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Price

The cost of a smartphone without a contract depending on the amount of flash memory: in the USA - $399-499; in Russia, the cost of a model with 16 GB of memory will be 37,990 rubles, and a similar model with 64 GB of memory will be 47,990 rubles.

In September 2016, with the release of the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, Apple reduced prices for the iPhone SE: from September 7, prices in the United States are $399-$449 (the price of the model with 16 GB of memory has not changed); in Russia, the cost of a model with 16 GB of memory decreased to 34,990 rubles, and a similar model with 64 GB of memory began to cost 39,990 rubles.

Specifications

Based on Apple data.

Design

Aluminum and glass body. Rear iPhone panel The SE is made from anodized aluminum. The inner layers at the top and bottom of the back panel are made of glass ceramic (on models with gold, pink and silver body) or colored glass (on Space Gray models).

Wireless network

Depending on support cellular networks, two models were released:

• Model A1662: GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz); UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (850, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); LTE (bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 29)
• Model A1723: GSM/EDGE (850, 900, 1800, 1900 MHz); UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA (850, 900, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); CDMA EV-DO Rev. A (850, 1700/2100, 1900, 2100 MHz); TD‑LTE (bands 38, 39, 40, 41); TD-SCDMA 1900(F), 2000(A); LTE (bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28)

All models additionally support wireless networks:

• Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac

Location tools

• GPS (with Assisted GPS technology) and GLONASS
• Digital compass
• By names of Wi-Fi networks
• By identifiers cell towers and the strength of their signals
• iBeacon Precise Location Feature

Display

• Retina display
• Widescreen touchscreen with a diagonal of 4 inches
• Multi-Touch support
• Resolution 1136 x 640 pixels, 326 pixels/inch (727040 pixels)
• Contrast ratio 800:1 (standard)
• Brightness up to 500 cd/m2 (standard)
• Fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating on the front panel
• Supports simultaneous display of multiple languages ​​and character sets

Camera, photo and video

Main camera:

• 12 megapixel iSight camera, 1.22 µm pixel linear size
• Aperture ƒ/2.2
• The entrance window is protected by a sapphire crystal insert
• Flash from two LEDs
• Photo sensor using Backside Illumination (BSI) technology
• Five element lens
• Hybrid IR cut filter
• Autofocus
• Focus by touch
• Face recognition in photos
• Panoramic photography
• Continuous shooting
• Slow motion
• Linking photos and videos to the shooting location
• Video recording, up to 30 fps; FullHD 1080p up to 60 fps; 720p up to 240fps (Slow-mo video only)
• Video stabilization
• Possibility of taking photos while shooting video
• 3x video zoom

Front-camera:

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• comfortable for working with information, watching movies, surfing the Internet;
• fits easily in your hand, so you can easily reach any point on the display;
• looks very presentable. Its brushed body is made of aluminum. The smartphone is available in four traditional colors.

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4 inches, YEAH! What could be better?

Why I wanted an iPhone SE

Arthur: when I sold in 2014 year iPhone 5s and bought an iPhone 6, I realized that I had made a big mistake by switching from a 4 to 4.7 inch display. I don't strive for large diagonals; I like compact gadgets.

I still didn’t get used to the huge “six”, so I didn’t upgrade to the next S-generation.

Apple then announced iPhone SE with the filling from the iPhone 6s, but in the 5s body. And my joy knew no bounds. I decided to buy one for myself no matter what.

I went to France. But you can also get it in Moscow

I figured that if I buy the phone at the start of sales in France, I save 7,000 rubles. after the return Tax Free. At that time, no one in Moscow had yet offered iPhone pre-order SE, so I didn't lose anything.

But in fact there was a second reason to take a plane ticket: I had never been to Paris.

That's what was needed right away two SE.

And finally, our daughters study French at school, so speaking practice will only benefit them. It was decided to go with the whole family, renting an apartment through Airbnb around Apple Store.

While I was in Paris and waiting for the start of sales, Nikita Goryainov also took SE - but in Moscow.

The most noticeable thing: they improved the camera

For those who don’t believe, I made a direct comparison - below.

