iPhone 13 mini Review - Everybody's Wrong. 

Do the math: iPhone 13 Mini + iPad Mini 6 = Same Cost as the IPhone 13 Pro Max.

This phone corresponds perfectly with the Steve Jobs philosophy that a phone should be capable of being used with one hand with ease. Watching this on my 12 mini 👍🏻

I love the form factor of the mini. Since I’m disabled, I operate my phone with just one hand.

The Mini is not just a phone, it’s a statement.

The only people who need unending battery life are those outside all day long and are on their phones all day long. Anyone sitting for even a portion of their day can charge their phone (especially with a wireless charger) so you can simply pick up and rest your phone on it between use. It's a huge non issue today for even phones like the iPhone SE that have relatively short batter life.

I’ve always wanted a small phone. Was never really interested in bigger phones for media consumption, although I do watch RU-vid on my phone, but I’m also currently using the 7 and it’s fine so the 13 mini would be perfect for me considering the 5s was my favourite design of all iPhones

I love my 13 mini. Watching videos on this sharp screen is perfectly fine. What really surprised me though is how good the speakers are in a phone this small. Clear, balanced, and as loud as you’d want from a phone. For me, this phone is perfect

I can’t wait to get my pathetically small hands on this thing. As someone who regularly carries out other duties (peeling a banana with one hand etc) while using my phone, the possibilities will be endless.

I love my 13 mini. If I want to watch a movie or something I’ll pull out my 12.9 inch iPad Pro

I consider myself a power user and I recently switched from my 11 pro to 13 mini and I’m loving it.

It's funny people think the mini is small when not long ago a 5.5" screen used to be the plus/ XL size. I have a 12 pro and 13 mini, i personally like the form factor of the mini. I do like the camera more on the 12 pro more. If battery life is important, pro max is definitely the way to go. However, i don't know why so many people cry about battery life now, when 99% of people are always close to a charger.

I think its amazing. I switched back from Android. I used to worry about customization and expandable memory etc, but now I don’t have time for that in my life so I switched. My battery lasts all day and more. I really wanted a small phone i could use with one hand, that lasts all day, and has flagship specs. This is that. No it isn’t for everybody. But its still bigger than the 5s, which was the last iPhone I ever had, and the perfect phone per my beliefs. This is a great second place. Coming from an S10+ was hard, but I’m glad I did. I would also go back to android one day, but not for the next few years minimum.

Just got the 13 mini after 2 years with the iPhone 11 and another two years with the iPhone 7 Plus. Needless to say there was a bit of an adjustment. I’m over 50 and need readers for text but all in all I’m really enjoying the 13 mini. Cameras are brilliant and the processor is ver snappy. Didn’t mind saving some cash in the process. Two thumbs up from me. Loved the video!

The battery of the 13 mini will last one day for sure I’m using it a lot and It can easily hold up for a whole day. I’m not playing games on it though. I use it for WhatsApp, RU-vid, social media as Instagram, Facebook and reading. Reading news and so on. If I need a bigger screen I use my new 2021 iPad mini or iPad Pro 11‘‘ so yeah. For outside and on the go the 13 mini is perfect! I even gave away my 13 pro max for the mini and I don’t regret a second !!

The 13 Mini is the best phone since the 4s IMO!

My SE 2016 was soo good, I just upgraded it the 13 mini, I'm pleased.

I have been waited for the smaller phone since years then finally replaced my iPhone XS by 13 mini. Its best phone i had ever, 5.4" is still big enough screen to write emails, posts on socials and watching YT videos or gaming. No more larger phone ever if possible.

Watching this video comfortably on an iPhone 13 mini! I love the screen in the size! I am legally blind and use a mobility cane to get around. Needless to say my vision is crap lol! This phone is working just fine. I use a combination of VoiceOver and the zoom feature both can be found and accessibility settings. So far I am enjoying the experience! My only complaint is the speakers. They don’t seem to be as good as the speakers on my iPhone 11. Also because of the small form factor I find myself accidentally activating things I didn’t want to. When I am using my thumb to type my palm or hand will activate something that I didn’t want. So far those are my only complaints but other than that really solid phone.

The 13 mini is my first flagship phone for a long while since replacing my 6s plus. I’m seeing that I’ll use this for a very long time as well.

I think it's great that Apple are offering the choice, and if I were buying one of their phones today, this is the one I'd consider. I've used a similarly sized Pixel 3a for the last 2.5 years, and found it to be a very ergonomic experience. There was a time when this size was considered huge!

Got 13 mini yesterday, starlight. Coming from XR. This is a dream. Loving the display and how pocketable it is in my shorts. Hoping it would fall less from my hand and shorts.

