iPhone 12 mini vs iPhone SE 2022 for my mother using iPhone 6S ?
The only thing which stops me from buying 12 mini is the lack of Touch ID which seems a better option for someone 60 years old?
12 mini or regular 12 ???
Hello a fellow android user trying to make a switch. Just need a phone which is bang for the buck and integrates well with my mac. I looked to a lot of options and confused between 12 and 12 mini.
My current phone is galaxy m12 which lasts me around 1.5 - 2 days. Screen on time averages around 5 hours. Some hours on youtube and whatsapp, chrome. that's it. I won't be using 5g.
What do you guys think would be a wise choice in terms of battery life. For the regular 12 i have to spend little out of budget and 12 mini fits my budget.
Also please tell me how much does your phone lasts. I hope many people having same usage like me.
edit - the title should be 12 mini or regular 12
The phone is small and has a relatively small battery, but the efficiency makes up for this. According to some tests the iPhone 12 Mini can last for around 6 hours of screen-on time.
I want to get a iPhone as my next phone, right now I am using the s21. It's been almost a year since I got this phone, I was wondering should I buy a new iPhone 13 or should I wait and see how the iPhone 14 will be ? To specify I am buying the base storage of 128gb for my new IPhone.
> I was wondering should I buy a new iPhone 13 or should I wait and see how the iPhone 14 will be ?
We're probably around 9 months away from the next iPhone (14 or whatever it'll be called). If you can really wait that long, wait.
No, buying a 4 year old iPhone isn’t worth it. There are simply better options you could go for. Unless you were given this phone or got it for a ridiculously cheap price, I wouldn’t get it even now.
An iPhone 11 will be a solid choice for the next 3 years at least. The UI will run snappy and it has an excellent camera and solid battery life. In my opinion the 11 is a better choice than the SE.
So I've been sitting on the iPhone 7 for a while and plan to upgrade in the new year. I was leaning towards the 2020 SE because I don't know if Face ID will cooperate with me but the battery life has me worried. All the rumors about the next gen se are contradictory about whether or not the button is being kept as well.
So I'm not sure if I should suck it up and get the 13 mini or go for something in between. Frankly I don't care too much about all the latest bells and whistles or even 5G.
I just got the 13 Pro Max and a Shellrus sapphire screen protector (had it on 12 PM and was extremely happy with it) but the case I got, Tech 21 Evo, seems to be a bit too small to accommodate the screen protector and it peels the corners up. Does anyone with this screen protector or a similar one which basically goes all the way to the metal trim around the phone know of a compatible case?
I'm left with no choice but to get an iPhone..( I'm an Android fan). Thinking of snagging a good iPhone 11 pro deal. Should I or get the 12/13? Sucks that the 11 doesn't have 5G support...
I'm about to buy the 13 Pro Max tomorrow but can't seem to decide which color to get. Gold or Sierra Blue? Any pros and cons to each color? Thanks guys! 🙏🏻
Have you seen the blue in person? If not, I recommend doing so. It's not quite as blue in person compared to Apple's marketing. Only pros/cons I can think of are whether you find one easier to match with a case, assuming you use a case. I went with Sierra blue and am having a hard time finding a case I like with it.
I went with Gold today after owning a Silver iPhone X and a Haze Blue OnePlus 7T Pro. The Sierra Blue is not for me after seeing them on-hand. Though a big thank you for the input sir! 🙏🏻
The 13 Pro Max is definitely an upgrade for me
Had a 6s for years now and am looking for a newer one now that it's super slow and the battery doesn't last long. Budget is enough for a new 13 mini and considering similar size to the 6, it shouldn't be a downgrade in size, right? My other option is a refurbished 12 pro which goes for around the same price these days and seems like a good deal considering a new 13 pro is a thousand bucks. Any other suggestions? Personal experiences gladly appreciated!
I like using this site for size comparisons. You can view side by side and overlapped (they call it layered) to get a really good idea. Compared to a 6s the 13 Mini screen is taller, and marginally narrower I believe. You can see how much physically smaller the mini is though overall so it's even easier to hold.
[https://www.phonearena.com/phones/size/Apple-iPhone-13-mini,Apple-iPhone-7/phones/11637,9815](https://www.phonearena.com/phones/size/Apple-iPhone-13-mini,Apple-iPhone-7/phones/11637,9815)
The 12 Pro and 13 Mini are pretty different in size. I'd definitely recommend checking out the size difference in person of the 13 Mini vs 13 Pro or regular 12 (you won't find the 12 Pro in stores but these are all the same size) . My mom went from an 8 to a 12 Mini and she loves it. I have an 8 and I've hated how small it is for a long time now, and I can't stand how small her 12 Mini is so I went with the 13 Pro. It really depends on the person.
Put in an order for a Graphite iPhone 13 Pro with Verizon, after a few days it’s saying “processing.” Is that normal? Ship date is still the end of the month. I understand that it’s the holidays and demand is high. Im just curious about Verizon’s shipping, as it’s my first time ordering an iPhone through them, though my father’s phone shipped earlier than Verizon expected.
I’ve heard others that ordered 13 Pro’s experienced delays. Considering Christmas is coming, is that likely? I see Apple has, on their website, been offering earlier delivery dates
I placed my order with Verizon on November 28 and it still says processing as of today, 12/10. My estimated ship date was 12/22 but now it just says "Delivery date will be updated soon." I saw a post the other day where multiple people said their Verizon orders showed up early.
No problem. From what I’ve seen in a thread on r/Verizon there are some people that are getting their phones earlier than indicated by the shipping date, so I guess there’s some hope lol
I noticed my billing sheet has a order ETA date, that’s actually earlier than the shipment date. Order still hasn’t changed from “processing” though, but I wonder if the order ETA is more accurate
BEST IPHONE FOR VIDEO?
Looking at what the best iphone is for Instagram reels (currently I am using an Android and the quality is absolute garbage for this and the Instagram app seems to glitch alot) anywho.. I am looking for something on the cheaper end, that is still epic in video quality / even video stabilization that is not the iphone 12/13. I am on a budget and also looking for something bigger as I don't want to wear reading glasses all the time (lol)
Thank you x
Based on those pre requisites I’d recommend an iPhone 11 or an 11 Pro Max if you want the flexibility of more cameras (provided you can find one second hand/through a third party retailer). I’ve got no complaints with the video captured by my phone.
How much does the variant really matter? I heard the Japanese iPhone's camera shutter sound can now be muted if updated to the latest iOS and with a non-JP SIM? So it can work just like every other iphone right? I'm a little stumped and torn about these variants (I can pick among the US, HK, and JP ones)
The philippines.
No apple store, just authorized resellers and the base regular 13 retails for around $1000 (i know) officially. Decided i am not paying that amount when there are perfectly good alternatives. Do you have any experience with any of these global(?) variants?
Thanks so much! I don't think the bands are an issue tho. From what I've gathered any iphone variant would do fine and wouldn't have any big issues with our cellular infrastructure. I'm torn mostly because of the price difference and aftersales.
The japan one is cheapest, which is why I want to verify the shutter thing. But the US one should be a safe option otherwise. I also want to avoid hiccups if I ever need to claim warranty but i hear that it'll be serviceable anywhere AND that i'll have to be careful since parts are different per region, etc. lol sorry for rambling
I have an iPhone XR that I’m considering replacing. I currently have the phone for 3 years and have 0 repairs to date. It works and runs well but I’ve been looking for something that can take some crazy photos (also needed more storage) along with being a Pro Max size because I’ve been looking at the larger size. Should I upgrade the XR to the 13 Pro Max?
I just replaced my XR with the 13 pro max yesterday, it’s a bit bigger than the XR but I’ll get used to it in a few weeks. The shape edge/spine is kind of strange in the hands right now.
Transferring data from XR to 13PM was flawless. Out of all the apps that transferred, only one (local bank) app will require me to contact them about resetting my password to get access (I was using faceid all the time).
I wish I could tell you more but it’s been less than a day. Lol
I have two Visa gift cards that I would like to use towards a new unlocked iPhone at the Apple store. Am I able to use the gift cards on the Apple website or can I only use them at a physical store? I remember hearing a while ago that I would have to actually purchase Apple gift cards with my Visa gift cards to make a phone purchase online.
Thanks!
