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Hey max tech I was wondering how much money you would want for ur iPhone 12 bc if u would want to sell it we can meet up bc I live in cda and u live in Spokane it’s completely fine if not but thx for the great content and have a great day
Bro I also using se 2020..I am satisfied..we can use it atleast two years..then we can buy new iPhone 14...bro only 9months there for 13..let’s go happy with this with awesome Touch ID...love my se 2020❤️
I went from the 2020SE to the 12-mini... way better option for me. My main issues with the 2020SE were battery life and the cameras... everything about the 12 mini seems to be an upgrade. The 2020SE did feel a little better in the hand though then the 12 mini, but not by much. Battery life made a significant difference for me...
Gothic Angel or have a case lol. On an expensive new phone I probably would. I didn’t with my 2016 SE (used) but it slid it out a few times and has damages, but nothing too serious
@@RennieAsh Oh I always have a case. I use the clear flexable kind, and they've worked great for me, even face down drops. There's no excuse to not own a case if I can do that, lol.
I think I’ll go with the mini. Already have an iPad so don’t need another big screen. I’ve been rocking the first SE for over two years so the mini seems to be a natural upgrade.
I have an IPhone 7 Plus and will also be upgrading to the mini as the screen size is basically the same. So I’m not loosing any screen switching to a smaller phone.
@@perkhere2252 And I wouldn’t mind if they keep the screen at 720p could’ve been better for battery life It’s just too much for anyone who’d like to move to Apple eco or from much older iPhones
My comparison today is between the 1st Generation SE (that I’ve had for 3.5 years) to the iPhone 12 mini (that I unboxed this morning). The mini is super fast and the screen is so nice! Basically the same feel in the hand because the square edge design is similar to both. The mini is slightly larger than the 1gen SE. It’s the perfect upgrade for someone like me that loves small phones.
Got my iPhone mini yesterday morning. From the moment I unboxed it and peeled off the cover, I instantly fell in love with it. It was so much more compact and lighter than my old Lg g7. Easier to use one handed and I can actually reach all corners of my phone without straining my thumb! Although the battery life will be shorter than my larger phone, I’m willing to make that trade off for a more compact form factor. Also I’ve an iPad for movies and gaming so this fits well with my lifestyle. Haven’t had a phone this compact since the iPhone 4
Same for me. Loved my iPhone 4S back then for size and design. Coming now from a XR, I will be updating to the 13 Mini and later this year from an iPad mini original (1) to the new iPad mini, so I think the Mini will be perfect (and enough battery wise). Already excited! ☺️
I want neither and both to win. Contrary to popular belief, there is no single best phone, iPhone or otherwise. Best is relative to ones needs. Not which device has the latest hardware. For the majority of people who want a iPhone experience just about any one of the iPhones with home buttons on them will work perfectly fine. I say this because the majority of the iPhone owners I know are still using older iPhones. And I agree. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. I still use my 6s/6s+ and they do everything I want and need. I have the 7+, 8+, 10, 10s, 10sMax, 11 and 11proMax. SIM card gets a workout going from phone to phone weekly. I consider myself a average user and can say from personal experience with all these devices that where day to day use is concerned there is no real difference between a $300.00 used iPhone and a new $1000.00 iPhone. The average user is better off getting a good used 6s and putting a good case on it. Seriously. It is possible if unlikely that the 6s might get another year of OS updates. Even if it doesn’t. It is normal for iOS to get security updates for a few years after the OS updates stop. This gives iPhones a relative lifespan of 6 to 7 years for updates. Not to mention all the Phones that are still in use that haven’t received any updates for years. Do yourself a favor. Know what you want to do with your phone. Are you ever going to use lidar? No? Don’t buy a 12, in fact don’t buy one anyway. Only apple can fix them, and why pay out the ars for the phone and then pay 3x more to have a broken screen fixed. Do you take lots of pictures, do they need to be studio quality? No and no? You might do well with a 6s+ or 7/+. If you need a better camera go with a 8/+ or SE2. Honestly, unless your some kind of technofile or you just absolutely have to have near studio quality pictures from your phone you probably don’t need more than a 7/+ or 8/+ why spend more if you don’t need to.
@R3D i believe that there won't be much of a difference between them besides thermal.. Macbook air doesn't have a fan so it will probably reach very high temperatures. Besides that, i believe the cpu performance difference will not be that important
I went to the store and tried all the sizes. Even though I’m 6’4 and have big hands, mini feels much better than 12 and pro max. I use the phone in one hand 90% of the time and need to be able to reach everywhere with my thumb. Technically I can do that on 12, but it feels a bit uncomfortable to reach to corners of the screen and since I do it a lot during the day it’ll result in constant annoyance I think. Mini feels solid in that regard. And it also seems to be a bit more durable than the rest of the lineup due to the smaller size. Glossy back feels so grippy and with boxy design I feel like going caseless. Don’t care about the speakers quality. Battery life is not an issue since I’m having a power bank. Plus I watch videos and play games on my iPad mostly. The worst impression I had was from the pro max. It’s absolutely unusable in one hand and frosted back is slippery so you need to use a case which adds to the bulk. And it’s noticeably heavier. Mini feels like a breeze in comparison ))
I agree it is stupid. It still technically has a wire. It’s just not plugged directly into the phone. Plus how do you use your phone while charging? I’m fine sticking in my lighting cable. Never found it to be challenging. Now if there was a true wireless charging like a Bluetooth style, that would be something.
@@joelf5565 true its not true wireless charging, it should be called Portless charging or something. U can still hold ur phone like with a normal cable because of the magnets but it's nothing really revolutionary
If they made the iPhone SE with the iPhone 12 design, I would prefer it. I like the bezel, home button, the LCD screen is fine, don't need magsafe, don't need wireless charging, just a single camera lens but with better low light, and increase ram to at least 4gb. I hope they keep the SE with home button in the future.
