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Apple iPhone SE GSM Unlocked 64GB Silver Renewed
Last Updated: April 5, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.3
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
316
Old Reviews
28
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GSM
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CDMA
4 inches
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Review Analysis - 283 recent, verified reviews
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Device Compatibility
47apple, verizon, refurbished, iphone se, phone
+60%
-40%
" ... The phone looks new, works just like my previous iPhones. ... "
" ... If I had gone to the Apple store I would’ve paid hundreds of dollars more for a similar phone. ... "
" ... I'm on Verizon and it works flawlessly. ... "
" ... Love the new phone ... "
" ... It arrived on time and I was able to transfer my network and personal things onto it ... "
" ... But I really like small phones. ... SE does the same function any other iPhone could do! ... "
" ... Social media, camera and telephone ... "
" ... The phone was unlocked and internals were good. ... "
Product Reliability
40issues, months, month, days, weeks
+57%
-43%
" ... Item was exactly as described and has worked perfectly for a month so far. ... "
" ... It’s been a month now and everything seems to work as it should ... "
" ... Until now it’s working. ... "
" ... Ive had it for about 5 months now and there are no other issues. ... "
" ... I have had it for about 1 month and so far it is working great ... "
" ... Been using it for a few days. ... "
" ... No discernible cosmetic issues. ... "
" ... Two days and up and running no issues ... "
Battery Life
32phone, life, hours, health, charge
+50%
-50%
" ... This phone would not charge nor work. ... "
" ... The battery was weak out of the box. ... "
" ... Come to realize it was my mistake but i got talked to like shit, the phone itself has the worst battery life EVER, the screen was cracked when i got it & i paid way to much for this product. ... "
" ... The phone is okay - it definitely feels used as the battery dies very quickly (about 6 hours of NOT using it, less when I need to send out texts or, God forbid, make a phone call). ... So that combined with my short battery life makes the phone VERY annoying to use. ... "
" ... The battery life is OK but seems a little short and the other night I woke to a constant vibration that I could not stop. ... "
" ... At first it was fine but at the 4 month mark the phone suddenly stopped holding a charge. ... "
" ... But the battery doesn’t last at all. ... "
" ... The phone came with hardware issues (battery problems). ... "
Delivery
28condition, received, promised, perfect condition, excellent condition
+100%
" ... Good condition as expected ... "
" ... The box was beat up and "janky" looking. ... "
" ... The phone arrived in pristine condition. ... "
" ... When I recevied the phone, I examined it and it was in pretty good condition. ... "
" ... It was delivered right on time and looked almost new. ... "
" ... Product was delivered promptly and appears completely immaculate. ... "
" ... The product was delivered just in time. ... "
" ... Arrived safely intact. ... "
Charging
25charge, charging, included, apple, lightning cable
+48%
-52%
" ... Also, the included charging cord doesn't consistently work. ... "
" ... but it took nearly a day to fully charge the battery and, once it was unplugged, it was completely dead within 6 hours. ... Even with the iPhone turned off and set to low power mode, the battery charge decreased by 1-2% each minute it was unplugged. ... "
" ... This phone got to me April 6 2018 and phone stop charging June 5 2018. ... "
" ... Sometimes it's triggered by being charged. ... "
" ... This phone would not charge nor work. ... "
" ... The battery got extremely hot as soon as it was plugged for charging ... "
" ... At first it was fine but at the 4 month mark the phone suddenly stopped holding a charge. ... "
" ... accessories include USB cable and charge plug only . ... "
Marketplace
23thank, refurbished, purchase, vendor, recommend
+70%
-30%
" ... Shipped as promised. ... Product as described. ... "
" ... Thank you so much ... "
" ... It also shipped in a very timely fashion. ... "
" ... Definitely recommend this seller. ... "
" ... The phone came as described! ... "
" ... I trust Amazon sellers. ... "
" ... Very pleased so far and I would recommend this seller. ... "
" ... Thank you kindly . ... exactly as advertised ... "
Price
22phone, money, worth, value, spend
+86%
-14%
" ... Best phone under $200! ... "
" ... For the price it works great though. ... "
" ... Anyway, the phone, at $300, was probably on the higher end of used iphone SE but it is a price well deserved. ... "
" ... The item works well for the price ... "
" ... I'm so glad I chose to buy this phone refurbished, considering the dramatic price drop. ... "