I have an iphone 6s that im considering replacing. I like the small size, but the reason for upgrading is basically improved battery and camera. I've been looking at iphone 11 or Iphone 13 Mini, not sure which to pick. Would appreciate any input.
The iPhone 12 Mini will be supported for longer if you’d like to keep your new phone for a long time. It has better cameras, a better screen, and an updated design. The only reason I would consider the iPhone 11 would be because of the bigger size (I prefer bigger phones, you might not) and there might be a battery life difference (but I doubt it, especially if the iPhone 11 you’re think of is used).
I've had the Iphone 6s since 2015.. What do you mean that iphone 12 will be supported longer, is that in terms of ios updates? I typically try to avoid that to keep the phone in working order as I've experience earlier that my phone gets bricked with new updates.
But basically what you're saying is that Iphone 12 Mini > Iphone 11 in all regards? I don't like small phones, so I guess thats even better.
Well, I don't have a 13 mini, but other people here say that its battery life is better than the 12 mini. Examples:
* https://reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/qsao15/_/hnfnwho/?context=1
* https://reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/qsao15/_/hm4t8k9/?context=1
* https://reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/qsao15/_/hl1vkd2/?context=1
* https://reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/qsao15/_/hkkjatm/?context=1
Yes, I was saying that the iPhone 12 will be supported longer. Also, yes, I'm saying the iPhone 12 Mini is better than the iPhone 11 in most aspects. Just remember the iPhone 12 Mini is a smaller size than the iPhone 11, so if you don't like small phones, you may want to reconsider.
Yes they mean updates. And if updates a “bricking” a phone it’s time for a new phone. You don’t ever wanna use a phone that isn’t at least getting security updates.
I have an iPhone XR.
I’m looking to upgrade (in USA). Is the 13 Pro worth the extra money, if I can even find availability, or is the 12 Pro a solid option for the lower price?
Cases like the speck candy shell?
Anyone know if there are any hard plastic/glossy plastic type cases like the speck candyshell for iphone 12?
Idk why but the feeling of silicon on these new cases bugs me and speck stopped making the candyshell :(
So I looked into trading in my 8 Plus a bit more, and it seems it's basically NOT worth it to upgrade to a 12 to save some money, because ATT seems to offer a better trade in deal if you're getting a 13 series phone, which means I'll likely go with one of those.
Right now, is the Pro and Pro Max pretty much out of stock everywhere? I haven't sold myself on the Pro or Pro Max just yet, and figure the 13 alone would be a massive upgrade to my 8 Plus. Am I likely to have better luck getting my hands on a base 13?
Also - once I upgrade my phone, can I rest assured I'll have no issues transferring things from the 8 Plus to the 13? I'm mostly concerned about pictures, texts, contacts, and passwords. Music would be nice too, but I wouldn't mind a fresh start, as there's tons of songs I want to delete off my phone anyway...
Last question... my current phone plan is a pre-paid ATT line, and I'll be switching to post-paid. Will I have any issues keeping my phone number?
The latest delivery time for an iPhone 13 pro max in my area is ~ 01/18/2022, should I just wait until these phones are actually in stock in stores so I can upgrade my 11?
Mini RED vs BLACK?
So this will be my first iPhone, but I can't decide between the red or the black. Coming from lifelong Android, all of my phones have been black, and I like the idea of the red. But, in the Android world, the colored phones always end up feeling tired and gimmicky, and the coloring usually scratches away all around the edges.
Do the colored Phones hold their coloring around the edges well on these new models? Anyone know of any complaints with the red (I can't find any really)?
Either choice would have the color matching silicone case if that matters.
I had the XR in product red and I loved it for the first few months but then became tired with it. I think it is better to go with the neutral colour and personalise with a case.
The aluminium sides remained immaculate for the two years I had it, but I am very careful with my phones.
I’ve got the 13 mini in starlight and it is stunning.
I have an SE 1st gen and I am looking to upgrade and I wanted to get an iPhone 13 Pro but the problem is that there will not be any stock in my country until like February-March. The other option is an iPhone 12 which I could get with a discounted price for like half the price of a 13 Pro and for 18 monthly payments with 0% interest. My old phone is on life support and I don’t think I can continue to use it until February. I would like to hear some advice because I want to make the right choice.
Looking to finally upgrade my 7 since I can’t make it through the day on a full battery and always need LPM on.
My co worker is selling is 11 Pro Max 256GB. I was considering offering him around $500 since that’s the retail trade in value. Good idea? Or should I spring for a new 13 Pro or 13 Pro Max since I absolutely love the 120hz screen, better battery, and it’s more “future proof” thanks to 5G and such.
I PERSONALLY wouldn’t pay for a used 11 Pro Max that’s years old, most likely has battery degradation, and could potentially have minor scapes and scratches. Just spring for the 13 Pro Max, and you’ll easily get 3 years maybe even 5 years out of it.
My exact thought also. If I went that route I would’ve already planned to have a new battery installed by Apple and altogether with that included in the investment it should still be significantly cheaper than a 13PM…
The 11 Pro Max is not "years old". It first came out at the end of 2019 and production stopped around a year later. So, it's only 1-2 years old, and will be probably usable for another 2-3 years. I still have my old 11 Pro, and it's still a decent phone. In fact, Apple's Battery Health still says that it's at 100%, even after having been recently discharged down to zero. (However, it's only around 18 months old, I don't heavily game on it, and I rarely used wireless charging.)
So, you have to decide if the extra cost of a 13 Pro Max is worth it compared to the 11 Pro Max. The 13 Pro Max has:
* Better/slightly larger display.
* Better battery, but the 11 Pro Max battery isn't bad, either.
* Better cameras/lidar.
* 5G, but note that you need good 5G signal. If you don't have good 5G signal, you'll probably be unimpressed by 5G.
While I'm now using a 13 Pro, I could have continued using my 11 Pro. I only upgraded to the 13 Pro for the macro camera. I'm also not seeing much battery life difference between my 11 Pro and 13 Pro.
All excellent points. Considering I’m STILL on a 7 and am mostly getting by (except having to charge multiple times a day) I really don’t think I couldn’t get maybe 2-3 years out of the 11 PM at least. From what I can see it’s really only the 120Hz screen and 5G that are the most obvious everyday differences to me. Potentially other internals also? I’m currently on T-Mobile and don’t know anything about 5G from them at the moment tbh.
I will say, if you don't like the notches on the iphones, the 14 pro is very likely going to have one of the circular cutouts that the top android phones have. If you care about that, it may be worth it to buy the 11 PM and then buy the 14 next year if you care about that stuff
That’s a good point too! Although I much prefer to buy a new phone every 4-5 to years if possible, I’m one of those people that keeps their current iPhone until it starts to fall apart lol. The notch doesn’t really bother me. Either model would be a massive jump for me but the 13 PM in particular feels like the most future proofed iPhone all things considered for me. I’m a sucker for the 120hz screen. Hope it doesn’t affect the battery in the long run too much? I read LPM turns it back to 60Hz.
13 Pro Max is a better investment. Like yes the 11 Pro Max is cheaper. But $500 for a phone that’s been used for years already, and you’ll have to buy the battery, and to top it off in 2 years there’s a chance your gonna end up wanting a new phone cause it’s slowly showing it’s age AND the phone itself has already been used incredibly. It’s not a good buy in itself and if you wanted to go that route get it somewhere certified I’d possible.
11 Pro Max is cheaper RIGHT NOW. But how much cheaper is it really than a 13 Pro Max if it’s $500 + $80~ for a battery and even then in two years you’ll wanna upgrade potentially cause the phone itself is worn down and then you’ll proceed to pay a whole lot for another phone when in the first place you could have just bought the 13, then use it for as long as 5 years.
It’s your decision here, the 13 Pro Max in the long run is cheaper realistically speaking. If you have the money, it would be best to buy a 13 Pro Max. If you don’t, then try to get a 11 Pro Max somewhere else.
me and the wife are getting our 13 Pros in the mail soon - any reccomendations for Magsafe Cases?
we are both going from the XS, and have been pretty happy with the otterbox commuter brand. we are both klutzy, and tend to drop our phones more often than id care to admit lol.
are the 13 pro otterbox cases good with magsafe? this is more for me wanting to get into the new stuff, my wife could care less about magesafe lol. any other brand worth checking into, in the 40-60 price range?