Thanks man! The BEST comparison on YT. For example, comparison of SE and Mini playing 16:9 playback! I was looking for that and NOBODY includes this one, everybody just zooms the video on the mini and I've seen like 20 comparisons, you are the first one! Thank you so much! Such a great in-depth video! You've just earned a new subscriber ;)
@@ellaharris8103 12 is decent but let me tell you if you’re willing to pay for the price of a 12, you should upgrade to a 13/13 mini, the battery alone already beats 12 by far But if you just want a better phone you got plenty of options my friends :)
Be advised, there's a hearing aid connectivity issue with ALL iPhone 12 models. People with hearing aids are experiencing static alternating between left and right side channels as well as intermittent audio loss in either right or left sides....Apple is aware of the problem and the engineers are working to fix it.
@@Azubi_Meatball4349 Well it wasn't me pal, you mean the other guy. Doesn't matter, it's just laid out like a column, same as a newspaper. Easier om the eyes but each to their own.
This is, in my opinion, is the best iPhone ever made. It follows and represents what Steve Jobs wanted from an iPhone. Pocketable, single handed usage and more powerful than anything on the market with top of the line tech. This is the continuation of his philosophy. I love the godamn size so much. Finally a powerful mobile phone which can really be called mobile after ages. I hope Android manufacturers follow this trend and come up with innovative ideas to increase the battery life.
I feel like the notch blends in a lot better on the mini than on the larger iPhones. There isn’t much screen around the notch, only enough to display the battery, signal strength, and time, with no space left. Therefore, the notch somewhat looks like it “belongs”, whereas the other iPhones, it just doesn’t look right.
No. Poor camera review. The photo quality is incredibly similar. The difference you need to look for is low light. That is where the Mini shines. Not worth the price difference at all. The SE has an incredible camera. These reviewers hype things up to the point where many want to buy new phone every year. Not worth it.
@@reevanamin5865 The ultra wide is irrelevant. It’s a feature and doesn’t affect my overall assessment. The ultra wide quality is soft and is subpar at best. Reviewers often gloss this over because they receive review samples from the vendor. The selfie camera is not a deal breaker for me. The SE is good enough by a long shot. Now, the Mini is a better camera obviously, but not worth the additional cost. And like I mentioned, it’s better to zoom into photos to see true quality. That’s the key. Just looking at normal viewing size does very little. Try using a solid monitor and view these photos. You may be surprised at how good/bad they really are.
I have an Iphone 11 and it feels enormous and has always felt enormous and I have big hands. Thanks for this review and looking forward to the Mini 13 which I'll probably switch to from the 11. Giant phones have always looked ridiculous to me ever since I saw the first enormous HTC and outwardly laughed that anyone would carry that around. Now it's commonplace but no less ridiculous looking, to me anyway.
I have the 11 too and its so heavy too, hurts like a bitch to drop it on my face or foot lol and the battery aged like avocado. I am looking to buy a mini too!
I got the standard 12 which felt ok in the shop. Soon as I put a case on it just felt too big so I returned it. Got the mini on Friday morning... much better. Yes, screen is smaller but I’m already used to that. I can use it one handed and battery is fine.
I’ve got an iPhone 12 mini. I’ve had it since October of 2021. The battery is the biggest issue everyone has… If you work a 9-5 job and don’t use your phone much at work, it will easily get you through the day if you start with a full charge. If you’re a heavy user, it’ll get you 7 hours of nonstop gameplay starting at 100% battery charge. If you’re a heavy user then plan on charging it by mid afternoon or in the early part of the evening. I also start my day between 5 - 6am so keep that in mind*** Just checked: 8hr 33 minutes on a full charge and I put it on the charger when it reached 7%.
se2020 is the most underrated phone of 2020 , getting all the hate because of of small battery, but hardly people know that se battery performs much better than android phones of 3000mah battery , and I can buy almost 3 iPhone se in the price of 12mini
Listening to music can have a tremendously relaxing effect on our minds and bodies, especially slow, quiet classical music. This type of music can have a beneficial effect on our physiological functions, slowing the pulse and heart rate, lowering blood pressure, and decreasing the levels of stress hormones...
Having in sight that the iphone 12 mini is smaller and that didn’t stopped it from keeping up with it’s bigger brother as speakers but hey the 12 mini still smokes a lot of expensive android phones
I think an intrusive notch kills immersive experience much more than a fixed bezel. You can never not notice that asymmetric notch. After all, we put beautiful paintings into a frame before we display them.
Honestly it’s better then a top and bottom bezel because even without a notch cropping into videos will always cut something out. Having the option to pinch in at all is nice. I do agree the notch has to go but I want to keep the Face ID it holds lol.
I got the SE. let me tell you it makes me nostalgic fir my iPhone 4. Tell you something? The mini and the SE have really tiny keyboards and ridiculous spell check. Get the 12. I’m sorry I didn’t. It feels like a toy and it works like one. It burns through battery like no phone I’ve ever had.
The SE 2 is only £300 brand new in the UK where i am , the 12 mini is too expensive £700 which is near 1000 dollars lol and the 12 standard is like £900 around 1200 dollars
Don’t get me wrong but... For the screens I prefer going with the Se. I just like Apple’s LCD panels and they just have such a natural look to them. Makes everything look pleasing to my eye.
Did you find the earpiece speaker weak (some distortions) while playing homemade or TikTok videos at a high volume or when speakerphone calls? With no issues with music or HD videos tho
The mini is very nice as long as you don’t want to use a screen protector. There is a weird issue going on with this phone. If you use a screen protector and a case, the screen is unresponsive when the phone is locked. Fingers crossed Apple can fix it with an iOS update.
