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[@robbujold7711]

I’m coming from the iPhone 8, so the 12 mini is my first iPhone without a home button. Thanks for the tips.

[@redraposoable]

Bro literally same I had the 8 plus since it came out and just switched yesterday. Honestly I am in love with this phone and the size it’s perfect for minimalists👌🏽👌🏽

[@Chilax]

Same

[@marcusant6895]

@Nia X same here!

[@lorenthecastle]

congrats

[@mateo.-.3234]

I still have the iphone 6s plus ;-;, all my thoughts in all does years of using a big phone is.. i hate big phones lmao, the 12 mini is perfect for what i want

[@paulg2100]

Absolutely absolutely love my mini. I had the 12 pro max and brought it back the next day. I could barely hold the big thing without almost dropping it. Was just a hassle trying to put it places or just handling it ...It was just uncomfortable for me. Got the mini in blue 256gb and feels like old times again! I’ll never go back to a modern size bigger type phone.

[@js4313]

I love the big screens to look at but honestly the mini just makes more sense as far as holding it that’s why I got it too

[@everythingtaken19]

I love my mini 12 so much, I hope they make them forever! 🥺

[@pankajkumarsharma4375]

I have ordered today.

[@nathangeffen8247]

Got the same thing you did and it’s coming soon yay

[@CheeseCakeVlogs02]

Just picked up a 12 mini best choice ever 😈🔥

[@VSC96]

Ordered it this morning, coming in 2 days! Cannot wait, been using an iphone 7 for the last 3 years

[@benben2309]

Same here, pretty exited 😂

[@vinniex5579]

Wait why are we in the same predicament

[@hollyb8610]

Same!!

[@TudorX99]

been using SE 1st gen for the last 5 years xd

[@derekarmstrong30]

Upgraded from an original iPhone SE (which I loved) to the 12 mini (I prefer smaller more easily transportable phones), red with 256Gb (I need lots of memory for photos). Got lots to learn with this upgrade, so your video was most helpful. Thanks!

[@AthenaKSJW]

Same here! I finally upgraded from the original SE (I held onto it as long as I could) to the 12 Mini. The screen is so much bigger for the device it self not being too much bigger.

[@gildagarcia5775]

I went from an XS to the 12 mini 64 GB. Thanks for the great video. Learned few things.

[@tanniarecinos9571]

I’ve been with my iPhone 12 mini for a week and I didn’t know where was the Control center until this video thank you so much 😊

[@crocdog397]

I got white in 128gb! I haven’t set it up yet but by just staring at that hello screen it looks beautiful!

[@obenzie]

So how is it? :D

[@Lol-no4sl]

How is it?

[@kanishkasisodiya4757]

Bro how much did you pay for it?

[@las098]

@@Lol-no4sl amazing, so worth the buy!

[@crocdog397]

@@obenzie it’s amazing!! Display is beautiful, cameras are both beautiful, LOVE the size (coming from an unusable water damaged SE 1st gen) , and it’s my baby

[@GaryGause]

i've a mobile developer, been for decades. always loved my android but needed an iphone to develop mobile apps and i didn't have a company one for the first time. never liked iphone but now i am enjoying it. your video helped me get up to speed on its actual use instead of just programming on it. full convert now.

[@aniraz90s]

I got the 12 mini 128gb in red along with the adapter, magsafe charger, magsafe silicone case and AirPod pro. This explains the reason why it was slower charging by magsafe. I was wondering why it’s much slower than plugging in the cable. Thank you for explaining that part. 😅

[@musarra195]

Super helpful. I didn’t know about the scan feature. I just spent 15 bucks on an app ! Lol. I would never have found this out otherwise. Thank you !

[@ashleyclemons7061]

I bought this phone for my 13 year old. I’m a bad mom. I kept the phone for myself 😭😭😂😂😂

[@cadenspears7092]

Lmao

[@leviichabod]

haha, can't blame ya

[@thegroovyeddirat]

OML my mom better not do that to me 😂😂

[@Nina-rp8df]

Abahhahahahahahahaha

[@ashleygray3744]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 I’m sure u deserved it

[@leahevehumphries]

I went from the 6S Plus to the 12 mini in August 2021 and I still love it! I wanted a 6S Plus for so long, and I got myself one in February 2019. I loved it but after a while I got really tired of the huge size. It was so annoying when my hands were full and I couldn't message someone because the phone was too big to use with one hand. It also wouldn't fit in my pockets most of the time. I was so happy that Apple brought out a mini phone and I'm really bummed out that they've ditched it already. I'm definitely keeping my 12 mini for as long as I possibly can, I had a MagSafe battery for Christmas which will keep it going for years to come hopefully. Long live the mini!

