I use a 13 mini daily. I have the latest mac, watch, ipad and buds but when it comes to the phone I'm staying with 13 mini until it dies. For good measure I also bought a spare BNIB :) The daily is midnight and the spare is green. Both are gorgeous and I don't use a case. When I bought the phone boxed and mint it had 95% battery health and after a year its 89%. I'll probably get the battery replaced when it goes sub 85%. After a typical days use my 13 mini has about 30% battery left when it goes onto the bedside wireless charger, where in landscape mode it serves as my bedside clock and alarm. As for small iphones coming back, it wont be for a few years but never say never. By a fluke of history and tech development where most tech gets smaller over time, phones have gotten larger. I remember the original Nokia & Erikson flip phones - tiny! - and even today the Motorola 50 Ultra flip is very small, albeit a foldable. Fashions come and go.
I’m running a 12 mini that I had to refurbish myself. Great size coming from a 1st gen SE, I like having a phone that can still fit in my pocket in this day and age.
I've had one for 3 months and it's amazing! I had to update to a 12 pro max because this days I'm studying everyday in the bus. But the portability of the minis are so good.
I would LOVE to see them bring back the mini! It’s my “go to” travel device! I travel a lot for work and my 13 mini is my travel device! I don’t know what I’ll switch to once it’s unusable.
As a 13PM user I could punch myself for not getting the 13 mini before they discontinued it. It’s a unicorn in the world of humongous phones. I hope the mini has a comeback, either as se or a new model.
No chance as a SE.. The SE 4 is expected to be way bigger than the 13 mini. The SE 4 is gonna be a regular midrange phone in terms of size. Maybe a little bit smaller but huge compared to the mini. A real shame.
I have the 12 mini, I’ve had it for over 3 years now, I got it a month before the 13 mini came out. (I was impatient, don’t judge me… also I love the dark blue colour which was only available on the 12 mini and I wanted the matching dark blue watch lol) I still adore it and I’m still sad they discontinued the mini phones. Whenever people see my phone they seem to think it’s tiny, but I am so used to it. I had the 6S Plus before it for the novelty of the giant size, but it became really annoying, I couldn’t fit it in most of my pockets and I couldn’t type with one hand. Being able to do both of those things is important to me, I have very small hands so it just makes sense to have a mini phone! The battery isn’t great, but I have a MagSafe battery pack which is perfect for if I’m out for a longer time and need to use my phone more heavily, but most of the time I’m indoors and keep my phone on charge all the time. It’s still perfect for my needs, I don’t experience any slowness. I don’t ever want to get rid of this phone, I dread the day when it becomes unusuable! Hopefully by then Apple have brought out another mini phone… I can only hope! 🤞
I believe if Apple ever makes a new mini they will make it a 5.8 inch iphone similar to the 11 pro. Yes it would still be bigger than a mini but with flat edges and drastically thinner bezels it would be quite a bit smaller than most iPhones. This would still be compact enough for most people and would give a bit of extra room for a bigger battery.
When I held a XS in a boxy case, I thought it was a 12 mini and didn’t know the 12 mini was smaller than the XS. The one I held felt really small for my hands
I upgraded my iPhone 12 mini to a 16 Pro a couple weeks ago and I must, say I kinda miss the smaller size bc it was sooo much more handy. Even though I love my 16 Pro, I haven‘t gotten used to it yet and I don‘t know if I ever will 😅 I miss using my phone comfortably with one hand
I have the 13mini and haven’t looked back. I love it ❤. Also the 13mini looks great with its accessories such as MagSafe wallet and MagSafe battery pack. I do have to charge it daily but it does get me through the whole day. I can’t see me changing to another phone anytime soon.
i have had my 13 mini since june 2022 and i don't think i can ever bring myself to upgrade... unless of course apple releases a new one! then of course i will get one immediately!!
I really wish they released a 16 mini, would’ve bought in a heartbeat. I had the 12 mini then the 13 mini and i just got the 15 pro used. Without a case, it is almost like using the mini tbh, it feels good in the hand :) nothing can compare to the lightness of the mini but this is a good alternative if you want something more modern that has 120hz. I tried the 14 pro before and sold it because it was too heavy but this one is do able i promise!
