I’ve been rocking the SE2020 since launch.
I’ve watched every release since then come and go, including the recent iPhone 15 and there is never enough of a reason to jump up.
The newer models, particularly the redesign that came with the 12 initially peaked my interest, being somewhat of a callback to my favourite device, the iPhone 4.
However, they are simply far too big and chunky.
I’m not a social media influencer and I’m not a photographer, so the insane power gains, fancy displays and high end cameras are completely lost on me.
I’m desperate for an iPhone that isnt quite as outdated as the SE but also slim and light, with “true” all day battery life, unlike the lofty claims Apple makes.
From what I can see, the closest thing I’m going to get out of the more recent releases is going to be a refurbished or second hand iPhone 11 Pro, with a fresh battery.
It’s the smallest and lightest of the bunch, with a very good reputation for holding its charge.
What do you guys think?
The 11pro is six months older than your SE2020 and has the same A13 chip. Not an upgrade at all.
Considering your explanation, I would get the SE2022. It is a huge upgrade in the chip dept, that A15 will last well into 2027 with full software updates, and beyond with security updates. Everything you’re used to, but with a much improved processor, 10% larger battery by default coupled with a more efficient processor brings easily 20%+ better battery life, cheap to repair if broken since parts are “outdated” yet widely available for literally pennies, and A15 adds great functionality to the 12MP main camera making its photo capability still viable in 2023. The addition of 5G means you won’t be on life support for a cellular connection any time in the next ten years.
I just ordered two of the iPhone SE 2022 models, the rough straight talk’s Black Friday sale ($49 for the phone when you buy one month of prepaid service, and then wait 61 days for it to be automatically unlocked).
As a 14 pro max owner, from previous 13 pro max, I am strongly considering using the SE2022 as my daily driver for a while to see if it’s really all that limiting. I’ve been wanting to go back to a smaller phone for a long time. My wife will likely be using the other SE2022 as her daily driver and selling her 13 mini, as the square design is too uncomfortable for her small hands.
The SE 2022 has the same internals as the iPhone 13 lineup. It’s a beast of a phone, bottled in an older chassis that provided excellent repairability and a powerful phone at a ridiculous price (if you grab the $49 deal!)
I upgraded from SE2020 for the 5G connectivity. Afterwards I have been enjoying features like Magsafe / better camera which I did not care about. If you are still happy with the phone, just stay with it, but pretty sure you will have another level of satisfaction by the upgrade.
I recently upgraded to a 15 from an xs of 2019… the battery is the main selling point, camera is also very good. The thing I miss is 3dtouch, really feels a step backwards until I learned about the hold the space bar trick
I’m Rocking an SE 2022 model for a year now and it’s perfect lol will upgrade to the 15 pro model afterwards though
Just to say I’ve got the exact same one as you and when in 2022 it got a bit too bartered I bought a refurb of the same one. I like the home button, don’t need anything snazzy and like the size. I’ll be staying with the home button line for as long as I can, although I wish they’d do a bit more of an upgrade when bringing out the SE, one hour extra battery life isn’t much of an upgrade
Se 2022 should be best option. I moved from SE 1->Se2020->SE2022