This phone is very close in size to my LG G6+. I certainly didn't want anything bigger!! So I think this will be a good upgrade for me, as well as my first non second hand phone! I'm excited. 💜 I also have smaller hands and an iPad for my bigger screen.

I still love my iPhone 13 mini

I love small compact phones... its unfortunate most companies are moving away from them, currently on a pixel 5 and im not an apple lover and i hate all the restrictions it has but the mini makes me wanna buy and make a small apple setup. The Iphone 5s was my favorite and honestly that phone is 1 of the best ive ever had hands down, most durable phone ive owned .

I remember watching girls type 1000 words a second on the iPhone 4. The display on the mini is the same size as 8 Plus.

All the issues would be gone if a pro mini were released, but chances are zero for that. Too bad.

had the 12 pro max and went to the pro for smaller size because i was afraid the mini battery and size would be to small. but i got the mini and use that as my daily instead of pro. i like it a lot better and it works with life in general better for me. light weight & pocket size > battery & 120hz & a couple camera features

I love my 13 mini and am 54 and “hard of sight “ 😂. But with my corrective lens, it hasn’t been a problem. I am a nurse and It is great for carrying in my uniform pocket at work.

I got the 13 Mini due to me wanting to save a bit of money along with wanting a smaller phone. It feels no different from my iPhone 12 Pro and the battery feels a SMIDGE worse then my 12 Pro however it is not anything that is draining or killing me at all. The size of the phone...is so nice. I only had one issue ever and that was when I was watching videos far away, just smaller screen but that is once in a blue moon. Texting is phenomenal even as a 6'1 man with big hands! Love this phone!

I beg to differ. I use my phone a lot. I have large hands. This to me is the best iPhone. The tech world has gone mad with the bigger screen is better. The form factor of this 5.4” iPhone is unmatched. I returned a 13 Pro for this.

These videos are so well done!

Thanks for the video. I can confirm I'm not 60+ and don't spend 10 hours a day on a phone. I think this will be my first iphone.

Noah should have 1 million subs. Such great sharp content! Keep it up.

I have the iPhone 13 mini. It's a fantastic product. I use it only as a phone, I check my email, and some banking. I get nearly 48 hours. It fits perfectly in my shirt pocket without the added weight. I have a smart TV that I watch my movies on. There is no need for a large display on a phone. Use a smart TV

I have a dream. iPhone Mini Pro. Make it thicker to accommodate all cameras and more battery. This would be awesome. And a reminder for those thinking it would be uncomfortable to hold if would be thicker: the 1st gen iPhone was 11mm thick. That's 1,1cm thick. And still was a pleasure to hold due to it's short width.

Perfect Reason To get this Phone! I have the M1 iPad Pro 12.9 I use that more than my phone lol I just wanted better cameras so this phone was perfect and budget friendly.

So I got the 13 pro…but am thinking of returning it for the 13 mini..🙄

11:23 you made me check my battery usage. 9h 58mins screen on time. Yea. I needed to charge my X twice a day which made me get the 11 Pro Max. As a next iPhone, the 13 Pro Max is what I need, but I prefer the small size of the Pro. I really love the mini, but battery life is a dealbreaker for me.

The mini is great for active people, runners, cyclists … people that don’t spend half the day on their phone.

After coming home after 18:00 with 60% battery left I just understood that it’s a perfect phone for me. The only thing I don’t like is that when I watch this video in landscape mode, the notch is sticking out for about 1.5-2mm. That’s not nice

I just got a *gorgeous* midnight-colored iPhone 13 mini *FOR FREE* !! US-based carrier 'Verizon' is literally giving them away for simply adding a new line to someone's already existing "family plan". Can't argue with the value there. Love it!

120hz and I am selled. Even a half a day battery life is enough for cos I always I chargers lying around. Atleast the option to have 120hz

You get a like just for the Gilbert imitation! LOL I have the 13 Mini. I bought it to play around with and I like it. My main phone is now the 13 Pro. I got tired of the super-slab 12 Pro Max and went back to what I feel is the optimum size, 6.1". Sweet phone! My Mini is Midnight and it's gorgeous. I wish the Pro came in that color. My Pro is Space Gray, but I did get the midnight silicone case for it.

I don’t understand where the idea for this video came from. I have never even once, In a review or on thousands of comments on RU-vid, seen anyone say this phone was terrible or dog water. What? That was literally made up for this title. Even people who think it’s too small for their own use, generally seem to still think it’s a wonderful phone.