I activated the iPhone right in the store so that on the way home I could take photos with a 12 megapixel camera and compare it with the iPhone 6, which has only 8 megapixels. See the results below.

The sliders on the pictures can be moved. Rotate your iPhone horizontally.

It's hard to notice the difference on the web, although it exists. Definitely in favor of SE.

Both smartphones take excellent photos, but the SE has five advantages.

Firstly, the SE has a Retina Flash for selfies when the face is backlit by the screen: the controller increases the brightness of the screen three times compared to normal state. At the beginning of the process, the screen lights up bright white, after which it changes its hue to amber.

As a result, you get a beautiful photo with realistic color rendering and natural skin tone.

Secondly, high-speed focusing system ( Focus Pixels) - it's simple megathing! Focuses five times faster than the iPhone 6. The difference is colossal.

Third, the SE camera produces less noise. Visible in direct comparison, as below.

Fourth, the SE camera does not stick out!!! YAHOO! Down with the humps.

What was in the box: charger, lightning cable, paper clip, headphones with 3.5 plug. Standard set.

What's in terms of performance: I see the difference with the iPhone 6, it cannot be denied. No wonder that in iPhone tests SE even beat the iPhone 6s.

With the same hardware, the smaller SE diagonal eats up fewer processor resources. This means that everything works a little faster than on flagship smartphone Apple.

My only nitpick: It's a pity that Apple did not provide a 128 GB version. I had to take it to 64. Maximum size memory is only available on board the flagships 6s/Plus. Market laws!

Love is when 5s + 6s

How I missed a 4-inch phone! It's hard to understand until you can compare it. And it’s one thing when you compare it with an old pipe. And it’s completely different when both work at the flagship level.

This is my new iPhone, and now I say goodbye to the six.

In my opinion, SE - perfect phone With . If you want something more, I get it iPad mini 2.

There seems to be no excitement, but in reality everything is much more interesting. Real people go first for a new iPhone Apple fans, and not random passers-by. There are fewer of us, but we know what's what.

iPhone SE in Moscow. Five impressions

Nikita: I take the French speaker from Arthur, unpacking my own iPhone SE.

He came to me literally 10 minutes ago, so I quickly finish writing these lines and go to test. The guys from Onlyphones brought it - mega respect.

I want to say right away that this phone is not intended for those who fall for gold 12-inch MacBooks and buy 100,500 dull straps Apple Watch and generally takes “Apple” only because it’s fashionable.

This smart is for those who remember what Apple was like under Jobs. No shovels, Samsung killers. Only really convenient smartphone , which can absolutely All.

1. It is very small. Whoa.

As a 6s Plus owner, I'm shocked. What a miniature keyboard, it's so easy kick-ass. How to print on it? Although…

You can’t fool muscle memory; in the end, I never missed a beat while entering personal data from initial setup. The screen, by the way, due to its size seems clearer than that on the sixes.

I've been using it for about 20 minutes at the time of writing these lines. So I pick up Plus and think. Still, it was good when there were no shovels. But for two years now we have no choice; if you want a “top” smart, you have to take a huge one.

Thank you, Apple - now you have a choice There is.

2. He flies. Because inside there is a “flagship”

I have an iPhone 5s next to me for comparison. So, the difference is cosmic. My colleague Mikk described it best:

After the iPhone SE, the “old” iPhone 5s seems Chinese fake on crooked Android.

It turns out that desktop animation, including the search bar, may not slow down. All menus open without a single hint of lag. Applications are flying no"thoughtful" screens.

The difference is obvious. No need to look at back panel, to see which of the “fives” is new: you just take it, unlock it and understand everything without unnecessary movements.

2 gigabytes of RAM do the job. I predict iPhone SE life cycle at 3-5 years without big problems for the owner. Call this date the current one iPhone users 6, you will hear a sob and crunch in response.

3. One hand is enough.

First world problems, right? It’s funny how it happened: first Apple taught us to love shovels, and now it reminded us that life before was no worse.