Best comparison review on TH-cam! I’m upgrading from my trusty iPhone 6 that I’ve had for 6 years & was unsure which one of these 3 to upgrade too, I’m definitely getting the iPhone 12 now & in that same blue colour
Did you end up getting the 12? I'm on an iPhone 6 with a shattered screen and half of it doesn't work lol. I'm wondering if I should get the 12 or the SE 2. Any tips?
Max, compare max brightness on the phones. I got my mini yesterday and it does not get as bright as my two year old Xs even though they are rated the same amount of nits.
The thing is... on switching from android to IOS, I've noticed that the IOS requires a lot corner and edge touches. Far more than android phones. And that makes the display size and overall dimensions play a major difference. I currently use an Iphone 7 (which is basically identical to the SE), and I find it just on the limit of almost too big to use IOS. Whatsapp, which is the app I use the most, requires you to pull your thumb from the left edge to the middle a lot, to close chats, so a wide iphone is a major NO-GO for me. And man... the iphone 12 is much wider than the mini. I wish all the iphone lineup was narrower and a little bit taller to make up for it. The Pro Max is COMPLETELY unusable. I had an Iphone 7 plus, and even back then it was ridiculously wide. It felt much better to use my galaxy note 8... And the 12 pro max is even bigger.
I ended up buying it. I traded in my SE even though I’m taking a loss. i regret the SE because the battery health reached below 90% and Apple won’t change the battery until it reaches 80%. I also own the iPhone 12 pro max.
I got the new iPhone 12 mini and my daughter asked me if I wanted a mini instead of a large when I come in it because my fingers are an inch shorter than yours it fits perfectly in my hand put fits perfectly in my pocket and I can add the attachment and carry my drivers license in my debit card with my phone and nine times out of 10 I don’t need a purse I did this with my iPhone 7 which I loved and I found that the new 12 mini is about a quarter of an inch shorter than the old seven was the pictures on the iPhone 12 mini are gorgeous and are the only criticism I have I’ve had it about a month now and on the left side
Actually i dont have much interest in new phone but damn. That blue iphone 12 mini sold my soul because i like to have a mini phone with my fav blue colour. After all it have night mode and 5g. Maybe its time to upgrade from 8 plus to blue 12 mini. 🥰
Just got mine and I love it I originally had a xr and tbh the size didn’t bother me on both phones but the mini feels so nice in the pocket and you can secure it firmly with one hand I love it
Just got the 12 mini today lovin it got it for the small compact size while being very capable with specs and camera. I do have my fingers crossed for an Apple battery pack case for it though that would make it game over!!! Great content appreciate the thoroughness of the entire lineup if the iPhone 12s!👏🏾
Did you find the earpiece speaker weak (some distortions) while playing homemade or TikTok videos at a high volume or when speakerphone calls? With no issues with music or HD videos tho
The new iPhone 12 is sold without a charger !? And consumers accept this ??? What the hell is wrong with human brains? Have you been collectively lobotomized?😱😱😱
People talk about how they don’t like the 12 mini man it performs just like the 12. Only difference is the dang on screen size of course but both these phones perform just a like you buy the 12 you’ll be paying for the screen size. And maybe the battery life is a bit different. To me the 12 is exactly like the 12 mini but the 12 mini is smaller That’s it 🤷🏽♀️
22:33 Five years from a modern iPhone is wishful thinking. The battery in my iPhone 4s is still going strong. After about two or three years the battery in my iPhone 6 swelled up and split open the phone. After about two or three years the battery in my iPhone 8 swelled up and split open the phone. Unlike LG, Samsung's flagship phones and iPhones are still batteries that are not vented to allow the escape of excess gases.
Yes and no. Sure it has the sharp edges of the old 5s but it is still edge to edge with minimal bezel and no physical button. It’s the physical button and bezel that make the SE look old. I recall when the physical button was dropped and was hesitant, but must say I got quite used to not having it and now prefer the edge to edge.
I have a 11 pro. Hate it. Owned a 6s for like 4 years before upgrading. Miss it to this day. If they still have a mini by the 13 or 14 model I’ll get one once my 11pro is out of contract
Why did you hate it? I have an 11 and never bonded with it because of some issues and the battery degraded faster than I could blink. It is down to 78% barely after 2 years :-/ Also it feels huge and heavy, just not very comfortable to use. I am looking to get a mini now cus I miss having a regular sized phone which I can text with one hand.
I have the mini. I absolutely love the size. I wanted this since the iPhone too the next size jump after the 5s/SE. The battery life really is going to be an issue with a heavy user though.
Did you find the earpiece speaker weak (some distortions) while playing homemade or TikTok videos at a high volume or when speakerphone calls? With no issues with music or HD videos tho
Got mine 2 days ago.. (pre order). And I am not regretting it.. I had dreamed for an iphone full screen the size of iphone SE (1 Generation), then 12 Mini Came. A dream came true!
Watching this on my iPhone SE 2020 and I’ve got 20% battery. Battery life dies super quick and I’m thinking about going with the iPhone 12 for a better battery option
I really love the Mini! If it had 3 cameras, I'd buy it for sure. But since I mostly use only the iphone (don't have an ipad), probably I'll go for Pro MAX due to battery and camera features
The mini has better sound than the SE. Less "tinny". Slightly more base. As for the 12, it sounds better than the mini. Less "tinny" than the mini and slightly more base.
I filmed and edited a 9 minute video in 4k 24 fps on iMovie and it didn’t stutter a single bit. I also made the thumbnail and uploaded it from the phone. I do have 5G in my area so upload and download speeds are lightning fast, but I’m pretty sure the upload was less that 10 minutes. It’s crazy!
Max, Again great video. I was just confused when you tested front camera which phone is SE and which 12mini. Audio quality test is amazing clearly shows the difference between 12 and 12mini. Are you going to prepare battery test?