" ... I was reluctant to spend full price for a 2 year old model and this seems to be a good way to get the small phone I wanted at a good price. ... "
" ... Great phone for great price. ... "
" ... I still cannot believe that I got such an amazing phone for such a low price! ... "
Software Platform
21apple, unlocked, app, itunes, ios
+38%
-62%
" ... Repeated attempts to restore it via the latest iTunes were unsuccessful, so it was probably faulty hardware. ... "
" ... After 3 months the iPhone is no longer working, brought it to Apple store and said that issue is most likely hardware. ... "
" ... First the phone was not unlocked, as advertised, which meant I had to pay to unlock it. ... Then it started having some issues to various programs, which would not open nor would it let me delete them to see if I could reinstall them (like skype, chrome, safari, and others). ... "
" ... It will not download from the App Store unless connected to WiFi. ... "
" ... Wouldn't update to iOS 11.4 from the phone, had to use iTunes on PC to manually update. ... "
" ... $279.99 for a "certified refurbished" phone that clearly no one had ever even bothered to try to turn on. ... Initially it ran through some set up, had me put in apple ID, etc. ... I do this, and it shows an apple screen with a symbol for how much of the upgrade has been downloaded . ... "
" ... It’s a producto with many errors. ... "
" ... I've tried everything and finally turned to Google. ... The sound is annoying and even snaps on the Snapchat app. ... "
Design
17like, phone, new, works, looks brand new
+100%
" ... The product looks like new and works like new!! ... "
" ... Looks brand new! ... "
" ... Looks brand new. ... "
" ... Looks like new, I hope work fine for a long time. ... "
" ... Phone looks great. ... "
" ... Looks just like a new one. ... "
" ... Phone looks brand new. ... "
" ... The product looks alike newone. ... "
Screen Protection
16phone, scratches, minor, arrived, scratch
+31%
-69%
" ... IT CAMES WITHOUT BOX, AND WITH A FEW DAMAGES ON THE EDGES. ... "
" ... Then the screen went black, and phone turned of. ... "
" ... 5 months later, it's stuck on the white apple screen, so I take it in to the Apple store who tells me there's a hardware malfunction inside the phone and nothing can be done . ... "
" ... The phone got a lot of scratches! ... "
" ... It’s a Japan version model A1723 and it looks like a brand new phone with only 2-3 scratches. ... "
" ... The screen would have some dead spots here and there. ... "
" ... Phone arrived with a number of damages: a crack in the screen, the top right corner damaged and separating from the body, and dents and scrapes on all corners. ... "
" ... Oh, also the screen doesnt work half the time. ... "
Display Clarity
15phone, got, apple, white, upgrade
+20%
-80%
" ... Screen was unresponsive from the beginning and started jumping like crazy. ... "
" ... The screen would have some dead spots here and there. ... The top right corner of the display was loose plus the notification bar across the top had a brownish tint you could only see on white pages. ... "
" ... Phone's display quit working after less than two months of buying it. ... "
" ... It’s laggy and the screen locks up regularly, just complete Junk would not recommend this seller ... "
" ... I just got it to work at an Apple Store and it's shutting off by itself and also the screen is blinking constantly 😠 ... "
" ... 5 months later, it's stuck on the white apple screen, so I take it in to the Apple store who tells me there's a hardware malfunction inside the phone and nothing can be done . ... "
" ... It the phone gets warm at all the screen won't work. ... I can not keep a screen cover on it. ... I think it makes my screen mess up more. ... "
" ... Then the screen went black, and phone turned of. ... I do this, and it shows an apple screen with a symbol for how much of the upgrade has been downloaded . ... then the screen goes completely wonky, bunches of lines and crazy colors. ... "
Defective Delivery
12phone, arrived, came, scratches, scratch
+67%
-33%
" ... It came on time and in good box condition. ... "
" ... The phone arrived in great condition. ... "
" ... The phone came in excellent condition without any defect. ... "
" ... Arrived safely intact. ... "
" ... Condition is good My phone has no scratch and broken part ... "
" ... Came in like new condition. ... "
" ... The phone arrived in pristine condition. ... "
" ... The phone was in pristine practically brand new condition. ... "
SIM
12phone, problem, working, verizon, turned
+67%
-33%
" ... Everything works as it should, popped in my SIM card and immediately got a text from my carrier. ... "
" ... All I had to do is insert the sim card from my old phone and set it up. ... "
" ... I turned it on (surprisingly it already had some battery life in it), set it up with my sim card, and charged it and it is working perfectly! ... "