When you can do absolutely everything on a smart phone without “throwing” it in your palm, without moving it, without stretching your fingers to the far corner - you understand why Jobs fought so hard for small screens and did not let Apple release Plus during his lifetime. This is great, and there is nothing to add here.

I don’t pretend to be true, but it seems to me that SE is doomed to become a hit not only among Apple technology connoisseurs, but also among practical girls. A small smartphone is damn convenient. And if also pink... well, you understand.

Unlike Arthur, I have not yet decided to make the SE my main phone. The screen is half the size, it will take some getting used to. It would be a different matter if I hadn’t initially taken Plus, I would have stayed on the once beloved “five”. Then, sorry, now there would be pure ecstasy.

4. He seems weightless.

I usually wear the 6s Plus along with the branded silicone case. So, I now picked up SE and realized how much The shovel is heavy compared to the new one.

How to compare fluff and a kilogram of potatoes. Yes, you can carry a potato all day without problems, but if it weighed like a feather, no one would be upset.

The difference between the iPhone SE and 6s Plus (in the case) is exactly twofold. But at the same time, the SE can do everything the 6s can. As they said in a famous advertisement, if the result is the same, why carry more?

5. The design is not outdated. I missed.

All iPhones in the “five” case look like jewelry. Jonathan Ive spoke directly about this at one time: they say, we made this case, trying to give it the features of precious jewelry.

Gold does not age, just like silver. This aluminum brick doesn't feel thick or uncomfortable. It just digs into your hand a little - an unusual feeling after 2 years of owning a “six”.

But when you put both on the table, you instinctively think: after all SE looks more expensive. Not more expensive than gadget, like a “sophisticated thing” - but more expensive, like a good one thing.

It is clear that all these are purely visual moments, and the design of the “six” is still awesome. But there is no jewelry magic in it. It's a matter of SE.

My final opinion

This is the number one smartphone for those who stopped believing in Apple and stayed at the “A” level. Others will start thinking the same way when they hold it in their hands - and with nostalgia they will remember how it was comfortable just recently.

You can take the iPhone SE simply for what it is represents the best what the Cupertino team has achieved over the years. Breakthroughs in hardware, metal in the body, stylish and slightly “elite” design.

Yes, lovers of fashionable new spillikins will not fall for him. They won't be able to show off for another celebrity social networks. You won’t flaunt them at every turn, showing that you are “a fashionable person with a new Apple product.”

Because this smart for those in the know. He wiped away a tear and went to use it. Good luck to all.

P.S.: how Arthur “stood in line” in Paris

Remembering my time in line in Munich, I decided to spend the night at home and in the morning go to the very opening of the store.

After passing security shopping center Carrousel, having turned out all my pockets, showing that I had no belts, grenades, RPGs, promising not to put hats, hoods, bandanas, scarves on my head, I stood on the escalator - and became sad.

A line of several hundred people snaked around the hall between the columns, heading towards the Apple Store. Well, I think we've arrived. Okay, at least I’ll write a report, talk to sellers, and take photos of the happy owners of the iPhone SE.

And suddenly it turns out that this line is at one of the entrances of the Louvre.

At the Apple Store no one. Maybe I got the date wrong?

I go inside and ask, do you sell new iPhones? Yes, yes, they answer me, how old are you?

The purchase took me exactly 5 minutes. They brought me receipts for Tax Free and told me where the nearest return point was.

Sellers have payment terminals on their belts with iPhones as a computer. You can insert a card into this thing, it is also a barcode and QR code scanner, and special software allows the seller to quickly enter the data of the new owner, passport and send the information for printing.

And where queue, I ask? They answer me: it won’t happen, because the iPhone SE supposedly “ not big launch" Indeed, there is not a single poster depicting the new product hanging either in the windows or on the walls.

Apple, what are you doing? Doesn't look like you.

By releasing the iPhone SE, Apple played into the hands of 5/s accessory manufacturers. It’s hard to imagine how many previously unsold goods immediately ended up on the shelves, including cases, bumpers, and batteries.

Accessories for "fives" cost much cheaper than for subsequent generations of iPhones - what a benefit for everyone!