[@frmarkrowles109]

Im downgrading (size wise) from an iPhone 11 to iPhone 12 mini, blue colour. I used to love the old SE and this mini will suit me fine. The iPhone 11 is just too big and heavy in my pocket so I can't wait...Thank you for the tips!

[@Elle-ck2el]

I’m getting this phone for Christmas and I’m so excited!! It looks like a beautiful phone!

[@PFDish]

Thanks for the great review. I ordered the Presidio 2 right away. I spent the whole day looking for a case. The stumbled onto you video. Many thanks

[@julesj9265]

just switched from a SE to 12 mini. great tips thanks

[@mister-Kayne]

Thinking the same. But happy with my SC but it would be great to know more about the reason for your switch and your experience 🙏🏻

[@KiaJo]

thanks for the tips and tricks. I am super hype that I;m getting my iphone 12 mini in two days!

[@esmxiaa5339]

Thank u for the tips! Im going to get an iphone tomorrow and i rlly needed to learn how to use it sence its my first iphone after i awalys use samsung, so this was really helpful for me!

[@marksmith4582]

Great video Harris! Watching on my flawless I Phone 11. The “Mini” seems like a totally usable device! Enjoy your weekend! Always with full respect for you and your Family and channel! Mark in Iowa.

[@Javidschannel2022]

Really great video with a complete touching on the main points of having the IPhone 12 mini. I learned so much as I am a first time IPhone user. I bought 2 for me and my Uncle last night they will be here tomorrow and...the things you explained make me sorry I stayed with Android all these years to save money.

[@jaysizzle7777]

This phone is pretty awesome. It’s the perfect back up phone! All you need is a little power bank wherever you go if you’re using it as a main powerhouse phone.

[@shannonbraniff8194]

Just got my iPhone mini today and I absolutely love it

[@isaacmerriman1787]

Thanks for the great quality Harris!! I’m watching the video on my new iPhone 12 Pro Max! So happy with it

[@dottiebrowning638]

How do I get trouble shooting

[@rickfinney8028]

Just got my new mini this week! This video is great for helping me navigate all the functions!!Thank you for sharing.

[@katlia5681]

The slim/glossy case in shutterfly are really good. Very slim and elegant. And you can attach any design or you can design it yourself from your fave image or pix.

[@Bartholemew1000]

I just knew you can made a folder like that!! Damn Im moving it one by one, thanks!!!

[@puggoman902]

I’m entering high school, so I’ll finally get my first phone. I chose the mini one, not because of the price, but because I think it’s better for me than the regular IPhone 12. Thanks for the tips.

[@bjaj7363]

How is it

[@mahadmohamed5862]

same, im getting the mini in about a week

[@ycsstudios1130]

@@mahadmohamed5862 I got mine

[@arthurstorey314]

@@ycsstudios1130 whats the size like ? thinking of getting one.

[@yajkushal1995]

@@arthurstorey314 size is too small you may not like it but I’m loving it

[@freya3235]

Great video mate I’ve got the iPhone 7 currently and I might be getting the 12 mini as I hate massive phones. Massive amount of info given quickly and easily keep it up 👍

[@prime82929]

i got mine! im not gonna open it yet because i have ordered the adapter for the iphone 12 so i can charge it. once it arrives ill set up my phone and im WAYY TOO EXCITED

[@thegroovyeddirat]

I’m getting this phone in green on Monday and a clear case with it. I’m going for a 5 to a 12 mini so thanks for all the tips.

[@chief5981]

That’s a big jump. I just went from the 6s to the 12 today and thought I was behind, lol

[@mrs.tietzlein]

Thank you so much for this great video! I got the iPhone 12 mini 256 GB in white - delivered on Saturday! Your trick with dimming the screen light is so useful and helps a lot.

[@fredn9682]

Excellent review. Thanks! I'm about to buy the Mini and I'm glad to have so much information about things it can do. It amazes me that it hasn't been more popular. Oh well.

[@reneaguilar1000]

It’s because of the battery it’s so cheap right now

[@andrew.martinez21]

Just got it yesterday and I absolutely love this phone!!!!