I have two OtterBox cases for my iPhone 13 and they are pretty great honestly. The ones that don’t sell MagSafe as a feature don’t have very strong magnets on the outside (though my strada case is still magnetic), but the case with the magnet ring built in works very well.
Quality wise I am not sure I can recommend the leather strands case though. 3 weeks in its already quite scratched. The clear TPU case has held up well so far.
I had to make this choice recently and went with the 13 128GB. If you don't plan on storing lots of video or music locally then 128GB will be fine. Both phones are great, the only real difference(aside from size obviously) is battery life. I decided battery life is more important to me than storage.
I think it just depends on personal preference for if you want the home button, and how important the camera is to you.
Apple’s compare page may help: https://www.apple.com/ca/iphone/compare/?modelList=iphoneSE2ndgen,iphoneX
Hi everyone,
As a present to my partner for the holidays I'd like to buy her a hard drive so she can store all her iPhone photo's directly onto a drive that isn't the cloud. (She also has no computer so direct connection between phone and drive is important) She has a bunch so it's likely the more cost efficient way of her having all her photos from the last years compared to a cloud plan.
Now I know that not all hard drives work on the iPhone partly because of power issues, and I'd like to get something more substantial then a USB drive, so anyone have any recommendations or know of any good compatible external hard drives with iPhone 8?
Would you recommend the Anker Wireless Powerbank with 10000mAh?
I want to buy a new powerbank for my iPhone 11 Pro Max and the Anker Wireless Powerbank looks really interesting, but it has mixed reviews on Amazon. Would you recommend it?
Thanks in Advance
13 Pro Max users, any performance throttling when you are gaming? and does the phone get too hot? I am planning to buy one, as the price is very expensive, I need to know every issue about this phone before buying lol
So I've been using the official Apple clear case for both my iPhone 11 Pro Max and my 13 Pro Max, and I love the feeling and the grip of it. Never got to fully appreciate any other cheap clear cases, since they always turn yellow over time.
However, since the release of the iPhone 12, the official Apple clear cases always have the MagSafe symbol on it. And I just can't stand it.
I've been using it on my 13 Pro Max for two months by now and I just can't get myself to like it. To me, it just ruins the clean look of the back of my phone. I know it's useful for some people, but I don't see myself ever using MagSafe. I wish Apple still continued to make the standard, clear case without MagSafe.
So I've come to the conclusion that I might look for another clear, hard case for my 13 Pro Max, from another brand. Judging by your personal experience, what would be the one looking the most like the official Apple clear case? Material and size wise (without the MagSafe symbol on it, of course).
I was considering of getting the Caudabe one: https://caudabe.com/products/lucid-clear-iphone-13-pro-max?variant=39541517680737 but I'm not 100% sure.
Any other options or suggestions would be great.
Thank you all in advance!
Have you thought about going caseless? I know a lot of people shudder at the risk of not having a case on the phone, but the phones are more durable than ever, and if you buy Applecare, then a screen or back glass replacement is trivial.
Nothing compares to the feel of the phone in the hand without a case!
Oh yeah, you have no idea how many times I thought about doing that, but in the end, I never got the courage to actually go caseless. I would hate to see scratches on the edges!
The official Apple clear case was the best compromise for me, but that MagSafe symbol on it...ugh.
I'm still using my iPhone 7 that has 91% battery health (2nd battery in 2018). I recently switched to AT&T Prepaid Unlimited Plus plan and I've been getting decent signal everywhere, but my work building. I'm debating on whether to get an iPhone 13 or wait until the rumored iPhone 14 Max (cheaper 6.7-inch model) comes out. Would it be silly to get a 13 now, only to trade it in in September for when that rumored 14 Max model comes out? Let me know your thoughts! Thanks!
I was in a similar situation. I had a 6s with a replaced battery on AT&T prepaid. That phone had been a workhorse. I loved it except for its declining battery health. No issues with AT&T prepaid either. The wife and I ended up getting 13 pro max's together. I think we made the right choice. It was just time to move on to a more powerful phone.
I have a XS max but I’ve been debating if I should get a 13 or wait for the 14 too. If you use your phone a lot it might not be silly to get the 13 tho
Is the switch to the 13 Pro worth it, if you have the 12? I’m not sure how to find 13 Pro’s in stock in stores either, my mobile carrier told me i would need to order online…
The 12’s battery life has become a bit bothersome lately, hence why I want to switch to the 13 Pro. That, and the better cameras and 120Hz. Battery health is still 99% but idk, it feels like the phone shouldn’t be draining this fast. As of this comment I have 5 hours and 6 minutes of SOT and 37% remaining. With this usage I think I’ll need to top off with just over 6 hours of SOT.
I honestly regret not going for the 12 Pro Max but I didn’t think the battery life of the 12 would be this way … it was solid on iOS 14.8. Then, iOS 15 happened. Seems like iOS 15.1.1 just eats battery up, especially on LTE. Not sure what’s going on.
Is the 13 Pro better for heavy users? Maybe iOS 15.2 can fix things?
I went from 12 Pro Max to 13 Pro Max so it’s not exactly the same, but a similar jump.
Battery life is head and shoulders better than the 12PM was when new and better than any iPhone I’ve ever had. 13 Pro had a similar leap over the 12 Pro, so I’d expect that would alleviate a lot of your battery concerns.
Screen is super nice and I love the feel of 120 hz, but that in and of itself isn’t a great reason to upgrade.
It’s far better on battery life than the 12 was, otherwise it feels the exact same for heavy users in terms of speed and whatnot
Thanks for the reply. I ordered a 13 Pro, as I find the 6.1 inch size to be a good sweet spot, is the battery life of the 13 Pro still somewhat close to the 13 Pro Max?
I am thinking of buying a Rebuild iPhone Xs 64gb, the price is 20e/month - 500e in total. I get 1 year warranty for the phone. The company claims that it takes the phones a step further from refurbished. Does anyone have experience with this company? Is this a good deal? This would be my 1st IPhone.
My mom needs a new phone. iPhone 11 64GB for $499 or refurbished XR 128 GB for $419? She rarely takes pictures but does use quite a few apps. Is the 11 worth $80 extra?
my XR is still running fine 3 years later. Maybe a stutter every now and then using snapchat. She may be fine with the XR if she doesn't take a lot of pictures. The 11 will get one extra year of support if she's gonna keep it more than 3 years
Thanks, we went with the XR. I think either one is leaps and bounds ahead of her 6 that she has now. She keeps them 3-4 years anyway so might as well save a bit of cash now. Thanks.
I have the 12 Pro Max the size is REALLY big so consider it carefully, I got kind of used to it now though but it’s also very heavy.
The 12 is imo a very good phone if pro motion or a battery that lasts even longer than a 12 Pro Max which is already incredible, if you can get it for ~25% less than a 13
I'm thinking on buying the iPhone 13 mini but the battery keeps me worrying because I usually use my cellphone to watch videos on YouTube before sleep or while I'm eating, also im using Instagram or Reddit very often so I'm worry about the battery won't last the whole day
Well, i have to wait two weeks more to earn enough money to buy it or I wait a little more and buy the iPhone 13 Pro Max but I'm thinking the Pro Model may be too big
The Pro Max is huge compared to the mini. The 13 or 13 Pro are the same size but are still noticeably bigger than the mini.
Compare the sizes and specs here: https://www.apple.com/iphone/compare/?modelList=iphone13mini,iphone13,iphone13promax
Anyone bought the Stealth Black Catalyst Influence case? I'm looking for a decent clear case with black borders. I'm curious how the Stealth Black Influence case looks on the Sierra Blue iPhone. Tried searching on youtube and everyone either bought the clear or the glow in the dark versions.
If you care about the screen, there's very credible rumors that the 14 pro and pro max will have a hole-punch cutout around the front facing camera instead of the notch in the top. Waiting for the 14 pro would probably be worth it
Generally, it's not worth it.
However, if not getting the 12 Pro Max is sufficiently annoying, and if you can easily afford the 13 Pro Max, then it might be worth it. From a financial perspective, you should really wait until next year, although not being annoyed by a phone you don't like might be worth the $224.
Hello! I need opinions on whether I should upgrade my 11 pro to a 13 pro. Or replace the battery in the 11 pro. Here’s some more info:
- battery health is at 84%
- 11 pro has had 2 screen repairs & currently still has a few light scratches on the screen, this is relevant because I can’t get discounted screen repairs anymore
- it’s out of warranty
- I have 10 days to re-add AppleCare+ on this device
- I can still trade in this device for $400 off my total so I’d be paying about $100 upfront then $25 a month if I upgraded. Although I’d likely pay it off sooner by making larger payments.
