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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 198 reviews

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Customers are enthusiastic about the Apple iPhone SE 4G LTE for its affordability, compact size, and reliable camera. Many appreciate its user-friendly interface, long battery life, and excellent sound quality. While some customers expressed disappointment about the phone being locked to a specific carrier, the overall positive feedback highlights the phone's value and functionality.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great alternative to more expensive iPod Touch

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I snagged this during Black Friday weekend for only $99 dollars--it was a great steal! I bought it for my young teenage daughter to use basically as an inexpensive iPod Touch (the comparable price of a 32gb iPod Touch was double at $199!). Even at the regular price of $159 it's a great buy. We've been using it since Christmas day and it functions just as well (actually, the battery life is superior!) to the iPod Touch 6th generation we already have at home. We just didn't activate the phone, and it's no problem at all; it doesn't try to remind us to do it constantly (or ever, at all). We've had a couple of cheap prepaid Android phones (a couple of Samsungs and one LG) that we used the same way (didn't activate, just used with Wi-Fi) and those brands always would bother us with numerous prompts to activate the phone. iPhones don't do that at all. It is an excellent phone at an unbelievable price. I'm already planning to buy another one, just as an additional one to have because the price is so good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    iOS 12 In A Compact Design!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I switched back to Apple after several years on Android. I don't necessarily prefer one platform over the other; I just get bored and like to change things up a bit. One thing I knew for certain, is that I didn't want a gigantic brick of a phone that the latest models tend to be nowadays. The last iPhone I owned was the iPhone 4, and one of my favorite characteristics of its design was the small form factor. Enter the iPhoneSE. All of the speed and power of an iPhone6, but with none of the bulk. You get the A9 processor, 32gb of storage, and iOS 12. My only complaint about Apple products is the lack of MicroSD expansion options. All things considered, I am enjoying a small form factor again, and being able to one-hand/one-thumb the entire screen is great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Processor speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Powerful phone in a nice size

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My wife had an iPhone 5S that was starting to need a replacement. The SE kept the same body, allowing her to re-use her preferred case. Having speedier internals and a better camera were noticed by her as well.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Iphone SE

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this phone for my daughter. The set-up was horrendous but the phone is actually very nice. You can use this phone with Tracfone if you call them for the switch.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The Classic iphone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great phone for a good price new. For those that love the iphone UI but not the price tag Total Wireless is selling the SE at a price way way below apple's price tag. Also, total wireless has given me good service in the one month I have been using them. The customer service is pathetic, but it is a budget company that happens to have good service. Additionally, the phone can be unlocked after 1 year of continuous service so theres always that route too. This is my plan, as I left my family plan to use total wireless with the intention of going back after they unlock. The lack of wireless tethering on TW is disappointing, but its also the norm on these kinds of service providers. That all being said, the SE is a solid phone with hardware that will serve anyone looking for a cheap way into the applesphere. With 32 GB of memory its enough for the basics and can hold many apps and run them with zero issues. Everything is here in the SE. Touch ID, a headphone jack! (the last model to feature this), a pair of headphones+charger included, great camera, amazing call quality. Overall I have been very pleased with this phone and service and couldn't ask for much more considering the price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good service; Great phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Just jumped to Apple from Android. Lots of changes, but I can say this little guy has surprised me with the speed, simplicity, and ability to go head to head with my recent flagship Samsung.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome phone for the price! No complaints! Small and fast!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Easy to learn, not as easy to use.

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    This is my first iPhone, and I thought I would struggle a bit with getting to know it. Not so! Everything from iTunes to the app store to the settings was much easier to learn than any Android phone I've ever had. The practice was a bit more difficult. Firstly, this phone is small! I knew that going in, and it's my own fault, but be aware, it's hard to get used to. The second difficulty is the touch screen. Other phones touch screens are very sensitive, very easy to activate. Sometimes I feel like I'm having to beat on this screen to get anything to work. Those are my only problems though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Small but powerful.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Phones go larger and larger its screen size but it doesn't mean we have larger and larger hands. I have small hands and love its screen size. Also, it has a good AP which can be powerful in this resolution.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was on sale for $129.99 so I bought it just for using iOS apps. It offers perfect size and weight for me.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Camera quality, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    The greatest phone I bought

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This phone works excellent. Perfect size. No marks or scratches. I’m using this phone to type right now. Good price too. and also, get a phone card so you could call and text. Camera will work perfect for YouTube, I’m a YouTuber who vlogs, it’s gonna be awesome

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Prefer the smaller sized phone and have had the best long term success with Apple phones and this one appears to be no exception

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great Apple Intro

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I had iPod Touches before the phones came out, but I’ve had an Android since 2013-14. I’m trying out how I like iOS. Music syncing is way better, but it is still more buggy as a phone than I hear Apple fans admit. It seems to work smoother than my $100-$130 Androids with the exception that it seems to sometimes not register my touch, but I’m not sure if it’s a finger-placement problem or touchscreen problem. I like it, but it’ll take me a while to get used to a new OS.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great iPhone for a decent price

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I was thinking about getting an iPhone for a while, but was worried about the price. When I got to Best Buy, I was shown the iPhone SE. The iPhone works great. Has all the features you'd need in a smartphone. Overall, a great iPhone for a great price.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Size

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Cheap and Reasonable

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a good investment I bought two of these Apple Se phone for a gift for my niece and nephew. They loved the phones good quality, camera, size, and you can do everything a iPhone 6 can do.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Camera quality, Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great smartphone.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    A small phone that is easy to carry in a pocket. Easy to use for an older dude like me who has no smartphone skills. The camera is very easy to use quickly the photos are of good quality. I have a lot to learn but so far I am encouraged to keep experimenting.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Performance

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great smartphone. I am loving it!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I tried another brand and had nothing but problems. Had to turn it in. I am enjoying this phone.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Processor speed

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great smart phone for entry level and advanced

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The iPhone SE is a great little phone with all the bells and whistles (and running latest IOS12 sw). Worlds best interface and most secure phones. Battery is great and operates fast. Great call quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Phone

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works Great as an ipod in my car use it everyday when I'm driving around town and to work.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid price Solid phone

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    Solid price Solid phone been actually using it as a streaming device and it works great

    I would recommend this to a friend
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