Hot take: Apple iPhone SE (2020)

22 April 2020
Some musings on Apple's entry into affordable flagships.

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  • 22 Apr 2020

Honestly this article is probably right about the phone, the only thing they missed is that nearly all of the phones at this pricepoint come with a headphone jack and expandable storage which isnt unexpected, just will turn users off.

    Prototype, 22 Apr 2020This phone will be bought because - apple name - 4 -5 ... moreFor less than $400, you can get the new Nubia Play 5G which obliterates this iPhone.

      shortkey, 22 Apr 2020I haven't had the chance to get my hands on one yet, so I'm... moreOn 8 was a taptic, so its taptic on this one too.

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        • 22 Apr 2020

        Anonymous, 22 Apr 2020That is what I just said. They should use the sensor used... moreIt wouldn't be possible to use iPhone 11 sensor with the new SE without alterations in the casing. S11's camera module is larger then 8's and the place for the lense is near the corner of the case. It would have been impossible to stuck a larger unit to that spot without changing the placing of the lense. And then 7/8 cases wouldn't fit.

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          • shortkey
          • ssu
          • 22 Apr 2020

          I haven't had the chance to get my hands on one yet, so I'm just curious, is he home button an actual button like on older iPhones, or the fake crappy taptic one?

          Also, the lack of the audio jack is just disappointing but sadly not surprising.

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            • nDy
            • 22 Apr 2020

            A low res LCD display for 500-550 euro (that's the actual price in Europe) is pathetic in 2020. I wouldn't call this "dirt cheap" or a good deal.

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              • gKA
              • 22 Apr 2020

              Whackcar, 22 Apr 2020Exactly! The reason it is cheap is because it is cheap and ... moreApple never made iphone or ipad or mac made by foxcon sell like apple product pathetic

                This phone will be bought because
                - apple name
                - 4 -5 years software updates
                - small size
                - great value on second hand market
                Yes s10e is better but has problems
                - no more maximum 2 years updates
                - the glass that covers the cameras is very soft and can brake easily
                - s10 not e on second hand market now is 250 €
                Most of my friends and family will buy the iPhone se 2 .
                Me - waiting for a chipper android 5g phone.

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                  • Anonymous
                  • JT5
                  • 22 Apr 2020

                  Spanky, 22 Apr 2020I think that if they could make a full-view type display, i... moreThere are many iOS users that hate notch /face ID/gestures.
                  I use ipad, but even if I could afford Pro, I would buy Air or regular one because of the button.

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                    • Anonymous
                    • JT5
                    • 22 Apr 2020

                    Anonymous, 22 Apr 2020Nope it is the same one inside iphone8That is what I just said.
                    They should use the sensor used by iphone 11, but they are using older used by iphone 8.

                      Willya, 22 Apr 2020” instead of sticking with the „ancien... moreExactly! The reason it is cheap is because it is cheap and easy for Apple to build it. They are using old materials & components and still making a profit out of it.

                      I can see Apple fans getting interested in the device but I doubt Android users will find it appealing. Even at $400 price point, you can find some excellent phones.

                        Spanky, 22 Apr 2020I think that if they could make a full-view type display, i... more” instead of sticking with the „ancient“ thick bezels and home button, it would sell like hot cakes, especially at this price”

                        But clearly the price wouldnÂ’t be same because they would have to design it and change all kind of parts. The point why this iPhone is so cheap is because itÂ’s so easy to build and donÂ’t need any extra to build, just use parts you have already designed and manufactured many years ago.

                        Also Apple clearly don’t want to make this phone too good so it won’t steal too much of those expensive model sales.

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                          • Anonymous
                          • NjY
                          • 22 Apr 2020

                          Anonymous, 22 Apr 2020Camera sensor should be same inside 11, not the one inside 8. Nope it is the same one inside iphone8

                            I think that if they could make a full-view type display, instead of sticking with the „ancient“ thick bezels and home button, it would sell like hot cakes, especially at this price. I might even consider getting my first iPhone, if they did that, at this price point.

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                              • Anonymous
                              • JT5
                              • 22 Apr 2020

                              Camera sensor should be same inside 11, not the one inside 8.

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