@ yeaaa, would’ve loved a 16 mini. i was tempted to get the 15 pro when it came out but i can’t part with my 13 mini just yet. maybe in a couple years i could reconsider upgrading hahaha
I still use an iPhone 5se. When I pulled it out in a local shop to buy some stuff, the staff serving me were laughing at it. I told them it was a valuable antique lol I work in construction so I dont need fancy, just small as possible. That's why I'm looking at your video. Im thinking of getting the iPhone 13 mini. looks decent
Bad battery is not an argument at all. You can’t expect battery life to be like in Nokia 3310😅 considering how much power goes for internet, Bluetooth and cellular data. Small phones are for people who use phones as phones and laptops for the other stuff as it should be. Even 12 mini will be enough.
Using the 12 mini, battery is kinda eh, but the form factor, and build quality is top notch. A lot of people when I give my phone to them react like: "IT SO CUTEEEEE"
I own both iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 13 mini. I carry a small phone much more than my iPhone Pro. If Apple would release a mini sized phone as part of its SE4 release, I would buy one.
I just traded mine in a few months ago because the battery was atrocious and it'd quickly overheat. I had it less than three years and my battery health was on 79%. Switched to an iPhone 15 and the battery is a lot better and it doesn't overheat as much. I enjoy the larger screen now that I've found a better case than the last time which isn't so bulky.
I would have gotten it if I had not gotten the 12 the year prior. Wish they still made smaller phones. I love using my iPhone SE first gen every once in awhile when I step out
Exactly! I think the issue with 13 mini wasn't really the lack of market for small iPhone, the market is small but stable and they saturated it with iPhone 12 mini as a lot of people don't really see a reason for yearly upgrade. If they released small flagship iPhone every 2 or 3 years it would sell reasonably well.
I use the iPhone 13 mini for the last three years and I love how small this iPhone is and I love everything about it but…. On IOS 18 is getting so bad and the battery life is terrible and getting a little bit Laggy and I really don’t want to get rid off it 😫😞
I bought the iPhone 13 Mini a few days before the iPhone 15 released, and I'm still using it today as my main phone. The maximum capacity has dropped extremely quickly compared to my original iPhone XR, which had a capacity of 94% (had it from 2020 - 2023), my 13 Mini has a maximum capacity of 86% - I have to keep a magsafe portable charger on me at all times because it usually doesn't last me the entire day. Besides the charge however, it's the one of the best phones Apple has released, I really wished they made smaller phones because I don't need a tablet-sized phone in my pocket
I didn’t even think about trading in my mini, and I didn’t even care how much money they were offering for it. In the end, I decided to give it to my daughter, and she absolutely loves it!
My first iPhone was 12 Mini, I love this phone so much, so comfortable and easy to use. I had to change my phone 6 months ago because of battery, got 15 pro and I miss the size of mini iPhone so much. My mom is using this phone now and sometimes I like to use it for a while to see how much I liked this device.
@NateCrail Well I can't say I'm a heavy user. Nowadays the only time I use my phone alot is during class when I go to college and maybe weekends, but most of the time I watch TH-cam on my TV so I guess I'm not that much of a heavy user
Apple discontinuing the mini iPhone along with other stuff I don’t need to get into has led me to hate Apple, I still like their products up until the iPhone 14 but i think the mini iPhone will be my last iPhone because I don’t wanna lug around an iPad
Upgraded from the XS to a mint condition Product Red 13 Mini in January this year. Really complements my iPad Mini. Just wish Apple made the latter in the same colour. Thanks for the content.
I got a 13 mini from amazon renewed last week. Pink 512gb in their advertised "excellent condition" for 370. No scratches at all, although there is a weird small smudge on the screen that is visible only when the screen is turned off. Battery was replaced and had the battery message, but after updating the phone to iOS18, the battery is now showing as "used" and has 86% health (Amazon renewed advertise as over 80% minimum). Not bad for the prices, really. Could have waited to see how the SE4 will come out, but since it'll probably be a 6.1" screen and potentially have a higher started price (I'm guess $450 for a 128gb base model), might as well get the 13 mini.