Yo tengo el 12 mini desde hace dos semanas y estoy muy satisfecho. Llama mucho la atención y tiene el tamaño perfecto para mí. Lo puedo llevar en mi pantalón sin sentir que traigo un tabique. Es súper rápido, las llamadas se escuchan genial. Las fotos son de primera clase. Lo recomiendo mucho.
the 12 sounds better than the mini because there is more space in the phone for sound to travel. basic physics. but the mini compared to the SE, the mini sounded more richer and fuller while the SE didn't sound bad, it did sound more tinny.
I have a older version of SE Wonder what the different beside the hardware. My SE hardware looks more thick and sharp. The button are way different too and I think better♥ Still going strong!
Recently bought iPhone 12 and this is my first iPhone mobile. I didn’t like the display, they told 6.1 inch but not actually it is. If you see the display is 6.1 inch but when you run video or anything it’s too small bcz of all side black wall. It’s look like I am using very old Nokia phone.
Currently have a iPhone 7 and only use my phone for TH-cam, Snapchat, Instagram and reddit. No Games... should I get the SE or the iPhone 12 or 12 mini
The iPhone 12 red looks much more red than you make it seem, at least for me it was a vibrant red, maybe like a passion colour, but it was definitely red. Not salmon, pink or orange. It’s just not a deep colour like the 12 blue.
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SE and Mini are too small :/
Hey max tech I was wondering how much money you would want for ur iPhone 12 bc if u would want to sell it we can meet up bc I live in cda and u live in Spokane it’s completely fine if not but thx for the great content and have a great day
@Apple OS Yeah, that’s why I got the Pro.
I take A LOT of pictures in my life, so I wanted the LiDAR sensor and telephoto camera
Wish u make a free giveaway iphone 12 love from Malaysia 🇲🇾❤️
currently i am using a se2020, but the mini look so attractive to me...
I feel the same but why not wait till the face mask wearing days are over
Bro I also using se 2020..I am satisfied..we can use it atleast two years..then we can buy new iPhone 14...bro only 9months there for 13..let’s go happy with this with awesome Touch ID...love my se 2020❤️
I’m glad I waited for the mini instead of getting the se2020 this summer
I went from the 2020SE to the 12-mini... way better option for me. My main issues with the 2020SE were battery life and the cameras... everything about the 12 mini seems to be an upgrade. The 2020SE did feel a little better in the hand though then the 12 mini, but not by much. Battery life made a significant difference for me...
Agreed
iPhone 12 Mini.
Because having a phone actually fit any pocket I have without falling out is nice.
Oh, and I can actually hold it with ONE hand.
Well unfortunately it can still fall out of your pocket if you squat
@@RennieAsh True, but at least that's not often, or at least I try & be carefull.
Gothic Angel or have a case lol. On an expensive new phone I probably would. I didn’t with my 2016 SE (used) but it slid it out a few times and has damages, but nothing too serious
@@RennieAsh Oh I always have a case. I use the clear flexable kind, and they've worked great for me, even face down drops. There's no excuse to not own a case if I can do that, lol.
That was the whole point of the mini.... Smart decision :)
I think I’ll go with the mini. Already have an iPad so don’t need another big screen. I’ve been rocking the first SE for over two years so the mini seems to be a natural upgrade.
I have an IPhone 7 Plus and will also be upgrading to the mini as the screen size is basically the same. So I’m not loosing any screen switching to a smaller phone.
@nihaalostreetz yeah but it is barely noticeable so not to bothered by it
Irrelevant comment: U look so cute
@@cityplanner3063 yo man im doing the same thing lol
Yes that’s what I want to say 👍🏻👍🏻,,If anyone wants to watch movies, they need an iPad👍🏻
The mini should’ve been priced at $599
Especially since the battery life is worse than the xr and the 11
How much does the mini costs sorry im lazy to watch the whole video
@@perkhere2252 And I wouldn’t mind if they keep the screen at 720p could’ve been better for battery life
It’s just too much for anyone who’d like to move to Apple eco or from much older iPhones
@@liability7814 $729
Yep and at least start at 128gb. It would sell even better.
My comparison today is between the 1st Generation SE (that I’ve had for 3.5 years) to the iPhone 12 mini (that I unboxed this morning). The mini is super fast and the screen is so nice! Basically the same feel in the hand because the square edge design is similar to both. The mini is slightly larger than the 1gen SE. It’s the perfect upgrade for someone like me that loves small phones.
Exactly! Same situation here.
both suck
Got my iPhone mini yesterday morning. From the moment I unboxed it and peeled off the cover, I instantly fell in love with it. It was so much more compact and lighter than my old Lg g7. Easier to use one handed and I can actually reach all corners of my phone without straining my thumb! Although the battery life will be shorter than my larger phone, I’m willing to make that trade off for a more compact form factor. Also I’ve an iPad for movies and gaming so this fits well with my lifestyle. Haven’t had a phone this compact since the iPhone 4
Same for me. Loved my iPhone 4S back then for size and design. Coming now from a XR, I will be updating to the 13 Mini and later this year from an iPad mini original (1) to the new iPad mini, so I think the Mini will be perfect (and enough battery wise). Already excited! ☺️
Lets face it: we all want the mini to win
If only it have a gd battery
I want neither and both to win.
Contrary to popular belief, there is no single best phone, iPhone or otherwise.
Best is relative to ones needs. Not which device has the latest hardware.
For the majority of people who want a iPhone experience just about any one of the iPhones with home buttons on them will work perfectly fine.
I say this because the majority of the iPhone owners I know are still using older iPhones. And I agree. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it. I still use my 6s/6s+ and they do everything I want and need.
