The iPhone SE (2022), also called the third-gen iPhone SE, may be an outdated product at this level, particularly with its design and configuration much like the iPhone 7 and eight. Nevertheless it packs upgraded inner parts, equivalent to Apple’s A15 Bionic processor and 5G assist, that make it an honest iPhone in 2023 — and positively worthy of a case to guard it.
Basically, case-makers will label their SE circumstances as being appropriate with the iPhone 7, 8, iPhone SE (2020) and iPhone SE (2022). iPhone 7 and eight circumstances will even match the 2022 SE. Because of this backward compatibility, a number of the iPhone SE circumstances on this record are ones we tried with earlier iPhone fashions and we will advocate them based mostly on our earlier expertise utilizing them.
Whereas I’ve included all kinds of circumstances, I’ve put an emphasis on circumstances which are additionally a great worth. When you’re shopping for a so-called worth telephone just like the iPhone SE, you most likely do not need to spend an excessive amount of on a case. And since a few of these circumstances have been available on the market for some time, you will notice some good reductions on glorious iPhone SE circumstances. There are additionally some listed with particular options equivalent to a built-in pockets or kickstand.
Speck makes a number of circumstances for the iPhone SE3 and you will discover a number of on sale at Amazon for lower than $15. The 2 circumstances pictured listed below are a part of the Presidio Grip Sequence, which is available in a wide range of colour choices (costs fluctuate by colour). Listed here are some extra offers on Speck SE3 circumstances:
My two favourite Otterbox circumstances are the Commuter Sequence and Symmetry Sequence, each of which are available in a wide range of colours. The twin-layer Commuter Sequence is a bit more protecting and has a latch that covers the charging port. Costs fluctuate by colour.
Zagg’s Gear4 circumstances for the iPhone SE are related in high quality to Speck and Otterbox circumstances. I initially linked to the Piccadilly (pictured above), which is promoting for less than $10. The Crystal Palace ($10) could be very related however utterly clear.
Spigen’s Robust Armor circumstances have been round for some time and are notable for his or her round cutout exposing the Apple emblem and their built-in kickstand. They do supply first rate safety and maintain up pretty effectively over time, although not fairly in addition to some Otterbox and Speck circumstances. The Robust Armor is out there in a number of colour choices.
Otterbox’s Symmetry Sequence is available in a wide range of colour choices, together with a transparent model with glitter. As I stated, the Otterbox’s Commuter Sequence case affords barely extra safety however you possibly can’t go unsuitable with its Symmetry Sequence circumstances.
Spigen Slim Armor CS is available in a wide range of colour choices and has a slot that permits you to retailer a few bank cards (or a single bank card and a few money) contained in the case. The one draw back is that it is not appropriate with wi-fi charging.
City Armor Gear affords a couple of totally different case designs for the iPhone SE in a wide range of colours. I personally just like the Plasma, however the Armor, Pathfinder and Plyo are additionally good, with the Plyo having the slimmest design. UAG’s circumstances all function good nook safety and meet army drop-test requirements.
Incipio’s NGP case is a straightforward translucent case that provides first rate safety in a slim package deal. The blue model is presently $6 at Amazon. It is listed as being appropriate for the iPhone 8 however will match the iPhone SE, each 2022 and 2020 fashions.
Spigen’s sister model Cyrill makes a couple of totally different circumstances for the iPhone SE. I just like the Leather-based Brick (it is “vegan” leather-based, not actual leather-based), however all of Cyrill’s circumstances are well-designed and first rate for the cash. The Leather-based Brick is out there in a couple of colour choices.
LifeProof’s Wake case is made out of recycled ocean plastic. Whereas I would not name it supertough — it is not enclosed on the backside — it is rated for 6-foot drop safety and is attractively designed. Obtainable in three colour choices, value varies by colour.
Smartish makes three circumstances for the SE, the Gripmunk, Pockets Slayer Vol. 1 and Pockets Slayer Vol. 2 (the latter two are pockets circumstances). I am barely extra keen on the Slayer Vol. 2, which is available in a few colour choices for the SE. It is a fairly fundamental case however affords first rate grip and may maintain a few bank cards together with some money. You should utilize your bank card as a kickstand by inserting it into the slot at the back of the case.
I purchased an identical model of this case to make use of with a Samsung telephone. It is a faux-leather pockets case that has a magnetic clasp with room on the within for 3 bank cards and a few money. It additionally converts right into a kickstand for watching video.
Obtainable in a couple of colours, Raptic’s Defend case prices lower than an OtterBox case and affords related toughness with 10-foot drop safety. Presently, the rose gold model is just $10, whereas the opposite colours, together with the purple mannequin pictured, are $20.
Griffin’s Survivor circumstances supply 6-foot drop safety with strengthened (and raised) corners that may assist your telephone keep away from harm ought to it fall facedown.
Incipio’s Organicore case is one other eco-friendly case that Incipio says is 100% compostable. The oat-colored model is on sale for $10.
The third-gen iPhone SE has an IP67 water resistance score, which suggests it might probably survive being dunked in as much as 1 meter of water for half-hour. However if you need an much more waterproof choice, LifeProof’s Fre case is the way in which to go. This once-popular case (earlier than the iPhone bought some waterproofing) remains to be fairly costly however it does supply most safety in your telephone.
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