" ... Was able to switch my SIM from my 5s, put it right into this phone and it synced over with no problem. ... "
" ... It was easy to transfer a sim card and I am very happy with the SE. ... "
" ... Switched over my sim card and so far so good. ... "
" ... No problem with getting connected with TracFone Sim Card. ... "
" ... Setting up this phone using a prepaid SIM card was very simple. ... "
Returns
11returning, returned, item, ended, back
-100%
" ... I did not try to get service for a couple months, so it was out of the return window. ... "
" ... I ended up returning it. ... "
" ... The company will not respond to my emails requesting replacement. ... "
" ... Did not work so had to send it back ... "
" ... This one is getting returned . ... "
" ... Had to return. ... "
" ... Unfortunately, I live overseas, which makes it difficult to just return the product. ... "
" ... Contacted Apple and they suggested sending it in. ... I’m going to have to return the phone. ... "
Apps
8apps, phone, using, store, open
+13%
-88%
" ... It will not download from the App Store unless connected to WiFi. ... "
" ... Then it started having some issues to various programs, which would not open nor would it let me delete them to see if I could reinstall them (like skype, chrome, safari, and others). ... "
" ... The sound is annoying and even snaps on the Snapchat app. ... "
" ... Wouldn't update to iOS 11.4 from the phone, had to use iTunes on PC to manually update. ... "
" ... Sometimes it's triggered by using an app--which one seems entirely random. ... Other times, using apps does nothing. ... "
" ... I do this, and it shows an apple screen with a symbol for how much of the upgrade has been downloaded . ... "
" ... Can't download any apps at all! ... "
Fit
8fits, shape, phones, perfectly, iphone se
+88%
-13%
" ... My refurbished iPhone SE arrived today in GREAT shape. ... "
" ... it fits perfectly in my hands but the components are getting way outdated. ... "
" ... I bought this to replace my used / worn Iphone SE. ... "
" ... Phone is in excellent shape. ... "
" ... Fits perfectly in my purse. ... "
" ... Both phones came sealed in what looked to be real iPhone cases. ... "
" ... Fits in my shirt pocket just fine. ... "
Build Quality
8scratches, damage, scratch, looks, wear
+88%
-13%
" ... To my surprise, the phone looked free of damage or prior use, which was nice. ... "
" ... There wasn’t a scratch or dent on the product. ... "
" ... It kept the product safe from damage. ... "
" ... Seeing that the price was so low I expected scratches and chipping which I was fine with because I didn't really care what the phone would look like because I would put a case on it. ... "
" ... Condition is good My phone has no scratch and broken part ... "
" ... It's possible that we were lucky, and just as easily could have gotten a phone showing some wear and tear, but at this price, I'd take that too. ... "
" ... Phone was received well packaged with no wear and tear. ... "
Product As Described
6described, refurbished, expected
+83%
-17%
" ... Product as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as expected ... "
" ... The phone came as described! ... "
" ... exactly as advertised ... "
" ... Everything as stated. ... "
Size
6smaller, phone, small, love, fits
+100%
" ... It is also smaller, and I have smaller hands, so I like this size better than newer bigger phones. ... "
" ... Personally this is my favorite iPhone size . ... "
" ... Love all the storage and the small size of the phone is great for me ... "
" ... I love the smaller size of this phone. ... Fits perfectly in my purse. ... "
" ... Would highly recommend if you are looking for a smaller phone! ... "
" ... Fits in my shirt pocket just fine. ... "
For Kids
5daughter, phone
+100%
" ... Got for our daughter and it’s been great. ... "
" ... Nephew loves it . ... "
" ... I just gave to my 3 year old grand baby to play games on it ... "
" ... My daughter loves it. ... "
Controls
5press, power, phone, home button, screen
-100%
" ... The phone had numerous issues on arrival, it will not shut down by power button, it will not work as a hotspot, when it will try to restart the flashing apple logo will go on phore 5 plus minutes. ... "
" ... I did a hard reset turned all vibration notifications off etc. ... "
" ... Small scratch near power button, but otherwise no other physical blemishes. ... "
" ... It continuously turns back on, saying "press home button to upgrade." ... "
Lagging
5would, sometimes, randomly, phone, weeks
-100%
" ... A couple weeks later it went to the apple logo and would not restart. ... Even forced reset won't load. ... "
" ... What glitchy--sometimes unresponsive to touches. ... "
" ... It randomly restarts and crashes. ... Sometimes the phone is just sitting there, untouched, and it'll randomly restart. ... "
" ... Phone only worked after a force restart. ... "
Touch Sensitivity
5screen, seems, phone, id, charging
+20%
-80%
