (128GB) AMOLED display higher resolution display higher refresh rate display USB C 5g support fast charger in the box modern design ultrawide camera sensor macro lens In-display fingerprint what do we lose? wireless charging (which to be honest is something no one cares about) Official IP rating, though the phone is water resistant it just does not have official rating iPhone SE costs just way too much here and we get better phones in that range
@@nishantdesai3705 I think it's because India charges a huge chunk for luxurious tax, which makes sense to charge more from middle class to rich people.
M B actually you dont need to do this. It will learn that you wearing mask and will recognize you over time. But of course it will took at least few days.
@조먀두 Not being able to buy an iPhone doesn't mean you are 'broken'. Having an average or minimum wage sort of thing isn't a fault. Depending on the country of course but in my place monthly wage is less than the amount you mentioned so with these stats you can't buy a phone in such a high price.
Headphone jack would have been great. Remember this is a phone for people who resist buying the latest tech available. Yeah I still have my cable headphones and I want to keep using them.
I have had my Note 9 almost two years now and have barely used the headphone jack. Bluetooth devices are my go-to. Really would like a smaller simpler phone. S-pen? Almost never use it. Don't get me wrong, love the expandable storage but I could live without it. Battery life has been outstanding. Gonna get my money's worth out of this N9 before I go Apple.
I used to use the connector that plugs into the charging port for wired earbuds and that works great, I guess unless you charge your phone and use hearphones at the same time a lot, though I never really did that, but have since gotten bluetooth earbuds. I swore to never switch but they're just so much more convenient and you can find cheap ones.
it still looks modern tho because of the finished looks unlike the phones before the samsung's s6 but i think its because "classic look" sounds cool i guess
I just got my iPhone SE 2020 this week and I love it. I thought it was going to feel outdated because of the screen but actually it doesn’t. The cameras are great and fill my needs. Battery wise it’s on the point.
This phone resonates so well with me because at the end of the day performance and great software makes up 80% of the experience. As long as all the other aspects are not horrible I am perfectly fine.
We are slowly getting a house tour with every review. It's a slow house tour that relies on reviews being uploaded, but eventually we will see his fridge, bathroom, and bedroom.
Dieter is by far the best reviewer on this site... I don't find his reviews super informative (he glosses over things quickly to make the video around 5 minutes), but his personality and sassiness just make them fun to watch :D
@@TheVerge I had to go back to see what people were talking about. Personally, I don't find it distracting. Dieter's videos are my favorite source of tech reviews and I'm too focused on what he's saying. Keep up the amazing work The Verge team and stay safe and healthy!
I bought the iPhone 11 and returned it because it was too big. I hate big phones. I then bought the IPhone 12 mini and the screen flicker gave me a headache so returned that one too. Finally settled on the SE and couldn't be happier.
This new iPhone SE sounds like a great deal and with the saving you buy other Apple accessories to complete the ecosystem. (Apple Watch, Airpods) BTW, Dieter Bohn is my favorite tech reviewer, great job as always!
I actually love the home button more than Face ID. I got the se a few days ago and it’s amazing. I always listened to all the “bezels are too thick” “old design” stuff and felt like I should save up to get the 11, but honestly the bezels really don’t matter if you are an average person, and for me most people seem to want the 11 (at least in highschool) to seem cool. The 11 is nice but I like the classic design and the black front bezels make me forget they’re even there.
Employed or unemployed, no need to buy what others buy - -I never make it my choice to buy what others buy because It’s not my responsibility to live up to anyone’s expectations-I don’t conform to anything because that’s what society expects from me -It’s not my responsibility to live up to anyone’s expectations
corsinivideos Yes, but lots of people are hanging onto their phones for longer and longer periods of time as the rate of improvement slows down. Having that long term guarantee of support is a huge feature and something that has always been infuriating with Android devices. Most phones are lucky to get a year and a half or two years of updates, let alone 4-5 years like Apple devices. In fact, I can’t think of a single android device other than maybe the Google Pixel that has that degree of manufacturer support.
@@go2yanks Well like i say depends. Google, oneplus, samsung all offer 2 full android version updates and 3 years security updates. For many this will be enough. Most average non techy iphone consumers who are the main market for this device probably know very little about updates anyway. Personally i think the emphasis on longer updates is wildly overstated. Yes its nice to have, but not a deal breaker at all, not like your phone stops working after 3 years of updates suddenly. Personalty i would take a very good camera that lasts 5 years over an average one and + 2 extra years of security updates but thats just me.
@@go2yanks but whats the point of getting updates for the sake of updates. the only thing that matters are security updates which for most people dont matter either way since they use their phone only for istagram, facebook, snapchat with full acces. i dont think the ios interface will have major updates in the coming 2-3 years so the SE will not look any different than it does now or than it did since the last big update when the X came out.
iPhone SE arrived today and I am extremely impressed. So smooth to run and its camera, like you said is fantastic! I don’t care about the size as that’s what laptops and iPads are for. For £400, this iPhone is the best phone on the apple market right now.
Thanks Dieter. Great content once again. You make some interesting points about longevity and I agree. I’ve just upgraded my iPhone 6S Plus which is 5 years old now and I too am very tech savvy. It still works pretty great. The SE is great value because of the A13, I can attest to longevity of Apple products.
Got my daughter this phone , went from a Samsung S9. She loves it. Says she loves the size and hates big phones anyway . She's happy. She's a first time iphone user
If they made a plus version of this phone I'd buy bit in a heartbeat. I don't mind the bezels... Just how I like it. Not everybody wants a full screen experience... And great review, Dieter! 👍👩🔧
Why would you wear a mask or gloves😂 just stay away from people and use hand sanitizer. Easy . Nobody In my town wears masks and we haven’t had a case yet.
Big Shlamalamadingdongdotcom it’s almost Impossible to stay away from people in cities. U still need to go out for groceries and work. Taking public transport also need masks. I have been through this for almost 4 months now.
Still using my original se after six and a half years. When something breaks on it I just buy a replacement part and change it myself. Only 16gb storage. Keeping it out there of stubborn pride.
Finally someone who makes comparisons to the phone I currently use!! Thank you for a fair and comprehensive review! I really appreciate that your expectations are reasonable for the price point. I've watched two other reviews and their standards felt more appropriate for someone shooting a documentary - in which case they ought to just buy a camera lol. So excited to re-upgrade (my iPhone 7 was stolen after having it for less than 6 months so I've been using my old iPhone 5SE for quite some time now).
