: With its 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED display and surgical-grade stainless steel frame, it feels more premium than many modern budget phones. The Software Wall : The biggest hurdle is software. The

: Most units on Amazon have degraded batteries. Expect roughly 8 to 10 hours of life, making a power bank a necessary accessory. Verdict : The

: While basics like WhatsApp, Instagram, and TikTok still run, more secure apps (like banking) or heavy 3D games may struggle or stop working entirely as developers drop iOS 16 support.

is a solid choice for a kid's first phone or a dedicated "distraction-free" secondary device. However, if you have an extra $20-$40, experts from UpTrade and reviewers on YouTube recommend a refurbished Go to product viewer dialog for this item.

is still popping up on Amazon Renewed for around . But before you hit "Buy Now," here is the reality of using a 9-year-old flagship today: