r/iPhoneSE

I remember my se 3 was getting super full and I assumed I had put too much stuff on. Then I opened my se 1, and it has 64 gb also, and uses less than half of it, with all of the same apps.

Apple very intentionally created bloat to make us retire old phones. Even 128 gb is gonna get that treatment if it isn’t already.

When I look at the biggest sources of data—

Photos — I use iCloud Photos, therefore not much should be “offline.” No ability to delete anything. Over 3 gb

Podcasts—none downloaded. Over 2 gb

Notes — over 2 gb

Music — none downloaded, over 2 gb

It’s dumb

I have a 2020 model. I’ve seen videos of other iPhone users complaining that alarms go off without any sounds or notifications. I’ve had to resort to using timers to act as alarms instead. I’d like to be able to schedule stuff more than 23 hours 59 minutes and 59 seconds in advance.

im on iOS 18 or whatever came before 26. do alarms work on the new iOS? I know Apple degrades function when you update, and there’s a big security risk for 18. I’d rather not update if I don’t have to. but for an alarm? I might make an exception.

thanks!

Edit: just occurred to me I could dow try another app. Thanks again!

So about a month ago I posted in this sub asking for recommendations as to how should I replace my battery (Original post). It ain't available yet and the battery is now straight up leaking juice. Like I can literally not use it for a few minutes without losing a couple of percentage. And just when I was about to post I read another user (their post) talk about Apple may be low on iPhone SE batteries.

Now I have enquired locally with shops specialized with Apple repairs and phones, they have all offered me two options:

1. After market battery "original" - INR 1500 - 2000 (16 - 21 USD)
2. "Original" Apple battery for iPhone SE - INR 3500 - 4500 (37 - 48 USD) (They also claim that original replacements show the replacement as genuine with a battery health 100%)

Now, my concern is:

1. How am I supposed to tell if the battery replaced is actually original Apple battery and not an aftermarket.
2. What if I after replacing with an original battery there's still a not genuine message with no battery health indicator?
3. Will the IP rating and seal of the device be on par with a replacement done at the Apple store?

Should I go local or wait?