I recently purchased my iphone SE after retiring my first Gen SE which served me well over 5 years and i gotta say its everything I need from an Iphone! Basic but functional with great video quality!
their marketing is really working, people are calling it under $400 because of that 1 dollar difference (and I really like this phone so not trying to call it bad or anything)
Aaron Arguelles, it’s not outdated, it’s supposed to be a budget option. Even for $560, you’re still getting a lot of the features of the much more expensive iPhone 11 Pro. It actually outperforms many budget Android devices in many categories.
@@lcmt2051 1) It's an OUTDATED DESIGN. I'm not paying $399 for 4.7 inch LCD screen in 2020. And as dieter told it isn't A COMPACT PHONE. 2) No, it isn't better than any android budget phones. Try Samsung and others. And androids have far more features than iOS, it's a known fact. 3) It's having the same old thin aluminium body, will bend easily like iPhone 6. 4) iPhones are overrated, outside the US, everyone is moving to android. 5) If you're really looking for buying a cheaper iPhone, try buying iphone xs, xr or 11 series around black friday.
Lol the OnePlus 8 is cheaper than iPhone SE in my country. And both are not even worth comparing because OnePlus 8 is in a different league altogether.
they did recycle SOME parts, but with the new A13 Bionic with 3gb of ram, it's better than the 8, 7, and 6. This phone is perfect for people who want/likes the design of small 4"-5" phones.
Jose Rodriguez better battery life (batteries degrade over time so I imagine the iPhone 6 isn’t at maximum capacity anymore). Also - much better processing power (the review said it has the same processor as the iPhone 11)
This is everything I want in a new phone for me as I have an iPhone 7 the se has a better camera better battery life wireless charging and a much faster chip The only issue I have with this phone is I would have liked a slightly bigger screen like a 5 inch so it’s in between the 5.5 to 6 inch phones and the 4.7 like all the old ones but that is a small compromise considering everything else
I'm old and for me personally I so wish it had a headphone jack. Yes I know about blutooth headsets etc but I just don't want yet another device to worry about charging.
I jumped from the 8 to an 11 and I miss touch ID. When my phone is on my desk I hate having to either look over it, pick it up or type my password in to unlock it. I'm sure Apple can put a finger print reader under the glass for what they charge.
Interestingly, that is exactly my issue with Face ID, used to love unlocking my iPhone 7 on my desk. Face ID is great - but you gotta have the phone pointing at you. At least MacBooks still have Touch ID
ive had an iphone 5s for three years on 16gb and its lasted me ages and now im finally buying this on monday, ive nver been happier, this is my first phone that hasnt been a hand me down, im so happy
Small bezels aren't always great I personally like the bezels to rest my thumbs on when watching RUclips or support the phone in the bottom corner with my thumb when reading something Currently using an iPhone 8, ordered the SE 2020/2021 & I'm happy to use the same but slightly better Battery life ain't half bad, after two years of using my 8 semi intensively to really intensively on a day to day basis it *can* still get me through a day if I don't leave mobile data on all day
Watched a couple of reviews on this phone, including MKBHD’s. Couldn’t really decide if this was the one for me. Thanks for simplifying it for me! Getting one real soon! 😄
i’ve been using the 6S since its release day. in the past few months my only complaint is the battery life (which usually isn’t a problem because i’m typically always around a charging option), but it’s irritating enough that i’ve wanted a new phone. as soon as the SE 2020 came out (nearly same size, MUCH better everything else) i preordered it immediately. i’d been thinking of going XR, which is more expensive but the SE has everything the XR does, just the size i’m used to. i’m STOKED to get my SE tbh
@@CrimsonJam it's great! i'm on it right now and have had it since release. battery life and processing power is still super adequate and it still charges hella fast. the only downside imho is that it's harder to find a case for it than most phones, i've gone through a couple cases already.
@@Nsank29 I can't tell if he's racist or not, but his comment definitely ain't. MKBHD is a black guy (aka African American) who to be honest, sounds white af. Also he kinda is overrated, because since he got real famous, he became a little biased towards some tech firms. Also, I think of him as a cool guy so he'd probably laugh if he was told that.
I recently upgrade from iPhone 7 that I’ve had for 5 years, to the new SE. It’s basically the same as the 7/8, but idc that much about the newer iPhones like the 11 or 12. Yes, I admit I’m not that rich and stuff. I’m still in college🤷🏽♂️ but I love my new SE.
Thank you so much I was worried about getting the phone as it’s one of the possibilities I might get and now I think it’s my first choice! Thanks for boosting my confidence about it
Exceptional review. Thank you so much. As an old SE lover, I expected this video to confirm that I wanted the new SE, but I think it just made me really covet your gorgeous iphone 11pro. If the new iphone SE was still square edged, it'd be a different story.
I went from a iPhone 7 Plus which had a bigger screen to the iPhone SE 2020 in red due to budget and honestly me not liking the notch design on the flagship iPhones, and honestly, I totally love it. I don't watch a ton of media on it so the smaller screen doesn't affect me at all and I love just taking simple photos and having a faster processor and knowing that this thing will last me another couple of years due to the year it came out. Also maybe an uncommon opinion but I like the smaller size.
@@missblondey101 this proves the stupidity of apple users... Emojis look different depending on who views them, not who types them, they are just code...
Just ordered 2 of the SEs for my husband and I. We both last had iPhone 5s and now use galaxy j3 orbits. I will love these phones compared to these two right?
Just bought one in red. Brand new. Cost me £268. Once I’ve sold my 7 for £100 I’ll have upgraded to the EE for £168. Which is a damn good deal if you ask me
Just got an se, used to have an android so this def was a good change. It has the iOS 15.4 emojis and all iOS 15 features, basically a iPhone 15 in a iPhone 8 body 😊
Just replaced iPhone 6s battery on my own and saw the news about new SE, which seems to be best upgrade for 6-8 owners. Great review but it seems there is no need to upgrade before 6S stops getting new updates :) maybe next year.
After five months with an iPhone SE 2020 that I got in late 2021, I like the smaller size making it pocketable & being able to access iOS exclusives like iMessage, FaceTime and Apple Wallet. It works well with the Bluetooth earbuds that I previously used with an Android & I got a Lightning-to-3.5mm headphone jack adapter for when I want to use wired headphones. I get a full day of light use or a decent four hours of heavy use (video playback) before it's down to 20%. I'm a point and shoot camera guy so the Camera works great for me.
