Omg I thought it was just me who were annoyed by MKBHD and iJustine, I always come to Dave Lee because no bullshit, great analysis and straight to the fucking point!
I just switched over from my 12 Pro Max to the Mini and I am absolutely loving the one-handedness and the seamless pocket-ability!! I’ve been using the big iPhones nonstop since the 6 Plus, but it sure is great coming back to this size.
@@bins1 a 120hz display with such battery would’ve been imposible to deal with.. however 5G capabilities can really improve ur whole experience significantly on a day to day basis.... for the “proprietary” connections.. well that’s definitely Jobs
@@cristhiantv um you realize that 5G is still limited to most countries? How will I use 5G if my area doesn't have 5G. -_- In 5 yrs maybe but I think they should have at least have the budget to add a 120hz display on the Pro Max.
I have dark mode active on anything that has it so i'm glad to hear it reduces battery usage. I don't know how people can have their phones at like 70% brightness with regular mode either, my eyes would explode
Not gonna lie, speaking about the battery for 80-90% of the video, then cramming everything else in under a minute doesn't stand well as a review. Love this guy's content, but this is no good.
I have to hand it to Dave.... He really makes you feel connected to him in his vids, almost like he communicates with your mind without words. Very well done.
Minimalist touch on every video, every time, all the time. His demeanor reminds me of Alex Trebek; succinct, professional, impeccable communication skills. Thanks Dave.
You’re not alone! I’ve been living this way for years! I’m not addicted to my phone like the rest of the world, complaining about batteries! Cheers to you/us! I feel a lot better not caring about it ^^!
@@siddharthsabharishankar7714 you should try, good to take a charging break than long long hours on IG reels, moreover charging phone over night isnt recommended as full charges often stress the battery.
The price will go drastically down as most people will prefer iPhone 12 if they’re paying a lot of money. iPhone 12 mini is only good if the price is low, they could have removed the 5G from mini.
@@alphasatari I think the 12 mini will be the best seller. It's the cheapest which already makes it appealing and it looks like every other iphone 12 which seams to be the most important thing to apple costumers. I agree, they should have dropped 5g from the mini, increased the battery and dropped the price by about 50 usd. Who needs 5g when we don't even get 20% of what 4g could do.
I really love how the same topics are covered in everyone’s video but you always find a way to bring up something new or give your perspective. I had no idea about usage comparison!
Just realized I always watch your videos but never leave a comment to give you how I feel. Your voice is very easy to listen to, and it really resonates well with information. Just wanted to let you know I really enjoy your format and how you approach your reviews, even your personal taste is one of functional taste and I admire that as well. Such a great channel!
Sony used to do this for their compact series. Regardless, I really love the mini, really unfortunate that I'm 80 and don't have any use for smart phones.
Sony introduced first compact all power ful phone ,with all features..I still use z3 compact with a facility of external memory 128gb. Best were sony phones.unfortunately company failed to sustain in market.first phone with magnetic charge dock
My grandmother is 91, she loves her smartphone! I bought it for her 90th birthday, and she uses it regularly every day. You should 100% get one now if you're even slightly considering it - they're great for everyone! Here's a bit of a list of how my grandma uses hers: WhatsApp allows really simple and easy text messaging to stay in touch with everyone, but it's also especially nice to send occasional photos and videos too. I also send her funny cat videos and stuff, of course ;) Wordfeud allows her to play a multiplayer word game (like Scrabble) with the family on and off throughout the day. Facebook allows her to keep herself informed about how everyone is doing (which she loves, especially seeing as I don't use Facebook so she's always got news to tell me!) News always has news to read, more convenient and better value than her newspaper subscription. Crosswords apps for crosswords. Various other app based games I've tested and thought she might like, of which I probably only have a 10% success rate - but she does enjoy those 10% that I get right! RUclips for videos - she's always got something new recommended on the home page. Google, she hasn't quite got the hang of the idea that you can ask your phone questions, but has occasionally made a successful search which is fantastic. Gmail, to email those 2 people she's in contact with who don't have smartphones! Occasionally has trouble with the app, as it's not so simple as an instant messaging app, but allows her contact with people she otherwise wouldn't be able to. BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, etc. For TV catch up whenever she likes, or for missed programmes when two are on at the same time. She hasn't quite got the hang of this, unfortunately, (apps are a bit complicated to navigate in comparison to her other favourite apps) - but she's learning! So it doesn't matter that you're 80, definitely consider getting yourself a smartphone! They're great. Same goes for anyone reading this who has an older relative who may benefit - no harm in trying, and it could be amazing! I chose an iPhone 6S Plus for my grandma, for the simple iPhone interface, the physical home button to always return her to the home screen so she can have confidence learning, and the Plus model so it has a bigger screen where I used the accessibility settings to turn up the default font size.
