Phones are definitely getting too big. What I love about the mini is it feels like... a PHONE. A tool that you use. Not a machine trying to take over your life.
Same! The 12 mini is my first iPhone since the 5s. It's like a spiritual successor. Love it. A bit mad they software locked the proraw photos to the 12 Pro series, but otherwise happy.
Yeah, I think people who haven’t tried a small phone in a while significantly under appreciate how great it is to have a light phone. Great job, as always.
i remember exactly how i felt when switching to larger phone after using small one. it really sucks, like whats the point of this big ass screen lol its just not practical. but now im used to it and kinda always want to go back with smaller phone
I LOVE the 5s, it's the only one I kept even tho I got newer iPhones I couldnt let go of it and keep it as a back up. Beautiful and lightweight and still luxurious looking in 2022.
I love my iPhone 12 Mini! I’ve been missing the smaller size iPhones and waited and waited to upgrade, glad I did! I have a Pelican Shield case on mine which makes it quite bulky, but even so it’s still much more pocket friendly than bigger iPhones with similar cases.
@@rossydv yep, still love it. Sad to hear Apple is discontinuing the Minis for the 14 series, but I guess from a business standpoint it makes sense since they weren’t big sellers.
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 start my day around 5-6am, so keep that in mind when I mention the usual charge times for heavy users **
I really like about the fact that mark talked about how long the battery will stuck if someone is not using the mini for video gaming and video taking (usual healy duty tasks). We need more reviews like this who focuses on how a phone will feel to those useres who does not phone for heavy duty tasks. Cheers..!!!!!
I still have my iPhone 3. I use it as an iPod. Had the 6s+, 7+ and still have an XR. The mini is now my main phone. Love the size, the screen and its just as fast as the rest of the 12 series. I hope they keep making the mini.
@@jennieslair3586 I find it the perfect size. Easy to use with one hand, fits in my shirt pocket and nice and light. After using big phones I love ii. I'm not a heavy user so I get a whole day out of the battery.
I currently have the 2nd generation SE iPhone. The phone fits me well( I'm 5’2 with normal size hands for my height). But previously, I had the XR, and it was a major adjustment. But, I hope Apple keeps up with the mini-series with future phones, I think I like the smaller design better.
Great video (as always)! As a customization nerd I'm not a huge fan of iOS but if I did have to buy an iPhone, it would definitely be the 12 Mini to avoid the finger-gymnastics. Used a friend's 12 Pro Max for about one minute and realised exactly why the smaller ones exist. Battery life is not a huge issue, but (in India, where I live) price is. Due to currency discrepancies (context: the average Indian monthly income as per data is just shy of $450), 700 dollars is, although not cheap, good value for a prospective buyer. Sadly coz of taxes and all, the Mini retails for a (converted) $930 which is harder to justify when compared to similarly priced Androids - to say nothing of the $1900 Pro Max.
@@pedromonteiro2644 had the same problem. I have decide for the 12 Mini. Both good but the 12 Mini is just beautifull. And it stronger i think. In my oppinion its not about the real nubers. a camera is just as good as the potographier, u don't really see that a phone is faster. So it's about feeling. And i felt more special with 12 mini
@@pedromonteiro2644 I would go with the 12 mini since its more smaller, and felt more premium. The problem with the mini for me comparing to all phones is the mere 5 hour battery life, that's it though. The pixel 5 has few more problems but both are phones with things more than needed.
I love the iPhone 12 mini, i dont have one yet but i am sure i want to get one! It isn’t the most expencive phone and its tiny that’s why i love the mini
Went from the iPhone 11 Pro to the mini and it’s absolutely my fav ever. I upgrade yearly or every other depends but hope this is an updated phone for years to come and they don’t discontinue it. I have waited for this since the gen 1 SE.
@@ararix3722 what’s to understand a new phone comes out and you trade in your old one for the new features and at times design. When you are part of the upgrade program it’s just a yearly thing.
I agree with everything said. It’s a breath of fresh air and a joy to own. The only grip is that I owned the 12 pro max and when I played games I could kill it in about 7 hours.
I absolutely love my 12 mini, I’ve been an iPhone user for a decade and it’s the best phone I’ve ever had. I really hope Apple keep the size. So amazing to have a phone thats size isn’t an inconvenience!
the iPhone 12 mini is seriously my dream phone. I hope to one day to get it. Great review! Your style really makes it easy to listen along! Great content and keep the great content 🔥🔥🔥Subscribed!
i actually planned to get the 12 pro but the 12 mini is much more of a fun, lightweight and small device so i got the 12 mini. And the battery is not a problem for me, i dont know why y'all tech reviewers are making such a big deal about the battery
it will be a shame if they discontinue the mini i switched to the mini form the xr and this little phone is bad ass couldnt be happier hope it lives on 👍🏻
Yes I also bought iPhone 12 mini it’s superb I hope they don’t discontinue plz can any body mail to apple to don’t discontinue it I send mine plz you also
I only use my 12 mini for homework, school projects and doing researches. Moreover, I only have 26 to 31% of battery to use because I have a habit of keeping the percentage between 45 and 76% (85% at max if I forget to unplug it on time). Therefore, I can’t use it heavily anyways. As a result, this phone fits my usage perfectly.