" ... The Touch ID doesn’t work . ... "
" ... Also SE doesn’t have 3D Touch ID. ... "
" ... Within first few hours of using phone, it became locked up and unresponsive to touch. ... "
Memory
4gb, plenty, phone, got, 128
+75%
-25%
" ... It is very fast and has plenty of storage. ... "
Sound Quality
4phone, model, japanese, disable, camera
+50%
-50%
" ... The sound is annoying and even snaps on the Snapchat app. ... "
" ... so camera sound is very loud. ... do not disable camera sound. ... "
Overall performance
4performance
+100%
" ... I made the order and it shipped out fast. ... "
" ... The performance was good and felt it could be used for a couple of years. ... "
" ... Would gladly keep buying the SE I like the size with a pretty fast speed ... "
" ... Performance isn't as great as other phones and camera is ok but this thing gets it done. ... "
Wifi
4work, connected to wifi, store, network, mobile
+25%
-75%
" ... It does not work on the T-Mobile network. ... "
" ... It will not download from the App Store unless connected to WiFi. ... "
" ... It will not connect to wifi . ... the wifi button is grayed out, which usually indicates an damaged wifi antenna. ... "
Camera
4pictures, phone, photos
+75%
-25%
" ... The quality of pictures is amazing! ... "
" ... I needed a phone that had plenty of room for pictures and a camera that would capture lighting properly. ... "
" ... Now if you like to take pictures from your phone. ... SE takes great photos, The selfies are okay!. ... If you want profesional photos it’s better to buy a camera in my opinion. ... "
Call quality
4use, hear, could, calls, call
+50%
-50%
" ... Then it would not give me an option to answer calls (phone, skype, or whatsapp). ... "
" ... In the Question/Answer section, its said to be model A1723, but it's not. ... "
Network
4wifi, signal, antenna, service, network
-100%
" ... It does not work on the T-Mobile network. ... "
" ... It will not connect to wifi . ... the wifi button is grayed out, which usually indicates an damaged wifi antenna. ... "
" ... however, it was as if the antenna part in it didn't work right. ... "
" ... I bought this phone, no signal, the signal is too weak! ... "
Comfort
4use, hands, easily, wear, tear
+75%
-25%
" ... it fits perfectly in my hands but the components are getting way outdated. ... "
" ... The small size of the phone is even better in my opinion, it was great to use the phone with one hand again instead of two & being able to slip it in & out easily from my pocket. ... "
" ... It's possible that we were lucky, and just as easily could have gotten a phone showing some wear and tear, but at this price, I'd take that too. ... "
For Travel
3+100%
" ... I used it in Europe and it worked great! ... "
" ... I ordered the 128 so that we wouldn't have to transfer photos on big trips and have plenty of room for videos. ... "
For Running
3issues, days
+100%
" ... It was SO easy to get up and running. ... "
" ... Two days and up and running no issues ... "
" ... Was already partially charged and was up and running immediately. ... "
Ease of Use
3+100%
" ... The savings was well worth it and this company was super easy to work with. ... "
" ... Turned on and easy setup. ... "
Color
3rose, gold, colors, screen, crazy
+67%
-33%
" ... The color was Rose Gold and it is a light and pretty color. ... "
" ... I bought 64gb with rose gold color. ... (This color good deal compare with other colors.) ... "
Cables
3lightning cable, came, box, apple, cord
+67%
-33%
" ... Anyway, the phone I received came in an unmarked box with a (probable aftermarket) lightning cable and wall-outlet. ... "
" ... Charger and cord are non-Apple, but that is disclosed in the description, and no issues so far. ... "
Original Product
3certified
+33%
-67%
" ... NOT certified refurbished, NOT sold by Apple. ... "
" ... Not a real refurbished. ... "
ISP
3verizon, may
+67%
-33%
" ... I'm on Verizon and it works flawlessly. ... "
" ... Took it to Sprint and they connected it to my account with no problems at all ... "
Data reception
3unlocked, sprint, onto, mobile, gsm
-100%
" ... This is not a GSM phone. ... It does not work on the T-Mobile network. ... "
" ... But it was NOT unlocked for Sprint, which is our carrier. ... "
" ... In the title, it's said to be unlocked GSM LTE, but it's not. ... I checked with Apple, A1723 can get onto China Mobile's 4G network. ... But it in fact can't get onto China Model 4G network, and it's just model A1662. ... "
Ports
3plug, cable, box, accessories, port
+67%
-33%
" ... In addition, the lightning port seemed to have no connection problems. ... "
" ... Product arrived in mint condition, in-box with all new accessories (headphones, USB cable and plug) in their original packaging. ... "
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Specifications
Connectivity
Fingerprint: Yes
Calling
GSM: Yes
CDMA: Yes
Display
Display Size: 4 inches
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