I run the 13 mini as my daily, though I'd still be running the OG SE if reception was better. The 13 mini is small, but the 5 was still the best size. A full screen iPhone SE 2016 would be a dream come true.
I have my 13mini for 2 yrs now. And will keep using it until apple stop supporting it, a new mini comes out, or a new compelling iphone is released. So far, it ain't the 16 series.
Apple said that there was low demand. I call BS on that and disagree. I think they got rid of it because, they didn't get the margins on that phone as much as they wanted. from the people I've talked to, they were all elderly and older people that told me they loved this phone. including both of my grandparents from both my mom's and dad's side said they loved it. one of my grandma's does wish Apple still made a small 4 inch phone with a home button. You can still get in until Apple discontinues it but once its gone, its gone.
As an iPad mini user I’ve just had to come to accept Apples mini versions of stuff like the iPhone or iPad just don’t sell anywhere near as well as the bigger ones, so they’ll always be an afterthought. At this point I’m just grateful they didn’t discontinue the iPad mini too even though the update was a joke.
What bugs did you experience in iOS 18 on the Mini? The chipset is still fairly modern. I think they even reused it in the iPhone 14, so I'd expect things to run smoothly and bug-free.
Got my iPhone 13 mini in June of 2022 and was excited for the iOS 16 release so was on the beta for a while. I went back to 15.7.1 before the signing window was over. Eventually MDC happened and then the Dopamine jailbreak and I’m honestly content. I have other phones on higher versions for apps that dropped iOS 15 support when I need it. Nothing beats carrying around the mini ❤
My first iPhone was 11, coming from a Galaxy S9, the screen was definitely a downgrade, not to mention the bezels were too thick and the phone was just too large. So I couldn't wait to switch to 12 mini when it came out. The screen was still behind Samsung's but at least its small footprint felt good in the hand. I'm still amazed by how reliable iOS is after 3.5 yrs, even though it was noticeably getting slower. When convenience from a small phone gradually became annoyance from a small screen, I started to feel like I did not fit in anywhere when everybody else had a "regular" sized phone. The biggest issue, however, was that it was getting too hot when on a video call and the battery couldn't even last an hour. So I bought the new 16 as soon as it came out and I did not miss the smaller phone. That being said, I did not trade it in but kept the 12 mini as a backup device to use when I travel to other countries where a physical sim card is needed. But it sure would've been nice to have the 13 mini as the backup instead.
I got an original iPhone 7/8 Silicone Case from 2017 at m local Ross back in January for $5. It was back when Apple still had clear plastic front packaging. It says on the back "Compatible with iPhone 7 and iPhone 8" on it. They had two but sadly I only had enough for one. My local Target still has the FineWoven MagSafe wallets for $60.
I still daily drive it as my main phone and will probably be the case for years to come until it dies or they bring compact size back because phones are not phones anymore, they are mini or sometimes full tablets !
So hard to find actual reviews of products. In the case of Iphones it seems to be the so called "Fanboy" phenomenon. Useful info: Reception in various area types Rural / Urban 4g/5g etc... clarity of speakers. hands-free integration with car systems, Issues, speed usability, ergonomics, accessories, etc... Comparison to other phones from other companies including Apple. Marketing thought:I think that people who prefer small form factor phones hold on to their phones for longer. They value longevity, convenience, non-intrusiveness and utility. Trading in for a new phone is not just a cost in terms of $$, it is an inconvenience that they would rather do less often. Apple would do better to release these Mini-phones less often, have longer life cycles with them as that is what the psychology of the customer of these phones prefer.