@@garrythesnail1900 Idk about your 6s but I need to charge mine around 4-5 times a day. These reviews keep slamming the 12 Mini’s battery as something not very good but if you think about the average user, it’s most likely you’ll only really charge your Mini at the end of the day - and that’s good enough for me (I’m not waiting another year for a new iPhone 😂)
Just got on handed for 2 days, impressive battery life, out of my expectations. 8 hours of on-screen time each day is able to done in this device. (With mostly WI-FI and light power usage apps, no “heavier” than watching online HD videos) In comparison to my previous devices, I would say I experienced a significant battery life boost in comparison to iPhone 8 (4.7) and not much of a difference in comparison to the iPhone 11Pro (5.8). Yeah, some would say that the battery on this device couldn’t hold for mobile gamers. However, the target market for the Mini is very straightforward, how many mobile gamers would even consider purchasing this device to play. One notable point, seems like the iPhone 12 series all models have the yellowish screen issue, some of them even has a greenish screen issue when viewing dark scenes. (Be careful with this, many have reported similar things on forums)
@@VibezVideo Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to find raw numbers for the bezel size but from what I understand, it is noticeable (even though it is a small change).
@@studiothree I think it depends on you hand size and preference on holding it one handed. I got the pro and am returning it for the mini because it's too heavy and hard to hold with one hand, though the holding gets better with their silicon case. If you absolutely love small phones and don't mind charging it more frequently than the 12, just go for the mini. I went from xs to 12 pro, 12 pro's battery (which is the same one for 12) is definitely more powerful than xs, very noticeable change, and I play phone game. It's a trade-off between size and battery life. I choose the size.
I have an iPhone 12 mini and I have to say it’s the best and most comfortable iPhone I’ve ever owned. It’s fast, the speakers are plenty loud, it still has the A14 Bionic chip, a beautiful OLED display, a great camera, and 5G. The battery of course isn’t the Pro Max battery but it doesn’t too shabby either, if you have the fast charger at home, a car charger, or even a portable charger you’ll be okay no matter what. It’s also equipped for wireless charging including the MagSafe chargers. Plus it feels so good in your hand. It’s perfect!
The Mini with the same camera as the 12/12pro in that small package is a WIN. I've the iPhone 12 and been making cinematic videos 4K HDR for the Channel and the quality is just so freaking good...
I don't mind the smaller battery if the camera is also a beast like that... plus as you said... small phones are rare nowadays.. This little one will be a best seller for sure
Dave actually tried to turn off the iphone 12 mini by pressing the button on the top as if it was an iphone 5s time :- 3:45 check when he keeps the phone on the table 3:50 to be exact now i know how small it really feals
I love the editing chops you have and I mean that in the way you showcase the content. The things you focus on are exactly what people need to know. Way to trim the fat! Hope you get all the love and support you deserve
I've watched a lot of iPhone 12 mini's videos before and now after purchasing this phone (bad habit of post shopping to make sure I made the right decision) and this is one of the best. Your voice is calm and easy to listen to vs the other you tubers shouting at you and then stuffing commercials in the middle (hate that). I came from an iPhone 10X that I kept hanging on to because it still worked and there were no compelling reasons to buy a new iPhone. Well with my iPhone's battery capacity slowly diminishing, the new 5G, great camera with a new (to me) wide angle camera and the small size I took the plunge. I love it! At first I thought the size would be an issue especially typing on it but you adapt. I hold my 10X now and it seem huge. This thing fits in my pocket perfect too. Funny how after we started with the original iPhone being small and then all the clammer to have Apple make a big phone like all the Samsungs at the time, we're happy with small again. So far the phone has met all my battery needs but if the battery becomes an issue I'll get one of those battery cases. So for anyone who has made it to the bottom of the rant and you can't decide, just buy it as you'll be very happy with it.
most honest and intuitive review of the ip12's especially the mini.. he understands that for people who like ergonomics, convenience, pocketability there are drawbacks and battery is the most flexible component to adjust on... well done..
From the announcement, I've eyed the Mini. Over the last 2-3 years, I've wanted a smaller phone again, this fits what I want. I can live with the battery life hit, right now I'm WFH so it doesn't matter. All the cars have chargers, work I can charge (when I return in person). Everything about this phone is *chef's kiss*.
just received my preorders delivery date. its basically everything i whished for. Since the iPhone 6 i always said: why do they have to make the phones bigger all the time, i would like it to be a bit smaller but fullscreen. i used to upgrade every other year since the nokia 3210 but stopped with the iphone 7 cause the X, Xs, 11 Pro etc. have just been way too tall
i have the 7 and it is 3 years old. battery drains so fast when i check email or browse. i really want the mini because i prefer the smaller iPhone over the incredibly large 11 or 12. thanks for the terrific review.
His videos are so much better quality and more thought into. I couldn't stop seeing dust and fingerprints on every other RUclipsrs phone, but his are nearly spotless.
Brother, I'm a little tipsy right now, but put that aside. I've watched hundreds of iphone comparison videos and review videos. Yours is by far, and not even close, the best. You don't hang up on little details, don't give side stories.. you keep it simple. I respect that shit out of that. I've only subscribed to a select few people over the years, and you're not one of my select few. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, and keep doing what you do. If you're taking suggestions, I'm looking into either buying the 11 pro or the 12 mini, so if you watned to do a video on that, that'd be lit. You're the shit bro, keep up the good work. -Your newest fan
I just re-read it, I meant to say * you're now one of the select few, instead of not. Sorry brother, carry on your peaceful night you handsome son of a bitch (I'll bet your mom is nice tho, no offense.)
I’ve just bought a mini, things to note: Battery isn’t as bad as everyone says. It’s bloody small. It’s super light and grippy. It’s very strong, weirdly. It’s a fingerprint magnet. The keyboard is small and you’ll have to get used to it if you had a bigger phone previously. Cameras are the best I’ve seen bar the pixel 5.
