iPhone 13 mini review - 2 weeks later | Mark Ellis Reviews

I’ve spent two weeks with the iPhone 13 mini. Having switched from the iPhone 12 Pro, I was curious to see how the battery fared, and if I could get used to such a small phone. Here’s what I discovered.
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01:18 - The boring stuff
01:47 - Battery life
03:44 - Form factor
05:48 - Camera
10:50 - Living with it
12:55 - Conclusion
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[@MarkEllisReviews]

Right… hands up if you’re switching from a bigger phone to the iPhone 13 mini ⬇️

[@TimWhild]

It is always your reviews that get me in the shit with my wife 😂. I'm a 12 Pro user and the only thing that bugs me is having a brick in my pocket while I'm running. Definitely upgrading.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

@@TimWhild 😂 I get told that a lot 🙈

[@TimWhild]

@@MarkEllisReviews to be fair I don't need much encouragement 😂

[@jandekker6008]

Sounds like a change is as good as a rest. How else would an iPhone 12 feel 'boring', or smaller screen feel like an upgrade? Now I don't keep my phone in my pocket or (I don't think) use it one-handed, so my reasons for smallness aren't there. I've currently got a 7, so big (or iPhone 13 size) feels like a real upgrade to me, because it's what I haven't got now. I know the minis have more 'real estate' than my 7, but I was surprised how small one still felt when I gave it a quick look in my local Tesco. Weirdly, it felt narrower than the 7. That's probably because the screen is taller but just as wide. Having said all this, after a few years of 'big phone', I'm sure I'll leap back to mini mode again...because we always want the thing we haven't got.

[@billfroug]

@@jandekker6008 Your feeling was right. Due to the aspect ratio of 19.5:9 the screen of the 13 mini is actually one millimeter narrower than the screen of the iphone 7 with its 16:9 aspect ratio.

[@kockgunner]

If Apple continues to refine the mini by increasing battery life, and reducing bezel sizes, it will be so perfect. The iPhone 5 was made for human hands and the mini is almost there.

[@niborrandoacho]

Totally

[@izaskunmuruzaballecumberri2083]

Well, looks like the 13 will be the last iphone with mini version

[@tayk-47usa41]

@@izaskunmuruzaballecumberri2083 thats just random rumours, we will find out next year

[@rockonmadonna]

Correct. At 5.4” it has a great screen width but is still slightly too big. What matters is width for full-screen photo and video size. Apple needs to decrease the rim around the screen and between the screen and sides to make the most of the space. They can also make the phones slightly shorter because there’s plenty of dead screen space above and below full screen, even with the atrocious eyesore of the “notch.” Doing this, they can make the mini 5.2” easily, which is ergonomic perfection and allows one free hand and easier phone calls, what a phone is for!

[@WhiterockFTP]

It is so nice already, no need to wait! The battery is really nice - especially if you upgrade from a 6/6s/7/8

[@shem44]

I changed from 12 pro max to 13 mini. It's a huge change and managed to save my fingers and wrist from the heavy weight of the max. Really love to go back to the era of iphone 4.

[@randy5297]

Hey shem, Can you tell how the 13 mini battery life is holding up on day to day basis?

[@shem44]

@@randy5297 I'm not a heavy user and only use for web surfing, social media and youtube watching. At the end of the day I'm left with about 30%. My 12 pro max will be left with 70%. I would say this phone is not for heavy user and if you are, u may want to consider batt pack if u r always on the move away from ac charger.

[@aasthapandey734]

Exactly, i am also tired of heavy weight phones and was willing to have a lighter one to work with.

[@emadrid89]

I have the 12 pro max right now , and want to make the same change as you … how is it so far ???

[@shem44]

@@emadrid89 Perfect. The screen size took me about 2 weeks to get used to it as I moved from 12 pro max which is way bigger. Now it looks very normal. The 12 pro max is with my wife and when I use it now, it feels like an ipad mini......you seriously have to try the mini to truly appreciate the long lost ease of use ever since phone gets bigger and bigger. It is so light that I dont even feel it in my pocket. 12 pro max is simply a brick.

[@deniselinsangan5177]

The most helpful review of the mini ever! Thank you!