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Finally you can forget about every rumor about new iPhone 5 SE, which by the time Apple presentations started to get pretty boring. Today in the review we will figure out what the new-old has become iPhone SE(this is the name of the model, and not, as many mistakenly call it, iPhone 5 SE or iPhone 6 SE), let’s analyze the work of Apple engineers and find out who the device is aimed at, and how it differs from the iPhone 6S.

After Greg Jozwiak came on stage and showed off the new iPhone SE, I went nuts. Apple marketers did a brilliant thing: they put hardware from the iPhone 6S into the iPhone 5S case and sell it as completely new phone. From the manufacturer’s point of view, this is brilliant - it turns out that many parts of the case are interchangeable. This will also have a positive impact on the availability of repairs for regular user— we know what prices they charge for simple replacement screen on the same iPhone 6s, but here it will easily fit from the top five.

Priced at $399 for modern phone quite good, but in Russia this figure from the officials miraculously turns into 37,990 rubles, i.e. at the current exchange rate it’s almost 570 bucks. Excuse me, but this is a complete robbery, there is no other way to call it.

Since we're talking about price, we need to mention modifications, and there will be only two of them - 16 GB and 64 GB. I don’t see the point at all in the initial version, especially considering that new model can shoot video in 4K resolution. 64 GB looks more interesting, but for additional volume you have to pay a slightly different amount - 100 bucks more. It would be better if they made 32 and 64 GB versions, but they are run by marketers who know that you will buy the 64 GB version if you buy at all.

There will be four color options, including classic silver, gold and gray space pink will be added, so the glamorous FIFAs who do not reach the top 6 now have something to dream about again.

I know that many fans of Apple technology would like the iPhone SE to have a design identical to the iPhone 6S, but “figs,” as the hero of one famous cartoon said! But the smartphone will not fall out of hands - the dirty iPhone 6 slips out of users much more often than the previous 5.

Now let's talk about hardware. Even though the iPhone 5 SE incorporates almost everything that's great about the 6S, there are some important changes.

I almost forgot! The SE is one of the lightest smartphones ever. He loses to the leaders by only a couple of grams.
The four-inch display will not receive 3D Touch pressure recognition technology, which to this day remains an exclusive feature of the 6S and its brother, the 6S+.

By the way, about the displays themselves. Even despite their seemingly identical nature, the iPhone 6S uses a matrix with better contrast, and the pixels are made using dual domain technology, while the iPhone SE does not. They provide a wider viewing angle. Otherwise, all parameters - be it pixel density or brightness - are the same.

If the main camera is the same as the flagship, then the front camera remains poor, only 1-2 megapixels versus 5 megapixels. Selfie lovers, you can cry! The rest don’t really care what kind of camera is used for video calls in our terrible 3G.

The iPhone 5 SE also did not receive the fast second-generation Touch ID, thanks to which the smartphone recognizes a fingerprint in a split second.

By the way, the inscription SE means Special Edition, i.e. special version– Apple chief marketer Phil Schiller spoke about this.

And the iPhone SE doesn't have a barometer.

Due to the smaller display size, the iPhone SE demonstrates excellent performance, and in the AnTuTu benchmark tests the new product earned more than 125,000 points, which is almost the same as the iPhone 6S+, although for the most part, no one is interested in these tests, because the device works quickly.

Here's where, where, and in time battery life iPhone SE is in the lead. The built-in battery will allow you to surf the Internet for 2 hours more than on the 6S. Everything is very clear here: the display is smaller - so is the weight loss.

Otherwise, all the filling is identical: Apple processor A9 with M9 coprocessor, 2 GB RAM, 12 megapixel main camera, NFC module, even such features as “Hey Siri” on a non-chargeable iPhone, and pampering in the form of Live Photos are here.

In fact, we got a smaller 6 for less money, but anyone who is already accustomed to a 4.7-inch display is unlikely to want to exchange it for something smaller. On the other hand, people who do not have the money for a top-end iPhone now have the opportunity to purchase a new product with an old design. True, affordability of prices in Russia is a very controversial issue.

Here I would like to hear your opinion, is this the kind of smartphone you were waiting for from Apple and will you buy it?