I was just about to buy a mini in product red last year and apple dropped it from their website. I am not worried about getting a larger phone as I had a iPad mini 4. I would have kept it for years. Bought the standard size 13 and just upgraded to the mini 7 which will have the Apple Intelligence.
iphone 13 mini is still my daily driver since January 2023. battery health is at 89%. Won’t be upgrading unless it dies on me! I just love this phone so much.❤
I had the 13 pro max after a while I just found it cumbersome the weight the size just started finding it annoying now I have the regular 16 non pro model like how light it is don’t notice the refresh rate and all that
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Bro it's not that old 😭 I still see many people use as a daily driver 😢
I still use it. It’s the best
I saw one yesterday
I see one now, the only shiity thing about mine is the lightening socket as it’s the only I use that needs one.
Like me! :D
I know!! Just really miss small iPhones in general, sad that we may never see a mini iPhone again.
I got a 13 mini for about a year now and i just love it ❤
Same! And I’m really happy with it 😌
Me too
I do too, it’s lovely
I use a 13 mini daily. I have the latest mac, watch, ipad and buds but when it comes to the phone I'm staying with 13 mini until it dies. For good measure I also bought a spare BNIB :)
The daily is midnight and the spare is green. Both are gorgeous and I don't use a case.
When I bought the phone boxed and mint it had 95% battery health and after a year its 89%. I'll probably get the battery replaced when it goes sub 85%. After a typical days use my 13 mini has about 30% battery left when it goes onto the bedside wireless charger, where in landscape mode it serves as my bedside clock and alarm.
As for small iphones coming back, it wont be for a few years but never say never. By a fluke of history and tech development where most tech gets smaller over time, phones have gotten larger. I remember the original Nokia & Erikson flip phones - tiny! - and even today the Motorola 50 Ultra flip is very small, albeit a foldable.
Fashions come and go.
The fact that you don’t use a case…😐
Hi! Do they still get updates till this day? I was thinking of getting one
I’m running a 12 mini that I had to refurbish myself. Great size coming from a 1st gen SE, I like having a phone that can still fit in my pocket in this day and age.
How does it run? Was debating on getting one . What iOS version on you ?
@_WF23 I’m on 16.3 right now, will probably update to 18.1 when my bank app stops working or if I get some new AirPods.
I've had one for 3 months and it's amazing! I had to update to a 12 pro max because this days I'm studying everyday in the bus.
But the portability of the minis are so good.
I would LOVE to see them bring back the mini! It’s my “go to” travel device! I travel a lot for work and my 13 mini is my travel device! I don’t know what I’ll switch to once it’s unusable.
get a smaller android or if they make a new SE
@@Vlad69422android is a no-no. Better to replace battery of iPhone 13 mini and bring magsafe battery from anker/esr/apple. Or wait for iPhone 17 Air
My favorite iPhone! I still daily my green 13 mini.. big fan!
damn limited edition
me too!
As a 13PM user I could punch myself for not getting the 13 mini before they discontinued it. It’s a unicorn in the world of humongous phones.
I hope the mini has a comeback, either as se or a new model.
No chance as a SE.. The SE 4 is expected to be way bigger than the 13 mini. The SE 4 is gonna be a regular midrange phone in terms of size. Maybe a little bit smaller but huge compared to the mini. A real shame.
i miss this phone "i never had this phone" what
That is literally the story of the IPhone Mini and why it’s no longer around. Everyoneee loveddd it… in theory. 😂
using the iphone 12 mini for more than a year now and except the battery issue the phone is amazing.
Loving my iPhone mini, all y’all with dinner plates as phones look on with jealousy as I type with one hand
I have the 12 mini, I’ve had it for over 3 years now, I got it a month before the 13 mini came out. (I was impatient, don’t judge me… also I love the dark blue colour which was only available on the 12 mini and I wanted the matching dark blue watch lol)
I still adore it and I’m still sad they discontinued the mini phones. Whenever people see my phone they seem to think it’s tiny, but I am so used to it. I had the 6S Plus before it for the novelty of the giant size, but it became really annoying, I couldn’t fit it in most of my pockets and I couldn’t type with one hand. Being able to do both of those things is important to me, I have very small hands so it just makes sense to have a mini phone! The battery isn’t great, but I have a MagSafe battery pack which is perfect for if I’m out for a longer time and need to use my phone more heavily, but most of the time I’m indoors and keep my phone on charge all the time. It’s still perfect for my needs, I don’t experience any slowness. I don’t ever want to get rid of this phone, I dread the day when it becomes unusuable! Hopefully by then Apple have brought out another mini phone… I can only hope! 🤞
one day they'll make a mini at at most 5.8 inch not more
I believe if Apple ever makes a new mini they will make it a 5.8 inch iphone similar to the 11 pro.