[@theolufson]

Just stumbled across this review and wow! Best 13 Mini review I’ve seen thus far. Subbed. :)

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Wow. Thanks so much!

[@Bimp_Lizkit]

One of the best iPhone reviews I have ever seen, regardless of model. Very on-point, practical and no bullsh!t or deep dive into specs that is often a little unnecessary . Keep it up!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Wow! Thanks, Ian!

[@DarthLai]

What a nice channel! pleasant voice and manner of speaking, honest content, no excessive scenes :) Well done, looking forward to new videos

[@benfinley3643]

thanks for the great review! your tech reviews are definitely among the higher quality ones on youtube.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Wow - thanks!

[@kellanparker7229]

Well done, Mark. In the modern world where companies keep enlarging their phones, smaller ones tend to stand out. I love how we can once again text with one hand :) i love the classic usage, this reminds me of my first iPhone which was iPhone 5. Believe it or not, I still have it in my drawer. So far, you're my new favorite Apple reviewer.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

I'm honoured by that - thanks!

[@ballagh]

Recently my son lost his iPhone in a lake and we dug out my old 5s to tide him over (I had a 7 with a broken screen that he eventually got after repairs and a new battery). I’d completely forgotten what a pleasure the 5 was to handle, particularly compared to current phones. It’s now sitting as the house backup phone and works perfectly fine.

[@tylerblack9108]

Have you not used the swipe keyboard it works wonderfully

[@x7yo7x]

Love that someone is doing reviews after a bit of time using the product than straight away from the box

[@derbygirle]

Amen! Thank you so much. This is exactly what I’m about to have delivered! Have had the 11pro max and will NOT miss the lead foot phone, which I just want to prop up to use most of the time. Thank u thank u!

[@arielangeloaquino4780]

no boring stuff here. subscribed! thanks for those vids!

[@gernith]

I’m loving my 13 mini. Didn’t like the close up photo ability at first, but then found I could move back a bit and zoom in, and that works well.

[@Natallii127]

Fresh IPhone 13 mini user here and I must say I'm in love with it! Everything in it is wonderful! Would recommend it to every fan of smaller phones

[@123123baztard]

I’ve just ordered one these, I’m even happier now. Well done chap!

[@marcusmarcus3934]

Picking mine up today from the 12 pro max. Looking forward to the one handed use. Making me feel nostalgic about the 4s. Great review btw. Definitely subscribing.

[@VernDediccio9021]

The vibes…the voice…the choice…love it all about your videos. There’s serene calmness there. ☕️

[@MarkEllisReviews]

😊 thank you

[@jucci69]

Thanks mate, this was the best tech review I´ve seen for ages. Excellent work! You also sealed my decision on the next phone.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

That's lovely to hear - glad I could help!

[@Robin-yc8gq]

I like your reviews! Got my iPhone 13 mini 3 weeks ago and I absolutely love it so far. Everything you say is correct!

[@tonymartino7892]

Rocket ship in your pocket, brilliant. Thank you for the no bs presentation. I just decided on the 13 mini today and was kind of excited to run out tomorrow and pick one up. Now I’m really excited! A like and subscription is the least I can do. Thanks again. 😎

[@unanimousreporting8250]

Great review right to the point and honest no "intermission" type shenanigans going on.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thank you!

[@noogies5343]

After watching your review, I decide to buy this 13 mini and I feels like much happier now since I could grip this phone very well in my (small) hands. I know the battery life won't be as same as 12 Pro that I've been used before, but this new mini is going with fine battery too. Even Pro version has great colors such as Graphite, but this mini has come with new Starlight color which is one of my new favorite color tho, looks more elegant than regular silver alumunium. This 13 mini is such a great update, hope the selling number is increase far better, so Apple will keep mini production for a good in future. Thank you for your video mate!