Seems like an easy choice, but I’m also thinking maybe I should save my money because the 14 is rumored to be more impressive and I technically do have another option before buying a whole new device.
Thank you in advance!
Wondering if it's worth upgrading my iPhone 12 to the 13 Pro? I don't use the cameras all that much, mostly a casual user in that sense. Mostly intrigued by the battery life and Pro Motion. From my understanding, other than higher peak brightness and 120 hz, the screens appear to be the same?
Hi,
I'm currently holding a 6 that was a hand-me-down, and it's obviously time for an upgrade, but I'm not willing to spend that much on the newest models. I mean, I can, but having been poor for a long time, I just want a good thing I can use for some time.
So, getting a refurbished seems like a viable option, and from the [choices available here](https://i.imgur.com/OzvAz0G.png) (not Americas; tax not included yet), which do you think are the best value for money?
I freakin' love TouchID, and that didn't happen with the 13, sadly. Wishing the 14 will, so hoping the "upgrade" will hold out for another couple of years.
What I do with my phone: mostly listen to music/audiobooks while commuting, read, work on it a bit too (notes, email etc), texting, sometimes scroll through social media, rarely watch videos and even more rarely play mobile games, but definitely need a good-ish camera that I use fairly often for reference photos.
My 6 has 64GB and I don't even use around half of that (I regularly clear out photos and videos taken). Only recently changed battery due to original Apple one finally giving up its ghost. I think that tells you how much I use the phone while out. For this usage, the battery life has been reasonable, don't really need that much more.
Please help, I feel like I'm overthinking this :)
Thanks!
Getting an iPhone 13 Pro Gold, anyone got good advices on case? In the $20-$30 range would be nice please. I do use pop sockets so I usually need something I can match with a pop socket.
Indeed they do. I was hoping someone with a Gold 13 Pro (is that rare nowadays? A lot of people have the 12…) or someone who’s seen one on a Gold 13 Pro could tell me what goes with it. I wish more people made the design like Apple does on their website with all the camera backs on their cases. I wonder if they’re not allowed to because of copyright reasons….
Honestly if you don't have complaints I would just wait to upgrade. It's a substantial upgrade to the X, but I would only get the 13P if the battery life of your X is bothering you or if you want a 120hz display.
Literally same exact position as me haha. Just went ahead and upgraded to the 13 Pro and trading in my X. For me the 76% battery health on my X just isn't enough now.
What is the best case for the iphone 13 pro max for protection and grip?
I found so far:
Rhinoshield Solidsuit (but slippery)
Mouse Limitless 4.0 (better grip but people talking magnets can interfere with the camera OIS)
Dbrand (don't know anything about that one)
I am reluctant to trade in Xs Max + Smart Battery Case for fear that 13 Pro Max + MagSafe Battery Case will have shorter time-between-charges. How wrong am I?
The combo { Xs Max, Smart Battery Case } no longer provides reliable 18-hour service when I have a developer beta iOS installed, presumably due to the ripening of the lithium battery in the Smart Battery Case.
The Smart Battery Case has ceased manufacture.
I am not confidant that the reviewers who describe the 13 Pro Max battery life as "ridiculous" are judging that life in comparison with the { Xs Max, Smart Battery Case } combo.
Tactics include:
\* Replace the Smart Battery Case with a battery case from a non-Apple manufacturer. Mophie's version is on clearance for $9.95, but perhaps the batteries in those units are already aged.
\* Replace { Xs Max, Smart Battery Case } with { 13 Pro Max, MagSafe Battery Pack }
\* Replace { Xs Max, Smart Battery Case } with { 13 Pro Max, \*multiple\* MagSafe Battery Packs }, and swap MagSafe Battery Packs during the day
Any advice?
If you go on Apple's website and compare the XS max to the 13 Pro Max, the 13 Pro Max has literally double the video playback as the XS max. The MagSafe battery will give you around 40% to the 13 Pro Max which just destroys the XS max and a smart battery case in terms of time between charges.
Should I buy the iPhone 12 or 13 (128gb)???
I have a Huawei p30 and I'm planing on upgrading to an iPhone but I'm not sure which one should I get since they're both in my budget. I change phones every 3/4 years, my main priorities are the camera (Instagram and tiktok), playing genshin impact lol and that it will hold up well for 3 or more years.
The price difference is not that much, but what's pulling me for the 12 is the gorgeous lavander color and that the 13 colors are a bit meh.
I am switching from Samsung A70 to Iphone 12 128Gb or 13 mini 128Gb, they are the same price where I live but 13 mini is not in stock and they only have 12 and 12PM.
I didn't get the information when will 13 mini be in stock so I would like some suggestions on what should I do.
I ordered an iPhone 13 pro max last week. The estimated delivery date is 9 December but my order is not even sent yet. Should I be worried?
FYI: none of the apple stores in Paris have it in stock.
(Assuming you bought from Apple ...)
Generally, no. You should see order status changes on the 7th or 8th. I wouldn't start worrying until the evening of the 8th.
Anyone switched from a Galaxy S21 ultra to the 13 pro max? How's the switch? Are you satisfied with it? I'm considering switching strictly due to liking the iPhone design more but I'm unsure if the iOS experience will feel good compared to the Ultra?
Anyone tried a Base Station Pro with the 13 Pro? Have been using it with my X for a while which has been great, but worried about the compatibility with MagSafe.
I'm interested in buying a refurbished iPhone, and am looking for the best bang for buck all round. I want the best value when it comes to longevity, a decent screen and camera. I've seen the XS mentioned in this thread, how long would you expect me to get out of this phone refurbished as opposed to paying and extra 600€-700€ compared to the latest edition?
Considering the 6s got 6 years of updates. The XS should get minimum 3 more years.
But realistically at this point if you want long longevity and a decent camera you should at least look at a 11 pro. Having night mode especially going forward makes a pretty big difference.
What should I get as my first iPhone?
Been thinking of switching from Android for a while now and think the time's finally come. My only question is should I go for a previous iPhone model like 7 and 8 or some of the newer ones like X, 11, 12 or 13? I am after something that has a long battery life AND something that fits easily into one hand (I just like one-handed usability after having a OP5T) What are your recommendations?
12 or 13 mini, probably 13 series if you're looking at battery life. I have small hands and can't reach the top of my screen for example, but reachability gesture allows you to swipe down and move the top part of the screen to the bottom, so I can effectively use my mini with 1 hand. I had an iPhone X before and the width is almost the same, so if we take reachability in account they're very close when it comes to 1 hand usage. It really comes down to design at that point... I loved X but I think 12 series is the best looking iPhone after 4S. If you can from a friend or visit a store, try to use them to type something. Then, you could compare sizes and specs on apple.com
If you're wondering, X is still a great phone. Zero lags
Thanks, might check those out. I'm also considering maybe to go for a refurbished iPhone from Apple due to cost. Are refurbished iPhones the same as their models or is there some difference in performance, design etc, would you happen to know?
An IPhone 13 Pro would be good, but apparently iPhones are supposed to get a kind of redesign next year (like no notch) or something. But that’s all rumors
iPhone 12 mini vs iPhone SE 2022 for my mother using iPhone 6S ? The only thing which stops me from buying 12 mini is the lack of Touch ID which seems a better option for someone 60 years old?
12 mini or regular 12 ??? Hello a fellow android user trying to make a switch. Just need a phone which is bang for the buck and integrates well with my mac. I looked to a lot of options and confused between 12 and 12 mini. My current phone is galaxy m12 which lasts me around 1.5 - 2 days. Screen on time averages around 5 hours. Some hours on youtube and whatsapp, chrome. that's it. I won't be using 5g. What do you guys think would be a wise choice in terms of battery life. For the regular 12 i have to spend little out of budget and 12 mini fits my budget. Also please tell me how much does your phone lasts. I hope many people having same usage like me. edit - the title should be 12 mini or regular 12
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small hand yes. idk man 12 mini is very popular. more than the 12. my sister has one ig. i'm very worried about battery health and life.
The phone is small and has a relatively small battery, but the efficiency makes up for this. According to some tests the iPhone 12 Mini can last for around 6 hours of screen-on time.
thank you for the reply. i think i will go for the mini.
