Apple’s iPhone SE is finally here. So is it worth holding onto the iPhone 6s, waiting for the iPhone 7 or getting the iPhone SE in the mean time?
We’ve all seen the iPhone 5c, which is basically a cheaper version of the iPhone 5. Apple has once again launched the SE model that is available on sale for just $399. Users looking for a new phone with features from the 6s are now able to purchase the SE and take advantage of those features at a much lower price.
The SE uses theiPhone 5 case, but that’s the only iPhone 5 add-on you’ll get here. The rest of the phone is brand new and provides the features of the iPhone 6s. Users can expect the latest A9 chip that has been used to power the highly impressive iPhone 6s. This means you get all the incredible speed and features of the 6s, but is a smaller 4-inch display with iPhone 5 case.
So what about the camera? Well, that has also been upgraded to feature (like Apple would say) the most powerful camera in the world. The SE impresses with amazing picture quality as a 12MP camera has been fitted and has the features of the iPhone 6s, meaning live images are available to capture motion photos for memories that come to life. With this power camera, video up to 4K will be available just like the iPhone 6s.
So great price, amazing features from the iPhone 6s, so how can it be half the price? Well, those currently using an iPhone 6s or 6s Plus will see no mention of the 3D Touch feature has been mentioned, which is exactly what makes the iPhone 6s so expensive. This is the latest powerful feature created by Apple to add more functions.
Up to this point, I would not recommend putting away your iPhone 6s and getting an SE, but if you are currently looking to upgrade to a new device and the 6s is a bit too pricey, the SE is a brilliant direction to look into. The iPhone 7 will once again have a massive price tag, once again making the SE a great option. Besides, with Apples fantastic trade-in option, users will be able to trade in the SE for a discounted price on the iPhone 7 due release in September.