Apple iPhone SE (3rd gen)
Apple's 2022 budget iPhone — keeps the home button and Touch ID. A15 Bionic chip (same as iPhone 13), 4.7-inch LCD, single 12MP camera. Still sold new at Apple.com.
Open Apple's official support page →
Quick reference
Where is the IMEI on iPhone SE (3rd gen)?
Settings → General → About → IMEI. Or dial *#06#. The IMEI is also printed on the SIM tray (right side, eject with a paperclip) and on the original retail box.
How do I activate eSIM on iPhone SE (3rd gen)?
Settings → Cellular → Add eSIM. Scan the QR code from your carrier or transfer from another iPhone. iPhone SE 3 supports both physical SIM and eSIM (dual-SIM with one of each).
How do I use Touch ID on iPhone SE (3rd gen)?
Settings → Touch ID & Passcode. Enroll up to 5 fingerprints. The home button doubles as the Touch ID sensor. Use it to unlock, authorize Apple Pay, App Store purchases, and apps.
Does iPhone SE (3rd gen) support 5G?
Yes — sub-6 GHz 5G on Verizon, T-Mobile, AT&T, and most MVNOs. No mmWave 5G (that's reserved for the Pro models).
How long will iPhone SE (3rd gen) get iOS updates?
Because it shares the A15 chip with iPhone 13, expect support through iOS 19 (2025) and likely iOS 20 (2026), maybe further. Security updates typically continue 2-3 years past the last major iOS upgrade.
How do I factory reset iPhone SE (3rd gen)?
Settings → General → Transfer or Reset iPhone → Erase All Content and Settings. Requires Apple ID password to disable Activation Lock. Back up first via iCloud or your computer.
Quick-reference answers above are summaries. For the authoritative source, see Apple's support page for the iPhone SE (3rd gen).