[@amandagibbins8112]

Thank you for making the chapters of ur video they are so so so helpful

[@motorcycleartist]

I got my daughter a 13 mini, loved it so much I'm getting the red model soon..such a fantastic phone..powerful n compact

[@BxVelocity]

Great review, I love how you get rid of all the boring stuff so quickly and so flippantly! I have a mini and I find the screen more than adequate. I find it odd how people actually call it a mini and forget it’s screen is almost as large as that of the plus sized iPhones 7 and 8 of just a few years ago…

[@denissmith7671]

To be fair, while watching 16:9 content, the usable diagonal is around 4.5 inches

[@MarkEllisReviews]

The boring stuff definitely has a place - I’m just glad other people cover it!

[@elm4nsuri]

@@denissmith7671 this.

[@iali00]

Had the same switch from iPhone 12 Pro to the iPhone 13 Mini and couldn’t be happier. Will hold on to it as long as possible. Maybe Apple will bring back the mini again in the future. Mark is right, the battery life is just fine. I do more on the mini than I did with my 12 Pro.

[@jeroenpostma908]

Good review, was thinking for some time to get the mini - many thanks for convincing me :)

[@andym5444]

Nice review Mark. I picked up an iPhone 13 mini this week and really pleased with it. Great form factor, screen size is great and not as small as maybe I was expecting so fine for all I use on the iPhone. Also agree on the battery life been absolutely fine for my daily use and as you say MagSafe items seem to fit the mini perfectly. Great little iPhone and really hope Apple keep this model in their line up and just improve it going forward.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Glad you're enjoying it!

[@seven2736]

WEll, I must say...I've been researching all the new iPhone 13's and yoU gave me ALL I need to know to make my decision! I haven't upgraded since my ever-so-steady iPhone 6s so this IS a big jump for me. And even though my 6s is still working absolutely fine I've hit the wall as far as updates! Gotta love thAT. Anyway, I'm in! Thanks [as always] for a great/animated intelligent review of the mini!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Awesome! Glad I could help!

[@jetreyes6132]

The iPhone 13 Mini is my next upgrade next month. I love it’s size. It’s pocket friendly. Better specs, OS & camera wise. Better battery life. My day to day smartphone. And lastly, portability made me sway to lust for this phone. Thank you for your unbiased review!

[@sushilkhushalani6618]

Bro how's your mini going are u having any issues with the battery life??

[@varghesebabu7696]

The best review available in the interest so far 🎉 thanks mate

[@Himlovesrunning]

Simple no nonsense approach and to the point. Thanks 👍

[@MattSmartAE]

What a wonderfully refreshing take on a newly released device. Kudos to you Mark.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thank you, Matt - that genuinely means the world.

[@analogikahamburg]

Been on a 13 mini for two weeks. It’s absolutely PERFECT in every way - the only thing I miss dearly from the Xs is the zoom lens. Wide angle is great, but a 50mm equivalent is so useful.

[@ancientslav4863]

Well, apparently, Apple are idiots who only look at sales (ofc, that's what a company has to do and does, but still...), cause the 14 line doesn't have a mini. Only iPhone 14, 14 max, 14 pro and 14 pro max. The pro version supposedly have pill + hole cutout and the regular two have still remained the notch. So only 6.1 and 6.7 inch phones. So you can choose either oh, i"well, it kinda fits"Phone or i"damn, this shit is too big"Phone this year. As a guy who worked with 6.7, 6.55, then immediately switched to a long term 6.1 inchers (S10 + P30) and STILL, even with regular sized hands, wished for smaller... the 5.4 inch 12/13 mini were almost perfect shape, size and weight. The 12 mini had a bad notch, top speaker placement, speaker sound, battery life, but the 13 mini refreshed it all. And now theres no 14 mini because of....reasons?! Because it dodnt sell that well? What? In my country, the 12-13 regular//pro/pro max are always stock, yet 12/13 mini are always sold out. Then the biggest comapny here makes stock with several and immediately sold out. Apple - PEOPLE WANT POCKET SIZED, ONE HAND PHONES OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! btw-a 5.2 would be great too, but a 4.7 (iPhone 6/7/8) are too small. Imagine a sub 130g 5.2 inch iPhone 14 mini with no notch, 3500mAh battery. You can do it if you omit the shit wireless charging, bs faceID (fingerprints are faster and more secure) etc

[@analogikahamburg]

@@ancientslav4863 Yes, if the rumours prove true, that would be really unfortunate. My take on the 13 mini from two weeks in still holds absolutely true: it's the *perfect* phone, but the missing zoom lens is a real bummer at times.