I've owned 4 iPhones in my life: The first one (2007), the iPhone 4s (2012), the iPhone SE (1st one, 2017) and now this 12 mini (2021). Not because I'm saving money but because I did not want a BIG phone. Small form factor is the best! 4 phones over 14 years. How's that for value for money? Never had one break or needing repairs. The 4s got a bit sluggish in the end but was still prefectly usable. To be fair, the SE is still working fine but I just wanted the higher resolution screen and better cameras. Let's see how many years I can squeeze out of the 12mini. Loving it so far.
I cannot lol... I bought the 12mini after having the 11 pro last year , I sold my 11 pro away cos just feeling awkward after holding a bigger phones ... just feel so great holding on one hand and navigating.. and ... less clumsy of dropping my phone accidentally like the 6inch
I had the 5s and I thought that was the best phone I’ve ever owned. I’ve been to the 6, then 8, then the XS, then the XS Max. Skipped the 11, as soon as the 12 mini came out, I preordered it. Best phone I’ve ever owned.
i just got my 12 mini, and im SO HAPPY WITH IT, this is the nicest flagship any company has made in years... i have a few questions for you and your experience though, mainly to do with heat and thermals.... my phone seems to get warm easily, obviously with the 20w charger its going to be significant while charging. But during video calls, long sessions of texting or organization have warmed up the back more than im used too or would expect this is ofc in the eyes of someone coming from an iphone 6 which isnt very powerful and didnt get very warm at all... is it normal for these new phones to get warm? PS: its never so hot that i cant hold the phone, its just quite hot
@@bradlubner8243 I’d probably say, it’s due to the small size if u are facing issues during gpu intensive gaming . Just get it checked to be safe... also I wonder if the display on your device is a warmer shade than most other devices ?
It's a shame because the form factor is awesome, can't say i'm shocked though because they released it after the 12/Pro and the color selection isn't particularly great either.
I have 12 mini , it is great. Only thing I have noticed the display is different compared to Iphone XS and iPhone 12 pro.... but only noticed when next to them... besides that, I love it
Just bought one. wanted an iPhone 12 so badly but didn’t want to have a phone I couldn’t fit in my pocket - got a blue one and it’s one of the best iPhones I’ve ever used
You can check out the trading option, you trade your old phone in and you get a credit depending on the condition of the phone. I do this whenever I get a new phone every 2-3 years or so and I usually get more than $200 credit
I FINALLY gave up my iPhone 5 SE for this 12 mini... Never liked the bigger phones. Just switched to the 12 today and was a bit sad to "retire" my iPhone 5... end of an era...
The 12 mini, a single car key and a two card holder in your front pockets will change your entire outlook on life. I also kinda dig that I have the only mini I’ve seen outside of stores’ display..
Just got mine yesterday after having an iPhone 5 for 2 years. I LOVE LOVEEEE the size and the battery life is so much better compared to my last iPhone.
Totally agree about the price point. $6-650 makes so much more sense. Especially now that they're not even including the standard charger. Kind of feels like a rip off in some ways.
Just traded in my 11 pro max for the 12 mini and holy crap it’s so easy to use. I always had to juggle the max around to try and use with 1 hand. It’s also annoying to carry in my pocket as it’s huge.
when i went from my 7plus to a 10, it felt weird af first lol now i’m 11 going to 12 mini so i feel like it won’t feel too different now and i had loved that 10 size‼️❤️
I had pre-ordered the 12 Pro through my Carrier but after a month of no updates i walked into the Apple store and just grabbed the 12 Mini, coming from a XS which pooped the bed i love the size/shape, only wish they had a Pro model with the telephoto camera.
@@VegaMyster I had this exact same conversation with a work colleague. He owns a mini and I have an SE (2020). First off the mini is an absolute awesome phone. The features you get cramped into that form factor is just insane. He said the same thing as you about the telephoto lens. He even is prepared to give up 5G to replace it. I can see his point. I personally couldn’t care less about 5G on my SE, so I really do see his point. I bet my bottom dollar that if the mini dropped 5G and had an lcd display with 326 ppi. And was sold for $549....... people would have flocked to it just like they did for the SE (2020).
The problem with 12 mini sales is not the phone itself it's the fact they priced it too high. Drop it by $100 or even $50 and that will make a big difference. Also the fact that the small (and very inexpensive) iPhone SE 2020 came out earlier the same year really hurt mini sales.
Same here :) I can get a new Mac Mini M1 for the price of Apple's cheapest phone and that annoys me since I will be needing both a new phone and a new computer within the next year. Some apps are getting mandatory to carry around and feature phones with KaiOS aren't there yet. I'm a long time Apple user and it's hard to break the bond. I do consider Gnu/Linux a lot on Pi's and phones.
great 😊 my dream come true I REALLY was waiting for you’re review after using SE IPJONE FOR THE LONGEST OF 4 years. Ür way of explaining the use,it’s just listing to my daily life!! Simple and SMALL !!!
