Suggestions for a new cell phone

My iPhone SE got the horrible update last week. Now, a week later I'm ready to use it for target practice. I've spent the last few days searching online for a new phone that fits the way I live, and I'm having no luck. I don't need a bunch of useless high-tech crap, but I need exactly what I need..........not close enough.

so, here's what I'm looking for in a new smart phone...........Waterproof to at least 10 feet, impact resistant to 20 feet (padded case with screen protector), good camera and of course it needs internet access for email, banking and shopping. Now here's the kicker, UNDER 6 inches. 5 to 5 1/2 inches would be ideal. It has to fit in a shirt pocket.

I've tried flip phones, they're too fragile. I went through 3 in a month. I'm so pissed with Apple I won't get another iPhone. Pixel's are too big, same with Samsung. Any ideas?

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swirlie · 31-35

Yes! I've been a flip-phone lover as well until my local ISP abandoned the 3G network I was using.

My priority was size and weight.

From my research, I discovered that the Apple iPhone 16 was the smallest and the lowest weight of all cellphones which offer data (flip-phones have no data, only talk and text).

The great thing about the iPhone 16 (base model) is that the screen is highly resistant to scratching, which means you DO NOT require a padded case OR a screen protector! Their new screen surface is their latest upgrade which is used on the iPhone 17 as well.

Anything better than the iPhone 16 (16 Pro, etc) comes with added weight and slightly larger size. The iPhone 16 is the closest to the SE that you'll get.

The iPhone 16 is also waterproof down to 30 feet.

sgoodroe · 51-55, M

@swirlie I’d NEVER waste money on another iPhone! They lost me with the last update. It’s going to have to be an android, and the padded case is a definite must have

swirlie · 31-35

@sgoodroe
In that case, EVERYTHING on your wish list is not obtainable. This is because all other options including android, come with a larger screen and a heavier weight, plus you'll need the extra weight and inconvenience of a padded case which is NOT required for an iPhone 16.