Pro tip: Pay 99 cents a month for iCloud storage that’s there even when your phone is lost instead of $50 for local storage. Would take you over 4 years to break even.
hell, i use google photos which is free since photos make up a majority of my space, i have a 64gb phone and im nowhere near full capacity because of that
Koffee Kreme If you buy the 128GB model, you will also need a bigger iCloud storage plan because $12 per year only gives you 50GB to share amount all your devices. You’ll need to upgrade to the $36 per year iCloud plan to have enough cloud storage to backup the 128GB model.
I have like 23.000+ files on google photos for free, some of them very huge (4hours of video recording and large movies). I didn't know that there were people paying for this basic feature.
ZimrDesign that’s literally twenty times as expensive. And why would someone using an iPhone go out of their way to configure a third party cloud storage system?
I have an iPhone 8 with that 99 cents iCloud storage for my photos. I only use it for photos contacts reminders and notes app. I have like 30gbs left on the cloud lol! Best 99 cents I’ve spent in a long time! It saves me from having to buy a larger amount of storage.
Everything that Dieter points out, are the things that are the most important to me when it comes to my phone devices. If i want good low light photography I would just bring my Sony a6400 or if I wanted incredible zoom, again, I would just bring my a6400 and my zoom lens. What matters to me, is that i am tired of spending thousands of dollars on devices that have bells and whistles on them that I just dont use. What matters to me, good camera, wireless charging, some type of water resistance, software updates, and fast enough to where i am not going to see any lag. All the things that matter to me, the average consumer, this phone checks at a very reasonable price to, especially to be able to own it and not have to be at the mercy of my cell phone carrier. Great points Dieter as always, and good job Apple.
bzvz jubito I have had my camera since it was first released. The camera I had before was 3 years old. What I am saying with my comment is invest in a good camera and go budget on the phone because 9 out of 10 average consumers don’t need all the bells and whistles of flagships. Everyone knows that flagship companies are stagnant on where to go with phones now. So why burden yourself with a $1000 or more bill every year?
I just want a good (phone)camera in my pocket and having a "real" camera with me at all times is not an option. The SE seems like a pass when u can have the p30 pro for less money.
I don’t understand why everyone complains about the headphone jack, when you buy this phone and any other type of iPhone you receive a pair of iPhone compatible earphones and even if you don’t or don’t want to use them, buy an adapter.
Why is everyone questioning why the screen isn’t better? The WHOLE POINT is to make a cheap iPhone and to get rid of old parts. They’re not going to upgrade the screen, are y’all kidding?
godsavegrunge Screens with pixels over about 300ppi is indiscernable to the human eye - so if you want 4x resolution, go for it, but your eye & brain won't know the difference
I think they could've made the battery a tad bit bigger. The 2016 iPhone SE has a bigger battery than it's physical predecessor, the 5s. They could've found some old iPhone 7's batteries.
Kinda sad that "it's reliable for several years" is only an argument for iPhones, not really on Android. And especially because "the Smartphone world is this now" it's super refreshing to see such a small screen on a phone with bezels. Bezelless phones wich tons of compromises because of looks are boring.
The drawbacks you are talking about are a plus for me: - Small size that can comfortable fit a hand - Some bezel that prevents accidental presses I have recently tried iPhone 6s after my Blackberry Classic started to become old and slow (websites opened really slow). And I must say that the iPhone keyboard is excellent. From speed, low mispresses, trackpad like cursor moving and selection. Before trying iPhone I also tried Samsung Note 4, and the responsiveness and reliability of keyboard and other apps is on lower level. Also all props to Apple in including really good daily applications such as full blown really capable clock, stopwatch, timer app, reminders, notes...
@@chelsea.golden I'm considering it as my current iphone SE (the equivlent to the iphone 5) is starting to bite the dust. I"m not one that needs the latest phone, but this one sounds like it'll do what I want/need it to do.
@@dianapaez06 It depends. If you are texting someone that has an iPhone your messages will be blue. If you are texting someone with an android the bubble will be green
I just got the iPhone se today and I’m incredibly happy with it.. it’s fast, it’s light, and it’s just a beautiful phone. Everything about this phone is awesome, and I think it’s the best $400 dollars I ever spent.
I bought the iPhone 11 because I wanted the wide screen camera, but even though it’s kinda cool I never used it. Other cons: face id was a pain with a (covid) mask, it was heavy. Sold it and bought an iPhone SE for $250 on ebay. Apple supports it for five years that means I’m only paying $50 a year for a phone! Camera is great, especially the video. Saved a bunch of money & i get to stay in the ios ecosystem.
when did bezel's become a bad thing. I really like that fact they went with the black screen for the bezel's and that red one looks so awesome and the size is amazing
What do you want out of an iPhone?
USB-C
Maybe a headphone jack,decent amount of storage and also a type C.
You got this before delivery date in the states. How so??
Better go with iPhone XR for its display.
A Headphone Jack, Standard Fast Charging, TYPE C supposed, 90hz screen and possibly hopefully a 1tb storage option
This video is proof that smartphone innovation has plateaued and there really isn't any need to spend 1000$ on a phone for the average consumer. It's just manufacturers pushing these phones to us making them seem revolutionary.
Labib Rahman of course there’s not. But that’s business
Labib Rahman facts.
Well, techgeeks like them
Honestly, I'd be willing to bet the SE would satisfy 99%+ of the population. I have an 11 Pro Max, and quite frankly, while it's a beautiful well-built phone I simply don't use all the fancy features to justify to the cost I paid. All I get over this $399 SE for my use case is a larger screen, slim bezels, and a couple extra cameras I've used once since I bought the phone 6 months ago.
@@panzer_TZ This.I have used the Oneplus X for 5 years now and just ordered the Iphone SE. I don´t need an Oled display, I don´t need many cameras, I don´t need insane specs. All I want is a better phone which gets supported for the next 5 years. Also I can finally use the Apple Watch now.
Chose this over the iPhone 11, I’m not one for big screens and as somebody who doesn’t get new phones often I’m really pleased that there’s longevity to this phone and has everything you really need
Ella O’Brien well said! I held onto my iPhone 7 for 3 years and refused to upgrade because I just didn’t see the need to spend silly amounts of money on the recent iPhones which Apple have been making. It’s so good to now have a new phone just like my iPhone 7 but so much faster and just.. nicer!