You love it because you have access to like 15 flagships. Most of us have to save and save and we get one shot to make the right one. Unless you sit inside all day by a charger.. the 12 mini can’t be used carefree. I stuck with the 11. Great screen and great battery.. why spend more money? Rather then upgrade to a 12 I got an iPad Pro 2021 and loooove it.
Hi by “playing games will decrease battery” does it mean like the overall battery capacity in long run or just battery duration without charging (like 40-30%) pls help
Just like to add with regard to the mask/Face ID dilemma.. if you happen to have an apple watch you can have the watch unlock the phone when Face ID fails due to wearing a mask. I recently upgraded from an iPhone 7 to the 12 mini and I am in love with it!
I got the SE 2020 for $250, some deals you can even get it for $199. The mini is way to expensive when you can buy 3 SE 2020's for the price of 1 mini. If it was in the $500 range I might of considered it, if it had touch ID.
I have a note 9 and this and i keep on reaching for the 12mini more and more now 😂 coz of its size its sooo comfy to hold! 😱 i think this is a realization i didn't know i needed
I’m still using the older SE, Size + decent speed + aux for my car ( as my Bluetooth is call only) I hate the newer phone sizes. And lack of options. The old SE still serves me well.
I have the same experience, I have always chosen the largest screen display available on all my phones, Note 9, One Plus 7 pro t, iphone 11 max, Surface Duo and yet for some reason this iphone mini is my favorite. I admit I can't use it as my primary device because of the small battery but as a little incognito secondary device always hidden away in one of my pockets it is priceless. Many reliable sources are saying even though it only accounts for 5% of the new iphone 12 lineup sales that Apple is going to keep it in the 13 series and I hope they do but if not I will pick up another one while they are still available to stash for sure. If Samsung develops a mini like this in their S series that would be awesome and definitely a must have.
Was thinking between the Note 20 regular and this 12 Mini. I just can't. The 12 Mini is smaller than my current S7, and I love it that way. The Note 20 have a stylus, and I do use it quite alot (my previous phone's a Note 3 way before my A30s which is a pain). I guess I'm turning in to iOS just because of the 12 Mini Edit: Will get the Mini in a few months
Thanks for the video, my V-day gift is the iPhone 12 mini from my Husband. I had the iPhone SE (1st one), I love small phones. My compromise was going a bit bigger and heavier since all the other phones were way to big for my taste. I hope apple will always keep a smaller option for its petite fans🤞🏻.
Brother, these Apple phones cost a ton in Indian market. I just want to ask are they really worth paying 90-150k INR for just a phone. When you can get a Oneplus/Pro for 40-55k. Great video as always though.
It’s not worth it spending tens of thousands of rupees more for the same phone which is available for cheaper in the US. On the flip side Apple is assembling the older iPhone 11 in India and prices have gone down to ₹50k. iPhone 11 has a better performance and camera than OnePlus and being an iPhone it will receive software support for much longer. I think it’s worth buying iPhone 11 in India in 2021. As for the the iPhone 12, Apple will start assembling it in India mid-2021 which is early than last year but you probably won’t see major price cuts until iPhone 13 launch/ Diwali sale. And even then iPhone 12 may not come down to ₹50k as it has a higher launch price than iPhone 11.
No definitely not worth it. If you don’t absolutely need iOS and Apple ecosystem just stick with android. But if you need iPhone then what you can do is, you can buy 1 year old model ( like iPhone 11 after 12 has launched) in Amazon or flip kart sale with card discounts. That is the best value iPhone you can get in India. I’m still using iPhone 7 which is 4 year old phone and it still feels fast and snappy. So even if you spend a little more than android, they will comfortably last 1-2 years more than androids. By little more I mean around 10-15k, more than that, again not worth it.
should I upgrade to this from a pixel 3 XL> I want to get this instead of 13 mini, because it is much cheaper. If this phones battery can outlast my heavily used pixel, I will be happy to purchase. I usually browse social media and listen to music.
Got mine yesterday and i am just at home today. Charge the phone the whole night and used it for browsing and messaging. By 1pm the battery is at 15% left 😂😂😂 loving the size though
Dang :/ gonna order one to try it, but if mini could do a whole day easily and also had fingerprint, would be absolutely perfect. Tho what it is might be enough for me to keep it
There isn't much reason to get the mini with the SE 2020 being half the price imo. It comes with touch ID which is better than face ID in this mask world we live in. It also is very fast, great build quality, wireless charging, good camera, and you can get it at a great price.
I think 12 mini has way better camera though and it will have longer battery comparing to the SE in time as its newer than SE and we all know that as they keep making new phones, the older ones getting slower and there is an issue with the battery, like for example my iphone 7 dies within 2-3 hours after charging
I’m getting 5 half hours almost 6 on this phone granted i turn off auto brightness and reduce white point and turn off unnecessary privacy settings I’ve actually gotten almost 7 hours
Feels like... A phone. I can actually keep it in my pocket when sitting down without getting uncomfortable.