@@AcidicDelusion if it’s in your pocket at work yes. If you’re using it at work maybe. if you’re gaming definitely not. I charge it at the end of the day at 11%.
i have had my iphone 7 for more than two years at this point and i’m really lost between the regular 12 and the 12 mini but my older sis is literally scaring me by telling that “oh- battery this and battery that..” making me more worried about my decision but overall, cool review man! keep on being cool :).
I feel like Apple will sell a lot of these; though with the recent release of the SE and so many hold over users that held onto their 6/7/8 for longer due to the X price hike finally upgrading with the cheaper 11 last year, I'm thinking the 13 mini will probably sell a bit better. I also think this device may be one of the primary reasons they held off on upgrading the 12 lineup to 120hz displays. $699 would've been neigh impossible with such a display and the compartmentalization hurdles you mentioned driving up design costs for this particular model. Supply chains offering a 120hz panel at 5.4" would have also been difficult to source and the 1080p resolution (at least at this size and subsequent pixel density) would've made it a very expensive component if they even could source a 120hz variant of the panel. All in all though, it's good to see Apple setting the tone for small form factor phones to make a come back. Aside from Google and (though arguably with the S20 being only barely considered compact by my standards) Samsung, no other companies make small phones anymore. Maybe manufacturers have studies to support the idea that women don't like small devices and don't care about having to do hand gymnastics to use something larger but, as someone with smaller hands (for a male at least) I'm basically set to only consider the smallest S phone and the Pixel each time I upgrade because I prefer ergonomics over a massive screen (and maybe a slightly more enduring battery/an extra camera lens). Samsung and their foldable devices are out of my price range currently but they, especially the Z flip, seem quite well designed for the female audience. It isn't even just a hand size things either, as I have a couple pairs of yoga pants with smaller pockets and most phones would be on the ground, cracked and battered if I tried to fit them into those pockets. Most women's apparel is like this and the current device space, especially on the Android side of things, makes me wonder how many women would opt for a small phone and leave their purse/bag at home in more circumstances if more manufactures produced flagship level compact designs. I mean, some of the best selling devices of all time were below the 5" mark, albeit at a 16:9 aspect ratio (which makes the device wider, though this is negligible for most at these screen sizes from an ergonomics perspective). In a few years, or whenever Samsung manages to being the Z flip line below the $1k threshold and into direct competition with other flagship devices, I think this sort of phone will sell quite well. Sure, foldable have their own durability concerns but the Z flip/Razr clamshell design is quite a bit less prone to drops or pocket mishaps for those with small pockets/hands than competing flagships, almost all of which are 75mm-85mm wide (which is made even more cumbersome and unwieldy with the addition of a case) with 6.5"+ screen sizes. Time will tell, I guess.
@@princez.2648 At the time I said that the comment Donald made didnt age well since apple stopped production of the 12 mini 8 months after it was released. Mainly because the price kinda felt too high it should have been 599 not 699. Also it just didnt line up with most people's upgrade cycle so alot of people didnt see the need when they just bought the 11 or XR a year or two ago. But, yeah I totally agree with you I think this year the 13 mini and 12 mini will sell wayyyy better.
The original iPhone SE was my favorite phone up until I got the 12 Mini. This new phone is hands down, without a doubt, my favorite iPhone yet. I have larger hands and can once again finally use an iPhone easily with one hand. The 12 Mini is just a perfect iPhone in my opinion. I'm a light user and don't have any battery issues whatsoever.
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I really love how Dave 2d put his phone back on the table so slow and gentle not like other youtubers that throws or slam it on a table
Are you talking about Lew from Anger Therapy channel?
@@Takuma_Sakazaki HAHAHAH yup
@@Takuma_Sakazaki anger?
Ohhh seems like you have not seen Vincent of Excessorize Me handling his phones
That's an Asian thing
Why do I feel so calm, relaxed and like I just heard a bed time story. I like this guy
he is calm and his videos are clean
yess 😻
u said the best things about this guy
I was just thinking about that
And he’s cute
3:48 really love how he's mistaking the mini for the 5S, trying to press down on the power button from the above
That’s totally what happened lol
The error was made. 😅
Tbh it feels a bit like 5S though.
@@Dave2D can you please tell me the name of the game you played in this video?
12 mini is a welcome release since I still use my iPhone SE 1st gen as my daily driver.
MKBHD: **intro**
iJustine: **saying that she cried during the keynote and overhypes every apple release**
Dave: "OK, the iPhone 12 mini"
The best mobile RUclipsr...just neck and neck with Mr.mobile
@@Matanumi I like Mrwhosetheboss though. He covers android stuff in detail
Omg I thought it was just me who were annoyed by MKBHD and iJustine,
I always come to Dave Lee because no bullshit, great analysis and straight to the fucking point!
@@TrillionTalents777 flossy carter too, long ass videos but no bs
Ijustine..! Such an Apple fangirl
I just switched over from my 12 Pro Max to the Mini and I am absolutely loving the one-handedness and the seamless pocket-ability!! I’ve been using the big iPhones nonstop since the 6 Plus, but it sure is great coming back to this size.