[@ancientslav4863]

@@analogikahamburg For me, a perfect iPhone is one that loses the notch (kinda what 14 pro line will have), 5.4 inch like 13 mini or smaller 5.2, USB-C instead of lightning, 3.5mm jack, fast charging at least 30W, 120hz oled, 2 day battery life on 3500mAh and 499$. Thus, this will never happen ever

[@analogikahamburg]

@@ancientslav4863 I hear you on USB-C and 2-day battery life. The rest, I really don't care about - except price. But a product's gotta cost what it's gotta cost.

[@andrem5843]

Awesome review. You've sold me on the 13 mini. I've been using the galaxy note 8 for 5 years and I'm due for an upgrade. I enjoy the larger screen but hate the feeling of having a giant phone in my pocket. Thanks for the amazing review!

[@jejmoss11]

By far the best review I've seen for the mini. Thanks.

[@assahnyathi2264]

Was doubting it when I bought it but I’m loving it now so many people are recommending it

[@ikhan920]

My thoughts exactly! I am absolutely in love with my new iPhone 13 Mini. I don’t think I can ever go back to a larger iPhone. I don’t think I’ve been this enthusiastic about a phone in a very long time. I really hope #Apple keeps it around and improves on it every year. @Apple if you’re listen, please please please keep this model around! Thanks for for the great review by the way.

[@elm4nsuri]

r u 12 ?

[@LAMB_SAUCE]

If you would ever want to get another iPhone in the future then you will have to go back to a larger iPhone since 13 mini its going to be last existing iPhone mini.

[@jeremygreenwood2668]

Thanks Mark, exactly the review I was looking for, coming from a 12, I eventually opted for the mini but battled for ages with screen size.

[@composimple364]

Omg I can’t say enough how much I love your voice

[@sg2664]

Fantastic review. Best review I’ve seen on the mini. Thanks for not doing the specs/benchmarks (so boring and meaningless to so many users) and instead focusing on your user experience. Well done!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Wow, thank you!

[@Dawid46]

Indeed. Honestly, it’s my first time when I watched Mark Ellis review. I’d add his radio like voice is very nice, calm and makes watching even more encoruges. Thank you for review. Subscribed.

[@eamonob84]

Yep, love it when we get a good reviewer like this who doesn’t list off the specs we all know and tells us instead exactly how the device performs everyday and what to expect.

[@VeenFavorites]

Very nice review and this echoes exactly how i feel about the iphone 13 mini. Had the same doubts and went even back and forth between the regular 12 and 13 mini. Because of the weight I already switched from the 12 pro to the regular 12 . Glad to have made the choice because the mini does not feel intrusive anymore and finally blends in normal life.

[@jablondon7254]

First of your videos I have seen. Absolutely love your approach and eloquent delivery of your thoughts. Bang on. Subscribed! I will be ordering my iPhone 13 Mini tomorrow...

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Awesome - thanks! And enjoy the mini!

[@CrueLoaf]

Taking a similar journey. Ordered a 13 Mini. Upgrading from a 10 Max but don’t want a bigger heavier iPhone so had a moment where I considered a much much smaller iPhone. Negotiated a two year contract rather than a three so v happy. Should arrive tomorrow.

[@katrinas2752]

This was the very best review I’ve seen. I’m moving from a 7 and the only thing holding me back from the mini was my desire for larger screen size. I have small hands and was apprehensive about the 13 size. But as this video points out, my 7 screen size is actually smaller than the mini. So basically I’ll get the best of both worlds with the mini. The $100 difference makes no difference and the battery life is fine for me since I’m not a heavy video user. Thanks a big bunch.

[@rzadigi]

I’m in the same situation currently having a 7 and can’t decide on the 13 mini or the pro. Tough decision!! Haha. Did u make a selection and are you happy with your choice?