On the flip side there are people like me out there. I'm 6'4" and have sasquatch hands. I love the 12 pro max and it feels normal to me. XD
Exactly i like android and a simple user and the only phone available for me is the s10e which is out if stock everywhere and the pixel 4a.
@@LaughingBearGames thats why we need a several versions of a phone like 12mini, 12 and 12max
@@LaughingBearGames facts the mini feels like an iPod to me
@@LaughingBearGames having big hands is great and all till you gotta buy a new phone and it’s 100+ more for the larger size lol
No regrets for my 12 Mini 128GB Blue. It's my second iPhone after the iPhone 7.
why r we exactly same :D im loving it
SAME bro
It’s my second IPhone after IPhone 5, I have 64Gb which is enough for me
Saaame
PURPLE.
Welcome to another episode of “I love watching things I cannot afford”
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12 mini is affordable......
Wow try working
@@josedelafuente9292 ummm srry I’m to broke
Phones are definitely getting too big. What I love about the mini is it feels like... a PHONE. A tool that you use. Not a machine trying to take over your life.
Corporations want to convert them into lenses and put ‘em your face 😂
Exactly, lol ✨ . It’s literally enough for 1 person .
Lmao what
really hope they don't discontinue the mini
Me too!
Same! The 12 mini is my first iPhone since the 5s. It's like a spiritual successor. Love it.
A bit mad they software locked the proraw photos to the 12 Pro series, but otherwise happy.
I doubt it. I have a few friends with it that preferred the smaller size. Hope the sales make it worth a second generation...
They won’t!! An iPhone 13 mini is planned for next year
Yes the 12mini I been using 11 for some time
Got the 12 mini two weeks ago after previously having the Sony Xperia 10, that phone now feels huge!
Literally couldn’t be happier with the mini!
I just bought an iPhone 12 mini, I love texting with one hand again 😄👍🏾
How is reception any drop out bad reception
i just ordered one! i love one handed typing
How is the battery?
What's battery time ?
@@giuseppeprattichizzo1862 iphone 12 mini has 15 hours of battery time ( that’s what it says on the apple website)
Yeah, I think people who haven’t tried a small phone in a while significantly under appreciate how great it is to have a light phone. Great job, as always.
Yeah I use a Pixel 3 as a secondary device just to have something tiny and light. It does have a lot of advantages.
i remember exactly how i felt when switching to larger phone after using small one. it really sucks, like whats the point of this big ass screen lol its just not practical. but now im used to it and kinda always want to go back with smaller phone
my last phone was a 5s, this one basically feels like a slightly bigger version while still fitting perfectly in my hand
I LOVE the 5s, it's the only one I kept even tho I got newer iPhones I couldnt let go of it and keep it as a back up. Beautiful and lightweight and still luxurious looking in 2022.
I love my iPhone 12 Mini! I’ve been missing the smaller size iPhones and waited and waited to upgrade, glad I did! I have a Pelican Shield case on mine which makes it quite bulky, but even so it’s still much more pocket friendly than bigger iPhones with similar cases.
Me to I am watching this on iPhone 12 mini I am 11 years and I am playing several games like PUBG
I just got a 12 mini. Do you still love yours?
@@rossydv yep, still love it. Sad to hear Apple is discontinuing the Minis for the 14 series, but I guess from a business standpoint it makes sense since they weren’t big sellers.
@@4G63Tx what memory size did you get? Big enough? Has the battery degraded? Finally, do you get an odd horizontal line when scrolling in chrome?
The phones are getting bigger and bigger.
Maybe the human hands will evolve and will look like alien hands😅
So you're saying that aliens images on Hollywood movies are a smartphone addicticed adult? LoL
I am single too
lol
@@Dontrolling eye balls will probably get shorter to see things up close better. But that’s about it.
I was literally just thinking about this a couple of hours ago! 😂😂😂
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 start my day around 5-6am, so keep that in mind when I mention the usual charge times for heavy users **
I really like about the fact that mark talked about how long the battery will stuck if someone is not using the mini for video gaming and video taking (usual healy duty tasks). We need more reviews like this who focuses on how a phone will feel to those useres who does not phone for heavy duty tasks. Cheers..!!!!!
I upgraded to this from the iPhone 8. Couldn’t be happier.
would you say it’s a similar size to the 8?
@@mclovin7407 it’s thinner, but basically the same size as the 8.
@@AesirUnlimited ok thanks i’m thinking of upgrading to it from the 7
Same here
I'm considering making the same move. How does the battery life compare?
bought it yesterday, it'll be here in a few hours and I can't wait!!! my first iphone
I just bought the mini after saving for years! So excited!
years? which country you live mate? XD
he/she probably implying to allowance money
I still have my iPhone 3. I use it as an iPod. Had the 6s+, 7+ and still have an XR. The mini is now my main phone. Love the size, the screen and its just as fast as the rest of the 12 series. I hope they keep making the mini.
Is it too small though? And what’s the battery life like? Thank you.
@@jennieslair3586 I find it the perfect size. Easy to use with one hand, fits in my shirt pocket and nice and light. After using big phones I love ii. I'm not a heavy user so I get a whole day out of the battery.