That kind of a mistake. You're missing out on a good battery. The SE barely lasts 4 hours and takes 3 hours to charge. Not good enough for me
GOAT mine takes an hour maximum to charge and lasts me all day but that might just be me
Ella O’Brien mine lasts all day as well
@@Ellajjane oh. I guess I may have been wrong. My opinions on the phone came from reviewers and looking at specs. I guess whatever works for you though.
I just want a phone that isn’t the size of an ipad.
Adam G nah I like it but yeah sometimes it’s just money grabbing
Espri Stuff Anyway ,Samsung s10e doesn’t have ios. So some people want a small size + ios. Only iphone se2 can make deal.
Nope Never What do you mean “?”
Galaxy s10e
Berado It no ios
Which would you prefer:
- An iPhone 11
- an iPhone SE and $600
that’s way too good of a deal on the SE side
Get the SE deal then sell it for 400 and have 1000, then buy the 11 for 700 and have 300 left so I can spend that on AirPods and shoes/clothes
An IPhone 11.
I hate the SE.
11 because the battery will be way much better.
11 probably
I'm glad you mentioned the long-term OS/software support. I think that's easily one of the best features of this SE. Thanks for the review!
I love Android, but damn you can't deny that this will be the only 399 USD smartphone that will get support for more than 3 years. Android usually caps at 3 if they're lucky, sometimes that's only for security updates. If Google really wants to compete with their 4a, the uphill battle just got steeper.
Suntorytime yeah people seems to forget Apple has long software support
@@aidansuguitan6533 not at all most Android phones get only 1 or sometimes(rarely)2 major updates...
@@mdyusufzaman9356 for those at this price range it's usually 2 major updates which is essentially their two-year lifespan (three if you count security updates). Though due to fragmentation some don't reach other countries (lookin at you, Samsung).
You can get a better phone for $100 just look up 2020 phones.
Just ordered the black SE, coming from a Iphone 6 i think i was long overdue lol. Plan to keep this at least 3-4 years until it is working!
Honestly with you going from a 6 you should be very pleased to know that this phone beats out the 6,7, & 8 and stacks up with the XR
Harry Hectic ya I already got it, it’s amazing! I bought otter box defender and a screen protector along with it too, I plan to keep it for as long as it’s working / supported
I’m upgrading from a 6 to an SE in August! How would you say your phone has held up so far?
Sophia Adames it’s such a change! Everything’s instant! Cameras really great too. So worth it. I don’t see a post paying 600 plus for a 11 with the same insides expect better camera and bigger screen.
I also bought it today as the aditional or main phone as I have 2 numbers that need to work- polish one and american- and also my old phone is iphone 6 plus.
"it's not really about that cost but it's about how often you have to spend it. " pretty much summed up why apple is apple. well said.
Basically stuck with what you have and have to put up with all the unnecessary issues, trust me just look up 2020 phones.
De Officier not really. It’s Easy to go to a store. And you know and get help. But it’s harder for an Android.
@@nombretaken9467 In the US probably, around the world though, I won't agree with that 😅😂
@@m.o.5291 so you want more complex software but think it should still use same or less processing power than your older less complex did.
I agree. In India, I have seen iPhone users changing phones on an average of 4-5 years. Which is almost double time span of Android users of 2-3 years. I still see so many iphone 7 and 8 around
I just ordered an SE and I’m so excited , I’ve had a 6s for almost 2 years and I’m so pumped for an awesome upgrade🙌🏻
how was it
@@jahames3679 it’s so much better! I love it!
I had the iPhone 6 for 5 years. Just got my SE (PRODUCT)RED and I love it!!!!!
Never get the 7 its the worst it completely died like 4 times completely and had to get replaced
@@callmekazu4779 I used to have a 7 and never had an issue with it. Sounds like you just got a bobo phone
I'm using iPhone 5
Now they released SE 2020.
I'm going buy it tomorrow.thanks to the verge giving time detail about iPhone SE 2020.
This is so me hahaa
How do you like it....After 4 months????
Apple to OnePlus : When you go High we go Low
one plus 3t 2020 will be nice to have.
Has the One Plus 7T for about 2 Weeks. Loved the 90Hz and Oley but didnt like Androif atall. Sold it and now back to iPhone 7+ :)
*had
not in India, base model iPhone SE costs $550 (after conversion from INR) and OnePlus 8 released a special 6GB version at almost same price ($10 cheaper actually).
And with it we get
More storage (128GB)
AMOLED display
higher resolution display
higher refresh rate display
USB C
5g support
fast charger in the box
modern design
ultrawide camera sensor
macro lens
In-display fingerprint
what do we lose?
wireless charging (which to be honest is something no one cares about)
Official IP rating, though the phone is water resistant it just does not have official rating
iPhone SE costs just way too much here and we get better phones in that range
@@nishantdesai3705 I think it's because India charges a huge chunk for luxurious tax, which makes sense to charge more from middle class to rich people.
the SE makes a lot of sense when face mask is the new norm
Artemis 2D So are you buying a new phone for the near future?
iPhone: Stimulus Edition
You can set a alternative face ID appearance while wearing the mask and it will work
Except that Apple locks everything down in a time that feel apocalyptic... No thanks, I'll stick to my OnePlus.
M B actually you dont need to do this. It will learn that you wearing mask and will recognize you over time. But of course it will took at least few days.
You know you’re broke when you can’t even afford apples Budget phone
Gabe Vaz damn. That’s tough, luck to you❤️
Not really, they cost half of a monthly salary don't they? :P
@조먀두 Not being able to buy an iPhone doesn't mean you are 'broken'. Having an average or minimum wage sort of thing isn't a fault. Depending on the country of course but in my place monthly wage is less than the amount you mentioned so with these stats you can't buy a phone in such a high price.
@@billlostre1415 its a joke, chill out
조먀두 a 1000 a month is low
Headphone jack would have been great. Remember this is a phone for people who resist buying the latest tech available. Yeah I still have my cable headphones and I want to keep using them.
I have had my Note 9 almost two years now and have barely used the headphone jack. Bluetooth devices are my go-to. Really would like a smaller simpler phone. S-pen? Almost never use it. Don't get me wrong, love the expandable storage but I could live without it. Battery life has been outstanding. Gonna get my money's worth out of this N9 before I go Apple.
bluetooth is not even new tech. My aunt has blue tooth in her 11 year Toyota. You can get a pair of blue tooth earbuds for like $50
I used to use the connector that plugs into the charging port for wired earbuds and that works great, I guess unless you charge your phone and use hearphones at the same time a lot, though I never really did that, but have since gotten bluetooth earbuds. I swore to never switch but they're just so much more convenient and you can find cheap ones.