I have the 7+, 8+, 10, 10s, 10sMax, 11 and 11proMax. SIM card gets a workout going from phone to phone weekly.
I consider myself a average user and can say from personal experience with all these devices that where day to day use is concerned there is no real difference between a $300.00 used iPhone and a new $1000.00 iPhone. The average user is better off getting a good used 6s and putting a good case on it. Seriously.
It is possible if unlikely that the 6s might get another year of OS updates. Even if it doesn’t. It is normal for iOS to get security updates for a few years after the OS updates stop. This gives iPhones a relative lifespan of 6 to 7 years for updates.
Not to mention all the Phones that are still in use that haven’t received any updates for years.
Do yourself a favor. Know what you want to do with your phone. Are you ever going to use lidar? No? Don’t buy a 12, in fact don’t buy one anyway. Only apple can fix them, and why pay out the ars for the phone and then pay 3x more to have a broken screen fixed.
Do you take lots of pictures, do they need to be studio quality? No and no? You might do well with a 6s+ or 7/+. If you need a better camera go with a 8/+ or SE2.
Honestly, unless your some kind of technofile or you just absolutely have to have near studio quality pictures from your phone you probably don’t need more than a 7/+ or 8/+ why spend more if you don’t need to.
@@mikecrabtree8200 you have the right opinion
@@c.m3008 no iPhone has good battery it always dies quickly and charges quickly
I would love to see a comparison of macbook 13 m1 with 16gb ram against maxed out macbook pro 16" once the 13" arrives
If the m1 chip wins intel becomes trash
@R3D i believe that there won't be much of a difference between them besides thermal.. Macbook air doesn't have a fan so it will probably reach very high temperatures. Besides that, i believe the cpu performance difference will not be that important
@@NvanRoblox well. Intel is already trash thanks to AMD
@@danieljin2193 I meant IF it wins
@@rststudio8805 Your right
This is the most detailed comparison so far I had ever seen in TH-cam, really excellent! Thank you Max!
Your Welcome!!
Agree. Great job.
"2020 can't get any worse"
Apple classifies orange iPhone as Product RED
More like people don’t know what lighter red is
Imo I liked the deeper red.
Red is kinda sus
@@bemacbe that reply was better than the comment😂
are you colour-blind? its a lighter red, its not orange
I went to the store and tried all the sizes. Even though I’m 6’4 and have big hands, mini feels much better than 12 and pro max.
I use the phone in one hand 90% of the time and need to be able to reach everywhere with my thumb. Technically I can do that on 12, but it feels a bit uncomfortable to reach to corners of the screen and since I do it a lot during the day it’ll result in constant annoyance I think.
Mini feels solid in that regard. And it also seems to be a bit more durable than the rest of the lineup due to the smaller size. Glossy back feels so grippy and with boxy design I feel like going caseless.
Don’t care about the speakers quality. Battery life is not an issue since I’m having a power bank. Plus I watch videos and play games on my iPad mostly.
The worst impression I had was from the pro max. It’s absolutely unusable in one hand and frosted back is slippery so you need to use a case which adds to the bulk. And it’s noticeably heavier. Mini feels like a breeze in comparison ))
I second this.
Facts!
Wireless charging is so freakin inefficient and wasteful. I can't even believe this is a thing.
Its in its first phase it will get better over the years
No doubt. Kinda cool for overnight bed side charging, but any other time pointless.
I agree it is stupid. It still technically has a wire. It’s just not plugged directly into the phone. Plus how do you use your phone while charging? I’m fine sticking in my lighting cable. Never found it to be challenging. Now if there was a true wireless charging like a Bluetooth style, that would be something.
@@joelf5565 true its not true wireless charging, it should be called Portless charging or something. U can still hold ur phone like with a normal cable because of the magnets but it's nothing really revolutionary
If they made the iPhone SE with the iPhone 12 design, I would prefer it. I like the bezel, home button, the LCD screen is fine, don't need magsafe, don't need wireless charging, just a single camera lens but with better low light, and increase ram to at least 4gb. I hope they keep the SE with home button in the future.
yes we really hope that happens
I just bought SE. And it never disappoints me.
Thanks man! The BEST comparison on YT. For example, comparison of SE and Mini playing 16:9 playback! I was looking for that and NOBODY includes this one, everybody just zooms the video on the mini and I've seen like 20 comparisons, you are the first one! Thank you so much! Such a great in-depth video! You've just earned a new subscriber ;)
The last iphone I used was an iphone 5C, now I'm getting the 12 mini
I had 5s now i got se 2020
@@Martinwhoo exactly the same as me 👍
Same
@@Martinwhoo is se 2020 good?
Just traded in my SE 2020 for 12, legit a good upgrade
That’s what I’m doing on Friday. Is it a good phone?
@@ellaharris8103 12 is decent but let me tell you if you’re willing to pay for the price of a 12, you should upgrade to a 13/13 mini, the battery alone already beats 12 by far
But if you just want a better phone you got plenty of options my friends :)
Be advised, there's a hearing aid connectivity issue with ALL iPhone 12
models. People with hearing aids are experiencing static alternating
between left and right side channels as well as intermittent audio loss
in either right or left sides....Apple is aware of the problem and the
engineers are working to fix it.
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@@Azubi_Meatball4349 makes it easier to read, why use a whole screen?
@@oo0Spyder0oo yeah but you pressed it even before the sentences ended
@@Azubi_Meatball4349 Well it wasn't me pal, you mean the other guy. Doesn't matter, it's just laid out like a column, same as a newspaper. Easier om the eyes but each to their own.
This issue was corrected in the new release 14.2.1 or the beta 14.3 PB2
This is, in my opinion, is the best iPhone ever made. It follows and represents what Steve Jobs wanted from an iPhone. Pocketable, single handed usage and more powerful than anything on the market with top of the line tech. This is the continuation of his philosophy.