[@mickeygarcia2331_]

I got the normal charging adapter. And it’s amazing.

[@ManBearPig1996]

Just got the green love it! Hope you’ve recovered from your cold btw

[@cathedral94]

I got the mini in red and love it.it’s light and I can fit it anywhere.I don’t need a big ass phone with a huge screen in my pocket. If I want a bigger screen I have my iPad for that.

[@coffeehigh420]

you know they are coming out with iPhone 13 in like a month from now right ? why didn't you just wait?

[@fastermasterlas456]

I love this iphone also this is my first phone ever ive been using it for 2 days and loved it i recommend buying it

[@bltelysian]

Aaah I want one so bad! Looks so nice...

[@stormshadow9]

I just got mine, had the iPhone 8 and I love it!

[@Miziskandar]

Thanks dude! I have the black 12 mini 128gb and I love it ever since. I’m actually surprised there are some things I haven’t discovered till I saw this vid😳

[@MABACTS]

256GB 12 Pro Max in Graphite! Loving it so far!

[@ygambrose2508]

This vid talks nothing about that

[@MABACTS]

@@ygambrose2508 I believe he asked which iPhone you were looking forward to getting, or something to that effect. Either way, this comment is 5 months old. Get a life.

[@sharonwhite3940]

Thanks a lot for info! Very helpful I just got the mini & trying to figure out where to go so use to. The home button

[@mister-Kayne]

Also wondering what will happen to all the applications that I can authenticate using the Touch ID 🤣

[@avamarella]

i got a purple 128gb mini and i am so excited to open it up 😁😁😁

[@joostvanderlee9569]

I went from a 6S to a 12 mini, so this was very helpful

[@mabelyounes8156]

Same!

[@ryuuenkai7614]

Same!

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

I just got my iPhone mini! I’ve been waiting a loooong time for it! Sick and tired of huge cellphones! I’m glad apple released this baby! And I love it!👌😎👍👉❤️

[@baseballchica1346]

The MLB At-bat app niiiice. Haha from a fellow baseball fanatic, I loved your review! I’m literally going to buy the mini tonight. I thought about buying the 13, but it’s just not necessary. I need to upgrade though, I’ve been holding on to my iPhone 7 for dear life LOL. Thanks for the tips!

[@menscherde]

Thanks for the video! Very interesting! Didn't know that you can swipe down left or right on ios to get to either quick settings or notifications. Missing this feature on android since the good old cyanogenmod days!

[@jamesparker5462]

Great job! Really covered a lot of neat features! Thank you!

[@markwalters1111]

I recently went from an iPhone 7 to the iPhone 12 Pro mainly because of the U1 chip and LiDAR sensor. I have small hands and despite trying to get used to it over several months, I just found myself moving to the iPhone 12 Mini and immediately loved the size for my small hands and fitting into your pocket. Using my iPhone 12 Pro a bit now like an iPad Micro.

[@juicygamer9724]

Trueeee imo a phone should be comfortable in your hands, sure the newer models have the nice features but in the 12 mini you arnt really losing much,same camera sensors,same processor, and incredibly small chase and bezels it’s incredible how they could fit so much in a tight spaced iPhone

[@MaiElizabeth]

Gonna get on probably by February or March. Might go for the usual black.

[@tigz68]

This was so godamn helpful!

[@jturcios]

Traded in my clunky 7plus and picked up a 256GB 12 mini. Wow, this thing is amazing and nearly the same screen size as my old 7plus.

[@vics.603]

Why 256 GB?

[@ycsstudios1130]

@@vics.603 it don’t matter

[@khalidien35]

@@vics.603 It is very handy if you do a lot of 4k 60fps video for an extended period of time without a computer to offload them. If you do music with it, it can also be handy as some libraries can be huge. Hope it helps. Cheers

[@trek6942]

Hey I’m coming from the iPhone 4 so this helped a lot!

[@nararyapavillion8738]

It’s superb... fit in my pocket and my hand....

[@johnfarel3152]

Also everyone talks about loving the new form factor but I actually thought the SE2 was a better looking phone. I still prefer this one because it’s smaller and yet still has more screen space but my black se2 was just so slick to look at.

[@kaisjdionisio]

Very useful tips. Thank you.

[@thinker5270]

Thanks for the tips.

[@airplanevideos5825]

I just ordered the iPhone 12 mini red!