[@IsleSeat]

Great review, Mark, well done and inline with my personal findings. Not only do I spend less time gazing at my phone now, I am also a lot more comfortable carrying the phone in my shirt pocket or pants. For major media content consumption, I use an Ipad Pro. thanks again for such a good heads up and let's see the sales result for the 13 mini

[@torontoross]

So glad I discovered your reviews. One of the best.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thank you 😊

[@jignavadher1586]

That is the coolest iphone case i’ve ever seen! The orange one! loved it 🧡

[@udon6743]

saw this when looking for a review on the new mini. Stayed and watch due to the voice. You can do podcast with that voice.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thank you! And I already do 😊 podcasts.apple.com/podcast/eight-or-sixteen/id1567934849

[@simeon60]

Thank you for your informative review. I’m a longtime iPhone user, having had a 3GS, 4s, 6 and 8, the latter is still in use. The battery life is still good enough for me. I had budgeted to change it last year, but I didn’t. I am happy with the screen size on the 8 as I have an iPad Pro for most things, other than photos and phone calls. The iPhone is only for use when the iPad isn’t available. Having listened to your review and others, I have viewed the Mini and consider it to be the most suitable. It’ll continue to comfortably fit in my trouser pocket and my hand. Perhaps just as importantly, I’m used to a smaller screen, so I’ll be benefiting from a slight improvement. I’ve now ordered the Mini, didn’t need to change, but the 8 has done me well and still has trade in value! Thanks for your review I’ve found it to be very helpful.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

I’m glad I could help in some small way 😉

[@girl2mom]

Just like you, my first was 3GS and then 4s, 5s, 6s and currently using XR and I find the phone rather huge in my front pocket. Thinking of getting a 13mini. I just hope the battery run as good as my XR.

[@ballagh]

Similar journey, although you started a little earlier, 4, 5s, 7, and currently SE2020. I’m currently near the end of the contract, but I think I’ll wait another year before going again however O2 are already throwing offers around to keep me in the cycle and the 13mini is tempting.

[@Erin-mp5jh]

How do you like it? I’m considering upgrading from the 8 to the mini as well

[@alpine5551]

Greetings from the PNW. Thanks for the info! I’m making the jump from an iPhone 8 Plus to the 13 mini and was a little concerned about the size differences. Very helpful review!!

[@joebarh]

thanks mate, you helped me a lot confirming my excitement for this mini beast...upgrading from iphone 8

[@mp7939]

Watching on my 13 mini :) really nice video!👍🏻

[@halohalomotomoto]

I love my 13 mini! It has the perfect size and weight. The battery life has been fantastic. I hope Apple keeps this on their line up.

[@marinamarkova7916]

Can you share how much the battery holds for you and with what usage? Thanks :)

[@mokeyrock]

@@marinamarkova7916 I tend to use it from 6 am to 10 pm with 20% , I was actually surprised that even after a day on university y still managed to have around 45% left on battery at 7pm and used it to run and listen to music for 1 hour and it only dropped 5% and still managed to watch some videos. It is really good

[@ancientslav4863]

Well, apparently, Apple are idiots who only look at sales (ofc, that's what a company has to do and does, but still...), cause the 14 line doesn't have a mini. Only iPhone 14, 14 max, 14 pro and 14 pro max. The pro version supposedly have pill + hole cutout and the regular two have still remained the notch. So only 6.1 and 6.7 inch phones. So you can choose either oh, i"well, it kinda fits"Phone or i"damn, this shit is too big"Phone this year. As a guy who worked with 6.7, 6.55, then immediately switched to a long term 6.1 inchers (S10 + P30) and STILL, even with regular sized hands, wished for smaller... the 5.4 inch 12/13 mini were almost perfect shape, size and weight. The 12 mini had a bad notch, top speaker placement, speaker sound, battery life, but the 13 mini refreshed it all. And now theres no 14 mini because of....reasons?! Because it dodnt sell that well? What? In my country, the 12-13 regular//pro/pro max are always stock, yet 12/13 mini are always sold out. Then the biggest comapny here makes stock with several and immediately sold out. Apple - PEOPLE WANT POCKET SIZED, ONE HAND PHONES OMFG!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! btw-a 5.2 would be great too, but a 4.7 (iPhone 6/7/8) are too small. Imagine a sub 130g 5.2 inch iPhone 14 mini with no notch, 3500mAh battery. You can do it if you omit the shit wireless charging, bs faceID (fingerprints are faster and more secure) etc

[@AntLive29]

The mini has been discontinued

[@themomvlogger1856]

@@AntLive29 why has it been discontinued?