Yes it would still be bigger than a mini but with flat edges and drastically thinner bezels it would be quite a bit smaller than most iPhones.
This would still be compact enough for most people and would give a bit of extra room for a bigger battery.
This could be an SE 4!
When I held a XS in a boxy case, I thought it was a 12 mini and didn’t know the 12 mini was smaller than the XS. The one I held felt really small for my hands
@@iClassic I wish, sadly it seems based off cases and leaks it’s 6.1 inch.
@ Everyone’s hands are different, people with my hands prefer the mini while people with bigger hands like the bigger phones.
@@iClassicrumor says this will be rebranded as the iPhone 17 Air
i have 12 mini n still going strong
I upgraded my iPhone 12 mini to a 16 Pro a couple weeks ago and I must, say I kinda miss the smaller size bc it was sooo much more handy. Even though I love my 16 Pro, I haven‘t gotten used to it yet and I don‘t know if I ever will 😅 I miss using my phone comfortably with one hand
I have the 13mini and haven’t looked back. I love it ❤. Also the 13mini looks great with its accessories such as MagSafe wallet and MagSafe battery pack. I do have to charge it daily but it does get me through the whole day. I can’t see me changing to another phone anytime soon.
Just imagine a 15 mini having the Dynamic Island 😍
It will look too pretty
I’d love to see it
I’ll totally get it
Imagine a 15 Pro Mini
Imagine 16 pro max mini. 🤠
Imagine 19 ultra micro😍
i wish they made more mini versions for the next gens
i have had my 13 mini since june 2022 and i don't think i can ever bring myself to upgrade... unless of course apple releases a new one! then of course i will get one immediately!!
wasting ur money
I really wish they released a 16 mini, would’ve bought in a heartbeat. I had the 12 mini then the 13 mini and i just got the 15 pro used. Without a case, it is almost like using the mini tbh, it feels good in the hand :) nothing can compare to the lightness of the mini but this is a good alternative if you want something more modern that has 120hz. I tried the 14 pro before and sold it because it was too heavy but this one is do able i promise!
@ yeaaa, would’ve loved a 16 mini. i was tempted to get the 15 pro when it came out but i can’t part with my 13 mini just yet. maybe in a couple years i could reconsider upgrading hahaha
@raffaaeeel_ I feel you, enjoy it!
@@raffaaeeel_yo I see so much people glazing but the sales for the mini were so bad the 6.3” pro and 6.1” base model are not even that big
I still use an iPhone 5se. When I pulled it out in a local shop to buy some stuff, the staff serving me were laughing at it. I told them it was a valuable antique lol I work in construction so I dont need fancy, just small as possible. That's why I'm looking at your video. Im thinking of getting the iPhone 13 mini. looks decent
Bad battery is not an argument at all. You can’t expect battery life to be like in Nokia 3310😅 considering how much power goes for internet, Bluetooth and cellular data. Small phones are for people who use phones as phones and laptops for the other stuff as it should be. Even 12 mini will be enough.
Using the 12 mini, battery is kinda eh, but the form factor, and build quality is top notch.
A lot of people when I give my phone to them react like: "IT SO CUTEEEEE"
I own both iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 13 mini. I carry a small phone much more than my iPhone Pro. If Apple would release a mini sized phone as part of its SE4 release, I would buy one.
I just traded mine in a few months ago because the battery was atrocious and it'd quickly overheat. I had it less than three years and my battery health was on 79%. Switched to an iPhone 15 and the battery is a lot better and it doesn't overheat as much. I enjoy the larger screen now that I've found a better case than the last time which isn't so bulky.
still rocking one!