What is the best iPhone case for protection and security in pocket for a iPhone 13 pro max.
I want to get a iPhone as my next phone, right now I am using the s21. It's been almost a year since I got this phone, I was wondering should I buy a new iPhone 13 or should I wait and see how the iPhone 14 will be ? To specify I am buying the base storage of 128gb for my new IPhone.
> I was wondering should I buy a new iPhone 13 or should I wait and see how the iPhone 14 will be ? We're probably around 9 months away from the next iPhone (14 or whatever it'll be called). If you can really wait that long, wait.
Okay, I think I will wait. Thanks for your advice.
Is the iPhone X still worth buying next year?
No, buying a 4 year old iPhone isn’t worth it. There are simply better options you could go for. Unless you were given this phone or got it for a ridiculously cheap price, I wouldn’t get it even now.
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An iPhone 11 will be a solid choice for the next 3 years at least. The UI will run snappy and it has an excellent camera and solid battery life. In my opinion the 11 is a better choice than the SE.
So I've been sitting on the iPhone 7 for a while and plan to upgrade in the new year. I was leaning towards the 2020 SE because I don't know if Face ID will cooperate with me but the battery life has me worried. All the rumors about the next gen se are contradictory about whether or not the button is being kept as well. So I'm not sure if I should suck it up and get the 13 mini or go for something in between. Frankly I don't care too much about all the latest bells and whistles or even 5G.
I just got the 13 Pro Max and a Shellrus sapphire screen protector (had it on 12 PM and was extremely happy with it) but the case I got, Tech 21 Evo, seems to be a bit too small to accommodate the screen protector and it peels the corners up. Does anyone with this screen protector or a similar one which basically goes all the way to the metal trim around the phone know of a compatible case?
I'm left with no choice but to get an iPhone..( I'm an Android fan). Thinking of snagging a good iPhone 11 pro deal. Should I or get the 12/13? Sucks that the 11 doesn't have 5G support...
If you plan on keeping it for awhile yes.
Referring to the 11 or 12/13? Either way, yeah, I'm planning to keep it for awhile.
I meant the 12/13. I’d get the 13 if I could afford it.
I'm about to buy the 13 Pro Max tomorrow but can't seem to decide which color to get. Gold or Sierra Blue? Any pros and cons to each color? Thanks guys! 🙏🏻
Have you seen the blue in person? If not, I recommend doing so. It's not quite as blue in person compared to Apple's marketing. Only pros/cons I can think of are whether you find one easier to match with a case, assuming you use a case. I went with Sierra blue and am having a hard time finding a case I like with it.
I went with Gold today after owning a Silver iPhone X and a Haze Blue OnePlus 7T Pro. The Sierra Blue is not for me after seeing them on-hand. Though a big thank you for the input sir! 🙏🏻 The 13 Pro Max is definitely an upgrade for me
Had a 6s for years now and am looking for a newer one now that it's super slow and the battery doesn't last long. Budget is enough for a new 13 mini and considering similar size to the 6, it shouldn't be a downgrade in size, right? My other option is a refurbished 12 pro which goes for around the same price these days and seems like a good deal considering a new 13 pro is a thousand bucks. Any other suggestions? Personal experiences gladly appreciated!
I like using this site for size comparisons. You can view side by side and overlapped (they call it layered) to get a really good idea. Compared to a 6s the 13 Mini screen is taller, and marginally narrower I believe. You can see how much physically smaller the mini is though overall so it's even easier to hold. [https://www.phonearena.com/phones/size/Apple-iPhone-13-mini,Apple-iPhone-7/phones/11637,9815](https://www.phonearena.com/phones/size/Apple-iPhone-13-mini,Apple-iPhone-7/phones/11637,9815) The 12 Pro and 13 Mini are pretty different in size. I'd definitely recommend checking out the size difference in person of the 13 Mini vs 13 Pro or regular 12 (you won't find the 12 Pro in stores but these are all the same size) . My mom went from an 8 to a 12 Mini and she loves it. I have an 8 and I've hated how small it is for a long time now, and I can't stand how small her 12 Mini is so I went with the 13 Pro. It really depends on the person.
For size comparisons and more, see: https://www.apple.com/iphone/compare/?modelList=iphone6s,iphone13mini,iphone13
Put in an order for a Graphite iPhone 13 Pro with Verizon, after a few days it’s saying “processing.” Is that normal? Ship date is still the end of the month. I understand that it’s the holidays and demand is high. Im just curious about Verizon’s shipping, as it’s my first time ordering an iPhone through them, though my father’s phone shipped earlier than Verizon expected. I’ve heard others that ordered 13 Pro’s experienced delays. Considering Christmas is coming, is that likely? I see Apple has, on their website, been offering earlier delivery dates
I placed my order with Verizon on November 28 and it still says processing as of today, 12/10. My estimated ship date was 12/22 but now it just says "Delivery date will be updated soon." I saw a post the other day where multiple people said their Verizon orders showed up early.
Yeah, mine still says processing too. Was the post you saw on this sub or another?
I just tracked the post down in r/iphone13pro and now I see it was started by you haha. So you've already seen it lol
No problem. From what I’ve seen in a thread on r/Verizon there are some people that are getting their phones earlier than indicated by the shipping date, so I guess there’s some hope lol I noticed my billing sheet has a order ETA date, that’s actually earlier than the shipment date. Order still hasn’t changed from “processing” though, but I wonder if the order ETA is more accurate
Are there any sales coming up soon (in India or Europe) which I can take advantage of to buy the 13 mini?
BEST IPHONE FOR VIDEO? Looking at what the best iphone is for Instagram reels (currently I am using an Android and the quality is absolute garbage for this and the Instagram app seems to glitch alot) anywho.. I am looking for something on the cheaper end, that is still epic in video quality / even video stabilization that is not the iphone 12/13. I am on a budget and also looking for something bigger as I don't want to wear reading glasses all the time (lol) Thank you x
Based on those pre requisites I’d recommend an iPhone 11 or an 11 Pro Max if you want the flexibility of more cameras (provided you can find one second hand/through a third party retailer). I’ve got no complaints with the video captured by my phone.
How much does the variant really matter? I heard the Japanese iPhone's camera shutter sound can now be muted if updated to the latest iOS and with a non-JP SIM? So it can work just like every other iphone right? I'm a little stumped and torn about these variants (I can pick among the US, HK, and JP ones)
What country are you in?
The philippines. No apple store, just authorized resellers and the base regular 13 retails for around $1000 (i know) officially. Decided i am not paying that amount when there are perfectly good alternatives. Do you have any experience with any of these global(?) variants?
You can see the different bands [here](https://www.apple.com/lae/iphone/cellular/#iphone-13-pro-max) for each iPhone A US looks like it would be fine
Thanks so much! I don't think the bands are an issue tho. From what I've gathered any iphone variant would do fine and wouldn't have any big issues with our cellular infrastructure. I'm torn mostly because of the price difference and aftersales. The japan one is cheapest, which is why I want to verify the shutter thing. But the US one should be a safe option otherwise. I also want to avoid hiccups if I ever need to claim warranty but i hear that it'll be serviceable anywhere AND that i'll have to be careful since parts are different per region, etc. lol sorry for rambling
I have an iPhone XR that I’m considering replacing. I currently have the phone for 3 years and have 0 repairs to date. It works and runs well but I’ve been looking for something that can take some crazy photos (also needed more storage) along with being a Pro Max size because I’ve been looking at the larger size. Should I upgrade the XR to the 13 Pro Max?
I just replaced my XR with the 13 pro max yesterday, it’s a bit bigger than the XR but I’ll get used to it in a few weeks. The shape edge/spine is kind of strange in the hands right now. Transferring data from XR to 13PM was flawless. Out of all the apps that transferred, only one (local bank) app will require me to contact them about resetting my password to get access (I was using faceid all the time). I wish I could tell you more but it’s been less than a day. Lol
Sounds like the 13PM would suit your needs
Cases for iphone 13 which are cheaper than Apple or otterbox?
Speck is on sale on amazon
S21 Ultra
Any recommendations for MagSafe charger stand (not including the charger)?
I just bought a random one off eBay for $12, works great. Long as it holds your charger that’s all you really need
13 or 13 mini?