I have about 2h of screen on time, when I watch youtube it's always on the computer, and I think one handed use is the ideal feature in a phone, and in no way do I get the feeling the screen is "small" ... I get that it's not for everyone, but for me, you can pry my 13 mini out of my cold dead hands.

Considering to upgrade from the 12 to the 13 mini, this was helpful. What’s that wallpaper? Looks dope.

Got my 13 mini + iPad mini 6 = perfect combi

IPhone 8 plus, 5.5 inch screen= big phone. IPhone 13 mini, 5.4 inch screen= too small. Never knew .1 inches mattered this much to people .

I have been waited for the smaller phone since years then finally replaced my iPhone XS by 13 mini. Its best phone i had ever, 5.4" is still big enough screen to write emails, posts on socials and watching YT videos or gaming. No more larger phone ever if possible. It lays in pocket perfectly no matter you're in work or on sport activities like running or biking, and completely no issues with battery working time - one day of very active up to two days when i am not using phone a lot

Just came across this. Great review. I moved over from android after leaving Apple for 5 years or so and went for the 13 Pro which I found too wide and heavy. The Mrs has the Pro Max which whilst the battery being incredible is frankly enormous. I've exchanged for a mini and an ipad mini which I find a great combo. I use the phone as a phone and the ipad for everything else. I can live without 120hz and top end cameras for the sake of the portability. Great for running too as it slips away easily.

As much as I’d love to have the larger screen and better battery life, I can’t imagine having a phone that I can’t just slip into my pocket. How do people carry those large phones???

I moved from a 12 pro max to a 13 mini and have been pleased.

RIP Gilbert

I got the pink mini 13 super awesome for my small tiny hands

Watching this on my brand new iPhone 13 Mini and I’m loving it. 🥸

My girlfriend just gifted me the iphone 13 mini as a birthday gift and this is one of the best phones i have held and used by now, don't get me wrong the phone looks big in videos and pictures but in person its mucj more smaller, i just love it so much its a masterpiece

I upgraded from the 11Pro to the 13 Mini and have been enjoying it. The only negative I’ve had is when zooming in on something on FaceTime video calls, it gets very blurry and it doesn’t zoom out far enough. Since I carry either the iPad Mini 6 or 2018 iPad Pro 12.9, this phone has been a godsend.

I never consume content on my phone and had a giant 6s+ until yesterday, much better form factor for me, even with enormous hands.

I have the 13 mini and I find it works well for someone like me that is always using it for work. I’m constantly having to dig it out of my pocket to answer calls and text, and this size makes it so easy. For entertainment I use my iPad when I’m home. The 13 mini is perfect for me.

I´m wondering...has anybody ever made a battery life review of the 12/13 mini using it as a daily driver with 5G turned OFF? Because when i had my regular 12 last year, i had to turn off my 5G connection to improve my battery life significantly in comparison to 5G turned on. So maybe the 13 Mini´s "pour" battery life could get at least a lil better...maybe you could take this test by yourself, Noah? :D

I bought the iphone 14 pro max but it was so heavy for me so I gave it to my husband and bought this since it may be the last time I can buy a new one. My main phone is an android so the mini is enough for me.

Nah lmao, ten hours is honestly way more than I need. I’m perfectly happy with six or seven hours of screen on time😂 Also, I prefer the form factor and screen size, I’ve never had a phone larger than 5.8 inches and I never really needed it.

I think most people go for the mini for size, pocket convenience they use it primary as a phone. They don’t use their phone for content consuming other than music but use a iPad mini to fill this need. The battery life of the iPhone 13 has been shown as good as iPhone 11 or iPhone 12, it is great. It is sort of a myth the battery life is bad. A small phone will not have the battery life of the Pro’s, it’s a little unfair. Throw a MagSafe battery overcomes any battery life shortfalls of the mini. Plus I have the MagSafe battery as the home charger but take it when go out. The screen difference between iPhone 11 and the mini, I didn’t notice a disadvantage. Actually I use my mini more than I did my previous iPhone 11 I think cause easier to use one handed. It could be the mini is for older generations at the moment. But I won’t be surprised if younger generations will change their minds next year when unavailable and suddenly becomes cooler to own a pocketable phone than a brick. Thoughtful video though.

I only have 1 arm and the mini works for me

Reminds me of the iPhone 5s I loved that phone when it first came out that’s what I loved about it small and cute I want the iPhone 13 Mimi so bad

Imagine is some fantasy reality where they made it a little thicker, they could loose the camera notch and use the extra space to put in a bigger battery that actually lasts a day.... Why do Apple think those who want a phone that actually fits in your pocket would prefer the phone to be 2 millimeters thinner rather than it actually last a long day of use? You know the device we all rely on so much that does so much right up until the battery goes flat!