[@Ayb218]

Thanks, I love iPhone 12 Mini 👍

[@nobletravistn]

If anyone bought the iPhone 12 mini the otter box defender is also a good case. I wasn’t much for the defender cases but the mini is so small and slim the otter box doesn’t make it too big.

[@dayak8924]

very helpful thanks!

[@tamasmihaly1]

I acquired the transparent semisynthetic polymer case with beveled edges and a very premium design. It came with the phone. Premium, premium.

[@angelw5767]

Thanks for the video. Do you know why my 12 mini screen has a blue tint to it? Google hasn't helped much. Thanks

[@dogsbyfire]

Nicely done. Thank you!

[@manuelnavarro317]

Great review

[@inthemaking4307]

Nice review and demo. Im 1st time user. I appreciate how to use gesture on apple

[@gracemariechumley2449]

Great information. I just bought my iPhone mini and can't figure out how to do burst mode or long exposures to blur water pictures. Any hints?

[@reginabethp.moreno9402]

white, 128 GB. loving the size and weight

[@stenlaretei7016]

My iphone journey has been amazing. So i went from 4s to 5s then 7 and then 12 mini. I got the green 64gb

[@NateHiggers369]

Just ordered the blue mini td, hype asf! Upgrading from a SE (2nd generation)

[@nyseldias21]

Same here how’s your battery on the mini?

[@NateHiggers369]

@@nyseldias21 it’s not bad tbh, I let the phone die completely tho a couple times and that’s what starts to kill the battery life but it’s at 98% still so hey lol. My SE was at like 80%. I like this mini a lot tho

[@leondowdy5738]

i got the iPhone 12 mini in purple 256gb and it is cool so far, coming over from android, trying to get used to it, it is a pretty cool phone though.

[@marcd1981]

Thank you for this video. I just moved from the dark side (Android) to the iPhone 12 Mini yesterday. I see you have a link for AnyTrans above, but I was trying the free methods of transferring my Android data to my iPhone first. After using two different apps, my contacts and apps transferred to the iPhone, but the texts and photos only transferred partially. Do you have a recommended way of getting all texts and photos transferred? Thank you and Happy Holidays!

[@balesmith8936]

this was epic finally a quality video and detailed thank you sir

[@Offsides09]

Thank you for the information.

[@Phospherone]

Good video! I just picked up the 12 Mini in purple after coming from the Xr and SE 2.

[@nyseldias21]

How’s the battery on your phone mate?

[@Phospherone]

@@nyseldias21 sorry for the late reply! Just found your comment. It’s good. I don’t get to use my phone a whole lot because I work in a warehouse. It’s standby time is fantastic. I can have anywhere from 70% or more for it’s battery life on a single charge. If I’m using FaceTime for a long period of time I see it drain quicker. I haven’t tried gaming yet, but moderate use seems like it’s more than capable to contend with.

[@javtimestwo]

I can't wait to get the mini in a couple weeks. thanks for all the tips and tricks. believe it or not, i had no idea about that scanning feature in the control center. i need to use that feature more often. thanks for sharing that tip at the very end of the video. great job!

[@legendplays14]

Is the phone good?

[@javtimestwo]

@@legendplays14 the 12 is terrible. why? the 13 has better battery life by a mile. the 12 is just not very good for the battery. anybody who has the 12 sure does with they had the 13 for the battery life

[@moniquemolina4281]

First, I just figured out, on my iPhone 12 Mini, is having the ability to ‘double’ or ‘triple tap’ on the Apple symbol on the back of the phone to perform more than one thing. Go to Settings > Accessibility > Touch > Back Tap. I’ve used it to take screenshots real quick because sometimes when I use the Up Volume and the Power button, I end up locking my phone by accident. So having the option to just double tap the back of my phone makes it much easier to do. Second, when you use a MagSafe Apple case and put it on your phone; it will make a small sound and your case design will pop up on your phone once you have attached it. Enjoy! 😁✌🏼

[@joanneazeez9938]

I have the 12 mini in purple ❤️ it thanks for sharing

[@calexj903]

Good video. I'll take all you got for the 12 mini. Just got the purple 128 and it is a new experience coming from my SE (2017). Thanks

[@js4313]

I love the purple it literally released 5 days after I got the green. But I came from a purple s9 plus. If I saw purple I probably would’ve gotten it

[@calexj903]

@@js4313 it's very pretty. now i have to get a clear otter case to protect it! ;)

[@mr.tellithowitis106]

Just got the purple today !! My favorite one 😎 ever

[@fireball2275]

I’m coming from a 6s plus hopefully so looking forward with that

[@catsven1973]

Thanks !! Is there any way to lock with a password the galery ?