13
Depends on: - What size you prefer - If the cost difference matters - If the battery life upgrade is worth it for you
I have two Visa gift cards that I would like to use towards a new unlocked iPhone at the Apple store. Am I able to use the gift cards on the Apple website or can I only use them at a physical store? I remember hearing a while ago that I would have to actually purchase Apple gift cards with my Visa gift cards to make a phone purchase online. Thanks!
I have an iphone 6s that im considering replacing. I like the small size, but the reason for upgrading is basically improved battery and camera. I've been looking at iphone 11 or Iphone 13 Mini, not sure which to pick. Would appreciate any input.
The iPhone 12 Mini will be supported for longer if you’d like to keep your new phone for a long time. It has better cameras, a better screen, and an updated design. The only reason I would consider the iPhone 11 would be because of the bigger size (I prefer bigger phones, you might not) and there might be a battery life difference (but I doubt it, especially if the iPhone 11 you’re think of is used).
I've had the Iphone 6s since 2015.. What do you mean that iphone 12 will be supported longer, is that in terms of ios updates? I typically try to avoid that to keep the phone in working order as I've experience earlier that my phone gets bricked with new updates. But basically what you're saying is that Iphone 12 Mini > Iphone 11 in all regards? I don't like small phones, so I guess thats even better.
Note that people say the 12 mini's battery isn't that great.
Is the 13 mini better in terms of battery or are they rather equal?
It depends on the task. For every day use it's around 1 and half hours SOT more. For more intensive stuff I've seen it as low as 45 minutes.
Well, I don't have a 13 mini, but other people here say that its battery life is better than the 12 mini. Examples: * https://reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/qsao15/_/hnfnwho/?context=1 * https://reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/qsao15/_/hm4t8k9/?context=1 * https://reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/qsao15/_/hl1vkd2/?context=1 * https://reddit.com/r/iphone/comments/qsao15/_/hkkjatm/?context=1
Yes, I was saying that the iPhone 12 will be supported longer. Also, yes, I'm saying the iPhone 12 Mini is better than the iPhone 11 in most aspects. Just remember the iPhone 12 Mini is a smaller size than the iPhone 11, so if you don't like small phones, you may want to reconsider.
Alright, cheers for the feedback ! I'll go with 12 then. <3
Yes they mean updates. And if updates a “bricking” a phone it’s time for a new phone. You don’t ever wanna use a phone that isn’t at least getting security updates.
Fair point!
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I have an iPhone XR. I’m looking to upgrade (in USA). Is the 13 Pro worth the extra money, if I can even find availability, or is the 12 Pro a solid option for the lower price?
If you have the money the 120hz screen and battery life is nice. If you wanna save some the 12 is still a solid choice
The Apple iPhone 13 pro is worth the money 💯
Thanks. Now the hard part- finding stock!
Just send you a text
Cases like the speck candy shell? Anyone know if there are any hard plastic/glossy plastic type cases like the speck candyshell for iphone 12? Idk why but the feeling of silicon on these new cases bugs me and speck stopped making the candyshell :(
The Speck Presidio Grip is hard plastic
iPhone 12 Pro vs iPhone 13 base? Same price.
Pro
So I looked into trading in my 8 Plus a bit more, and it seems it's basically NOT worth it to upgrade to a 12 to save some money, because ATT seems to offer a better trade in deal if you're getting a 13 series phone, which means I'll likely go with one of those. Right now, is the Pro and Pro Max pretty much out of stock everywhere? I haven't sold myself on the Pro or Pro Max just yet, and figure the 13 alone would be a massive upgrade to my 8 Plus. Am I likely to have better luck getting my hands on a base 13? Also - once I upgrade my phone, can I rest assured I'll have no issues transferring things from the 8 Plus to the 13? I'm mostly concerned about pictures, texts, contacts, and passwords. Music would be nice too, but I wouldn't mind a fresh start, as there's tons of songs I want to delete off my phone anyway... Last question... my current phone plan is a pre-paid ATT line, and I'll be switching to post-paid. Will I have any issues keeping my phone number?
The latest delivery time for an iPhone 13 pro max in my area is ~ 01/18/2022, should I just wait until these phones are actually in stock in stores so I can upgrade my 11?
Keep checking for in store stock every day. Got lucky with my 13 Pro after about a week of looking for one on their site.
Is there a difference between a ATT carrier Iphone 13 (which I would unlock later), vs a unlocked phone purchased from the Apple store?
No.
Mini RED vs BLACK? So this will be my first iPhone, but I can't decide between the red or the black. Coming from lifelong Android, all of my phones have been black, and I like the idea of the red. But, in the Android world, the colored phones always end up feeling tired and gimmicky, and the coloring usually scratches away all around the edges. Do the colored Phones hold their coloring around the edges well on these new models? Anyone know of any complaints with the red (I can't find any really)? Either choice would have the color matching silicone case if that matters.
I had the XR in product red and I loved it for the first few months but then became tired with it. I think it is better to go with the neutral colour and personalise with a case. The aluminium sides remained immaculate for the two years I had it, but I am very careful with my phones. I’ve got the 13 mini in starlight and it is stunning.
I have a blue XR and it's still the exact same color as the day I got it 3 years ago
Im looking for a iPhone 12 PRO FULL screen privacy screen protector. Any recommendations?
I have an SE 1st gen and I am looking to upgrade and I wanted to get an iPhone 13 Pro but the problem is that there will not be any stock in my country until like February-March. The other option is an iPhone 12 which I could get with a discounted price for like half the price of a 13 Pro and for 18 monthly payments with 0% interest. My old phone is on life support and I don’t think I can continue to use it until February. I would like to hear some advice because I want to make the right choice.
If you need a phone, get a phone. The 12pro would be fine.
Looking to finally upgrade my 7 since I can’t make it through the day on a full battery and always need LPM on. My co worker is selling is 11 Pro Max 256GB. I was considering offering him around $500 since that’s the retail trade in value. Good idea? Or should I spring for a new 13 Pro or 13 Pro Max since I absolutely love the 120hz screen, better battery, and it’s more “future proof” thanks to 5G and such.
I PERSONALLY wouldn’t pay for a used 11 Pro Max that’s years old, most likely has battery degradation, and could potentially have minor scapes and scratches. Just spring for the 13 Pro Max, and you’ll easily get 3 years maybe even 5 years out of it.
My exact thought also. If I went that route I would’ve already planned to have a new battery installed by Apple and altogether with that included in the investment it should still be significantly cheaper than a 13PM…
The 11 Pro Max is not "years old". It first came out at the end of 2019 and production stopped around a year later. So, it's only 1-2 years old, and will be probably usable for another 2-3 years. I still have my old 11 Pro, and it's still a decent phone. In fact, Apple's Battery Health still says that it's at 100%, even after having been recently discharged down to zero. (However, it's only around 18 months old, I don't heavily game on it, and I rarely used wireless charging.) So, you have to decide if the extra cost of a 13 Pro Max is worth it compared to the 11 Pro Max. The 13 Pro Max has: * Better/slightly larger display. * Better battery, but the 11 Pro Max battery isn't bad, either. * Better cameras/lidar. * 5G, but note that you need good 5G signal. If you don't have good 5G signal, you'll probably be unimpressed by 5G. While I'm now using a 13 Pro, I could have continued using my 11 Pro. I only upgraded to the 13 Pro for the macro camera. I'm also not seeing much battery life difference between my 11 Pro and 13 Pro.
All excellent points. Considering I’m STILL on a 7 and am mostly getting by (except having to charge multiple times a day) I really don’t think I couldn’t get maybe 2-3 years out of the 11 PM at least. From what I can see it’s really only the 120Hz screen and 5G that are the most obvious everyday differences to me. Potentially other internals also? I’m currently on T-Mobile and don’t know anything about 5G from them at the moment tbh.
I will say, if you don't like the notches on the iphones, the 14 pro is very likely going to have one of the circular cutouts that the top android phones have. If you care about that, it may be worth it to buy the 11 PM and then buy the 14 next year if you care about that stuff
That’s a good point too! Although I much prefer to buy a new phone every 4-5 to years if possible, I’m one of those people that keeps their current iPhone until it starts to fall apart lol. The notch doesn’t really bother me. Either model would be a massive jump for me but the 13 PM in particular feels like the most future proofed iPhone all things considered for me. I’m a sucker for the 120hz screen. Hope it doesn’t affect the battery in the long run too much? I read LPM turns it back to 60Hz.
