iPhone SE (2020) Review | Four Months Later
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Reviewing Apple's iPhone SE 2020, four months after the original release, to see if this 'value' smartphone is a viable alternative to mid-range Androids. The likes of the Pixel 4A, OnePlus Nord and Moto G 5G Plus sadly outshine the iPhone SE in many ways, from camera performance to media chops and battery life. Here's my real life experience with Apple's 'budget' mobile, let me know yours below.
You can grab this phone from £419 SIM free or £39 on contract from Vodafone here in the UK:
www.vodafone.co.uk/mobile/phones/pay-monthly-contracts/apple/iphone-se-2020
To list the pros of this blower, I like the compact finish, and elements of the design. The display is too tiny for watching movies but visuals are crisp and colourful, while the stereo speakers impress. And with Apple's A13 chipset on board, the iPhone SE 2020 is great for gaming.
However, the single lens camera is a relic, offering poor quality photos in less than good conditions. HDR snaps and night shots in particular are rubbish. Battery life is another big problem, as I rarely made it to bed without prematurely topping up that tiny cell.
I'm not a huge fan of iOS despite its many redeeming qualities, especially as iOS 13 seems more buggy than ever. Plus, there's no headphone jack, no 90Hz refresh rate, no 5G support...
That's my review of the iPhone SE 2020, but let me know your own thoughts down below!
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Man that intro sounded a bit sus until he pulled out the phone LMAO 😂😂😂
@oxiary
3 жыл бұрын
brah instantly liked the video, made my day. so smooth 😂😂😂
@yessirkeith9626
3 жыл бұрын
🤣🤣
@tyronedagreatx4878
3 жыл бұрын
🤣
@nayonnak8043
3 жыл бұрын
Okay, so that wasn’t just me when he said that 😂😂😂😭.. I had to paused & replay just to make sure he said what he SAIDD 😂😂
@thenascentdentist7435
3 жыл бұрын
Hahaha
The small screen is a selling point for me. I have really small hands and struggle with phones as “small” as 5,5” I also love that you get major OS updates for 5-6 years :)
@OmgItsLeaa
3 жыл бұрын
@Itzgreytonic looks really dont matter to me, its just a phone. battery is easily replaceable after 2-3 years for around $40 at a store, or $25 if you wanna do it yourself. no need to consume for the sake of consuming.
@jamesstein944
3 жыл бұрын
Thats what she said ;)
@MM-ev1fg
3 жыл бұрын
@Itzgreytonic Do you know if the updates can be switched off like in older models? I'm still running on iOS 10 and don't intend to update.
@MM-ev1fg
3 жыл бұрын
@Itzgreytonic Haha! Old one, don't care for phones much so I have an iPhone6 that wouldn't handle the updates well. Plus i've heard recent updates are less privacy friendly.
@OmegaRomik
3 жыл бұрын
@Itzgreytonic that's like... 5 to 6 years tho my boy lol
it's so refreshing to have a fellow brit along with the banter that comes with it reviewing these phones. Great Vids man!
@TechSpurt
3 жыл бұрын
Ha, cheers for watching fella!
@MrRedhead78
3 жыл бұрын
@@TechSpurt Most british sentence i've heard😂
@jostinghsn671
3 жыл бұрын
I literally spat out my food when he pulled that middle finger at bluetooth
@pugg5ter542
3 жыл бұрын
Its like Apple made this line to get rid of all their leftover fingerprint scanners and old batteries.
@MrPranzoi
3 жыл бұрын
They pretty much did a good job at it too !
@whysoserious4464
3 жыл бұрын
@@MrPranzoi a damn good job
@thefamilydog6392
3 жыл бұрын
Truth
@xers8719
3 жыл бұрын
@@MrPranzoi battery sucks and fingerprint scanner is slower than my s21 in display fingerprint scanner.
@xers8719
3 жыл бұрын
@@whysoserious4464 cap.
I just want Sony to bring back their compact range tbh , I loved those phones
@henrycwcw
3 жыл бұрын
Go with Aquos R3 Compact, Snapdragon 855 the size of Sony XZ1 Compact
I’ve been having that same problem I thought it was weird some times my messages won’t open and I have to delete the app and re down load it
Flipping the bird and bomb defusing link clicking scenes were hilarious. Great real experience review
@yesno7378
3 жыл бұрын
It’s not that funny
Do u know if the home button is it like the old home button where u press makes that click or is it like the iPhone 8 or 7 where u don’t press it
hello I have iphone se 2020, I would like to solve a problem regarding messenger, every time I make a video call, I can not see other things and I am forced to stay on video call all the time because if I remove the picture it comes out written room not active, you could to help?? thank you
how didi you get cod to work with a game pad i cnat get my razer jungle cat to work with my razer phone on cod
Thanks again for coming on the show yesterday. This is a fair and solid assessment of the SE. Love your takes and commentary. Cheers mate!
