I just got my base model iPhone SE (2020) this week and couldn’t be happier.

For context, I already have an iPhone 13 Pro Max as my main phone but I got the SE for the sole purpose of using it in bed. The screen is just the right size to prevent eye fatigue before going to sleep and the form factor makes it so easy to hold while lying down.

Sure you can say that I still have a large phone to complement this one but I find myself gravitating towards the SE during the day.

The only caveat is I only stay at home and if I’m going out, it’s almost always not used (aside from the occasional calls and texts) that’s why I think the battery life is enough.

But all in all, I could say that I am fully satisfied with this purchase. :)

Comments

Mechtroop t1_j9w35qr wrote on February 24, 2023 at 11:44 PM

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It’s one thing to buy an iPhone. It’s another thing to buy a second iPhone just for bed.

I can’t wait to upgrade my iPhone SE 2020 (purchased in 2020) for the hopeful iPhone 15 Pro. If I don’t trade it in, maybe I’ll use it for bed too, haha.

Smootie__ t1_j9w70h5 wrote on February 25, 2023 at 12:12 AM

#1,980,572

Seems like the weight of the 13 pro max deterred you from using it in bed, hence the SE purchase. Would the 14 Plus have met your needs? It’s 38 grams lighter without giving up screen size. It just lacks promotion.

assblastin00 t1_j9w9jon wrote on February 25, 2023 at 12:31 AM

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The battery is pretty bad unfortunately.

Merakephiii t1_j9wb5di wrote on February 25, 2023 at 12:43 AM

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Replying to Smootie__ (#1,980,572)

I would think the 14 Plus would be a lot more expensive than the SE 2nd gen

Diet_Water t1_j9wvfjl wrote on February 25, 2023 at 3:24 AM

#1,984,710

Good take but I have to disagree. It’s so wild to me that apple is still using a design from 2014 (iPhone 6). Looks incredibly outdated and is priced accordingly. The fact that they include current gen chips is pretty incredible though

Smootie__ t1_j9x8350 wrote on February 25, 2023 at 5:19 AM

#1,986,762

Replying to Merakephiii (#1,981,271)

Carrier deals have had pretty great installment deals.

PettyAdi OP t1_j9xpuvf wrote on February 25, 2023 at 8:54 AM

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Replying to Diet_Water (#1,984,710)

The design is exactly why I got it. For my use case which is just a device for bed, it works wonders as it is very easy to hold. I agree with you on the current gen chip tho. It is a beast.

PettyAdi OP t1_j9xpxp3 wrote on February 25, 2023 at 8:55 AM

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Replying to Smootie__ (#1,980,572)

I dont think I would need another big phone. But if I only had one, I’d still choose the iPhone 13 pro max, albeit, not in bed. 🤦🏻‍♂️😂

PettyAdi OP t1_j9xpzx1 wrote on February 25, 2023 at 8:56 AM

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Replying to Mechtroop (#1,979,842)

Dudeee! The form factor of the iPhone SE makes it really easy to use in bed. Just enough to not have eye strain when watching content. 👌🏼

PettyAdi OP t1_j9xq0tc wrote on February 25, 2023 at 8:56 AM

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Replying to assblastin00 (#1,981,017)

I guess Ill find out in the next couple of days. :)

paulstelian97 t1_j9y2otb wrote on February 25, 2023 at 11:56 AM

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Replying to Diet_Water (#1,984,710)

The SE is having the iPhone 8 design on a modern device. On purpose. Because some people like it more than the iPhone X design (which my iPhone 13 still has, just a slightly narrower notch)

Brilliant_Elk_1531 t1_j9y39l8 wrote on February 25, 2023 at 12:03 PM

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Replying to PettyAdi (#1,989,513)

Funny enough I use a tablet for bed.

We are not the same

Brilliant_Elk_1531 t1_j9yc3nr wrote on February 25, 2023 at 1:38 PM

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Replying to PettyAdi (#1,989,515)

If you only use it around the house I think you will be ok.

Smootie__ t1_j9ycmts wrote on February 25, 2023 at 1:43 PM

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Replying to PettyAdi (#1,989,501)

Oh yeah i was saying 14 plus as the middle ground to replace both. Not two big phones lmao

Lunafreya_NoxF t1_j9yssgf wrote on February 25, 2023 at 3:49 PM

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I’d use the bigger phone in bed (bigger screen if you’re watching videos or playing games or whatever) and the SE during the day where portability and ease of use is more important.

If I had two phones. But I don’t like using my phone on the bed before sleeping as I’ve found that my sleep quality increases drasticaly if I don’t use my phone before sleeping.

vegandj t1_j9zsonn wrote on February 25, 2023 at 7:48 PM

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You can pick up the 2020 SE for $150 if you get a plan with a prepaid carrier. Have the service for 3 months and cancel. It will be unlocked and your to use wherever you want. This is a great device and the form factor is still a winner in my book.

Traditional_Total_27 t1_ja2jmm5 wrote on February 26, 2023 at 10:34 AM

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I had iPhone SE 2020 and I couldn’t wait to upstage, yeah size is comfortable but poor battery life not so great camera was pain in the ass for me, I could stay longer with this phone because I had it only for 10 months but already after this time battery life dropped to 82%, I’m much happier with 14 now