How has the battery been till now?
I love how most other reviewers have a silly intro or take their time,
Dave: OKAY!
Exactly straight to the point 👌
And mrwhosetheboss too
yep, no intro no bs!
Or alright 😂
but mkbhd’s intros tho..
12 mini is a welcome release since I still use my iPhone SE 1st gen as my daily driver.
why
Same dude, broke my OP5T, switched to the SE 1st gen and i love it. Now i've bought the 12 mini because small phones are awesome.
@@g_lorn we dont have money
Same
Same. I really just prefer the size of the SE 1st gen. I'm happy I finally found a replacement phone I can't stand big phones. Haha.
This is probably the type of phone Steve Jobs would have released
it still has a notch.
And no 120hz display and a USB type C?
Steve Jobs: *_No_*
@@bins1 a 120hz display with such battery would’ve been imposible to deal with.. however 5G capabilities can really improve ur whole experience significantly on a day to day basis.... for the “proprietary” connections.. well that’s definitely Jobs
@@cristhiantv um you realize that 5G is still limited to most countries? How will I use 5G if my area doesn't have 5G. -_- In 5 yrs maybe but I think they should have at least have the budget to add a 120hz display on the Pro Max.
@@fredriksvard2603 yeah 3687mAh is so far their "biggest" which sucks af
When he said dark websites ... i was thinking the other way .. LOL
Shut up lol karamay
Shut up lol karamay
What website u thinking 😀
😆
Shut up lol Karamay
I have dark mode active on anything that has it so i'm glad to hear it reduces battery usage. I don't know how people can have their phones at like 70% brightness with regular mode either, my eyes would explode
I’ve embraced too the dark side
Word.
@@ushidanouchida **Darth Vader breathing intensifies**
"This phone had a battery"
- Dave Lee
so true, is there a purpose for this vid?
@@nomanspace7118 did you even watch the vid
Not gonna lie, speaking about the battery for 80-90% of the video, then cramming everything else in under a minute doesn't stand well as a review.
Love this guy's content, but this is no good.
Who is here after watching this
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Really? It sounds so unfriendly to the environment :)
Dave:Dark websites
My brain: interesting.....
Lol your pfp brings so much nostalgia to me. I used it everywhere and loved it
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yeah me too I thought about starwars
i thought it was something to do with the darkweb
😂
I love how delicately Dave puts tech down on the table. Anyone else noticed??!! My OCD certainly noticed and bowed!
I thought I was the only one that had this pet peeve. Dave's reviews feel so zen
Haha same with me.. the OCD kicked in 🤪
Lew goes: BOOOOOM!! Phone down!!
Until he starts spinning the macs and laptops he reviews hahahaha
Cringe comment!
I love this channel for only one reason: Honest reviews
I have to hand it to Dave.... He really makes you feel connected to him in his vids, almost like he communicates with your mind without words. Very well done.
Well guess what I got the iPhone 12 mini
These vids are SOOO goddamn clean. SO clean. HOWWWW!!!
Aditya Baskaran that’s just dave for you ig 😃
if you need a goal how minimalism works: watch dave2d
He always do. Like a digital rendering
He is Just a Magician with these
Minimalist touch on every video, every time, all the time. His demeanor reminds me of Alex Trebek; succinct, professional, impeccable communication skills. Thanks Dave.
As usual....Short and sweet. It's awesome how Dave can come up with such short informative videos when others go about talking for 20 - 30 mins.
Iphone 12 mini is really a reincarnation of iphone 4: the size, the form
iPhone 5's reincarnation right?
Closer to iPhone 5/5s/SE . It’s about 2mm larger in width and height on all edges, the same thickness.
4 was a brick compared to this one
I really like the small form factor! And it ain't super expensive also, like 1000$ n all.
iphone 4 was stainless steel tho
The price is the only thing that is keeping me from getting it.
Price them at $500 and they would sell like crazy.
It’s Apple. If they sold loo role it would be 2x more expensive than the others on the market.
@@PibrochPonder iWipes pro $28 a roll
Black friday
Now they’re $400 unlocked if you find a deal
"I like small phones."
Well, that's me.
like your men
Me too man
I really want the mini
We are cultured ……we want a PHONE not a TABLET…🤣
I maybe a weirdo but I’ve been trying to be mindful of my screen time and “digital health”. A smaller battery may actually help me with that...
You’re not alone! I’ve been living this way for years! I’m not addicted to my phone like the rest of the world, complaining about batteries! Cheers to you/us! I feel a lot better not caring about it ^^!
Wow I never thought about it like that
@@siddharthsabharishankar7714 you should try, good to take a charging break than long long hours on IG reels, moreover charging phone over night isnt recommended as full charges often stress the battery.
@@joshjenesiss What do you mean by full charges?
may be*
Thank god they finally made a phone that I can use without injuring my small hands
shame it runs iOS
@@raptorswire7212 some people like IOS.
Just get bigger hands smh
@@raptorswire7212 ikr, hope Google does it but with decent battery
@@irdoan same, nobody asked for your comment either. stfu
i really like the form factor, and daves as honest as ever
Dave’s tone at the end changed when he talked about the pricing. Lol
One of the very few who speaks his heart.