@TechSpurt
3 жыл бұрын
Cheers marra! And any time, was great talking bollocks with you guys :)
@sknajibul1736
3 жыл бұрын
@@TechSpurt If you can then gift me an iPhone se white color 128 gb....
@shaun-xd4050
3 жыл бұрын
Sk Najibul get a job so you can get a iPhone
@shaun-xd4050
3 жыл бұрын
Sk Najibul you make no Sense learn English
@qaderi17
3 жыл бұрын
@@shaun-xd4050 Sense doesn't need a capital letter, and you realise that the dude probably doesn't speak english.
3:32 first youtuber who really speak out the bug of iOS with a brave expression
I'm nearsighted could I see the phone without where in my glasses or is it small
Does anyone know if someone has an old iOS that isn't updated in a while, it can transfer over as normal to the new phone, or will the new phone force the latest iPhone update?
Where is the camera roll!? How can i find pictures that were only taken with this phone!?
I have an iPhone 8. How does it compare with the SE?
Good God!! This guy is amazing. I love the way he describes everything.
@tylerbridges6031
3 жыл бұрын
I love the 'sayings'
This reminds me of Sony. If Sony could use a standard 5.5inch 16:9 display with very slim bezels, I think it would be a hit since most videos fit well on 16:9 plus if Sony could use the old sony design.
Is it worth being with apple rather than samsung as samsung don't give software updates on any phone over 4 years old but apple do up to 6 years . Is this an issue . Does anyone have any info please .
What would you recommend iPhone SE 2020 or Realme 6 pro? HELP PLEASE
From where you are getting these wallpaper plzz share🙏
Great and brilliantly detailed video, exactly what I needed as one who is thinking about buying the se2020. But before I purchase I would like to know how this device copes with the IOS 14 software update. Can you advise?
So is it worth buying a pre owned iPhone 8 plus of eBay for the same price of a se20 with 1 years Apple warranty on the se.
Thank you so much for this review, I've seen too many videos of like "here's a review of a phone I've never used until right now!". A honest and great review, thanks!
omg the messenger thing happened on my iphone 8 how do i fix it
It’s nice to see/hear someone honestly review the more and more frequently buggy performance and completely gash battery life (99% likely due to software power management as new problems magically appear with each new iOS release). These issues could easily be proven to be iOS related if users had the ability to revert to older iOS versions (if apple gave a toss).
Which is better for someone who is old and needs a basic phone pixel 4a or iPhone SE?
I love your videos. I moved from P30 pro to Se 2 due to smaller size. Kept accidentally dropping my P30 pro. I am very happy with it. I also don’t do social media or games. Just use it for photos and emails. I move in and out of Apple to android phones and back. So always changing phones.I use Google Photos for storage. Keep up with your videos.
Anyone know where he gets his wallpapers from?
Which one is more better? Ip 7+ or ip se2020? Is it still relevant ip 7+ in 2020?
Watching this on my SE2. I’m really happy so far. It just doesn’t let me down on anything I do with it. I really don’t like the newest large models. This is perfect. A steal for the price tbh
The way he says “love you” at the end makes me want to say it back 🤣
Loved this review. Ur humor is on point. Cheers mate
Great vid, man! The 3 and 1/2 mac wheels comment made me chuckle! Lol
Where can i buy the game controller pls? Its name? How is it when connected with SE? Thanks
What android alternatives would you recommend?
Can anyone tell me why 16:9 is a "creaky old aspect ratio"? Why would you want anything other than 16:9??
I loved the intro, great job M8 🤣
Another great review and a reminder of why I moved over to the Dark Side! Can you recommend an android game controller which will work with my Huawei P20 mate and COD mobile? Thanks in advance, Terry
Have the iPhone pro and I miss a fingerprint reader the Face ID is spot on constantly but mask season I can’t do shhiet
Oneplus nord or Google pixel 4a which is better in your opinion bro
I have never quite understood why reviewers pick on a product that is clearly not designed for them, and then they take a dump on it like it’s the worst thing ever made. I would never buy the SE for myself but it is the PERFECT phone for my mum who is looking to upgrade from her old iPhone 6. Like, there is not even a close second on her consideration set. It’s not about the Apple ecosystem. It’s about familiarity.
no headphone jack .________. jesus f I like small phones w bezels One question tho; How much space is available to the user, as in not occupied by the OS?