3:57 You are the first reviewer I’ve seen mention that notch protruding while watching a video-well done!

can we talk about that wallpaper? Like damn what is that yo

I had the 12 mini but felt it was missing features. I now have the 12 Pro. I love the mini, but not if they skimped on features,

iPhone 13 mini is the best phone I’ve ever used. Better than the Google Pixel small phones. Can’t stand carrying a large phone in my back pocket. Using a small phone is also better for weaning yourself off social media addictions.

Noah, you really gotta read your mails man ... Great video!

I have a iPhone mini 13, I came from a 12 pr max. I use it in exactly the same way as I did the pro max. You get used to the smaller size quickly.

I don’t know whether this is the best phone ever but it is comforting to use a light phone and it handles most of the daily tasks

LOL love your Gilbert!! I upgraded my XS to the Red mini. Love it. Funny thing is, with any case on it, it feels a lot bigger than I thought it would. Perfect phone for me being a one-handed texter. And the red is just the best color ever.

This phone is for me. My upgrade paths starting with iPhone 5: 5, SE Gen 1, 8, SE Gen 2, 12 Mini… it’s only logical and now have the 13 Mini

I just got it tonight but love that light weight feel.

10 hours screen time is just insane. Even 5 hours is spending around 1/3 of your day looking at a phone screen.

Bro you literally sound like the guy from cyber chase when you do that voice at the beginning lol

With 6 hrs on screen time, i almost do 2 days.... i don't play with phone and i'm watching my contents on ipad. I think the mini is the best phone for people like me. I'm waiting the small size (full screen) by the first iphone 6.

I'm in the first camp dear and I'm proud of it! XOXO

Idk.. if you have to spend the first moments of your Video to explain/defend your Video title then maybe, JUST MAYBE, you should go for another Video title🤨

The problem is the scaling issue. When you are in certain apps, the font is fixed to that particular size. Eye strain in the long run.

Got an IPhone 13 and an IPad 9th gen. I’m all good

I have used iPhone 6 then 6splus then a 12proMax & I was tired of lugging around all the large devices so I just switched to the mini 6 months ago it really is perfect so he’s right about what people really need it’s to bad it didn’t meet enough needs as it’s discontinued 🤷 unfortunate, I’ll be checking out flips once the mini isn’t supported in iOS updates

I want to put my phone in the pocket. That's why mini was one of my choices on the list for new phone.

The little notch when wtaching a video on youtube can be set to fill the screen on the youtube’s settings😊, thank me later

im looking at this phone for a upgrade as im coming from a greatly used 6s. So even if this battery is low life for the modern era of smartphones its still way better than the ~1700 mAh from my current phone. Im thinking of getting a magsafe power bank since i already carry a 10,000 mAh to get me through my day with the 6s since it needs constent power anyways to run Google Classroom. Not to mention the screen is bigger, sharper, with a slightly smaller form factor than the 6s (and by slightly i mean millimeters) so im actually excited no matter what.

The battery life of my 13 mini is better than my 11 Pro Max. And plus I love the product red color this year. They should just make this shade the forever product red. One-handed uses awesome, the camera is good enough to keep me satisfied as it is the 12 promax camera in the 13 mini. CINEMATIC MODE is great too.

My average screen on time for the past 10 days has been 2h 36m. Wow! I bet since I got my iPad mini 6

Brighter display? Phone arena has them both listed at 1200 cd/m2 (nit) so either you're wrong or they're wrong

I remember when I had my iPhone 4s. Whenever I would text I would text in landscape. I would probably resort to that if I had the iPhone 13 mini

Do your think that for a person who use his device for about 4/5 hours of display , the 13 mini could be enough? (I mostly use social media )

Noah, a master baiter in training 👀 🤣

i just like the feeling of a small device in my hand

I’ll probably get hate for this, but I actually bought a 12 Mini today and it’ll come to me on the 22nd so, I’m very excited! But I’m also a tad bit worried about battery. In 2016 I went from a 7 Plus to an iPhone SE and that was a fun time, so I’m hoping this is that for me but in 2021-2022 lmao… great vid thank you!

You look like NPC Player

I have an iphone 7 and I'm not sure what size to get. The 7 is the perfect size to me larger phones are uncomfortably large.

You iPhone mini wallpaper looks great, where did you get that. Can you please share.

i have been using my iphone 13 mini for over 2 years now but get 9h 8m screen on time and 6h and 6m screen off time

yo NOAH! Are you getting the new Macbook Max and if so what are your thoughts on the machine before you have it?