I love the godamn size so much. Finally a powerful mobile phone which can really be called mobile after ages. I hope Android manufacturers follow this trend and come up with innovative ideas to increase the battery life.
Yes. iPhone mini is perfect. I love mine.
Except it is not top of the line tech
No 120Hz refresh rate no party
I feel like the notch blends in a lot better on the mini than on the larger iPhones. There isn’t much screen around the notch, only enough to display the battery, signal strength, and time, with no space left. Therefore, the notch somewhat looks like it “belongs”, whereas the other iPhones, it just doesn’t look right.
No. Poor camera review. The photo quality is incredibly similar. The difference you need to look for is low light. That is where the Mini shines. Not worth the price difference at all. The SE has an incredible camera.
These reviewers hype things up to the point where many want to buy new phone every year. Not worth it.
You've not taken the ultrawide and selfie camera into account.
@@reevanamin5865 The ultra wide is irrelevant. It’s a feature and doesn’t affect my overall assessment. The ultra wide quality is soft and is subpar at best. Reviewers often gloss this over because they receive review samples from the vendor. The selfie camera is not a deal breaker for me. The SE is good enough by a long shot. Now, the Mini is a better camera obviously, but not worth the additional cost.
And like I mentioned, it’s better to zoom into photos to see true quality. That’s the key. Just looking at normal viewing size does very little. Try using a solid monitor and view these photos. You may be surprised at how good/bad they really are.
Just bought iphone 12 mini today. After about 6 years using iphone 6. Almost same size but much bigger performance
Do you still have it
Size matters. Typing this on my new mini. Love it, long time coming.
How's it's battery
Same here
Mini rocks..battery is good
@@rishitasondager5872 not sure. Haven’t had it a full day yet. One thing for sure, I need to relearn how to use a phone with one hand.
@@rishitasondager5872 8hrs and 30 mins you welcome
@@Youssef-lp7on no it isnt, battery life is max 7 hours. dont spew information if it’s incorrect
I have an Iphone 11 and it feels enormous and has always felt enormous and I have big hands. Thanks for this review and looking forward to the Mini 13 which I'll probably switch to from the 11. Giant phones have always looked ridiculous to me ever since I saw the first enormous HTC and outwardly laughed that anyone would carry that around. Now it's commonplace but no less ridiculous looking, to me anyway.
I have the 11 too and its so heavy too, hurts like a bitch to drop it on my face or foot lol and the battery aged like avocado. I am looking to buy a mini too!
ty for comparing to the se! an actual relevant comparison!!
No one compares the display sizes as professional and helpful as you do, thanks a lot
I went with the Mini. For gaming and "immersive" experiences I use an iPad so the small size of the Mini is a plus.
Yes!! Having the 12 mini and an iPad is a way to go.
I got the standard 12 which felt ok in the shop. Soon as I put a case on it just felt too big so I returned it. Got the mini on Friday morning... much better. Yes, screen is smaller but I’m already used to that. I can use it one handed and battery is fine.
I decided I am returning my 12 for the mini man the same thing happened to me man my freakin hand hurts from these big phones...Mini time!
Hands down best comparison I've seen, shows exactly everything I'm looking for. Thank you! Appreciate the technical part as well!
One of the most awaited videos by max tech
I’ve got an iPhone 12 mini. I’ve had it since October of 2021. The battery is the biggest issue everyone has… If you work a 9-5 job and don’t use your phone much at work, it will easily get you through the day if you start with a full charge. If you’re a heavy user, it’ll get you 7 hours of nonstop gameplay starting at 100% battery charge. If you’re a heavy user then plan on charging it by mid afternoon or in the early part of the evening.
I also start my day between 5 - 6am so keep that in mind***
Just checked: 8hr 33 minutes on a full charge and I put it on the charger when it reached 7%.
Upgraded to the mini from a 6s plus yesterday. The size takes some getting used to, but wow I love it already overall.
I love how all of your videos actually cover the things I care about when reviewing the iPhone 12 series.
se2020 is the most underrated phone of 2020 , getting all the hate because of of small battery, but hardly people know that se battery performs much better than android phones of 3000mah battery , and I can buy almost 3 iPhone se in the price of 12mini
Listening to music can have a tremendously relaxing effect on our minds and bodies, especially slow, quiet classical music. This type of music can have a beneficial effect on our physiological functions, slowing the pulse and heart rate, lowering blood pressure, and decreasing the levels of stress hormones...
Thanks!
The se 2nd gen actually got its speakers upgraded via software but if the 12 mini was compared to the 7 or to the 8 yeah it would smoke them
I have the mini in black with 256 GB, and for my age (14) its sooo good like i already have an android and a iPad so i don't need an bigger screen
I have a 12 mini in green I should buy me an iPad
Having in sight that the iphone 12 mini is smaller and that didn’t stopped it from keeping up with it’s bigger brother as speakers but hey the 12 mini still smokes a lot of expensive android phones
Mini sounded way clearer to me. SE sounded like it was muffled
I think the SE sounded richer.
Nice video! You actually deserve more subs and views.
I think an intrusive notch kills immersive experience much more than a fixed bezel. You can never not notice that asymmetric notch. After all, we put beautiful paintings into a frame before we display them.
Honestly it’s better then a top and bottom bezel because even without a notch cropping into videos will always cut something out. Having the option to pinch in at all is nice. I do agree the notch has to go but I want to keep the Face ID it holds lol.
Well done video... I love my mini as I’m a photographer, but I think for many average users, the SE is the best value...
I got the SE. let me tell you it makes me nostalgic fir my iPhone 4. Tell you something? The mini and the SE have really tiny keyboards and ridiculous spell check. Get the 12. I’m sorry I didn’t.
It feels like a toy and it works like one.