I've got my 13 mini back in 2022 and still the best phone ever to me after 5S/SE 1st gen.
I would have gotten it if I had not gotten the 12 the year prior. Wish they still made smaller phones. I love using my iPhone SE first gen every once in awhile when I step out
I have been using the iPhone XS and loving it since 2019.
I upgraded this year from an SE 1 after using it for seven years.
Bring back iPhone minis I would get one coming from a 15 pro max
The 13 mini would’ve sold better if the price wasn’t $700 and spend a little more for a regular size 13
I’m using 13 mini now and I would like to upgrade but iPhone 16 pro has gotten bigger to 15 pro and it’s just uncomfortable for me. Hate big phones
maybe apple should release a mini iPhone separately every couple of years like the iPhone SE
Exactly! I think the issue with 13 mini wasn't really the lack of market for small iPhone, the market is small but stable and they saturated it with iPhone 12 mini as a lot of people don't really see a reason for yearly upgrade. If they released small flagship iPhone every 2 or 3 years it would sell reasonably well.
I still have my 13 mini since launch. Currently at 83% battery life.
these youtubers think we update yearly lmao. I'm still on my 12 mini and it's still a smooth experience
This is my dream phone and I’m getting it in 2 months! 😊
I use the iPhone 13 mini for the last three years and I love how small this iPhone is and I love everything about it but…. On IOS 18 is getting so bad and the battery life is terrible and getting a little bit Laggy and I really don’t want to get rid off it 😫😞
I had it and would’ve still used it today if it wasn’t for the poor battery life 😢
this is like my dream phone despite the fact that we have 16 series now 😭
The silicone apple cases for the mini are also cheaper😄
I bought the iPhone 13 Mini a few days before the iPhone 15 released, and I'm still using it today as my main phone. The maximum capacity has dropped extremely quickly compared to my original iPhone XR, which had a capacity of 94% (had it from 2020 - 2023), my 13 Mini has a maximum capacity of 86% - I have to keep a magsafe portable charger on me at all times because it usually doesn't last me the entire day. Besides the charge however, it's the one of the best phones Apple has released, I really wished they made smaller phones because I don't need a tablet-sized phone in my pocket
bro i just bought iphone 13 mini a second hand though as an upgrade from my well serviced iphone 8 for 7 yrs, hehe 🎉🎉 i really love it
Still using 13 mini after 2,5 years
I didn’t even think about trading in my mini, and I didn’t even care how much money they were offering for it. In the end, I decided to give it to my daughter, and she absolutely loves it!
My first iPhone was 12 Mini, I love this phone so much, so comfortable and easy to use. I had to change my phone 6 months ago because of battery, got 15 pro and I miss the size of mini iPhone so much. My mom is using this phone now and sometimes I like to use it for a while to see how much I liked this device.
I purchased my 12 Mini as an open box item on eBay. Like new, 100% battery, 11 months of Apple Care… 350$. I still love it!
iPhone se 4_ 5.8 inch would be a bomb...type c, lightweight
I miss it even badly man, even 15 is too big for me …
I have a 13 pro max, that I love, but debating on getting a mini. Need another phone, that’s a lil more convenient.
I agree phones needed to be bigger but almost 7 inches and some androids touching 7 is nuts
I've been using my 13 mini for 3 years and absolutely love it.
Hi. The minis still get updates right? I was thinking of exchanging my XR and S+10 with a 13 mini
@@Chinaw-b4n Yes, through at least 2026, but likely longer.
@NateCrail I see, I was thinking of exchanging both my iphone XR and S10+ with it, do you think it would be worth it?
@@Chinaw-b4n Depends on how much you use your phone. The battery life isn't great, especially if you're a heavy phone user.