[@0902carol]

Amazing review, cuts right to the chase. So helpful, thanks!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thank you!

[@lenaramdenee8720]

You’re literally a life saver.. thanks for this amazing review!!!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

You are so welcome!

[@SquirreliciousMe]

Finally, a review from someone who understands what the mini is for and who it is targeted at. Bizarrely enough we were discussing this at work today with my colleagues - one of whom has the 13 mini and loves it - for all the reasons you mention - such as the one handed use capability. He finds with his use it does a couple of days between charges during the week.

[@joshpembers]

My favorite iPhone ever. (love one hand use & ability to easily fit in pocket...plus it has all I need and more.)

[@drgloster]

That was just what I needed to see Mark. I’ve been agonising for months as to what iPhone to upgrade to, and now I know, so thanks for that.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Glad to be of assistance!

[@elainemagson213]

What a lovely chap. Thank you for your clarity and enthusiasm. I’m sold!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Haha - thanks!

[@muddy_boots]

this is an amazing phone , recently shifted from 11 pro to 13 mini … small size and very powerful gadget. absolutely loving it …all these years cant get out of that feeling to hold iphone 4/4s/5 … alwayz wondered now this had to shift back to those incredible sizes ..

[@MarkEllisReviews]

So many people are shifting!

[@sir2gooo]

Fantastic review. My brand new iPhone 12 Pro (had it for 5 days) got stolen at a music festival last weekend, and I'm looking for something reasonably priced to replace it. The whole time I had the Pro I thought it was a little too big, and now I'm looking forward to returning to the 5.4" footprint.

[@dr.canfluff]

Very helpful video, thank you. Buying one tomorrow

[@brancho8600]

This review just helped me decide to go on ip13 mini really.. I was stuck between mini & pro, but now i have decided already.. thank you!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

No problem! Glad I could help!

[@chargerman165]

One of most informative videos I have seen so thanks. Had Max ever since was a Max. Upgraded 12PM And got 13 Max but due to little extra thickness and larger larger camera bump return got 13 Pro and very happy. Carry two phones so upgrade 12 to 13 Mini and really like it. Was funny when you said 12 Pro seemed massive compared to 13 Mini because definitely the case and as I said used to have Max. I also would recommend the Mini or the 13 Pro and once again great video. Thanks

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Ah, glad it worked for you!

[@kristynlawson383]

I absolutely LOVE my new 13 mini! ❤️

[@high4travel]

love your accent...very soothing and informative

[@kuhasan]

Excellent review. Thank you

[@neilbissett1240]

You should be sponsored by them great review as ever mate 😎

[@kunal9346]

I thought I had made a unique decision to move from the 12 pro max to the mini…but scrolling through the comments made me realise so many others have done the same. Absolutely loving it! One handed use, in-pocket comfort, less downward pressure on track pants are all serious advantages…

[@MarkEllisReviews]

No, you're really not alone judging by these comments!

[@kunal9346]

@Tweed Penguin O Wise One - thank you for showing me the light. I will aspire to have the same level of self confidence that you have so that I too, can some day, go on KZbin comments and distribute unwanted advice.

[@shouldhavenotshouldof2031]

@Tweed Penguin Why do you need to post snarky comments to feel better about yourself?

[@luisp2727]

Thanks this helped me a lot… was thinking about to change from a 12pro max and all my questions were answered 🔥🔥🔥

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Glad I could help!

[@driftersky]

It is pleasant to listen to you... your talking voice would be ideal for booking readings or maybe broadcasting... Anyway, I'm intrigued about 13 mini... I miss my iPhone se1 and was wishing it was full screen with excellent camera and power. This is actually my dream phone... except 1 year late as I just switch from se1 to Pixel phone early last year. Might get this phone, I really like it!

[@11sdfsdfsdfsdf]

Outstanding video!! Did the same... traded in my 12 ProMax for the 13 mini and love it... don't miss the bigger, heavier... bloated Max at all!!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thank you!