It burns through battery like no phone I’ve ever had.
The SE 2 is only £300 brand new in the UK where i am , the 12 mini is too expensive £700 which is near 1000 dollars lol and the 12 standard is like £900 around 1200 dollars
Today is chewsdaie.
aren't you bri ish?
Don’t get me wrong but... For the screens I prefer going with the Se. I just like Apple’s LCD panels and they just have such a natural look to them. Makes everything look pleasing to my eye.
Loving my mini. I am able to get through my day on the battery
Did you find the earpiece speaker weak (some distortions) while playing homemade or TikTok videos at a high volume or when speakerphone calls? With no issues with music or HD videos tho
The mini is very nice as long as you don’t want to use a screen protector. There is a weird issue going on with this phone. If you use a screen protector and a case, the screen is unresponsive when the phone is locked. Fingers crossed Apple can fix it with an iOS update.
I’ve had it almost a couple days no issues here
Best comparison review on TH-cam! I’m upgrading from my trusty iPhone 6 that I’ve had for 6 years & was unsure which one of these 3 to upgrade too, I’m definitely getting the iPhone 12 now & in that same blue colour
Did you end up getting the 12? I'm on an iPhone 6 with a shattered screen and half of it doesn't work lol. I'm wondering if I should get the 12 or the SE 2. Any tips?
Not complaining about the bezels on my iPhone 12 Pro, but why not give all the iPhones the same bezels as the 12 Mini?
Cause money
Apple should just make the phone slightly thicker and to compensate, add bigger battery to it. Win win.
Very good point
Max, compare max brightness on the phones. I got my mini yesterday and it does not get as bright as my two year old Xs even though they are rated the same amount of nits.
The thing is... on switching from android to IOS, I've noticed that the IOS requires a lot corner and edge touches. Far more than android phones. And that makes the display size and overall dimensions play a major difference. I currently use an Iphone 7 (which is basically identical to the SE), and I find it just on the limit of almost too big to use IOS. Whatsapp, which is the app I use the most, requires you to pull your thumb from the left edge to the middle a lot, to close chats, so a wide iphone is a major NO-GO for me. And man... the iphone 12 is much wider than the mini. I wish all the iphone lineup was narrower and a little bit taller to make up for it. The Pro Max is COMPLETELY unusable. I had an Iphone 7 plus, and even back then it was ridiculously wide. It felt much better to use my galaxy note 8... And the 12 pro max is even bigger.
I don’t think anyone gonna read that
I ended up buying it. I traded in my SE even though I’m taking a loss. i regret the SE because the battery health reached below 90% and Apple won’t change the battery until it reaches 80%. I also own the iPhone 12 pro max.
How much did you get in trade in, my SE has 97% and i feel disappointed for the price i payed
This is very informative video. Even little details included. Thanks So Much.
Thanks! So many detail in this video! You’re very conscientious!
I got the new iPhone 12 mini and my daughter asked me if I wanted a mini instead of a large when I come in it because my fingers are an inch shorter than yours it fits perfectly in my hand put fits perfectly in my pocket and I can add the attachment and carry my drivers license in my debit card with my phone and nine times out of 10 I don’t need a purse I did this with my iPhone 7 which I loved and I found that the new 12 mini is about a quarter of an inch shorter than the old seven was the pictures on the iPhone 12 mini are gorgeous and are the only criticism I have I’ve had it about a month now and on the left side
3:59 Ladies you know the procedures
I can’t wait until the iPhone 12 mini becomes the new iPhone SE!
The price with match the size lol
by the time it becomes the new iphone se every phone will completely outclass it
iPhone SE for budget, i'm not a gamer on mobile and take few photos only (seems good enough in my use cases)
iPhone 12 mini don’t need be cheaper than iPhone SE2020 and iPhone XR
Watching this TH-cam video on my IPhone 12 mini!!! Love it!!😎💪🏽
What on screen time do You have ? :) thinking of buying one (:
@@erikaberggren4374 Good question 👌🏼
@@erikaberggren4374 Good question 👌🏼
Yes, it’s about the best I have seen so far
Actually i dont have much interest in new phone but damn.
That blue iphone 12 mini sold my soul because i like to have a mini phone with my fav blue colour.
After all it have night mode and 5g.
Maybe its time to upgrade from 8 plus to blue 12 mini. 🥰
You should. You would straightaway enjoy how the size fits perfectly in your hands. That is something that I miss from my old iPhone 8
@@gahlol7069 yeah but it will be long time to get inside my country. Maybe about Feb next year.
It will be good decision. I am also switching to mini from xs.
Just got mine and I love it I originally had a xr and tbh the size didn’t bother me on both phones but the mini feels so nice in the pocket and you can secure it firmly with one hand I love it
4:25 12 mini red reminds me of the pink on the 5c and the salmon/coral on the XR
Just got the 12 mini today lovin it got it for the small compact size while being very capable with specs and camera. I do have my fingers crossed for an Apple battery pack case for it though that would make it game over!!! Great content appreciate the thoroughness of the entire lineup if the iPhone 12s!👏🏾
Did you find the earpiece speaker weak (some distortions) while playing homemade or TikTok videos at a high volume or when speakerphone calls? With no issues with music or HD videos tho
Excellent review good detail in general most reviewers just bang on about the camera
But what will be size of 16:9 video on iPhone 12 mini? will it be smaller than SE?
SE screen is 0,5mm wider.
SE2 rocks
love the content
more subs to come
Using 6s Plus and 12 mini. And it’s amazing.
The new iPhone 12 is sold without a charger !? And consumers accept this ??? What the hell is wrong with human brains? Have you been collectively lobotomized?😱😱😱
I totally agree with you on this!!