D2D: This is the iPhone SE 2020 “*with white bezels*”
Me: Wait, that ain’t an SE
D2D: Well, I swapped the bezels
Me: Understandable, have a great day
I was thinking that straight away, was like, erm no that’s an 8... maybe I should get an se and swap my bezels...
I have always disliked the white bezels
Who is here after watching this
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I actually noticed the centered apple logo first 🤣
But the touchid is white... if you are an Apple repair nerd you would know that something is up
5:06 bruh the disappointment in his tone at Apple pricing
The price will go drastically down as most people will prefer iPhone 12 if they’re paying a lot of money. iPhone 12 mini is only good if the price is low, they could have removed the 5G from mini.
@@alphasatari I think the 12 mini will be the best seller. It's the cheapest which already makes it appealing and it looks like every other iphone 12 which seams to be the most important thing to apple costumers.
I agree, they should have dropped 5g from the mini, increased the battery and dropped the price by about 50 usd.
Who needs 5g when we don't even get 20% of what 4g could do.
@@alex_inside i like it too but I would spend a little bit more for a bigger screen.
Arun: I like big phones
Dave: I like small phones
Me: I like my wallet not being empty
Me:I like my wallet
I like large wallets
imagine having money XD... couldnt be me
#unemployedteen
Me: *cries in 6S Plus with heavily-cracked screen*
I like every wallets full with money.
I really love how the same topics are covered in everyone’s video but you always find a way to bring up something new or give your perspective. I had no idea about usage comparison!
Just realized I always watch your videos but never leave a comment to give you how I feel. Your voice is very easy to listen to, and it really resonates well with information. Just wanted to let you know I really enjoy your format and how you approach your reviews, even your personal taste is one of functional taste and I admire that as well. Such a great channel!
Screw the iPhone, I want that hoodie!
I love his videos every time. Short but concise! Quality is gold. Def one of those best tech content creators.
Sony used to do this for their compact series. Regardless, I really love the mini, really unfortunate that I'm 80 and don't have any use for smart phones.
Sony introduced first compact all power ful phone ,with all features..I still use z3 compact with a facility of external memory 128gb. Best were sony phones.unfortunately company failed to sustain in market.first phone with magnetic charge dock
Don't box yourself in, I know many Senior citizens that are using and loving smart phones to stay in touch with the world.
You got plenty of years left old man/woman. So start learning
My grandmother is 91, she loves her smartphone! I bought it for her 90th birthday, and she uses it regularly every day. You should 100% get one now if you're even slightly considering it - they're great for everyone!
Here's a bit of a list of how my grandma uses hers:
WhatsApp allows really simple and easy text messaging to stay in touch with everyone, but it's also especially nice to send occasional photos and videos too. I also send her funny cat videos and stuff, of course ;)
Wordfeud allows her to play a multiplayer word game (like Scrabble) with the family on and off throughout the day.
Facebook allows her to keep herself informed about how everyone is doing (which she loves, especially seeing as I don't use Facebook so she's always got news to tell me!)
News always has news to read, more convenient and better value than her newspaper subscription.
Crosswords apps for crosswords.
Various other app based games I've tested and thought she might like, of which I probably only have a 10% success rate - but she does enjoy those 10% that I get right!
RUclips for videos - she's always got something new recommended on the home page.
Google, she hasn't quite got the hang of the idea that you can ask your phone questions, but has occasionally made a successful search which is fantastic.
Gmail, to email those 2 people she's in contact with who don't have smartphones! Occasionally has trouble with the app, as it's not so simple as an instant messaging app, but allows her contact with people she otherwise wouldn't be able to.
BBC iPlayer, ITV Hub, etc. For TV catch up whenever she likes, or for missed programmes when two are on at the same time. She hasn't quite got the hang of this, unfortunately, (apps are a bit complicated to navigate in comparison to her other favourite apps) - but she's learning!
So it doesn't matter that you're 80, definitely consider getting yourself a smartphone! They're great. Same goes for anyone reading this who has an older relative who may benefit - no harm in trying, and it could be amazing!
I chose an iPhone 6S Plus for my grandma, for the simple iPhone interface, the physical home button to always return her to the home screen so she can have confidence learning, and the Plus model so it has a bigger screen where I used the accessibility settings to turn up the default font size.
that thumbnail looks gorgeous. i wish i had the 12 mini instead of the 11 😭
im getting a 12 mini so thanks for this video!
Arun: I like big phones with big butt - battery
Dave: I like small phones
Jerry: Does not matter, scratches at 7 and deeper grooves at level 8
Linus : I like dropping phones
jerry too: sapphire doesnt scratch at level 6 scratches
Iphone camera: yup im lying about my identity ahaha
Lew likes to bend phones
It's scratches at 6 and deeper grooves at lvl 7
Best review I’ve seen for the mini, I’ll be finally moving in from my still working great iPhone 6s. Thankyou!
The 6s battery has not aged well 😂 I hope this 12 mini can last around a day with typical use
Sameeee. I have my iPhone 6s but the battery sucks. I would love to have iPhone 12 mini but I can’t deal with a battery issue bro
@@garrythesnail1900 Idk about your 6s but I need to charge mine around 4-5 times a day. These reviews keep slamming the 12 Mini’s battery as something not very good but if you think about the average user, it’s most likely you’ll only really charge your Mini at the end of the day - and that’s good enough for me (I’m not waiting another year for a new iPhone 😂)
Literally everyone: Oh great the new SE has a black front even on the white model!