One can always zoom in with 2 fingers on a webpage to touch the right link ;) over 4 years SE user :)
Amigo, you are hilarious! I think I might stay subscribed to your chanel even after I finally decide what smartphone to buy to replace my old and dying Motorola Xplay
Tell me about the battery performance?
Love watching your vids on everything you review or unbox. Never really been an Apple kind of person. I had a iPod Touch about 11 or 12 years ago or more, whenever they were a big thing. Apple may have ushered in the smartphone era but Android devices certainly took the crown afterwards.
I got the SE (2020) 3 months ago and I never had crashing issues with any app, screen is pretty good too at this size. Battery life is the only thing I hate about it.
Which Nokia phone best? Pls tell me
I wonder how you managed 10 years ago with the phones back then. They were even smaller.
Sadly I can't install bypass hotspot app and torrent app. I can't even download MP4 files off mp4upload site properly with Safari browser app or others. So sad I have to reuse my Android phone
Great video-thanQ and keep up the good work mate.......btw a point to note @ 5.59,Pixel 4a doesnt have a 90hertz display..takecare mate😀
I went from a IPhone 5C to a larger Samsung S7 (I think) and once you go to a bigger screen, going back to a smaller screen is just a no-no. And now that Android is just a nice experience and generally as good and less complicated than iOS, it would be difficult for me to justify the price of a single lens iPhone 11 or something. I'll stick to my Huawei P30 Pro thanks, the best phone I've ever had by a country mile....
@Jimbowholivesinsoup
3 жыл бұрын
eh, and i just ordered one
@north.by.northeast
3 жыл бұрын
I went from a Nexus 6P to an old Samsung A5 (temp phone) and was really surprised to find I love having a smaller lighter phone so defintely not a no-no, just different strokes for different folks.
The beginning of the review is epic
Agree on most complaints. Buy iCloud storage instead of paying mucho dineros for the expensive internal storage. (I have Huawei smart P at work and Xs Max for private use)
Your review is spot on. I wouldn’t recommend this phone unless someone must have iOS and they only need a smartphone to make calls, FaceTime, and text.
You never mention anything about water resistance fast charging and storage
Good review mate , and as someone with quiet large clumsy mitts who always has trouble typing or doing anything of precision on almost any thing less than a huge a phablet or tablet , that bit where you where trying to pick between the links i pissed meself laughing :) .
is it a good phone for someone who has big hands?
Hahaha the middle finger. I always do that to my phone.
The small screen and the home button are tow of the best things of the iPhone SE 2020 while the price is also decent.
Loved this video, we need more brit tech reviewers! 😂
Great review, well presented and full of humour !
The worst thing is the haptic home button. They make a button that doesn't click so they make a fake click you cannot turn off. It is like designing a really quiet door with rubber bumpers, seals and quiet hinges then installing a speaker you cannot turn off which plays a squeak and a slam. Idiocy of the highest order.
This video helped a ton, and you're very entertaining! Thank you :D
I feel like upgradig to this phone from the original SE which I currently have and love to use, but I feel like the new SE is a bit big :'D (ironically). I would literally still be happy with a 4" screen, but the lack of storage (16 GB) and the now worn out battery and soon-to-be outdated hardware is causing too much trouble.
Is the 2016 iphone se is still good
Possibly your best work yet. Still the gem of the interwebs.
Can u please do a video on infinix zero 8. It's a great midrange phone
NEXT WEEK, MINE IS COMING AND I'M EXCITED.
Flipping great reviews , 5***** your humour is hahaha cannot stop laughing. Everything i needed to know about this phone. Excellent review. Newly subscribed & will keep watching others. Thanks.
Which SmartWatch should I buy if I own an iPhone 10 as well as A Note 8 watch 5 or galaxy watch 3? I need fitness accuracy I do not care about things like ECG, BP .
@nicolaatkins2348
3 жыл бұрын
You'd be better off with a newer FitBit or something like that. Apple Watch will work with Android and Galaxy Watch will work with iOS but it will be really limited; I've had a Galaxy Watch with an Apple phone before and had an Apple Watch with an Android phone, and the limitations are annoying, you'll never get one of them to work perfectly with both platforms.
iPhone SE battery lasts long?