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Most often we do reviews dedicated to devices on Android based. This is not caused by love for operating system, but by the fact that, in terms of the number of models produced, 95 percent (if not 99) of smartphones operate on the basis of a “green robot”. In March 2016 Apple company presented new device under the name iPhone SE (Special Edition), aimed at fans of compact handsets. It has become Apple's cheapest product; in the US the price starts at $400. You can buy it from us now from 500 USD. e.

The smartphone is a kind of hybrid, and combines the most current hardware from the 6S with the design of the good old 5S. What, besides design, are the differences between the models, what are the disadvantages of the new small iPhone and who will it suit - this review will help you find out Apple iPhone SE.

The smartphone was the company's response to the wishes of fans who wanted a device with iPhone-sized 5S, but with updated hardware. Therefore, the long-known design was combined with last generation iron used in the sixth model.

Design, case materials, dimensions and weight

Externally, the smartphone is almost identical to its predecessor. The only difference noticeable to the naked eye was the appearance of a pink color on the body. Otherwise, the smartphones are the same. The front panel is tempered glass, under the screen there is physical button“home” with a fingerprint sensor, on top there is a speaker hole, a camera eye and sensors.

The back is the same aluminum, with white stripes to separate the antennas. At the top there is a camera with LED flash, and nothing else.

On the right side there is a SIM card tray, on the left there are volume buttons and a slider for switching the sound mode.

The top is empty except for the power button, Lightning ports and 3.5 mm are at the bottom. The speaker grille is also located there.

The dimensions of the smartphone are 12.38 cm in height and 5.86 cm in width. The thickness of the iPhone SE is 7.6 mm. The device weighs 113 grams, which is 1 gram less than the 5S. Not the most compact dimensions for 4", but compared to most smartphones the device really looks small.

CPU

In the iPhone SE, manufacturers installed the chipset from older models (6S and 6S Plus) – Apple A9. It is dual-core and operates at 1.85 GHz. The PowerVR GT7600 GPU is responsible for playing 3D graphics. In the AnTuTu benchmark, the smartphone scores 132 thousand points, which is very good. However, happiness is not in benchmarks: the main thing is that real work The device is fast and does not freeze. Its productivity reserve will last for several years to come.

Memory

RAM in the iPhone SE, as in older models, is 2 GB. For an Android smartphone, this volume corresponds to the budget or mid-price range. But Apple optimizes the use of hardware resources better, so 2 GB is enough for a system. Of course, if you open and minimize two or three dozen programs in a row, some of them will crash. But there are no sudden closures of applications during work.

Built-in memory 16 or 64 GB. There are no 32 and 128 GB versions. About 12 or about 60 GB are available, depending on the version. Naturally, the smartphone does not support memory cards. But there is access to cloud storage Apple.

Battery

The battery capacity seems ridiculous: 1624 mAh is small even for 4 inches. But thanks to optimization of energy consumption, autonomy cannot be called bad. Small screen also makes its contribution, as a result, at full brightness the video plays for about 8 hours (versus 7 hours for the 5S and 5 hours for the 6s). When the brightness decreases, the operating time increases to 11 hours.

Games drain the battery in about 6 hours, which is pretty good compared to 3-5 hours for the average Android device. In standby mode, the smartphone will last about 2 days. Charger produces a current of up to 1 A at a voltage of 5 V. Charging from it lasts approximately 2 hours. From a PC, the charge is recharged in about 3 hours.

Cameras

Compared to its predecessor, the iPhone SE received an updated camera, the resolution of which has increased to 12 MP. Five-lens optics with an F/2.2 aperture are used. The pixel size of the matrix is ​​slightly larger than average - 1.22 microns. Phase detection autofocus is supported, there is an HDR mode, but optical stabilization has not been added. The module is identical to that of the 6s, and there are no differences in the pictures.

The quality of shooting is generally good, there is no doubt about it: detail is at the level, color rendition is tolerable, noise is expressed in moderation. But there is no reason to consider the camera (like the 6S) a standard. In good lighting, even a $150 Chinese phablet with 13 MP can take such pictures.