[@yungfrancis777]

Besides the 6 & X i’ve had all of the Plus/Max versions that Apple offers of iPhone, but the 13 mini is an exquisite device, certainly the 5.8 inch screen is perfectly sized.

[@buzzburman2235]

Thanks for this review, really helpful and really reassuring about switching to a smaller phone.

[@le_mon_tree]

Thx man, love picture quality!

[@MCRealEstateSG]

Absolutely love your review. As I’m watching this, iPhone 14 has launched for pre-ordering where I am but I was actually inclined to getting the iPhone 13 mini save for the same concerns of battery life and screen size that you had. With this review, I’m gonna just go ahead and get the 13 mini! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thank you - enjoy!

[@jcap8391]

@@MarkEllisReviews In terms of just video quality what is better the pixel 7 or the 13 mini. I'm coming from 4xl but video is horrendous with lots of noise. I hope you respond. Ty for your time 👍

[@MarkEllisReviews]

@@jcap8391 Apple always wins on video quality in my experience!

[@ritzie3131]

What a wonderful, enthusiastic, honest review! I just ordered the 13 mini (wont get it til the end of Sept) because I LOVE LOVE LOVE the 12 minii, and I heard they are not going to make the mini in the next versions. The ONLY thing that's been frustrating with the 12 mini is the battery. In fact, I had to get a new one afte ronly 1-1/2 years. I have never had a pro phone, but the regular 11 felt too big for my hand and didn't fit well in every pocket or purse. Once I got the 12 mini, I never looked back. It is PERFECT! So now I look forrward to better battery life and the camera improvements. WHY WOULD APPLE NOT KEEP THE MINI IN THE LINEUP?

[@TomZach]

Loving these honest and straightforward videos. Keep up!

[@MarkEllisReviews]

I appreciate that!

[@Therealestrunnerluda]

Straightforward? It's almost 15 minutes

[@MarkEllisReviews]

@@Therealestrunnerluda you’re a bit obsessed with the 15 minute thing, aren’t you? Did you watch all of it? (you don’t have to, by the way)

[@jakehernandez839]

Amazing vid. Been thinking about upgrading from the X max and been looking at the 13 mini definitely going to get it now after watching this. Thank you so much and great work with this vid 👍🏻🙏

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Thank you!

[@harishnarayanan1439]

Great review Mark… You’re making me think about switching to a mini, and not make it sound like a downgrade 👍🏽

[@topgazza]

It’s amazing how we all get used to the smaller screen. The drive for bigger and faster is negated once you go “backwards”. Makes you wonder what we all have been doing all these years

[@rishabhmishra9161]

applied to life too ..

[@ShaferHart]

I never understood the mindless thirst people had for huge, heavy phones. Finding "small" phones in the Android world has been a huge roadblock every time I think about changing phones. On the flip side its saved me hundreds of dollars over the years as I usually stick with the same phone for years :)

[@PinayAko22205]

I’ve waited so long to have this iphone mini size ! And I love ❤️ 13mini so much!

[@Twentyfive70]

Love the video. You are such a cool guy and so chill 😎

[@bveeralreddy]

Bought my iPhone 13 mini. Very beautiful size. Doesn’t feel small. Battery is just wow. Easy full day use with 30 - 35% remaining end of the day.

[@nancybellfosler1]

Great review! My husband is going to upgrade to the 13 mini

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Nice - hope he enjoys it!

[@Ask571986]

Great review, easy to understand, to the point….perfect.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Much appreciated!

[@thellteller4723]

What an amazing narrator you are! A perfect complement to the iPhone 13 mini.