I currently have the 2nd generation SE iPhone. The phone fits me well( I'm 5’2 with normal size hands for my height). But previously, I had the XR, and it was a major adjustment. But, I hope Apple keeps up with the mini-series with future phones, I think I like the smaller design better.
I am also 5’ 2” and I hate using big phones. It’s very inconvenient and unattractive. I think will be the best phone for me
I loved my 1st generation iphone SE. used it for 4 years.
Great video (as always)! As a customization nerd I'm not a huge fan of iOS but if I did have to buy an iPhone, it would definitely be the 12 Mini to avoid the finger-gymnastics. Used a friend's 12 Pro Max for about one minute and realised exactly why the smaller ones exist. Battery life is not a huge issue, but (in India, where I live) price is. Due to currency discrepancies (context: the average Indian monthly income as per data is just shy of $450), 700 dollars is, although not cheap, good value for a prospective buyer. Sadly coz of taxes and all, the Mini retails for a (converted) $930 which is harder to justify when compared to similarly priced Androids - to say nothing of the $1900 Pro Max.
Thanks! Yeah, I do wish it were priced lower. It would definitely sell a lot more.
Went from being a dedicated android user to this being my first iPhone. The mini is a joy to use.
Is battery life okay for you?
@@cinialvespow1054 it lasts me all day. I would consider myself a moderate user. Average 6.5 / 7 hours screen on time.
How is it compared to Android? Can´t decide between this and the Pixel 5
@@pedromonteiro2644 had the same problem. I have decide for the 12 Mini. Both good but the 12 Mini is just beautifull. And it stronger i think. In my oppinion its not about the real nubers. a camera is just as good as the potographier, u don't really see that a phone is faster. So it's about feeling. And i felt more special with 12 mini
@@pedromonteiro2644 I would go with the 12 mini since its more smaller, and felt more premium. The problem with the mini for me comparing to all phones is the mere 5 hour battery life, that's it though. The pixel 5 has few more problems but both are phones with things more than needed.
I love the iPhone 12 mini, i dont have one yet but i am sure i want to get one! It isn’t the most expencive phone and its tiny that’s why i love the mini
Went from the iPhone 11 Pro to the mini and it’s absolutely my fav ever. I upgrade yearly or every other depends but hope this is an updated phone for years to come and they don’t discontinue it. I have waited for this since the gen 1 SE.
So why do you upgrade yearly? I've never understood people like you help me understand you pls
@@ararix3722 what’s to understand a new phone comes out and you trade in your old one for the new features and at times design. When you are part of the upgrade program it’s just a yearly thing.
@@JWOY-h5h so how much money do you actually pay if you take away the money you get from selling your last generation iPhone?
@@ararix3722 nothing I am in the apple upgrade program you just send it back and get the latest model.
@@JWOY-h5hhow do you get the apple upgrade program? I'd it only a UK/US thing and how much does it cost?
The last iPhone and my first iPhone was the iPhone 4 in white back when that was a new colour. iPhone 12 Mini in white. Think I found my successor
I agree with everything said. It’s a breath of fresh air and a joy to own. The only grip is that I owned the 12 pro max and when I played games I could kill it in about 7 hours.
Such an awesome overview, great job!!
It’s a very little detail, but I really like that they’ve made the side buttons nice, slim and sleek.
I absolutely love my 12 mini, I’ve been an iPhone user for a decade and it’s the best phone I’ve ever had. I really hope Apple keep the size. So amazing to have a phone thats size isn’t an inconvenience!
completely agree and watched on my 12 mini 😂🤌
What’s your battery health?? ..for me it has gone to 99 percent in just 45 days..
@@saurabhlamba8629 99 percent , 8 days short of 3 months.
Me to I am also watching on iPhone 12 mini
@@ashachaudhary4400 how is your battery health going ..for me it has gone down to 98% in 3 months of use ???
it’s already been 2 months. wow.
Ikr. Time flies
I can't believe 2 months passed by in only about 8 weeks, crazy.
the iPhone 12 mini is seriously my dream phone. I hope to one day to get it. Great review! Your style really makes it easy to listen along! Great content and keep the great content 🔥🔥🔥Subscribed!
I hope you get the phone
I get iPhone 12 mini that’s best phone ever mannnn
i actually planned to get the 12 pro but the 12 mini is much more of a fun, lightweight and small device so i got the 12 mini. And the battery is not a problem for me, i dont know why y'all tech reviewers are making such a big deal about the battery
planning to get myself the pro but decided to get the mini + airpods pro
it will be a shame if they discontinue the mini i switched to the mini form the xr and this little phone is bad ass couldnt be happier hope it lives on 👍🏻
Yes I also bought iPhone 12 mini it’s superb I hope they don’t discontinue plz can any body mail to apple to don’t discontinue it I send mine plz you also
I only use my 12 mini for homework, school projects and doing researches. Moreover, I only have 26 to 31% of battery to use because I have a habit of keeping the percentage between 45 and 76% (85% at max if I forget to unplug it on time). Therefore, I can’t use it heavily anyways. As a result, this phone fits my usage perfectly.