The main task that the camera copes with significantly better than the mentioned Chinese (and more expensive devices) is evening photography. When there is a lack of light, there is much less noise in the pictures, and the outlines of objects are more pronounced.

The front camera is equipped with a modest 1.2 MP matrix. It has a modest aperture of F/2.4 and standard size pixel. But it supports HDR modes, face detection, and HD video recording at 30 FPS. The main camera can record in 4K 2160P with 30 FPS, 1080P/up to 120 FPS and 720P/240 FPS.

Screen

The screen matrix of the iPhone SE remains the same as its predecessor. It's still the same 4-inch IPS display with a resolution of 1136x640 pixels, with a pixel density of 326 PPI. It features a large brightness reserve (up to 600 cd/m2, almost twice as much as budget handsets), excellent viewing angles and correct color rendition.

Touchscreen - from tempered glass, supports multi-touch. But the device does not have 3D Touch functions, unlike the 6S model. It was decided to leave the screen module the same as that of the 5S to reduce production costs and protect against internal competition.

Communications

The NanoSIM format SIM card is installed on the side. Depending on the version, the device can work in all existing networks GSM, CDMA, 3G and LTE. If the smartphone was purchased legally (from an official representative), problems with network incompatibility will not arise.

Among the wireless iPhone interfaces SE – dual-frequency Wi-Fi (2.4/5 GHz) and Bluetooth 4.2 (only for accessories, not file sharing). NFC is available, but only works with the system Apple Pay. The navigator works with GPS and GLONASS, finds satellites quickly and positions quite accurately.

The Lightning connector (double-sided) is used to connect to a computer and charge; the OTG function is conditionally available, but the ability to work with drives is very limited.

Sound

Apple usually doesn’t have problems with sound, the iPhone SE was no exception. The speaker is loud and clear. Bass, of course, is not enough, but this is a problem with the size in general. Unlike other manufacturers, Apple equips its devices with a good headset, which there is no particular need to change. The only pity is that the iPhone SE does not have a radio receiver.

operating system

Installed out of the box on iPhone SE a new version iOS 9.3. After the update was released, other models of Apple devices also received it. This is classic iOS, “spherical in a vacuum.” The traditional interface without a dedicated menu, widgets and other decorations is actually quite convenient, you quickly get used to it. Moreover, the system works quickly and stably, and updates are quickly released to fix minor bugs.

Peculiarities

Being the successor to the 5S model, the iPhone SE turned out to be more advanced in technically. The hardware and camera have undergone improvements, and the memory capacity has changed. Traditionally for Apple, the smartphone has some limitations (reduced NFC and Bluetooth functionality, lack of support external drives). But this is an iPhone, so fans of the brand are accustomed to such nuances and do not regard them as a minus.

Pros and cons of Apple iPhone SE

Pros:

• Fast iron;
• Great screen;
• Good camera;
• Stable OS;
• Good battery life in games.

Flaws:

• Old design (not for everyone);
• Not very capacious everyday use battery;
• Software iOS restrictions(minus the system, not the specific model).

Who is a smartphone suitable for?

Primary Audience iPhone buyers SE are people who use an iPhone 4 or 5 (with or without the letter S, it doesn’t matter), but don’t want to buy the 6S, which seems a bit large. This smaller smartphone was specially created for them. The most low price in the line (not counting the refurbished 5S, which can be found even cheaper) makes the model attractive to those who Apple flagship it is too expensive. People willing to try Apple technology, but not ready to pay a lot of money for it, may also be interested in the iPhone SE.

Those who are already accustomed to big screens. After 5-5.5 inches, returning to a small diagonal is uncomfortable. Even a plus in the form simple controls with one hand can be blocked by minuses. For those who want a new iPhone, with all its features, the iPhone SE is also not suitable. It does not have optical stabilization, pressure perception and other “features” already introduced earlier.

Our review of the Apple iPhone SE

iPhone SE is a combination of “classic” and novelty. This is not a product that can make a breakthrough in the market. The review did not reveal any significant disadvantages of the smartphone, but also advantages compared to others current models(except for compactness) it has nothing. Just a good, balanced and moderately reliable device.