[@Halo9K]

Mark, great review and one that mirrors my own experience. You do need to at least put a minimal case on your Mini. That at least will protect against scratches. As for battery life, I put mine in Low Power mode after taking it off the charger. Whatever is turned off, I obviously don’t miss and if I do need that function I can always turn Low Power off. The end result is that I usually end the day with 60% battery remaining! As you said, battery life is NOT an issue. I was able to get a wallet like Apple's for a fraction of the price and yes, it adds depth making the Mini even easier to hold. I took off several apps that I don’t intend to use on a phone that Apple gives, mostly productivity apps as I have no intention of using a phone for spreadsheets, power point or writing papers and a host of other space eating apps. I also took off all games and anything else that detracts from the main purpose of the Mini, that of being a communications device. I do banking, texting, email and several utility type uses that make it useful. I think that’s the key, it should be USEFUL as opposed to productive. The Mini is not meant to produce stuff but it can and is useful. As a result, I have about 100GBs of storage available BUT What I have left on my Mini are apps that add usefulness to my life. Maybe the reason you like the camera is because you are using the 12 Pro Max camera system on the Mini which is nearly what you have on your 12 Pro Max iPhone. 👍🏻 I also got the iPad Mini 6 and THAT is what I use for content consumption/portable games! They actually compliment each other. Needless to say, I’m very happy with both products. Hopefully, Apple will reconsider killing the Mini or maybe they intend it to become the next SE version. I also agree that we may have hit 'peak' iPhone. Beyond speed and camera functions, there’s not much more that any of the manufacturers can offer and I also am not a fan of bigger and bigger phones. I really like being able to easily put my Mini in my front jeans pocket WITH wallet and almost forgetting it’s in there! I think that if they ever make the Apple Watch totally independent of the iPhone, I may be done with upgrading my phone once and for all. Btw, since the Apple Watch 6/7 are so fast, I've turned off the display always on feature. The result is my watch battery can almost run 2 days! The display pops on when I need it. Anyway, great review!

[@MatthewVlossak]

The iPhone Mini is my favorite phone since the 4s! I hope Apple sees how much people like the 13 Mini to keep it around

[@kalpishgambhir4381]

Thank you soo much, after all those “not” sponsored (but looks like they are) your video just cleared my confusions, I am going to get one 😄

[@CardsharkMr]

Thanks Mark, I am off to pick up one today.

[@que-tangclan5856]

I’m loving the iPhone 13 mini. Going back to the iPhone XR is like lifting a plate. The battery has been fine with the caveat that filming and editing/rendering videos in splice seem to tank the battery quickly.

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Awesome - and I guess that's the kind of thing that's going to chew away at the battery a bit!

[@parjau4554]

Two rumours I've heard which I don't like: 1) They discontinue the Mini 2) They downgrade it to replace the SE What I really want is a Mini Pro, with a telephoto lens and ProMotion that actually does go down to 10Hz for better battery life.

[@docrack7048]

And since it's tiny and light, they should make it 2mm thicker to make battery life a non issue whatsoever. But they won't do any of this, because they still want us to spend a 1000$ more for their phone.

[@NikeshDesai03]

I agree. The problem is if they didn’t have the mini I would’ve purchased the regular pro. Their spreadsheet people will realize this so there’s no financial benefit for them to keep the mini around.

[@elinavance3476]

I totally agree, but if apple makes another SE phone, I think it would have the design of the iPhone Xr/11.

[@agnesrambling]

If one day this spec does come in mini, i am going for it. I have small hands and find big phone harder to handle.

[@karencarnegie7453]

I want that too!

[@edwindatoc1000]

awesome review mate

[@jiff2323]

Did the exact same thing this year for the same reasons. Love the mini! Got the black and OMG be careful with that mat finish on the camera bump. Scratches at nothing!

[@Meshwork123]

Great review, thank you. For me, it’s interesting that the screen’s diameter is about the same as my 6s Plus, which has been more than adequate. I’m tempted then to go for the Mini - as long as the deep red colour is still available.

[@Meshwork123]

Ended up with the iPhone 11: no ‘pulse width modulation’ to worry about

[@PandaXpress17]

That's it, you sold me. I'm tired of my phone poking me in my side from it's hugeness! I'm going from the 12 pro to the 13 mini (in Starlight hehe) and you really helped me seal the deal! Great vids!!

[@edronczkowski6209]

"Finger gymnastics". Love it. I have kinda long fingers and I still struggle on my XS, being the one-handed texter that I am. I am going to sell it and get this 13 mini soon as I can.

[@theavenger3363]

Excellent review, thanks so much 🙏

[@MarkEllisReviews]

Glad it was helpful!