@NateCrail Well I can't say I'm a heavy user. Nowadays the only time I use my phone alot is during class when I go to college and maybe weekends, but most of the time I watch TH-cam on my TV so I guess I'm not that much of a heavy user
Apple discontinuing the mini iPhone along with other stuff I don’t need to get into has led me to hate Apple, I still like their products up until the iPhone 14 but i think the mini iPhone will be my last iPhone because I don’t wanna lug around an iPad
I hear ya. I would maybe hold out until the SE 4 to see if it’s worth checking out!
Upgraded from the XS to a mint condition Product Red 13 Mini in January this year. Really complements my iPad Mini. Just wish Apple made the latter in the same colour.
Thanks for the content.
I actually want one for my birthday, so hopefully there is still some around 😀
I got a 13 mini from amazon renewed last week. Pink 512gb in their advertised "excellent condition" for 370. No scratches at all, although there is a weird small smudge on the screen that is visible only when the screen is turned off. Battery was replaced and had the battery message, but after updating the phone to iOS18, the battery is now showing as "used" and has 86% health (Amazon renewed advertise as over 80% minimum).
Not bad for the prices, really. Could have waited to see how the SE4 will come out, but since it'll probably be a 6.1" screen and potentially have a higher started price (I'm guess $450 for a 128gb base model), might as well get the 13 mini.
I’ve been using the 13 mini for the last 2 months and it feel like using a 5s….so perfect. Finally I can have my coffee in my other hand 😅
350$ for 13 mini, 499$ for legion go... the Price in the us are so cheap... 13 mini still cost 800$ used in good condition where I live😂
In us u can get a used 15 pro for 800 😭
I run the 13 mini as my daily, though I'd still be running the OG SE if reception was better. The 13 mini is small, but the 5 was still the best size. A full screen iPhone SE 2016 would be a dream come true.
I had it and loved it! But it got very hot, though now I realize newer iPhone get extremely hot
I have my 13mini for 2 yrs now. And will keep using it until apple stop supporting it, a new mini comes out, or a new compelling iphone is released.
So far, it ain't the 16 series.
Apple said that there was low demand. I call BS on that and disagree. I think they got rid of it because, they didn't get the margins on that phone as much as they wanted.
from the people I've talked to, they were all elderly and older people that told me they loved this phone. including both of my grandparents from both my mom's and dad's side said they loved it.
one of my grandma's does wish Apple still made a small 4 inch phone with a home button. You can still get in until Apple discontinues it but once its gone, its gone.
As an iPad mini user I’ve just had to come to accept Apples mini versions of stuff like the iPhone or iPad just don’t sell anywhere near as well as the bigger ones, so they’ll always be an afterthought. At this point I’m just grateful they didn’t discontinue the iPad mini too even though the update was a joke.
Still goin strong
How did I catch you in 35 seconds..
Same 😭
What bugs did you experience in iOS 18 on the Mini? The chipset is still fairly modern. I think they even reused it in the iPhone 14, so I'd expect things to run smoothly and bug-free.
I’m using the iPhone SE 2016, might upgrade eventually to the SE3 as I want a brand new and not second hand
Got my iPhone 13 mini in June of 2022 and was excited for the iOS 16 release so was on the beta for a while. I went back to 15.7.1 before the signing window was over. Eventually MDC happened and then the Dopamine jailbreak and I’m honestly content. I have other phones on higher versions for apps that dropped iOS 15 support when I need it. Nothing beats carrying around the mini ❤
i just wish they would use a mini form factor for the SE. Make it like 450€ and it will sell like hotcakes
Best for one hand use
They need to just bring it back as a "budget" offering in the SE line or something
Agreed!
My first iPhone was 11, coming from a Galaxy S9, the screen was definitely a downgrade, not to mention the bezels were too thick and the phone was just too large. So I couldn't wait to switch to 12 mini when it came out. The screen was still behind Samsung's but at least its small footprint felt good in the hand.
I'm still amazed by how reliable iOS is after 3.5 yrs, even though it was noticeably getting slower. When convenience from a small phone gradually became annoyance from a small screen, I started to feel like I did not fit in anywhere when everybody else had a "regular" sized phone. The biggest issue, however, was that it was getting too hot when on a video call and the battery couldn't even last an hour. So I bought the new 16 as soon as it came out and I did not miss the smaller phone.
