{"product_id":"refurbished-apple-iphone-se-2nd-generation-uk","title":"Apple iPhone SE (2nd generation) – Unlocked – Refurbished (UK)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis refurbished iPhone SE (2nd generation) is unlocked for every UK network. It's a used Apple iPhone SE (2020), tested and graded Like New or Excellent, in 64GB with at least 85% battery health on every grade. It includes our 12-month warranty and same-day dispatch on orders by 3pm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpecs checked 24 Oct 2026 against Apple's iPhone SE (2nd generation) technical specifications (https:\/\/support.apple.com\/en-gb\/111882) and Apple UK's iOS 27 compatibility list. Updated 24 Oct 2026.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRefurbished (pre-owned): Like New or Excellent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e64GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eColours\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack, White, (PRODUCT)RED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNetwork and SIM\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnlocked, 4G LTE (no 5G); nano-SIM + eSIM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDisplay\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.7-inch Retina HD LCD (IPS), 1334 x 750, 326ppi, True Tone, Touch ID home button\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eProcessor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApple A13 Bionic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eCameras\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12MP wide (f\/1.8, OIS); 7MP front (f\/2.2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBattery (when new)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApple: up to 13 hours video playback; fast charging (up to 50% in 30 min with an 18W or higher adapter, not included) and Qi wireless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoftware support\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports iOS 27 (the current version, October 2026); IP67 when new\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBattery health\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt least 85% on every grade (Like New, Excellent), minimum at dispatch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePhone, free charging cable, free SIM ejector pin, protective packaging. No plug.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 months, provided by The Tech Gadgets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDispatch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame day Mon–Fri if ordered by 3pm, from Manchester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eReturns\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14-day cancellation; 30-day returns on unused items\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat \"Refurbished\" means\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis iPhone SE (2nd generation) is pre-owned and refurbished by The Tech Gadgets: tested, cleaned, factory reset and signed out of the previous owner's account, so activation locks won't block you. Grades describe cosmetic wear only: Like New shows little or no sign of use and Excellent may have light marks. Every grade works fully and has at least 85% battery health. It is not an Apple certified refurbished product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNetwork and SIM\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's unlocked for EE, O2, Vodafone, Three, giffgaff and other UK networks. This is a 4G LTE phone: Apple lists gigabit-class LTE and no 5G. SIM support is nano-SIM + eSIM, so it will not take a micro-SIM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDisplay\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eApple lists a 4.7-inch Retina HD LCD with IPS technology, 1334 x 750 pixels at 326ppi, True Tone and up to 625 nits typical brightness. Touch ID sits in the Home button.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerformance and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt runs on the Apple A13 Bionic with a 6-core CPU and 8-core Neural Engine. Storage is 64GB with no memory card slot, so keep photos and video backed up to iCloud or a computer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCameras\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eApple lists a 12MP wide rear camera (f\/1.8, optical image stabilisation) with 4K video up to 60fps, and a 7MP front camera.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBattery and charging\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eApple rates the battery at up to 13 hours of video playback when new. It supports fast charging (up to 50% in 30 minutes with an 18W or higher adapter, sold separately) and Qi wireless charging. Our minimum battery health at dispatch is 85% on every grade (Like New and Excellent).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSoftware updates\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to Apple UK's iOS 27 page, iPhone SE (2nd generation) is on the list of devices compatible with iOS 27, the current version as of October 2026. It was rated IP67 when new; don't rely on that after refurbishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIs a refurbished iPhone SE (2nd generation) worth buying in 2026?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, if you want the smallest, simplest iPhone with Touch ID and a home button at a low price and don't need 5G. Key points: Touch ID home button; A13 Bionic; Lightning connector; supports iOS 27.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt suits people who prefer a compact phone, first-time iPhone users and anyone wanting a reliable spare. Browse all our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/refurbished-iphone-phones-uk\"\u003erefurbished iPhones\u003c\/a\u003e to compare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow it compares\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eiPhone SE (2nd generation) vs iPhone SE (3rd generation):\u003c\/strong\u003e the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/refurbished-apple-iphone-se-3rd-generation-uk\"\u003eiPhone SE (3rd generation)\u003c\/a\u003e has the newer A15 Bionic and 5G; the 2nd generation is 4G LTE with the A13 Bionic. \u003cstrong\u003eiPhone SE (2nd generation) vs iPhone 11:\u003c\/strong\u003e see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/refurbished-apple-iphone-11-uk\"\u003eiPhone 11\u003c\/a\u003e page for its larger screen and dual cameras.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDelivery, warranty and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrder by 3pm UK time Monday to Friday for same-day dispatch from Manchester. After 3pm Monday to Thursday we dispatch the next working day; after 3pm Friday or at the weekend, on Monday. UK bank holidays excluded.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard delivery (1–3 working days) is free on orders of £50 or more, otherwise £4.99. Special Delivery (next working day) is £9.99.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12-month warranty provided by The Tech Gadgets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou can cancel within 14 days of delivery under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, even if you've opened the box. We may deduct for handling beyond what's needed to inspect it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-day returns on unused items if you change your mind. You pay the return postage, and we refund you within 14 days of receiving the item. See our \u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\"\u003eReturns Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf anything is faulty, our warranty applies and you're also protected by the Consumer Rights Act 2015, including the 30-day right to reject.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it unlocked?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it's unlocked for every UK network, on 4G LTE. SIM support: nano-SIM + eSIM.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it have 5G?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. Apple lists LTE only for the iPhone SE (2nd generation).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat battery health will I get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt least 85% on every grade. That's our minimum battery health at dispatch for Like New and Excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe phone, free charging cable, free SIM ejector pin, protective packaging. No plug.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the iPhone SE (2nd generation) still get updates?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eApple UK lists it as compatible with iOS 27, the current version as of October 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the grades?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOnly the cosmetic condition. Like New shows little or no wear and Excellent may have light marks. 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