[@jayson6812]

i cant wait to get this phone

[@bollesnurr9865]

I got the black iPhone 12 mini 128gb and it’ll arrive in about a week. I’m upgrading from a space grey iPhone 5s 16gb that I’ve had for almost seven years. I had to replace it since the charging port was so worn it was next to being unusable. Suprisingly though, I managed to survive on just 16gb. I had to constantly manage my apps and photos but I made it work. Cosmetically the phone is still in good condition.

[@nico69du66]

Wahou You re a warrior ! Good choice with the mini, enjoy it !

[@levaldu59380]

Same for me, I still have the IPhone 5s with 16 gb. I plan to buy the IPhone 12 mini. Please let me have your opinion about your new phone ! 😀

[@bollesnurr9865]

Val D, I just got it and I’ve tried it for two days. The size is very comfortable yet the screen feels large due to the small bezels. I haven’t used this phone much but I’m already more comfortable using this phone than the 5s I’ve had for seven years. Typing with one hand is very comfortable and it won’t freeze up like the 5s. The new iOS is also very nice with plenty of options for personalisation. As every reviewer has said the battery isn’t great, I haven’t tried it that much but it’s a slight upgrade in battery life from the 5s. I’ve never been the type of person to take a lot of pictures but with these cameras taking good pictures is easy. So far I highly recommend this phone if the battery life of the 5s wasn’t a problem for you. EDIT: the battery is draining slower now, I guess it’s draining fast the first time since it’s doing a lot of stuff in the background when it’s new.

[@levaldu59380]

@@bollesnurr9865 Thank you very much for your feedback ! I strongly hesitate between the normal 12 and the 12 mini. I want a bigger screen than my 5s but the 6.1 inch phone is maybe too big for me. 🤷🏻‍♂️ I want to keep my phone for a long time so I don't want to make a mistake in this choice. 😂

[@bollesnurr9865]

@@levaldu59380 the screen is very large though, I think I’ve heard somewhere that the 12mini has the same sized screen as iPhone 6s Plus. So as I’ve said the shape is perfect for one handed use and the screen is a very good size. From a video Linus Tech Tips posted today they said that the normal iPhone 12 was too big for one handed use and too small for double handed use. I can’t confirm this but I wouldn’t want a larger phone than the 12 mini.

[@chechevichka8282]

Please, give the link of wallpapers. They’re hella good

[@maksimroglic5134]

Can you switch sides for control center and notifications? From Left to right corner and reverse?

[@mobeleashdontforgetyourpho9099]

We love the iPhone 12 Mini, best all-rounder, size, camera and screen quality. mobeleash

[@heisenberg69]

Please, tell us what different colours ALL the cases come in!

[@kyroncook]

great review!

[@MrMosoani]

I just bought one today. I don't usually use the power button on my Android phone to lock my phone. Is there a way a way we can lock it without using the power button and assistive touch?

[@beni2202]

Thanks for the video. Can you share wallpapers ? 😁

[@davidjacobs6244]

No he can’t.

[@gracewilliams1760]

I'm getting mine tomorrow actually my first iphone ever... i hope all goes well

[@sunnyboy8644]

nice tips.

[@shanangf778]

Got the blue one 256GB. Love the size ❤👌🏼

[@remedy238]

Thank you so informative

[@yellowcake.]

Received my black mini this morning. Have an SE so the screen size is perfect. I do wish I knew the device did not come w/a charger. That is now on my shopping list.

[@hollywoodthedj1673]

Just use your charger you use for the SE it will still charge just a little slower!

[@yellowcake.]

@@hollywoodthedj1673 Thanks!

[@Jesse-fx2xe]

Is 12mini has the same Lock Screen sound bug? If you put the magsafe charger or case on, if would instantly change the Lock Screen sound, even keyboard typing sound. if you reboot the phone, it goes back to normal. I believe the magsafe changes something inside ghe the phone.

[@rayancooley1178]

I have just got 12mini it is a perfect phone

[@Phospherone]

Re-watching on my 12 mini, because I’m an enthusiast. 😁

[@rebeccaswank9848]

Very helpful 😊

[@193Marauder]

Nice cases, but are they MagSafe accessories compatible?