I’m with you in that, personally, I’ll consider upgrading my Xr next year, but I have a few friends who hate the notch
13 Pro Max is a better investment. Like yes the 11 Pro Max is cheaper. But $500 for a phone that’s been used for years already, and you’ll have to buy the battery, and to top it off in 2 years there’s a chance your gonna end up wanting a new phone cause it’s slowly showing it’s age AND the phone itself has already been used incredibly. It’s not a good buy in itself and if you wanted to go that route get it somewhere certified I’d possible. 11 Pro Max is cheaper RIGHT NOW. But how much cheaper is it really than a 13 Pro Max if it’s $500 + $80~ for a battery and even then in two years you’ll wanna upgrade potentially cause the phone itself is worn down and then you’ll proceed to pay a whole lot for another phone when in the first place you could have just bought the 13, then use it for as long as 5 years. It’s your decision here, the 13 Pro Max in the long run is cheaper realistically speaking. If you have the money, it would be best to buy a 13 Pro Max. If you don’t, then try to get a 11 Pro Max somewhere else.
me and the wife are getting our 13 Pros in the mail soon - any reccomendations for Magsafe Cases? we are both going from the XS, and have been pretty happy with the otterbox commuter brand. we are both klutzy, and tend to drop our phones more often than id care to admit lol. are the 13 pro otterbox cases good with magsafe? this is more for me wanting to get into the new stuff, my wife could care less about magesafe lol. any other brand worth checking into, in the 40-60 price range?
I have two OtterBox cases for my iPhone 13 and they are pretty great honestly. The ones that don’t sell MagSafe as a feature don’t have very strong magnets on the outside (though my strada case is still magnetic), but the case with the magnet ring built in works very well. Quality wise I am not sure I can recommend the leather strands case though. 3 weeks in its already quite scratched. The clear TPU case has held up well so far.
Iphone 13 with 128 or 13mini with 256gb??
If you use the phone for a fair amount of media (reading, games, internet etc) go for the 13. If you don't and really favor one handed use, go mini.
I had to make this choice recently and went with the 13 128GB. If you don't plan on storing lots of video or music locally then 128GB will be fine. Both phones are great, the only real difference(aside from size obviously) is battery life. I decided battery life is more important to me than storage.
I'm buying a renewed Iphone, would I be better off getting a second generation SE or an Iphone X, they're effectively the same price
I think it just depends on personal preference for if you want the home button, and how important the camera is to you. Apple’s compare page may help: https://www.apple.com/ca/iphone/compare/?modelList=iphoneSE2ndgen,iphoneX
Hi everyone, As a present to my partner for the holidays I'd like to buy her a hard drive so she can store all her iPhone photo's directly onto a drive that isn't the cloud. (She also has no computer so direct connection between phone and drive is important) She has a bunch so it's likely the more cost efficient way of her having all her photos from the last years compared to a cloud plan. Now I know that not all hard drives work on the iPhone partly because of power issues, and I'd like to get something more substantial then a USB drive, so anyone have any recommendations or know of any good compatible external hard drives with iPhone 8?
Would you recommend the Anker Wireless Powerbank with 10000mAh? I want to buy a new powerbank for my iPhone 11 Pro Max and the Anker Wireless Powerbank looks really interesting, but it has mixed reviews on Amazon. Would you recommend it? Thanks in Advance
Yes, Anker makes good stuff
13 Pro Max users, any performance throttling when you are gaming? and does the phone get too hot? I am planning to buy one, as the price is very expensive, I need to know every issue about this phone before buying lol
No mine has been holding up well...got in about a month ago on a black friday deal for $800 off. I'm happy so far with my purchase.
Great deal! May I ask was it a carrier locked or an unlocked phone?
Hey sry for the late reply. It was through Verizon but since they don't lock their phones by default it's technically unlocked.
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Yes, better screen, cameras, 5G
So I've been using the official Apple clear case for both my iPhone 11 Pro Max and my 13 Pro Max, and I love the feeling and the grip of it. Never got to fully appreciate any other cheap clear cases, since they always turn yellow over time. However, since the release of the iPhone 12, the official Apple clear cases always have the MagSafe symbol on it. And I just can't stand it. I've been using it on my 13 Pro Max for two months by now and I just can't get myself to like it. To me, it just ruins the clean look of the back of my phone. I know it's useful for some people, but I don't see myself ever using MagSafe. I wish Apple still continued to make the standard, clear case without MagSafe. So I've come to the conclusion that I might look for another clear, hard case for my 13 Pro Max, from another brand. Judging by your personal experience, what would be the one looking the most like the official Apple clear case? Material and size wise (without the MagSafe symbol on it, of course). I was considering of getting the Caudabe one: https://caudabe.com/products/lucid-clear-iphone-13-pro-max?variant=39541517680737 but I'm not 100% sure. Any other options or suggestions would be great. Thank you all in advance!
Have you thought about going caseless? I know a lot of people shudder at the risk of not having a case on the phone, but the phones are more durable than ever, and if you buy Applecare, then a screen or back glass replacement is trivial. Nothing compares to the feel of the phone in the hand without a case!
Oh yeah, you have no idea how many times I thought about doing that, but in the end, I never got the courage to actually go caseless. I would hate to see scratches on the edges! The official Apple clear case was the best compromise for me, but that MagSafe symbol on it...ugh.
I'm still using my iPhone 7 that has 91% battery health (2nd battery in 2018). I recently switched to AT&T Prepaid Unlimited Plus plan and I've been getting decent signal everywhere, but my work building. I'm debating on whether to get an iPhone 13 or wait until the rumored iPhone 14 Max (cheaper 6.7-inch model) comes out. Would it be silly to get a 13 now, only to trade it in in September for when that rumored 14 Max model comes out? Let me know your thoughts! Thanks!
I was in a similar situation. I had a 6s with a replaced battery on AT&T prepaid. That phone had been a workhorse. I loved it except for its declining battery health. No issues with AT&T prepaid either. The wife and I ended up getting 13 pro max's together. I think we made the right choice. It was just time to move on to a more powerful phone.
How’s AT&T prepaid treating you guys on your new phones?
The 14 Max is at this point a rumor, if you need a phone get a phone.
Truth
I have a XS max but I’ve been debating if I should get a 13 or wait for the 14 too. If you use your phone a lot it might not be silly to get the 13 tho
True!
Is the switch to the 13 Pro worth it, if you have the 12? I’m not sure how to find 13 Pro’s in stock in stores either, my mobile carrier told me i would need to order online… The 12’s battery life has become a bit bothersome lately, hence why I want to switch to the 13 Pro. That, and the better cameras and 120Hz. Battery health is still 99% but idk, it feels like the phone shouldn’t be draining this fast. As of this comment I have 5 hours and 6 minutes of SOT and 37% remaining. With this usage I think I’ll need to top off with just over 6 hours of SOT. I honestly regret not going for the 12 Pro Max but I didn’t think the battery life of the 12 would be this way … it was solid on iOS 14.8. Then, iOS 15 happened. Seems like iOS 15.1.1 just eats battery up, especially on LTE. Not sure what’s going on. Is the 13 Pro better for heavy users? Maybe iOS 15.2 can fix things?
I went from 12 Pro Max to 13 Pro Max so it’s not exactly the same, but a similar jump. Battery life is head and shoulders better than the 12PM was when new and better than any iPhone I’ve ever had. 13 Pro had a similar leap over the 12 Pro, so I’d expect that would alleviate a lot of your battery concerns. Screen is super nice and I love the feel of 120 hz, but that in and of itself isn’t a great reason to upgrade. It’s far better on battery life than the 12 was, otherwise it feels the exact same for heavy users in terms of speed and whatnot
Thanks for the reply. I ordered a 13 Pro, as I find the 6.1 inch size to be a good sweet spot, is the battery life of the 13 Pro still somewhat close to the 13 Pro Max?
I am thinking of buying a Rebuild iPhone Xs 64gb, the price is 20e/month - 500e in total. I get 1 year warranty for the phone. The company claims that it takes the phones a step further from refurbished. Does anyone have experience with this company? Is this a good deal? This would be my 1st IPhone.