@@chloesamclutch u should wait for pixel 5
They have a 3.5 to lightning jack adapter for you. Just in case you didn’t know. :)
Huge bezels on Android phones - "Dated look".
Huge bezels on iPhone - "Classic look".
it still looks modern tho because of the finished looks unlike the phones before the samsung's s6 but i think its because "classic look" sounds cool i guess
Racism
Small bezels are overrated tbh
I mean the original se had an iPhone 5s body ....what’s the Problem with this ?
He said the home button is classic not the bezels
I just got my iPhone SE 2020 this week and I love it. I thought it was going to feel outdated because of the screen but actually it doesn’t. The cameras are great and fill my needs. Battery wise it’s on the point.
Finally a phone for average person 😌
Thats basically every iphone
@@mrreddick2633 you sure about that the average person has $1000 to spend on a phone
@@mrreddick2633 umm not everyone can afford a 1000 dollar phone, i could, but alot of people cant
I didnt say anything about the price
The median world-wide monthly income is ~$250
So the average person can't afford this.
This phone resonates so well with me because at the end of the day performance and great software makes up 80% of the experience. As long as all the other aspects are not horrible I am perfectly fine.
Apple: What are we gonna do with all of unsold iPhones 8?
Also Apple: Sell them as iPhone SE (Stimulus Edition)
Exactly, they immediately stopped selling the iPhone 8 a day before releasing it in the form of the SE.
they are discusting... we really want something with better design... ugh
Ayman Hazim they will have the iPhone 12 so
@@aymanhazim4639 Can you explain? We WANT the old design back!!! Nobody said this when the OG iPhone SE launched in 2016 using iPhone 5 body.
Ayman Hazim better design? Well there is the higher end iPhones.
We are slowly getting a house tour with every review. It's a slow house tour that relies on reviews being uploaded, but eventually we will see his fridge, bathroom, and bedroom.
I guess the robbers really liked this video m
I don’t care what phone it is as long as it has a home button and battery life longer then 1 hour 🤣
Gotta love the good old home button.
yes so true..all phones look the same now and its so damn frustrating..
Same
I just bought one through my employer purchase program with at&t for $98 with 256 gigs. Can’t beat that.
please let Dieter review everything on this channel, he is the reason why i watch the verge videos.
Ask him to review my channel😂😂
Hear! Hear!
Just got it today literally writing this comment with the phone loving it so far
Dieter is by far the best reviewer on this site... I don't find his reviews super informative (he glosses over things quickly to make the video around 5 minutes), but his personality and sassiness just make them fun to watch :D
The circle shelving unit is comically distracting. I keep looking over trying to figure out what Easter egg I’m supposed to be paying attention to.
Okay I'll move it out of the way next time :/ - Dieter
@@TheVerge I had to go back to see what people were talking about. Personally, I don't find it distracting. Dieter's videos are my favorite source of tech reviews and I'm too focused on what he's saying. Keep up the amazing work The Verge team and stay safe and healthy!
Good grief Travis. Learn how to meditate or something.
Relax, I was making a joke. Maybe you can practice what you preach. 😄
Dude me too. I've seen other videos of his with it in the background but this was the first time it keep distraction me.
I bought the iPhone 11 and returned it because it was too big. I hate big phones. I then bought the IPhone 12 mini and the screen flicker gave me a headache so returned that one too. Finally settled on the SE and couldn't be happier.
I’m watching on the old iPhone SE right now
Zach Art Attack I think it’s time for you to make a switch ;)
Aarnavo yeah but I don’t have the cash man wish you could get a hook up some day
Same man
Zach Art Attack same
Same..
This new iPhone SE sounds like a great deal and with the saving you buy other Apple accessories to complete the ecosystem. (Apple Watch, Airpods)
BTW, Dieter Bohn is my favorite tech reviewer, great job as always!
I actually love the home button more than Face ID. I got the se a few days ago and it’s amazing. I always listened to all the “bezels are too thick” “old design” stuff and felt like I should save up to get the 11, but honestly the bezels really don’t matter if you are an average person, and for me most people seem to want the 11 (at least in highschool) to seem cool. The 11 is nice but I like the classic design and the black front bezels make me forget they’re even there.
I don't know what my UNEMPLOYED booty is doing here. LOL
I create RUclips accounts just to see what people post w/out having to subscribe to anyone
Hahahaha same
Employed or unemployed, no need to buy what others buy - -I never make it my choice to buy what others buy because It’s not my responsibility to live up to anyone’s expectations-I don’t conform to anything because that’s what society expects from me -It’s not my responsibility to live up to anyone’s expectations
iPhone SE > Joe Biden
For me to eat it
When you’ve been waiting for the review and Dieter is the one doing it:
Niice
The guy's really on point
I just have this phone for about two weeks after upgrading from the original SE. It's a great phone and iOS 14 runs perfectly on it. I'm satisfied😄
Gosh man we’re already on iOS 16!😬 how time flies hmm?
The greatest thing about this phone is the single camera in the back ! 1 camera is beautiful.
Meng Jur and not just that, it’s perfect for someone like me who almost never takes any pictures!
Meng Jur but also easily the best video camera for a budget phone
But the sad thing is it doesn't have night mode 😕😕
It’s what’s stopping me from upgrading an iPhone 8 to any of the newer flagships. Those cameras look horrifying still and this looks classy.
No zoom tho.
2025 and the iPhone SE from 5 years ago still supported. Longevity is key.
Never used any phone as my main device for longer than 3 years in my entire life
Samsung S11+ No longer supported
corsinivideos Yes, but lots of people are hanging onto their phones for longer and longer periods of time as the rate of improvement slows down. Having that long term guarantee of support is a huge feature and something that has always been infuriating with Android devices. Most phones are lucky to get a year and a half or two years of updates, let alone 4-5 years like Apple devices. In fact, I can’t think of a single android device other than maybe the Google Pixel that has that degree of manufacturer support.
@@go2yanks Well like i say depends. Google, oneplus, samsung all offer 2 full android version updates and 3 years security updates. For many this will be enough. Most average non techy iphone consumers who are the main market for this device probably know very little about updates anyway. Personally i think the emphasis on longer updates is wildly overstated. Yes its nice to have, but not a deal breaker at all, not like your phone stops working after 3 years of updates suddenly. Personalty i would take a very good camera that lasts 5 years over an average one and + 2 extra years of security updates but thats just me.