I've owned 4 iPhones in my life: The first one (2007), the iPhone 4s (2012), the iPhone SE (1st one, 2017) and now this 12 mini (2021). Not because I'm saving money but because I did not want a BIG phone. Small form factor is the best!
4 phones over 14 years. How's that for value for money? Never had one break or needing repairs.
The 4s got a bit sluggish in the end but was still prefectly usable.
To be fair, the SE is still working fine but I just wanted the higher resolution screen and better cameras.
Let's see how many years I can squeeze out of the 12mini. Loving it so far.
What’s the battery life from Mini to SE?
My SE is starting to drop its battery life, just wondering if the Mini has better battery life?
@@PhilbyFavourites Yess , It last all day but do drop slowly .
Recently switched to iPhone 12 mini from iPhone 6s & i'm loving it so far! Thank you for this honest review.
I cannot lol... I bought the 12mini after having the 11 pro last year , I sold my 11 pro away cos just feeling awkward after holding a bigger phones ... just feel so great holding on one hand and navigating.. and ... less clumsy of dropping my phone accidentally like the 6inch
If they made the mini with the triple lenses it would be the ultimate phone imo.
The quality of your content has been getting better overtime, I like your energy. Keep it up!
Thank you!
I had the 5s and I thought that was the best phone I’ve ever owned. I’ve been to the 6, then 8, then the XS, then the XS Max. Skipped the 11, as soon as the 12 mini came out, I preordered it. Best phone I’ve ever owned.
The 5s was my absolute favorite! I had the gold one
i just got my 12 mini, and im SO HAPPY WITH IT, this is the nicest flagship any company has made in years... i have a few questions for you and your experience though, mainly to do with heat and thermals.... my phone seems to get warm easily, obviously with the 20w charger its going to be significant while charging. But during video calls, long sessions of texting or organization have warmed up the back more than im used too or would expect
this is ofc in the eyes of someone coming from an iphone 6 which isnt very powerful and didnt get very warm at all... is it normal for these new phones to get warm?
PS: its never so hot that i cant hold the phone, its just quite hot
Even mine does the same, especially when using navigation and playing games like asphalt 9... I was wondering if it was a fault with my device.
@@ebenezer1635 So do you think this is just normal thermals? and its just due to the small form factor and high end hardware...?
@@bradlubner8243 I’d probably say, it’s due to the small size if u are facing issues during gpu intensive gaming . Just get it checked to be safe... also I wonder if the display on your device is a warmer shade than most other devices ?
@@ebenezer1635 what do you mean? like colourway?
@@bradlubner8243 my display looks more warm. Kind of like yellowish white . I found a quick fix to this by turning on color filters in the settings.
"The new squared off design", mate they're reinventing the old 5s design quite literally
The price... the only thing that is against this phone. most likely there will not be a mini phone next year as it isn't selling well.
Yeah, I hope you're wrong about that. I really hope they continue making the mini.
It's a shame because the form factor is awesome, can't say i'm shocked though because they released it after the 12/Pro and the color selection isn't particularly great either.
They will definitely give it a year or two, but after that I don’t know, they might keep the form factor for a 4th gen SE way down the line...
729USD? In my country this phone costs over 1000USD(64Gb)...
Agreed. I’ve been saying for a while if apple brings a small iPhone with the same specs, that’s the phone I’m getting. Love my iPhone mini
I’m watching this on the 12 mini and it feels and looks great
Love the set up, very aesthetically pleasing.
I have 12 mini , it is great. Only thing I have noticed the display is different compared to Iphone XS and iPhone 12 pro.... but only noticed when next to them... besides that, I love it
im planning on getting this phone soon! i have a 6s right now so it's a big upgrade for me 🤣
Just bought one. wanted an iPhone 12 so badly but didn’t want to have a phone I couldn’t fit in my pocket - got a blue one and it’s one of the best iPhones I’ve ever used
I really want it but just can’t justify dropping that amount of money when my iPhone X is still working great as ever
You can check out the trading option, you trade your old phone in and you get a credit depending on the condition of the phone. I do this whenever I get a new phone every 2-3 years or so and I usually get more than $200 credit
I FINALLY gave up my iPhone 5 SE for this 12 mini... Never liked the bigger phones. Just switched to the 12 today and was a bit sad to "retire" my iPhone 5... end of an era...
The 12 mini, a single car key and a two card holder in your front pockets will change your entire outlook on life. I also kinda dig that I have the only mini I’ve seen outside of stores’ display..
Just got mine yesterday after having an iPhone 5 for 2 years. I LOVE LOVEEEE the size and the battery life is so much better compared to my last iPhone.
I love the 12 mini due to my small hands. Hope they dont discontinue the mini series.
After 13 I think they will
I just got a mini and I’m watching all the reviews
Same
Buying it this week, super excited. Upgrading from 8
Totally agree about the price point. $6-650 makes so much more sense. Especially now that they're not even including the standard charger. Kind of feels like a rip off in some ways.