After 6 years iPhone 6 I’ll go for iPhone 12, skipped 6 generations 😂😂
smart move
People talk about how they don’t like the 12 mini man it performs just like the 12. Only difference is the dang on screen size of course but both these phones perform just a like you buy the 12 you’ll be paying for the screen size. And maybe the battery life is a bit different. To me the 12 is exactly like the 12 mini but the 12 mini is smaller That’s it 🤷🏽♀️
22:33 Five years from a modern iPhone is wishful thinking. The battery in my iPhone 4s is still going strong. After about two or three years the battery in my iPhone 6 swelled up and split open the phone. After about two or three years the battery in my iPhone 8 swelled up and split open the phone. Unlike LG, Samsung's flagship phones and iPhones are still batteries that are not vented to allow the escape of excess gases.
You must be using your phones 24/7 because that has never happened to me
thief steals your iPhone 12 with wallet included * Thief: great double prize
It's funny that everyone is hittinh on the SE for it's older design but then the iphone 12s fall back to an even older design.
Yes and no. Sure it has the sharp edges of the old 5s but it is still edge to edge with minimal bezel and no physical button. It’s the physical button and bezel that make the SE look old. I recall when the physical button was dropped and was hesitant, but must say I got quite used to not having it and now prefer the edge to edge.
I have a 11 pro. Hate it. Owned a 6s for like 4 years before upgrading. Miss it to this day. If they still have a mini by the 13 or 14 model I’ll get one once my 11pro is out of contract
Why did you hate it? I have an 11 and never bonded with it because of some issues and the battery degraded faster than I could blink. It is down to 78% barely after 2 years :-/ Also it feels huge and heavy, just not very comfortable to use. I am looking to get a mini now cus I miss having a regular sized phone which I can text with one hand.
I have the mini.
I absolutely love the size. I wanted this since the iPhone too the next size jump after the 5s/SE.
The battery life really is going to be an issue with a heavy user though.
Did you find the earpiece speaker weak (some distortions) while playing homemade or TikTok videos at a high volume or when speakerphone calls? With no issues with music or HD videos tho
The 12 mini is my favorite 🔥
Can’t wait to get mine❗️
which color are you getting it in :0
@@YukariAkiyama the blue
I'm getting green or orange
Got mine 2 days ago.. (pre order).
And I am not regretting it..
I had dreamed for an iphone full screen the size of iphone SE (1 Generation), then 12 Mini Came.
A dream came true!
16:35 The iPhone 11 had 4gb ram just like the 11 Pro and the New 12 and not 3 gb.
Yeah it has 4 apparently
I am getting the mini on Xmas! Thanks for ur reviews!
Waiting for this video for so long!
Watching this on my iPhone SE 2020 and I’ve got 20% battery. Battery life dies super quick and I’m thinking about going with the iPhone 12 for a better battery option
Is the 12 mini much more comfortable in the hand than the 12, or only in comparison with the 12 Pro Max? Thanks
I really love the Mini! If it had 3 cameras, I'd buy it for sure.
But since I mostly use only the iphone (don't have an ipad), probably I'll go for Pro MAX due to battery and camera features
The mini has better sound than the SE. Less "tinny". Slightly more base. As for the 12, it sounds better than the mini. Less "tinny" than the mini and slightly more base.
Bass*
Thank you for this super informative video! The best comparison ever!
Is the width of the screen on the SE bigger than on the mini? The display on mini seem to look taller, but appears more narrow.
Yes!
You can calculate it witdth resolution x density = actual size in inches. If you want in cm then multiply by 2.54.
I filmed and edited a 9 minute video in 4k 24 fps on iMovie and it didn’t stutter a single bit. I also made the thumbnail and uploaded it from the phone. I do have 5G in my area so upload and download speeds are lightning fast, but I’m pretty sure the upload was less that 10 minutes. It’s crazy!
Comparison I've been looking for! Thanks!!
U have great videos! Saw all ur iphone 12 content! Thanks
I am still using iphone 8plus ☺️ i think i go for the 12mini
Max, Again great video. I was just confused when you tested front camera which phone is SE and which 12mini. Audio quality test is amazing clearly shows the difference between 12 and 12mini. Are you going to prepare battery test?
iPhone se 2020 user , iPhone 12 is the best iPhone from the new lineup , the most balanced iPhone from the new gens
Good review. The speaker, video, & gaming points made me decide to get the 12 instead of the mini.
this man looks like a bigger bryton from ninja kids tv lmao
Yo tengo el 12 mini desde hace dos semanas y estoy muy satisfecho. Llama mucho la atención y tiene el tamaño perfecto para mí. Lo puedo llevar en mi pantalón sin sentir que traigo un tabique. Es súper rápido, las llamadas se escuchan genial. Las fotos son de primera clase. Lo recomiendo mucho.
the 12 sounds better than the mini because there is more space in the phone for sound to travel. basic physics. but the mini compared to the SE, the mini sounded more richer and fuller while the SE didn't sound bad, it did sound more tinny.
SE 2020 gang where yall at?
I have a older version of SE Wonder what the different beside the hardware. My SE hardware looks more thick and sharp. The button are way different too and I think better♥ Still going strong!
Thanks for this! I was looking for a video like this! Very helpful.
Recently bought iPhone 12 and this is my first iPhone mobile. I didn’t like the display, they told 6.1 inch but not actually it is. If you see the display is 6.1 inch but when you run video or anything it’s too small bcz of all side black wall. It’s look like I am using very old Nokia phone.
Currently have a iPhone 7 and only use my phone for TH-cam, Snapchat, Instagram and reddit. No Games... should I get the SE or the iPhone 12 or 12 mini
The iPhone 12 red looks much more red than you make it seem, at least for me it was a vibrant red, maybe like a passion colour, but it was definitely red. Not salmon, pink or orange. It’s just not a deep colour like the 12 blue.