Dave: nah lemme replace that
exactly what i thought :D
Thank you so much for making this dude! I’m seriously considering getting the mini and I haven’t seen too many videos specifically about it.
Just got on handed for 2 days, impressive battery life, out of my expectations. 8 hours of on-screen time each day is able to done in this device. (With mostly WI-FI and light power usage apps, no “heavier” than watching online HD videos) In comparison to my previous devices, I would say I experienced a significant battery life boost in comparison to iPhone 8 (4.7) and not much of a difference in comparison to the iPhone 11Pro (5.8). Yeah, some would say that the battery on this device couldn’t hold for mobile gamers. However, the target market for the Mini is very straightforward, how many mobile gamers would even consider purchasing this device to play. One notable point, seems like the iPhone 12 series all models have the yellowish screen issue, some of them even has a greenish screen issue when viewing dark scenes. (Be careful with this, many have reported similar things on forums)
Of about 10 review videos in my suggestions, I choose to watch this first
5:06 bruh the disappointment in his tone at Apple pricing
@@sneakersdaves7707 hahah indeed!
@@sneakersdaves7707 felt it
Who is here after watching this
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Apple: Bezels and notches are now smaller on our new iPhone 12s
Also Apple: **reduces 0.20 mm**
Me: 👁👄👁
This is a dumb joke. 0.2 mm reduced from the already (relatively) small size of the bezel makes sense and is actually noticeable.
@@daisykumar4832 nice joke " relatively small "
@Andrew K thanks. i can never be more sarcastic
@@VibezVideo Unfortunately, I haven’t been able to find raw numbers for the bezel size but from what I understand, it is noticeable (even though it is a small change).
@@daisykumar4832 u can notice 0.2 mm ? Its 1/5 th of 1 mm. You can't notice 1mm without a scale.
Had to skip my defector's execution to watch this.
Is he dead yet!
Lmao
you did the same for MKBHD video :P
Norf kroea
This is offensive.
He doesn't hold executions, he shoots on the spot. Get some culture you fraud
really love how he's mistaking the mini for the 5S, trying to press down on the power button from the above
I love this kind of review, fast, essential and Dave just tells you what you need to know. gj man!
Love the short and sweet review. Came here for just one thing (to find out how good the battery life is) and you delivered 👍🏼
What are your thoughts? I’m torn between the regular 12 and the mini!
@@studiothree I think it depends on you hand size and preference on holding it one handed. I got the pro and am returning it for the mini because it's too heavy and hard to hold with one hand, though the holding gets better with their silicon case.
If you absolutely love small phones and don't mind charging it more frequently than the 12, just go for the mini. I went from xs to 12 pro, 12 pro's battery (which is the same one for 12) is definitely more powerful than xs, very noticeable change, and I play phone game.
It's a trade-off between size and battery life. I choose the size.
So you like it or not?
4 hr screen ontime
The best tech reviewer ever ! Greetings from Morocco
@@techaddict7611 are you serious mate 😂
@@hatimchannel19 yes i am serious
You are gay🙄🙄
@@hatimchannel19 what did he say? His comment was deleted
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@@Lawmakan well mate he said to you why you are gay this is bad actually don't give a damn
Thank you, this was good & helped me make a choice in favour of the mini.
No intro, no ads, no bs
I have an iPhone 12 mini and I have to say it’s the best and most comfortable iPhone I’ve ever owned. It’s fast, the speakers are plenty loud, it still has the A14 Bionic chip, a beautiful OLED display, a great camera, and 5G. The battery of course isn’t the Pro Max battery but it doesn’t too shabby either, if you have the fast charger at home, a car charger, or even a portable charger you’ll be okay no matter what. It’s also equipped for wireless charging including the MagSafe chargers. Plus it feels so good in your hand. It’s perfect!
The Mini with the same camera as the 12/12pro in that small package is a WIN. I've the iPhone 12 and been making cinematic videos 4K HDR for the Channel and the quality is just so freaking good...
I don't mind the smaller battery if the camera is also a beast like that... plus as you said... small phones are rare nowadays.. This little one will be a best seller for sure
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Only difference that's really substantial is the LiDAR scanner, that would have been nice even if the Mini had 2 cams.
@@Yaredium for better portraits! the pics I've taken with the 12 are cool very happy but yeah of course would be nice to have that extra depth sensor
thanks to the way u subtly placed your channel in the forefront, I liked all your vids :)
Dave actually tried to turn off the iphone 12 mini by pressing the button on the top as if it was an iphone 5s time :- 3:45 check when he keeps the phone on the table 3:50 to be exact now i know how small it really feals
Dave Lee the best tech reviewer. Love the way you present Dave.