I agree with everything, minus your SOT. It's not just 4.5h but 6-7 if you switch of 5G (LTE is more than good enough) and dont game. I love my Mini!
Just traded in my 11 pro max for the 12 mini and holy crap it’s so easy to use. I always had to juggle the max around to try and use with 1 hand. It’s also annoying to carry in my pocket as it’s huge.
I'm still using iphone se 1st Gen and no problem till now🙃
when i went from my 7plus to a 10, it felt weird af first lol now i’m 11 going to 12 mini so i feel like it won’t feel too different now and i had loved that 10 size‼️❤️
That sure looks a lot like my all time favorite phone: the 4s.
Might actually switch back to iOS again for this one.
Worth it. Get one in your hand, it definitely feels like a welcome back to the 4s and 5.
Just got mine today and it's so amazing!!!💃💃
Does it have the zoomed setting option for the screen like iPhone 7 and 8 have?
Just got the iPhone 12 mini today! Love it so much.
Nothing will ever feel more comfortable than the iPhone 5/5s/SE 1st gen🥰
Get a 12 mini in your hands, it's very very close!
I am going to get the mini today. I just wanted to see if I was getting my moneys worth, and it sounds to me like I am.
hi!! what’s the selfie camera quality like if you don’t mind me asking?:)
1:05 I don't think in graph 3.5(mentioneby arrow) is supposed to be between 2 and 3
So tempted to upgrade to it from an iPhone X. Went to the store to check out 12 and 12 Pro and to my surprise fell in love with the Mini
I had pre-ordered the 12 Pro through my Carrier but after a month of no updates i walked into the Apple store and just grabbed the 12 Mini, coming from a XS which pooped the bed i love the size/shape, only wish they had a Pro model with the telephoto camera.
@@VegaMyster I had this exact same conversation with a work colleague. He owns a mini and I have an SE (2020). First off the mini is an absolute awesome phone. The features you get cramped into that form factor is just insane. He said the same thing as you about the telephoto lens. He even is prepared to give up 5G to replace it. I can see his point. I personally couldn’t care less about 5G on my SE, so I really do see his point. I bet my bottom dollar that if the mini dropped 5G and had an lcd display with 326 ppi. And was sold for $549....... people would have flocked to it just like they did for the SE (2020).
The problem with 12 mini sales is not the phone itself it's the fact they priced it too high. Drop it by $100 or even $50 and that will make a big difference. Also the fact that the small (and very inexpensive) iPhone SE 2020 came out earlier the same year really hurt mini sales.
Finally upgraded from iPhone SE 1st generation to 12 mini= Best purchase 👍🏾
I’m honestly just waiting until they drop the price on the Mini when they announce the new iPhone later this year 😂
Same, this phone is overpriced! But it's still the best small phone and i am loving it :)
Same here :) I can get a new Mac Mini M1 for the price of Apple's cheapest phone and that annoys me since I will be needing both a new phone and a new computer within the next year. Some apps are getting mandatory to carry around and feature phones with KaiOS aren't there yet. I'm a long time Apple user and it's hard to break the bond. I do consider Gnu/Linux a lot on Pi's and phones.
Yess same lmao
Same with here bro 😁, I'm planning to buy it on Decemeber😂.
@@charleswade137 Same here! But I'm planning it on boxing day because of the huge price drops.
1:06 that's what she said
great 😊 my dream come true I REALLY was waiting for you’re review after using SE IPJONE FOR THE LONGEST OF 4 years. Ür way of explaining the use,it’s just listing to my daily life!! Simple and SMALL !!!
7:00 minutes - can someone tell me the name of the widget used?
You love it because you have access to like 15 flagships. Most of us have to save and save and we get one shot to make the right one. Unless you sit inside all day by a charger.. the 12 mini can’t be used carefree. I stuck with the 11. Great screen and great battery.. why spend more money? Rather then upgrade to a 12 I got an iPad Pro 2021 and loooove it.
The battery lasts 5+ hours at a minimum. Probably need to get a job if you’re using it longer than that
Hi by “playing games will decrease battery” does it mean like the overall battery capacity in long run or just battery duration without charging (like 40-30%) pls help
Just battery duration without charging.
@@MarkSpurrell thx a lot
Please make a lava lamp review
My guy :D
I'll bet he's be in lava with it
Lmao these guys not gonna stop
Just like to add with regard to the mask/Face ID dilemma.. if you happen to have an apple watch you can have the watch unlock the phone when Face ID fails due to wearing a mask. I recently upgraded from an iPhone 7 to the 12 mini and I am in love with it!
I have the iPhone 6s and I definitely plan on upgrading to the 12 mini soon because I’m not into big phones
Right!! I think the price should’ve been 629 instead of 729. I think that’s why it’s not a huge hit with Apple users.
I got the SE 2020 for $250, some deals you can even get it for $199. The mini is way to expensive when you can buy 3 SE 2020's for the price of 1 mini. If it was in the $500 range I might of considered it, if it had touch ID.
