(Pocket-lint) – The new iPhone SE is here. Apple announced the latest version of its entry-level iPhone during its ‘Peek Performance’ event, and now we’re turning our attention to finding you the best deals and prices.
The smartphone officially went on sale on 18 March, and it represents a bit of a price increase over the last-gen iPhone SE. The 2022 model will be available from $429 / £419 / €529.
However, as we all know, carriers and retailers do often offer incentives after the initial pre-order phase is over which should help soften the blow slightly.
In this quick and easy guide, then, you’ll find all the best pre-order deals and prices for the iPhone SE (2022). Let’s get into it.
Best iPhone SE Price
This widget shows the best live prices for the 64GB version of the iPhone SE, depending on your region.
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If you want the iPhone SE with a little more built-in storage, here are the lowest live prices for the 128GB version in your region.
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If you want the iPhone SE with maximum storage, below you’ll find the cheapest asking prices for the 256GB version.
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Verizon is offering the new iPhone SE for $10 per month if users set up a new line with one of the carrier’s Unlimited plans. It’s also offering $150 off the device if you buy the iPad Air (fifth-generation) on a monthly payment plan. If you purchase both, you can also receive an additional $50 off.
If you’re interested in the iPhone SE (2022) from EE, you can save up to £96 off your bill if you trade in an Apple smartphone newer than the iPhone 7. Check out all the deals and plans on EE, here.
O2 has plenty of plans for you to pick between, depending on your usage. It also has plenty of potential benefits, such as three months free of Disney+, Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Music Unlimited or Audible.
Apple iPhone SE (3rd generation): What’s new?
You can read about the differences between the new and last-gen budget models in our full iPhone SE (2022) v iPhone SE (2020) comparison, but there are a few key features to know about if you just want the headlines.
The most notable change is the inclusion of the A15 Bionic chipset, which should provide a much-improved experience in terms of speed.
This more efficient processor should help the battery life, too, which is good news, as the iPhone SE (2022) will support 5G.
For those interested in the camera improvements, Apple indicates that the system is new but will feature the same lens. It now adopts a 12-megapixel sensor (f/1.8) with Smart HDR4 functionality.
Writing by Conor Allison.