@@go2yanks but whats the point of getting updates for the sake of updates. the only thing that matters are security updates which for most people dont matter either way since they use their phone only for istagram, facebook, snapchat with full acces. i dont think the ios interface will have major updates in the coming 2-3 years so the SE will not look any different than it does now or than it did since the last big update when the X came out.
I’m sooo excited because my iPhone SE comes tomorrow 😀. I have my phone now and it’s great you plug the earphones where the charger goes aswell
Recently ordered mine in white, CAN'T WAIT FOR IT TO ARRIVE
Counterpoint about the bezels, they give me a more secure way of holding the phone in landscape mode without sacrificing what I can see on screen.
iPhone SE arrived today and I am extremely impressed. So smooth to run and its camera, like you said is fantastic! I don’t care about the size as that’s what laptops and iPads are for. For £400, this iPhone is the best phone on the apple market right now.
Thanks Dieter. Great content once again.
You make some interesting points about longevity and I agree. I’ve just upgraded my iPhone 6S Plus which is 5 years old now and I too am very tech savvy. It still works pretty great. The SE is great value because of the A13, I can attest to longevity of Apple products.
I love how this review was presented. You sir, should review more stuff.
Got my daughter this phone , went from a Samsung S9.
She loves it. Says she loves the size and hates big phones anyway .
She's happy. She's a first time iphone user
Get an android
If they made a plus version of this phone I'd buy bit in a heartbeat. I don't mind the bezels... Just how I like it. Not everybody wants a full screen experience... And great review, Dieter! 👍👩🔧
I miss Touch ID SO MUCH when I have to wear a mask all day long
What about gloves? You don't wear gloves?
Why would you wear a mask or gloves😂 just stay away from people and use hand sanitizer. Easy . Nobody In my town wears masks and we haven’t had a case yet.
Big Shlamalamadingdongdotcom it’s almost Impossible to stay away from people in cities. U still need to go out for groceries and work. Taking public transport also need masks. I have been through this for almost 4 months now.
Jack Lam LMFAOO
Big Shlamalamadingdongdotcom not yet🙃
Still using my original se after six and a half years. When something breaks on it I just buy a replacement part and change it myself. Only 16gb storage. Keeping it out there of stubborn pride.
Finally someone who makes comparisons to the phone I currently use!!
Thank you for a fair and comprehensive review! I really appreciate that your expectations are reasonable for the price point. I've watched two other reviews and their standards felt more appropriate for someone shooting a documentary - in which case they ought to just buy a camera lol. So excited to re-upgrade (my iPhone 7 was stolen after having it for less than 6 months so I've been using my old iPhone 5SE for quite some time now).
An amazing job as always, congrats for that. I watch these videos to improve my English and I learn a lot from you.
Great idea.
good review. still rocking the 6+ over here! ..though battery life degrades really quick when not on a charger
I recently purchased my iphone SE after retiring my first Gen SE which served me well over 5 years and i gotta say its everything I need from an Iphone! Basic but functional with great video quality!
its a perfect phone for people who want an iOS device with a "small" screen under $400
their marketing is really working, people are calling it under $400 because of that 1 dollar difference (and I really like this phone so not trying to call it bad or anything)
This outdated thing costs at least $560 outside the US.
Aaron Arguelles, it’s not outdated, it’s supposed to be a budget option. Even for $560, you’re still getting a lot of the features of the much more expensive iPhone 11 Pro. It actually outperforms many budget Android devices in many categories.
@@lcmt2051
1) It's an OUTDATED DESIGN. I'm not paying $399 for 4.7 inch LCD screen in 2020. And as dieter told it isn't A COMPACT PHONE.
2) No, it isn't better than any android budget phones. Try Samsung and others. And androids have far more features than iOS, it's a known fact.
3) It's having the same old thin aluminium body, will bend easily like iPhone 6.
4) iPhones are overrated, outside the US, everyone is moving to android.
5) If you're really looking for buying a cheaper iPhone, try buying iphone xs, xr or 11 series around black friday.
Lol the OnePlus 8 is cheaper than iPhone SE in my country.
And both are not even worth comparing because OnePlus 8 is in a different league altogether.
Why do I feel like he's gonna drop the iphone.
apple sure knows how to recycle old iphone parts and make it "new"
And still make those better phones than Androids.
they did recycle SOME parts, but with the new A13 Bionic with 3gb of ram, it's better than the 8, 7, and 6. This phone is perfect for people who want/likes the design of small 4"-5" phones.
Every review be saying they missed the home button, but I never said goodbye to it.... still got the iPhone 7🤦🏻♂️
same tho i was rockin the 6 plus
My friend still has the 5s
Is this phone worth it in 2022? Especially if you have never had an iPhone before?
I love the small price and size I’m buying it and I have a iPhone 6 rn so it’s perfect(edit:I got the phone and it is amazing for a phone this size)
Might as well just keep the 6. Not much of a difference.
Jose Rodriguez A13 bud.
I also have 6 and this iPhone is really a good deal but I want to wait for iPhone 12 and then decide which one is better for me.
Jose Rodriguez better battery life (batteries degrade over time so I imagine the iPhone 6 isn’t at maximum capacity anymore). Also - much better processing power (the review said it has the same processor as the iPhone 11)
If it had a headphone jack it would have been. So upset.
This is everything I want in a new phone for me as I have an iPhone 7 the se has
a better camera better battery life wireless charging and a much faster chip
The only issue I have with this phone is I would have liked a slightly bigger screen like a 5 inch so it’s in between the 5.5 to 6 inch phones and the 4.7 like all the old ones but that is a small compromise considering everything else
Getting an iPhone SE soon, my current phone, Galaxy S 5 lasted seven years! It wasn't supposed to, but it did.
I'm old and for me personally I so wish it had a headphone jack. Yes I know about blutooth headsets etc but I just don't want yet another device to worry about charging.
Well it comes with ear buds anyways...
You can buy an adapter that lets you charge and listen to music at the same time, they cost like 10€
I just need an apple music, iMessage, and best quality to take a video. That's why i choose iPhone SE.
So far I love mine. Have had it for almost a week now.
Dieter remembering to film an end card, well done sir
pwoffeshun
I jumped from the 8 to an 11 and I miss touch ID.
