iPhone 12 Mini | Six Months Review

Reviewing the iPhone 12 Mini again, six months after launch, to see if it's still one of the best compact smartphones of 2021. Boasting the same camera tech and performance of the vanilla flagship, the iPhone 12 Mini now comes in purple (whoop) and has been updated to iOS 14.5. It's far from perfect and far too expensive (standard), but it's my favourite of Apple's latest mobile line-up.

Like the Pixel 5, you get a point-and-shoot camera which can make the most of pretty much any situation. Gamers will struggle a little with that compact screen, not helped by the enormous notch, but Genshin Impact and other demanding titles play like a dream. Battery life is fine too (much better than the iPhone SE 2020), as long as you're not too reckless with camera apps etc.

If you're an iOS fan then you should get on well with the iPhone 12 Mini, as long as you want a compact phone. This is still among the best miniature options in 2021, but let me know your own verdict below!

iPhone 12 Mini 2021 Review Chapters:
0:00 - Get ON WITH IT!
1:00 - Design
2:30 - iOS updates and features
4:46 - Audio and display
5:44 - Performance and gaming
6:41 - Battery life
7:07 - Camera test

[xTygrs]

Just got the mini 2 days ago after having a 6s for almost 5 years and my god was that the best decision I’ve ever made

[IshmaelSimpson]

"So these days, compact smartphones are more rare than a funny James Corden joke".

Couldn't have put it better myself. 🤣

[lourenco_ss]

I have been using the iPhone 12Mini for 6 months too and I am really enjoying this mighty little beast! The sound that comes out from this small phone is amazing and the display of 5, 4 is not that small (iPhone 8 Plus is 5, 5). Performance is staggering! Best smartphone I owned in years!

[iamtafara]

ive been using it for almost a week now and this is my 6 month review..

[aamirmalik]

"Time to knock out the last of Grandads Gold teeth" 😂. Love the banter. Sexy phone. Hate the price tho

[The_Calm_Chaos]

I've had the mini for 6 months and it has never let me down. I have no problem with the battery at all although admittedly I'm not a "power user". I really don't understand why the mini isn't more popular because it's a great little phone.

[DecAllTimeAlways]

This is the iPhone I dreamt about since the X. I wanted the SE 1 compactness mixed with the X's design. This is it. This is the iPhone SEX I've always wanted. 🤣

[GianAmati]

I just discovered this channel and it has all I’m looking for: tech reviews, British accents and witty humor.

[m-stat]

I've mine since one week and I freaking love this little beast! Display, cameras, A14 and even the battery are better than expected 🧡

[MatthewVlossak]

I’ve had the 12 Mini for almost 2 months now and absolutely love it! It’s the phone Steve Jobs would be proud of. The battery life is fine for me and I don’t mind charging my since it’s super fast. It feels SO amazing in the hands being light and compact. I hope the Mini stays consistent and in Apple’s product line up. It’s about time small phones made a comeback!

[aye]

I am waiting for an android equivalent to this to be released. I am tired of big ass phones. I want a solid compact phone. I don't care if it is chunky, as long as the battery life and camera are both good.

[robertbalan]

I love your videos and enjoy watching them. You're one of the most honest and balanced reviewers out there.

But I must admit, these "6 months later" titles are a bit misleading. It sounds as if you've been using the phone for the last 6 months, which is a very different experience from using the phone just 1 week, 6 months after its launch.

Maybe it's just me, but yeah, I think it can create false expectations. Keep up the excellent work!

[raphaelklemm]

This is the one phone that made me switch to iOs. My previous one was the Galaxy Z Fold 2. Talk about downsizing... The form factor is just so appealing.

[mikecr]

It’s an iPhone 8 with edge to screen iPhone se body and iPhone 12 internals. Literally the perfect phone. I’ve had my for about a week and it’s amazing 🥰

[joanneazeez]

Had I phone 12 mini in purple for the last 6mths battery health is on 99% after 6mths and I use my phone a lot very happy ❤️ this phone performance and battery is great thanks for sharing X

[warrengaskin]

I switched from an XR to 12 Mini in Nov, one of the best decisions I ever made

[AA-flyguy]

We count on your opinions... these videos really help people. I work for an airline and we use these to determine which products to buy 👍. Thank you!!! 😊

[mariog]

Have mines for a month. Love the size and performance. Battery not soo much but expected. Can’t say enough that I use it the most for news / messaging/ and socials . Very happy with purchase

[Juhsentuh]

Very happy with the iPhone 12 mini, it’s all I need in a smartphone. I have other devices to use for a bigger screen when watching vids/movies. It’s a great companion to my iPad and laptop.

[whisperviz]

3 months using the iphone 12 mini

this tiny is a beast, well to be expected as it use the same proc as the bigger brother.
a few thing people might consider before buying this phone are the screen size and the battery.

The screen while is not big, it get the job done. Just remember 5, 5 inch used to be the big screen size for a smartphone.
For the battery, it's pretty decent. It will run out faster than most modern Android devices but it will at least get you through a single day so you don't really have to worry about the battery.
Unless you plan to play video games then you need to bring your charger/powerbank.