One Of The* :)
I love the editing chops you have and I mean that in the way you showcase the content. The things you focus on are exactly what people need to know. Way to trim the fat! Hope you get all the love and support you deserve
I've watched a lot of iPhone 12 mini's videos before and now after purchasing this phone (bad habit of post shopping to make sure I made the right decision) and this is one of the best. Your voice is calm and easy to listen to vs the other you tubers shouting at you and then stuffing commercials in the middle (hate that). I came from an iPhone 10X that I kept hanging on to because it still worked and there were no compelling reasons to buy a new iPhone. Well with my iPhone's battery capacity slowly diminishing, the new 5G, great camera with a new (to me) wide angle camera and the small size I took the plunge. I love it! At first I thought the size would be an issue especially typing on it but you adapt. I hold my 10X now and it seem huge. This thing fits in my pocket perfect too. Funny how after we started with the original iPhone being small and then all the clammer to have Apple make a big phone like all the Samsungs at the time, we're happy with small again. So far the phone has met all my battery needs but if the battery becomes an issue I'll get one of those battery cases. So for anyone who has made it to the bottom of the rant and you can't decide, just buy it as you'll be very happy with it.
Me switching between dave and mkbhd review on my phone and lap at the same time
@Edithcbx Cochranqhtk Nice copying comments.
Yup to hear one say the battery is good and the other day the battery is trash!
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And, with that mini and max, iphone season is concluded for this year.
I like how dave doesn’t really conform to the standard for reviewing, he sort of does his own thing and speaks his mind. (I mean this in a good way)
most honest and intuitive review of the ip12's especially the mini.. he understands that for people who like ergonomics, convenience, pocketability there are drawbacks and battery is the most flexible component to adjust on... well done..
Dave just makes things so easier! Like we know but can't explain but when we see his videos we're like that's the stuff I was thinking about!
I've never been this so early
same
Same!!!!!!!!!!!
That's what she said
Ha ha
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tbh this just showed up on my feed i didn't even get a noti
Same
Came from mkbhd
I got a noti.
Same
So you got notities?
A short and precise video focusing on the question everybody is asking. Great work 🙌❤️
From the announcement, I've eyed the Mini. Over the last 2-3 years, I've wanted a smaller phone again, this fits what I want. I can live with the battery life hit, right now I'm WFH so it doesn't matter. All the cars have chargers, work I can charge (when I return in person). Everything about this phone is *chef's kiss*.
The “thumbs if you liked it, subs if you loved it” is what made me subscribe, if I’m honest 😍
just received my preorders delivery date.
its basically everything i whished for. Since the iPhone 6 i always said: why do they have to make the phones bigger all the time, i would like it to be a bit smaller but fullscreen.
i used to upgrade every other year since the nokia 3210 but stopped with the iphone 7 cause the X, Xs, 11 Pro etc. have just been way too tall
"Apple's pricing will always gonna be that way"
Yup.
@KPOP SŁUT You might want to fix your's first smartass, 'Will is not 'followed by' gonna.
@@anthonyjoseph2469 ok nazi grammar
@@josendrado heil RUclips wannabe
@@anthonyjoseph2469 lol abahssjsj at least I ain't an embitterred nazi
@@josendrado it’s kinda sad to compare someone correcting grammar to a nazi. Does that mean all English teachers are nazis?
Love compact phones like this. I still use the galaxy s10e which feels hugely underappreciated.
i have the 7 and it is 3 years old. battery drains so fast when i check email or browse. i really want the mini because i prefer the smaller iPhone over the incredibly large 11 or 12. thanks for the terrific review.
His videos are so much better quality and more thought into. I couldn't stop seeing dust and fingerprints on every other RUclipsrs phone, but his are nearly spotless.
i love mini! I’m so sad that they won’t make them in the future.
This phone is perfect for Linus
how if he tends to run the plus versions of phones anyways?
Yeah, pretty much, x_D
So his small hand won't drop it?
@Iqbal Muhammad lol
@@jorisressing3626 yea. Because of battery life
Good presentation and the way u handle the mobile phones are nice
can u do a side by side comparison of the iphone 12 and 13 mini's ?? love the content btw!!
others : hey guys good evening
dave2d : okay !
Hmmm....the “others” seem like flat earthers
Honest review as always sir 🙏🙏 so good to see..
the video just released 40 seconds ago and the vid is 5 mins long. The dishonest is rich here XD
Do another review on Poco X3!! Xiaomi already fixed the screen stutter issue. Please!!
@@Gabriel-l he just wants likes. Typical like beggar
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makes me think of the iPhone 5, it felt nice in my hands and I could reach things one handed...
finally a you tuber thats chilled out and placid ive subbed
Just the review I’ve been waiting for 👍 subscribed!
I really like your behaviour, you are very gentle to all the gaget you review, the care for them is very clear in each of your videos.. 👍👍👍👍
Dave did such a good job on Ghost Of Tsushima. Best game ever.
@TooxVOD he is the main character
At 5:10 my Google assistant started on its own... And I replayed the video, it started again at the same time lol
Great review dude. Short, Sharp, and gave me all the information i needed and nothing i didnt. so mch more useful than a 40 minute review i watched.
I’m loving the Jedi knight look. Big hooded top, with light sabers casually leant against the wall.
" The battery in here is a lot smaller... physically, than the other phones in the lineup." But metaphysically it is HUGE!
4:56 that Price point was really considerable 😀
Everybody else: WHATS UP EVERYBODY
Dave: ok,
This battery life comparison chart was so useful and clear. Thank you!