When my phone is on my desk I hate having to either look over it, pick it up or type my password in to unlock it.
I'm sure Apple can put a finger print reader under the glass for what they charge.
Chris Rhodes no they had your finger now they want your face, think again
Or at least they could add a finger print reader to the power button.
OnePlus and Samsung already have that. Apple should do the same if they want to keep up with their new iPhone 12.
I see more people asking for Touch ID instead of Face ID. And here I thought the notch had to stay because people wanted Face ID 🤦🏽♂️
Interestingly, that is exactly my issue with Face ID, used to love unlocking my iPhone 7 on my desk. Face ID is great - but you gotta have the phone pointing at you. At least MacBooks still have Touch ID
ive had an iphone 5s for three years on 16gb and its lasted me ages and now im finally buying this on monday, ive nver been happier, this is my first phone that hasnt been a hand me down, im so happy
Small bezels aren't always great
I personally like the bezels to rest my thumbs on when watching RUclips or support the phone in the bottom corner with my thumb when reading something
Currently using an iPhone 8, ordered the SE 2020/2021 & I'm happy to use the same but slightly better
Battery life ain't half bad, after two years of using my 8 semi intensively to really intensively on a day to day basis it *can* still get me through a day if I don't leave mobile data on all day
Watched a couple of reviews on this phone, including MKBHD’s. Couldn’t really decide if this was the one for me. Thanks for simplifying it for me! Getting one real soon! 😄
watch unboxed therapy
The only reviewer (which i found) who brings and emphasize longetivity issue as a perks of SE 2020
i’ve been using the 6S since its release day. in the past few months my only complaint is the battery life (which usually isn’t a problem because i’m typically always around a charging option), but it’s irritating enough that i’ve wanted a new phone. as soon as the SE 2020 came out (nearly same size, MUCH better everything else) i preordered it immediately. i’d been thinking of going XR, which is more expensive but the SE has everything the XR does, just the size i’m used to. i’m STOKED to get my SE tbh
how is the SE - i'm in same boat with my 6S
@@CrimsonJam it's great! i'm on it right now and have had it since release. battery life and processing power is still super adequate and it still charges hella fast. the only downside imho is that it's harder to find a case for it than most phones, i've gone through a couple cases already.
@@giantmonsterdad was it easy to find screen protector and screen?
@@CrimsonJam i actually don't use a screen protector. i'm on an otterbox without one right now but honestly i haven't had any scratches so far.
@@giantmonsterdad thank u again - where did u get otter box and if online did u just enter otter for se iphone?
In Marques Brownlee new video about the iPhone se he says he using this phone during a week now 😂
actually he didn't
He did.
I think he gets new apple products earlier cuz he needs to promote it
So what?
@@Nsank29 I can't tell if he's racist or not, but his comment definitely ain't.
MKBHD is a black guy (aka African American) who to be honest, sounds white af.
Also he kinda is overrated, because since he got real famous, he became a little biased towards some tech firms.
Also, I think of him as a cool guy so he'd probably laugh if he was told that.
I recently upgrade from iPhone 7 that I’ve had for 5 years, to the new SE. It’s basically the same as the 7/8, but idc that much about the newer iPhones like the 11 or 12. Yes, I admit I’m not that rich and stuff. I’m still in college🤷🏽♂️ but I love my new SE.
I am actually really impressed with this phone. Apple has hit the nail on the head with this one.
Dieter:"It's waterproof"
JerryRigEverything wants to know your location
San Francisco CA
@@sidneyholter8393 dieter's location. Go back to your English class sir.
I just got one and I’m really satisfied! I’ll probably get the SE 4 if it rolls around with face id.
Thank you so much I was worried about getting the phone as it’s one of the possibilities I might get and now I think it’s my first choice! Thanks for boosting my confidence about it
Exceptional review. Thank you so much. As an old SE lover, I expected this video to confirm that I wanted the new SE, but I think it just made me really covet your gorgeous iphone 11pro. If the new iphone SE was still square edged, it'd be a different story.
I went from a iPhone 7 Plus which had a bigger screen to the iPhone SE 2020 in red due to budget and honestly me not liking the notch design on the flagship iPhones, and honestly, I totally love it. I don't watch a ton of media on it so the smaller screen doesn't affect me at all and I love just taking simple photos and having a faster processor and knowing that this thing will last me another couple of years due to the year it came out. Also maybe an uncommon opinion but I like the smaller size.
Me wacthing this because I love iphones even tho I have a android 👁👄👁🔫
LITERALLY ME
@@missblondey101 wdym
i've been using android for a decade, now i change to iphone SE because im sick and tired of greedy google's short phone longevity
@@missblondey101 this proves the stupidity of apple users... Emojis look different depending on who views them, not who types them, they are just code...
Lazy yup
I love the phone.. But when you keep saying "just 400 bucks" makes me sad. Cos the base varient is around 550 bucks in India🥺
$749 64GB SE in Australia 🤣
I ordered mine for £50- about $61 and it’s lasted over a year, I really want a new phone though 🥺
I just bought mine and it came to $672.00 for the 64gb model in Canada.
I'm not alone in this world then😂
i just wish i had phone that works nice haha
Just ordered 2 of the SEs for my husband and I. We both last had iPhone 5s and now use galaxy j3 orbits. I will love these phones compared to these two right?
Thanks for the video. I'm getting this phone as an upgrade from my 6s that only has 16gb!!!!
Always love Dieter's review, awesome and honest as always.
Just bought one in red. Brand new. Cost me £268. Once I’ve sold my 7 for £100 I’ll have upgraded to the EE for £168. Which is a damn good deal if you ask me
Just got an se, used to have an android so this def was a good change. It has the iOS 15.4 emojis and all iOS 15 features, basically a iPhone 15 in a iPhone 8 body 😊
bro there is no iphone 15 where you at bro
I love my red SE😍 amazing phone for me, perfect size for 1 🖐🏻.....
Just replaced iPhone 6s battery on my own and saw the news about new SE, which seems to be best upgrade for 6-8 owners. Great review but it seems there is no need to upgrade before 6S stops getting new updates :) maybe next year.
SE : sick edition?
Released with corona pandemic
*Made in china*
just shut up dude
BareJokes TV why did you get salty?