@@jayh40515 in my country the price of a mini is almost same as 2 iphone se 2020, both base/storage model
I have a note 9 and this and i keep on reaching for the 12mini more and more now 😂 coz of its size its sooo comfy to hold! 😱 i think this is a realization i didn't know i needed
I used to have the iPhone se first generation and I just bought the 12 mini and I feel that the screen is huge! I have never been into big screens
iPhone 12 mini is an awesome phone. Beyond happy with my purchase
I’m still using the older SE,
Size + decent speed + aux for my car ( as my Bluetooth is call only)
I hate the newer phone sizes. And lack of options.
The old SE still serves me well.
Same my se still going strong
+1
I have the same experience, I have always chosen the largest screen display available on all my phones, Note 9, One Plus 7 pro t, iphone 11 max, Surface Duo and yet for some reason this iphone mini is my favorite. I admit I can't use it as my primary device because of the small battery but as a little incognito secondary device always hidden away in one of my pockets it is priceless. Many reliable sources are saying even though it only accounts for 5% of the new iphone 12 lineup sales that Apple is going to keep it in the 13 series and I hope they do but if not I will pick up another one while they are still available to stash for sure. If Samsung develops a mini like this in their S series that would be awesome and definitely a must have.
Is the 12 mini same size as a 6s or 8???
Great video!
I came from a galaxy note 20 ultra (laggy and buggy) to this. Omg, so much nicer. I love my 12 mini ❤️
Was thinking between the Note 20 regular and this 12 Mini. I just can't. The 12 Mini is smaller than my current S7, and I love it that way. The Note 20 have a stylus, and I do use it quite alot (my previous phone's a Note 3 way before my A30s which is a pain). I guess I'm turning in to iOS just because of the 12 Mini
Edit: Will get the Mini in a few months
@Cali_ Kid sounds really unlucky
Thanks for the video, my V-day gift is the iPhone 12 mini from my Husband. I had the iPhone SE (1st one), I love small phones. My compromise was going a bit bigger and heavier since all the other phones were way to big for my taste. I hope apple will always keep a smaller option for its petite fans🤞🏻.
Brother, these Apple phones cost a ton in Indian market. I just want to ask are they really worth paying 90-150k INR for just a phone. When you can get a Oneplus/Pro for 40-55k.
Great video as always though.
It’s not worth it spending tens of thousands of rupees more for the same phone which is available for cheaper in the US. On the flip side Apple is assembling the older iPhone 11 in India and prices have gone down to ₹50k. iPhone 11 has a better performance and camera than OnePlus and being an iPhone it will receive software support for much longer. I think it’s worth buying iPhone 11 in India in 2021.
As for the the iPhone 12, Apple will start assembling it in India mid-2021 which is early than last year but you probably won’t see major price cuts until iPhone 13 launch/ Diwali sale. And even then iPhone 12 may not come down to ₹50k as it has a higher launch price than iPhone 11.
@@bletwort2920 Thanks Brother for taking out the time and elaborating on the issue. All the points you made are definitely worth considering.
No definitely not worth it. If you don’t absolutely need iOS and Apple ecosystem just stick with android. But if you need iPhone then what you can do is, you can buy 1 year old model ( like iPhone 11 after 12 has launched) in Amazon or flip kart sale with card discounts. That is the best value iPhone you can get in India. I’m still using iPhone 7 which is 4 year old phone and it still feels fast and snappy. So even if you spend a little more than android, they will comfortably last 1-2 years more than androids. By little more I mean around 10-15k, more than that, again not worth it.
Have mine delivered 2 days ago, happy man at the moment! 🙌
I’ve just known you. I love your videos!
Me: Ahead of the curve, using a 5.5” iPhone 8+ for the past 3+ years.
To support it
I just bought one
Hope it’ll help 🥺
should I upgrade to this from a pixel 3 XL> I want to get this instead of 13 mini, because it is much cheaper. If this phones battery can outlast my heavily used pixel, I will be happy to purchase. I usually browse social media and listen to music.
Thanks for the video
I just got mines in white today. Love it 🥰 also I usually go with black but am glad I decided to switch things up
Thanks to the designer at apple who pushed the mini to come to fruition.
Got mine yesterday and i am just at home today. Charge the phone the whole night and used it for browsing and messaging. By 1pm the battery is at 15% left 😂😂😂 loving the size though
Dang :/ gonna order one to try it, but if mini could do a whole day easily and also had fingerprint, would be absolutely perfect. Tho what it is might be enough for me to keep it
There isn't much reason to get the mini with the SE 2020 being half the price imo. It comes with touch ID which is better than face ID in this mask world we live in. It also is very fast, great build quality, wireless charging, good camera, and you can get it at a great price.
I think 12 mini has way better camera though and it will have longer battery comparing to the SE in time as its newer than SE and we all know that as they keep making new phones, the older ones getting slower and there is an issue with the battery, like for example my iphone 7 dies within 2-3 hours after charging
I’m getting 5 half hours almost 6 on this phone granted i turn off auto brightness and reduce white point and turn off unnecessary privacy settings I’ve actually gotten almost 7 hours