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iPhone SE is a 4-inch phone unveiled by Apple on the 21st of March 2016. It's the first 4-inch produced by Apple since the launch of iPhone 5S in 2013.


The target group is users that prefer a compact and non-bulky phone with top features. Apple wants to ensure that existing iPhone 5S users don't switch to another brand when upgrading their phones. Hence, an upgraded 4-inch phone makes a lot of sense from this perspective.


The look of iPhone SE is almost identical to that of iPhone 5S in terms of form and look-and-feel. However, the four colours are the same as for the iPhone 6s.


The specs are impressive. The A9 processor powering the iPhone SE is 70% faster than the older A8 processor. The graphics processor (GPU) is 90% faster. In fact, Apple claims that graphics performance has been boosted three times compared to iPhone 5S.


The camera matches the performance of iPhone 6s and 6s plus. It's capable of recording in 4K at a 30 fps rate. The resolution of the camera is 12 MP. The Retina flash enables the front camera to take bright selfie shots.


The battery life has been vastly improved over iPhone 5S. Communication is also faster with network supported up til 433 Mbps. Wifi calling is also supported.



The iPhone SE is available with two storage options: 16GB and 64GB.

Manufacturer: Apple
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mobilephones.com
10 years ago

Display - Small but highly detailed The iPhone SE really is a handset that has been designed for the small phone lover with its 4" Retina display. This sizing makes it an ideal replacement for Apple fans still using an iPhone 4s or iPhone 5s.
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gadgets.ndtv.com
10 years ago

In what was perhaps the worst kept secret in company history, Apple on Monday announced the 4-inch iPhone SE , a phone that looks similar to the now nearly four-year old iPhone 5 , but boasts innards that are identical to the current flagships iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus .
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S21
10 years ago

Apple iPhone SE

The Apple iPhone SE gives you the power of the latest iPhone 6s in the compact and stylish body of the iPhone 5s! It's a winning combination, and the fact that this is the most affordable iPhone for years makes it a top buy.
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The Verge
10 years ago

iPhone SE review: today's tech, yesterday's design

Earlier this week at Apple's campus in Cupertino, the company announced a brand-new iPhone. The heavens didn't part, pop bands didn't play, and people aren't camping out at Apple Stores to buy the thing.
Pros:
  • Fast
  • Long battery life
  • Great rear camera
  • Relatively inexpensive
Cons:
  • Starts with only 16GB of storage
  • Lacks a few iPhones 6S features
  • Design not updated from iPhone 5s
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Wired
10 years ago

Review: Apple iPhone SE

Some things are just better bigger. Televisions, hotel rooms, border walls (supposedly), paychecks, wine glasses, hands, and one or two other things I won't mention that come up very quickly when you Google "bigger is better." Oh, and phones.
Pros:
  • You can't beat the hand-feel of a smaller phone
  • The SE's battery life is shockingly great
  • There's plenty of power, plenty of camera inside this body
Cons:
  • Some website and app designs are leaving small screens behind
  • The SE is no movie screen, and it's sure not VR friendly
  • Your selfies will look worse, and your touches will be less 3D
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geeky-gadgets.com
10 years ago

Apple's iPhone SE Review Roundup

Apple's new smaller iPhone has launched today, the handset comes with the power of the iPhone 6S in the smaller form factor of the iPhone 5S and there are already iPhone SE reviews from various sites.
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Digitaltrends
10 years ago

Apple iPhone SE Review

Apple's iPhone SE is the best 4-inch smartphone you can buy, period.
Pros:
  • Just as powerful as the iPhone 6S
  • Cheap for the specs
  • Superb camera
  • Cute
  • retro design
  • Easy to hold and use one-handed
Cons:
  • 4-inch screen is really small
  • Must pay extra $100 to get enough storage
  • Selfie camera is low resolution
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AppleInsider
10 years ago

Review: Apple's 4" iPhone SE is better than we deserve

We think most users will have a love-it-or-hate-it reaction to the iPhone SE -either you prefer the smaller 4-inch screen size, or you're willing to sacrifice one-handed use for a bigger and more impressive display on the iPhone 6s.
Pros:
  • Speedy A9 CPU and high-quality 12MP camera are high-end
  • The iPhone 5s design never went out of style
  • Ultra-long battery life in a compact size
  • Plenty of cases and accessories designed for 5/5s still fit
  • Starting price of $399 is outstanding
Cons:
  • No 128GB storage option
  • Slower Touch ID
  • lower-res FaceTime camera
  • and no 3D Touch
  • Screen isn't as bright or crisp as iPhone 6s
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Tech Nave
10 years ago

The Apple iPhone 5S, iPhone SE and iPhone 6S take a dip in this , which one survives

While Apple has never said that any of their iPhones are water proof or water resistant, on occasion, some iPhones have taken a splash or dip and survived. ZachStraley decided to put the Apple iPhone 5S , iPhone SE and iPhone 6s to the test, by dunking all three in water for an extended period of...
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macworld.com.au
10 years ago

iPhone SE review: it's a pocket-size powerhouse

The SE is the little iPhone that could. With a 4in screen and the body of an iPhone 5s, it fits in my pockets better than my iPhone 6s, and it's easier to use one-handed. But it doesn't compromise much over its bigger, more expensive siblings.
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