Great review & I appreciate the humor!
Used it for 4 months , battery health is 99% now. Is it okay ?
Nice review, but you didn't mention the buggy fingerprint reader. Is that just my experience? For me sometimes it just refuses to work and I have to type in the pin instead. Really frustrating.
@davidbillyard6629
Жыл бұрын
What an inconvenience 😮
You just made me buy iPhone se 2020 Thks for your Amazing intro
3:47 Watched this video a couple of times now and I just noticed the "Apple Shite" folder 😂
Moving for iphone7 to iphoneSE is amazing. I don't like big screen phones. iPads/Macbooks etc are good for watching videos.
Does any of u have an iphone se that makes weird popping noises? Mine started doing that today... the sound occurs whenever I open a KZread video and while playing cpu intensive games...
@PersianPrincess
3 жыл бұрын
Anh kh describe the popping noise plz
@anhkh1025
3 жыл бұрын
@@PersianPrincess its like the sound in this video: kzread.info/dash/bejne/o22Mm7GJgarZj5M.html
You can add a Sandisk iXpand pendrive for more (and portable) storage.
Watch a fair few of Chris's videos. Great humour and honest opinion. If I am looking for a phone, I always check these reviews out! Well done Chris!
iPhone se2 or iPhone 6s in 2021?
This is by far the best review of a phone by anyone ever.
Cool review. Great commentary
When can we expect the S20 review? I cant see that you have done one.
Nice Video as always. Would you switch from a Mate 20 Pro to the se?
@TheGoody71
3 жыл бұрын
No
@mikebirtles3773
3 жыл бұрын
Had both, think 20, pro, but obviously there is some issues with Huawei/ Google, SE, is nice , I personally prefer, Android , to i ,os. Some people may disagree, im sure, but that's just,me. Both good phones. At the moment I've got, Galaxy Note 10. Nice. 👍😉🇬🇧
@lazartazar2021
3 жыл бұрын
Plus the battery on the se is crap
@mikebirtles3773
3 жыл бұрын
@@lazartazar2021 yes it is. 👍
He said it perfectly. Phones are too big these days plus that edge to edge display clicks the buttons that you don't wanna click. Need atleast 2 hands to operate one phone.
3:53 yes, that's my face everytime using iOS, don't know why still alive....even so, still the only devices I'm interesting on just because of size.
I can't wait for your 2022 SE review -so I can decide if it's almost as good as the 13 mini. :)
Fabulous and honest review as always.
I have never had any of those crashes or glitches you mentioned with that phone. Mine literally DOES "just work".
@adminbulma9024
3 жыл бұрын
Same
@flamez7507
3 жыл бұрын
Same I never had those glitches not even on a beta 🤣🤣
@silvercomet5330
3 жыл бұрын
I'm sure you've had some by now. I guess the pandemic is giving some developers a difficult time optimizing the phones with frequent updates. Iphones have been getting pretty glitchy. Not insanely glitchy but it's there.
@garypayne4284
3 жыл бұрын
@@silvercomet5330 nope never had any glitches with an iPhone unlike the android phones I have had
@silvercomet5330
3 жыл бұрын
@@garypayne4284 kinda weird. Apps keep crashing at random moments of the week. I got a Oneplus phone and it rarely crashes. Maybe your android phone was some cheap $200 phone.
It was really funny when he said "you have three colours black, white and the funky product red which is tasty"🤣🤣🤣🤣
The pixel 4A does not have a 90Hz display, standard 60hz. 6:00
Please try to get your hands on the realme 7 series when it gets released
@xshotx2745
3 жыл бұрын
yea especially the X7
@TechSpurt
3 жыл бұрын
I'll definitely be all over that Realme goodness...
@lofijosh5493
3 жыл бұрын
How would you say the screen is treating you is it too Small
@PersianPrincess
3 жыл бұрын
Roshan Ezra WHATS the realme 7 series?
you put me of this phone now are you going to buy a Xiaomi mi 10 light 5g its on sale on amazon and looks good be great for a review it costs £239
Did u colour your eyebrows??
Whats that wallpaper tho
Where you got that phone wallpaper from?
@Mxter41
3 жыл бұрын
??
what is the name of the anime ( Lock Screen Wallpaper ) ???
@yuliusjrt9917
3 жыл бұрын
Morteza Taleb saga of Tanya the evil