Brother, I'm a little tipsy right now, but put that aside. I've watched hundreds of iphone comparison videos and review videos. Yours is by far, and not even close, the best. You don't hang up on little details, don't give side stories.. you keep it simple. I respect that shit out of that. I've only subscribed to a select few people over the years, and you're not one of my select few. From the bottom of my heart, thank you, and keep doing what you do. If you're taking suggestions, I'm looking into either buying the 11 pro or the 12 mini, so if you watned to do a video on that, that'd be lit. You're the shit bro, keep up the good work.
-Your newest fan
I just re-read it, I meant to say * you're now one of the select few, instead of not. Sorry brother, carry on your peaceful night you handsome son of a bitch (I'll bet your mom is nice tho, no offense.)
I’ve just bought a mini, things to note:
Battery isn’t as bad as everyone says.
It’s bloody small.
It’s super light and grippy.
It’s very strong, weirdly.
It’s a fingerprint magnet.
The keyboard is small and you’ll have to get used to it if you had a bigger phone previously.
Cameras are the best I’ve seen bar the pixel 5.
did you buy it in black?
Will the battery get you thru a normal days usage ?
@@linipidini2648 no blue but I’m sure black is nice
@@AcidicDelusion if it’s in your pocket at work yes. If you’re using it at work maybe. if you’re gaming definitely not. I charge it at the end of the day at 11%.
3:44 "And you view dark websites."
My weird roommate is into browsing "dark websites", lol.
(Yeah, I know he meant dark colored. It was a joke.)
Yeah, thanks for explaining
You wooshed yourself
why you edit
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*Hopefully this means we will see smaller Android flagship phones.*
Great video man. & loved the sweater too
i have had my iphone 7 for more than two years at this point and i’m really lost between the regular 12 and the 12 mini but my older sis is literally scaring me by telling that “oh- battery this and battery that..” making me more worried about my decision but overall, cool review man! keep on being cool :).
I feel like Apple will sell a lot of these; though with the recent release of the SE and so many hold over users that held onto their 6/7/8 for longer due to the X price hike finally upgrading with the cheaper 11 last year, I'm thinking the 13 mini will probably sell a bit better. I also think this device may be one of the primary reasons they held off on upgrading the 12 lineup to 120hz displays. $699 would've been neigh impossible with such a display and the compartmentalization hurdles you mentioned driving up design costs for this particular model. Supply chains offering a 120hz panel at 5.4" would have also been difficult to source and the 1080p resolution (at least at this size and subsequent pixel density) would've made it a very expensive component if they even could source a 120hz variant of the panel.
All in all though, it's good to see Apple setting the tone for small form factor phones to make a come back. Aside from Google and (though arguably with the S20 being only barely considered compact by my standards) Samsung, no other companies make small phones anymore. Maybe manufacturers have studies to support the idea that women don't like small devices and don't care about having to do hand gymnastics to use something larger but, as someone with smaller hands (for a male at least) I'm basically set to only consider the smallest S phone and the Pixel each time I upgrade because I prefer ergonomics over a massive screen (and maybe a slightly more enduring battery/an extra camera lens).
Samsung and their foldable devices are out of my price range currently but they, especially the Z flip, seem quite well designed for the female audience. It isn't even just a hand size things either, as I have a couple pairs of yoga pants with smaller pockets and most phones would be on the ground, cracked and battered if I tried to fit them into those pockets. Most women's apparel is like this and the current device space, especially on the Android side of things, makes me wonder how many women would opt for a small phone and leave their purse/bag at home in more circumstances if more manufactures produced flagship level compact designs. I mean, some of the best selling devices of all time were below the 5" mark, albeit at a 16:9 aspect ratio (which makes the device wider, though this is negligible for most at these screen sizes from an ergonomics perspective).
In a few years, or whenever Samsung manages to being the Z flip line below the $1k threshold and into direct competition with other flagship devices, I think this sort of phone will sell quite well. Sure, foldable have their own durability concerns but the Z flip/Razr clamshell design is quite a bit less prone to drops or pocket mishaps for those with small pockets/hands than competing flagships, almost all of which are 75mm-85mm wide (which is made even more cumbersome and unwieldy with the addition of a case) with 6.5"+ screen sizes.
Time will tell, I guess.
This didn’t age well
@@kgb3209 they did release a 13 mini at least. I feel like it may have a lot to do with price too, SEs sell like hot cakes lol.
@@princez.2648 At the time I said that the comment Donald made didnt age well since apple stopped production of the 12 mini 8 months after it was released. Mainly because the price kinda felt too high it should have been 599 not 699. Also it just didnt line up with most people's upgrade cycle so alot of people didnt see the need when they just bought the 11 or XR a year or two ago. But, yeah I totally agree with you I think this year the 13 mini and 12 mini will sell wayyyy better.
Wow this review is nice, I never knew this many facts about the 12 mini. It seems surprisingly good for it's size. Good job Dave and good job Apple.
The battery life is INSANE.
I really like how you do your video's,you get to the point with no BS.
The original iPhone SE was my favorite phone up until I got the 12 Mini. This new phone is hands down, without a doubt, my favorite iPhone yet. I have larger hands and can once again finally use an iPhone easily with one hand. The 12 Mini is just a perfect iPhone in my opinion. I'm a light user and don't have any battery issues whatsoever.
1:18 what is the game called ?
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@@Cryptonautas I hope my comment won't die without a reply
Haha same, I just want to know which games that is
Even I am trying to search it
bumping this because i need to know as well