That being said, I did not trade it in but kept the 12 mini as a backup device to use when I travel to other countries where a physical sim card is needed. But it sure would've been nice to have the 13 mini as the backup instead.
I went from a galaxy a 11 to a iphone 6s to revvl v to iphone se 2 and iphone 14
I rly thought it was a mini when I got my 2021 iP 13 from my dad’s 2017 iP 8 plus.
I still use my iphone 13 mini as my daily driver i was upset that they discountinued
I wanna a mini with Dynamic Island…why apple why stop it 😢
I still use a iPhone Mini 12 every day, had it for 3 years still on original battery at 78% battery health.
I’m also using the 13mini model. It‘s in midnight color. Where can I buy the case that appeared in the video? 😊😊
Awesome! I got this case from a store called Ross!
@@iClassic Thank you! I‘ll look for it too!
I still have an iPhone 13 as my daily driver and it’s still pretty good with iOS 18
Have my 12 mini and don't plan to leave it soon.
Love it and will keep using it and buying it until the end
I got an original iPhone 7/8 Silicone Case from 2017 at m local Ross back in January for $5. It was back when Apple still had clear plastic front packaging. It says on the back "Compatible with iPhone 7 and iPhone 8" on it. They had two but sadly I only had enough for one. My local Target still has the FineWoven MagSafe wallets for $60.
I really don't get how the mini phones are unpopular. So many of my friends are rocking the 12 mini!
The Mini Phones weren’t popular because the battery life was awful, too small and it overheats.
I literally just bought a iPhone 13 mini used today
I feel like Apple will bring this design and size back with the next generation iPhone SE but with a single camera lense
12 pro max in ios 18.2 beta and its still going strong
Really loved this iPhone
I miss the iPhone 13 family, especially the 13 mini
I still daily drive it as my main phone and will probably be the case for years to come until it dies or they bring compact size back because phones are not phones anymore, they are mini or sometimes full tablets !
✨The perfect size ✨ (Never had one, but I would like to)
12 Mini since launch.
What’s your battery health? Have you had to replace the battery yet?
@ yes. Sent it in for that December 2023.
So hard to find actual reviews of products. In the case of Iphones it seems to be the so called "Fanboy" phenomenon. Useful info: Reception in various area types Rural / Urban 4g/5g etc... clarity of speakers. hands-free integration with car systems, Issues, speed usability, ergonomics, accessories, etc... Comparison to other phones from other companies including Apple.
Marketing thought:I think that people who prefer small form factor phones hold on to their phones for longer. They value longevity, convenience, non-intrusiveness and utility. Trading in for a new phone is not just a cost in terms of $$, it is an inconvenience that they would rather do less often. Apple would do better to release these Mini-phones less often, have longer life cycles with them as that is what the psychology of the customer of these phones prefer.
I was just about to buy a mini in product red last year and apple dropped it from their website. I am not worried about getting a larger phone as I had a iPad mini 4. I would have kept it for years. Bought the standard size 13 and just upgraded to the mini 7 which will have the Apple Intelligence.
And I’m watching this video on my iPhone 13 Mini (512GB). 😂
i still use mine as a second phone, when i upgrade from my 15 pro, the 15 pro won’t be my 2nd/backup phone, it will still be my 13 mini
Ahhh yes the phone everyone loved, misses, and longs for but no one bought 😂
iphone 13 mini is still my daily driver since January 2023. battery health is at 89%. Won’t be upgrading unless it dies on me! I just love this phone so much.❤
Why does the iPhone 13 mini midnight have a visible 5G antenna but my blue replacement one doesn't??
sony i think also stop producing compact phone like xperia compact.
Wishing new iphone se will be of this size
which ios version for best battery life and cooling system? I don't play game
I had the 13 pro max after a while I just found it cumbersome the weight the size just started finding it annoying now I have the regular 16 non pro model like how light it is don’t notice the refresh rate and all that