Stimulus Edition
Savings Edition
Small Edition
Can I get your salt
On my 🍟
After five months with an iPhone SE 2020 that I got in late 2021, I like the smaller size making it pocketable & being able to access iOS exclusives like iMessage, FaceTime and Apple Wallet. It works well with the Bluetooth earbuds that I previously used with an Android & I got a Lightning-to-3.5mm headphone jack adapter for when I want to use wired headphones. I get a full day of light use or a decent four hours of heavy use (video playback) before it's down to 20%. I'm a point and shoot camera guy so the Camera works great for me.
I might it for about 220$😆
@@mikeatona69 i might it ?
@@linoleluminum2017 i meant buy it
@@linoleluminum2017 anyways, I got a IPhone se 2022
I have the iPhone SE 2020 model and I am loving this device and enjoying the features that it has to offer
Pro tip: Pay 99 cents a month for iCloud storage that’s there even when your phone is lost instead of $50 for local storage. Would take you over 4 years to break even.
hell, i use google photos which is free since photos make up a majority of my space, i have a 64gb phone and im nowhere near full capacity because of that
Koffee Kreme If you buy the 128GB model, you will also need a bigger iCloud storage plan because $12 per year only gives you 50GB to share amount all your devices. You’ll need to upgrade to the $36 per year iCloud plan to have enough cloud storage to backup the 128GB model.
I have like 23.000+ files on google photos for free, some of them very huge (4hours of video recording and large movies). I didn't know that there were people paying for this basic feature.
ZimrDesign that’s literally twenty times as expensive. And why would someone using an iPhone go out of their way to configure a third party cloud storage system?
I have an iPhone 8 with that 99 cents iCloud storage for my photos. I only use it for photos contacts reminders and notes app. I have like 30gbs left on the cloud lol! Best 99 cents I’ve spent in a long time! It saves me from having to buy a larger amount of storage.
Everything that Dieter points out, are the things that are the most important to me when it comes to my phone devices. If i want good low light photography I would just bring my Sony a6400 or if I wanted incredible zoom, again, I would just bring my a6400 and my zoom lens. What matters to me, is that i am tired of spending thousands of dollars on devices that have bells and whistles on them that I just dont use. What matters to me, good camera, wireless charging, some type of water resistance, software updates, and fast enough to where i am not going to see any lag. All the things that matter to me, the average consumer, this phone checks at a very reasonable price to, especially to be able to own it and not have to be at the mercy of my cell phone carrier. Great points Dieter as always, and good job Apple.
You ok with 4.7 inch LCD display?
So in other words we should buy the 400$ iPhone SE and a 900$ Sony a6400 ?
Abhinav I am, the only things i use my iPhone for are texting, replying to emails, kept track of appointments and occasionally make phone calls.
bzvz jubito I have had my camera since it was first released. The camera I had before was 3 years old. What I am saying with my comment is invest in a good camera and go budget on the phone because 9 out of 10 average consumers don’t need all the bells and whistles of flagships. Everyone knows that flagship companies are stagnant on where to go with phones now. So why burden yourself with a $1000 or more bill every year?
I just want a good (phone)camera in my pocket and having a "real" camera with me at all times is not an option. The SE seems like a pass when u can have the p30 pro for less money.
I don’t understand why everyone complains about the headphone jack, when you buy this phone and any other type of iPhone you receive a pair of iPhone compatible earphones and even if you don’t or don’t want to use them, buy an adapter.
Why is everyone questioning why the screen isn’t better? The WHOLE POINT is to make a cheap iPhone and to get rid of old parts. They’re not going to upgrade the screen, are y’all kidding?
Then how can other brands make better screen with less money
godsavegrunge
Screens with pixels over about 300ppi is indiscernable to the human eye - so if you want 4x resolution, go for it, but your eye & brain won't know the difference
@@_Cookie_Warrior_ there's a thing called 'brand value'
I think they could've made the battery a tad bit bigger. The 2016 iPhone SE has a bigger battery than it's physical predecessor, the 5s. They could've found some old iPhone 7's batteries.
@@jackdamenace13 imo they should have ditched wireless charging for slightly bigger battery
Kinda sad that "it's reliable for several years" is only an argument for iPhones, not really on Android.
And especially because "the Smartphone world is this now" it's super refreshing to see such a small screen on a phone with bezels. Bezelless phones wich tons of compromises because of looks are boring.
True. Don't ever just go for looks. I ended up buying a Samsung budget phone, amazing design, amazing display...but rest of the phone was crappy...
The drawbacks you are talking about are a plus for me:
- Small size that can comfortable fit a hand
- Some bezel that prevents accidental presses
I have recently tried iPhone 6s after my Blackberry Classic started to become old and slow (websites opened really slow). And I must say that the iPhone keyboard is excellent. From speed, low mispresses, trackpad like cursor moving and selection. Before trying iPhone I also tried Samsung Note 4, and the responsiveness and reliability of keyboard and other apps is on lower level.
Also all props to Apple in including really good daily applications such as full blown really capable clock, stopwatch, timer app, reminders, notes...
this phone is amazing... i came from a 5s ;)
Same!! its an awesome phone but the 5s is still an amazing phone!!
@@chelsea.golden I'm considering it as my current iphone SE (the equivlent to the iphone 5) is starting to bite the dust. I"m not one that needs the latest phone, but this one sounds like it'll do what I want/need it to do.
@@janetslater129 its worth it!!
@@dianapaez06 It depends. If you are texting someone that has an iPhone your messages will be blue. If you are texting someone with an android the bubble will be green
It's nice that Apple is giving big tech reviewers the phone early, so customers know if they want to buy it before it launches
I just got the iPhone se today and I’m incredibly happy with it.. it’s fast, it’s light, and it’s just a beautiful phone. Everything about this phone is awesome, and I think it’s the best $400 dollars I ever spent.
so how long does it take to get a full charge on the SE20 &
can I use the SE20 all day for Facebook/ RUclips?
i just want a compact phone that fits into my pocket
and could record damn solid videos
I bought the iPhone 11 because I wanted the wide screen camera, but even though it’s kinda cool I never used it. Other cons: face id was a pain with a (covid) mask, it was heavy. Sold it and bought an iPhone SE for $250 on ebay. Apple supports it for five years that means I’m only paying $50 a year for a phone! Camera is great, especially the video. Saved a bunch of money & i get to stay in the ios ecosystem.
when did bezel's become a bad thing. I really like that fact they went with the black screen for the bezel's and that red one looks so awesome and the size is amazing
agreed and I like having some touchable space for my fingers that isn't activating something.