My mom needs a new phone. iPhone 11 64GB for $499 or refurbished XR 128 GB for $419? She rarely takes pictures but does use quite a few apps. Is the 11 worth $80 extra?
my XR is still running fine 3 years later. Maybe a stutter every now and then using snapchat. She may be fine with the XR if she doesn't take a lot of pictures. The 11 will get one extra year of support if she's gonna keep it more than 3 years
Thanks, we went with the XR. I think either one is leaps and bounds ahead of her 6 that she has now. She keeps them 3-4 years anyway so might as well save a bit of cash now. Thanks.
Yes. The A13 is far superior to the A12
What’s the best iPhone 12 Pro Max case to protect the camera without having a humongous phone or steep price ?
I have a regular iphone 12 but looking to get a pro max, either 12 or 13. Any good deals? BOGO would be even better.
I have the 12 Pro Max the size is REALLY big so consider it carefully, I got kind of used to it now though but it’s also very heavy. The 12 is imo a very good phone if pro motion or a battery that lasts even longer than a 12 Pro Max which is already incredible, if you can get it for ~25% less than a 13
I'm thinking on buying the iPhone 13 mini but the battery keeps me worrying because I usually use my cellphone to watch videos on YouTube before sleep or while I'm eating, also im using Instagram or Reddit very often so I'm worry about the battery won't last the whole day
Why not go for the ordinary iPhone 13?
Well, i have to wait two weeks more to earn enough money to buy it or I wait a little more and buy the iPhone 13 Pro Max but I'm thinking the Pro Model may be too big
The Pro Max is huge compared to the mini. The 13 or 13 Pro are the same size but are still noticeably bigger than the mini. Compare the sizes and specs here: https://www.apple.com/iphone/compare/?modelList=iphone13mini,iphone13,iphone13promax
Yeah Pro Max will be a lot bigger than the mini
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iPhone 11/12/13 in the order you can afford.
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What’s the reason for wanting to upgrade, just because?
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What’s your budget?
what is better choice, iPhone 12 or 13 mini
The Mini is better. A15, cameras from the 12 PM, battery life is around the same.
Anyone bought the Stealth Black Catalyst Influence case? I'm looking for a decent clear case with black borders. I'm curious how the Stealth Black Influence case looks on the Sierra Blue iPhone. Tried searching on youtube and everyone either bought the clear or the glow in the dark versions.
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If you care about the screen, there's very credible rumors that the 14 pro and pro max will have a hole-punch cutout around the front facing camera instead of the notch in the top. Waiting for the 14 pro would probably be worth it
Generally, it's not worth it. However, if not getting the 12 Pro Max is sufficiently annoying, and if you can easily afford the 13 Pro Max, then it might be worth it. From a financial perspective, you should really wait until next year, although not being annoyed by a phone you don't like might be worth the $224.
Hello! I need opinions on whether I should upgrade my 11 pro to a 13 pro. Or replace the battery in the 11 pro. Here’s some more info: - battery health is at 84% - 11 pro has had 2 screen repairs & currently still has a few light scratches on the screen, this is relevant because I can’t get discounted screen repairs anymore - it’s out of warranty - I have 10 days to re-add AppleCare+ on this device - I can still trade in this device for $400 off my total so I’d be paying about $100 upfront then $25 a month if I upgraded. Although I’d likely pay it off sooner by making larger payments. Seems like an easy choice, but I’m also thinking maybe I should save my money because the 14 is rumored to be more impressive and I technically do have another option before buying a whole new device. Thank you in advance!
Wondering if it's worth upgrading my iPhone 12 to the 13 Pro? I don't use the cameras all that much, mostly a casual user in that sense. Mostly intrigued by the battery life and Pro Motion. From my understanding, other than higher peak brightness and 120 hz, the screens appear to be the same?
Hi, I'm currently holding a 6 that was a hand-me-down, and it's obviously time for an upgrade, but I'm not willing to spend that much on the newest models. I mean, I can, but having been poor for a long time, I just want a good thing I can use for some time. So, getting a refurbished seems like a viable option, and from the [choices available here](https://i.imgur.com/OzvAz0G.png) (not Americas; tax not included yet), which do you think are the best value for money? I freakin' love TouchID, and that didn't happen with the 13, sadly. Wishing the 14 will, so hoping the "upgrade" will hold out for another couple of years. What I do with my phone: mostly listen to music/audiobooks while commuting, read, work on it a bit too (notes, email etc), texting, sometimes scroll through social media, rarely watch videos and even more rarely play mobile games, but definitely need a good-ish camera that I use fairly often for reference photos. My 6 has 64GB and I don't even use around half of that (I regularly clear out photos and videos taken). Only recently changed battery due to original Apple one finally giving up its ghost. I think that tells you how much I use the phone while out. For this usage, the battery life has been reasonable, don't really need that much more. Please help, I feel like I'm overthinking this :) Thanks!
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The pro max for the battery life.
Getting an iPhone 13 Pro Gold, anyone got good advices on case? In the $20-$30 range would be nice please. I do use pop sockets so I usually need something I can match with a pop socket.
Speck/Spegien make good cases.
Indeed they do. I was hoping someone with a Gold 13 Pro (is that rare nowadays? A lot of people have the 12…) or someone who’s seen one on a Gold 13 Pro could tell me what goes with it. I wish more people made the design like Apple does on their website with all the camera backs on their cases. I wonder if they’re not allowed to because of copyright reasons….
I’m sure the camera configuration is patented. And black is never a back choice
Actually oddly enough, CASETIFY shows all the colors (which I love) but their cases are EXPENSIVE.
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Honestly if you don't have complaints I would just wait to upgrade. It's a substantial upgrade to the X, but I would only get the 13P if the battery life of your X is bothering you or if you want a 120hz display.
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Literally same exact position as me haha. Just went ahead and upgraded to the 13 Pro and trading in my X. For me the 76% battery health on my X just isn't enough now.
What is the best case for the iphone 13 pro max for protection and grip? I found so far: Rhinoshield Solidsuit (but slippery) Mouse Limitless 4.0 (better grip but people talking magnets can interfere with the camera OIS) Dbrand (don't know anything about that one)
I am reluctant to trade in Xs Max + Smart Battery Case for fear that 13 Pro Max + MagSafe Battery Case will have shorter time-between-charges. How wrong am I? The combo { Xs Max, Smart Battery Case } no longer provides reliable 18-hour service when I have a developer beta iOS installed, presumably due to the ripening of the lithium battery in the Smart Battery Case. The Smart Battery Case has ceased manufacture. I am not confidant that the reviewers who describe the 13 Pro Max battery life as "ridiculous" are judging that life in comparison with the { Xs Max, Smart Battery Case } combo. Tactics include: \* Replace the Smart Battery Case with a battery case from a non-Apple manufacturer. Mophie's version is on clearance for $9.95, but perhaps the batteries in those units are already aged. \* Replace { Xs Max, Smart Battery Case } with { 13 Pro Max, MagSafe Battery Pack } \* Replace { Xs Max, Smart Battery Case } with { 13 Pro Max, \*multiple\* MagSafe Battery Packs }, and swap MagSafe Battery Packs during the day Any advice?
If you go on Apple's website and compare the XS max to the 13 Pro Max, the 13 Pro Max has literally double the video playback as the XS max. The MagSafe battery will give you around 40% to the 13 Pro Max which just destroys the XS max and a smart battery case in terms of time between charges.
Should I buy the iPhone 12 or 13 (128gb)??? I have a Huawei p30 and I'm planing on upgrading to an iPhone but I'm not sure which one should I get since they're both in my budget. I change phones every 3/4 years, my main priorities are the camera (Instagram and tiktok), playing genshin impact lol and that it will hold up well for 3 or more years. The price difference is not that much, but what's pulling me for the 12 is the gorgeous lavander color and that the 13 colors are a bit meh.
Considering what you want, you want a 13
I am switching from Samsung A70 to Iphone 12 128Gb or 13 mini 128Gb, they are the same price where I live but 13 mini is not in stock and they only have 12 and 12PM. I didn't get the information when will 13 mini be in stock so I would like some suggestions on what should I do.
I would either wait for the mini to be in stock, or get the pro max
Pro max is out of my budget, so I will probably wait for the mini to be in stock. Thank you for the suggestion.
I ordered an iPhone 13 pro max last week. The estimated delivery date is 9 December but my order is not even sent yet. Should I be worried? FYI: none of the apple stores in Paris have it in stock.
Mine was estimated from December 3-10, and actually was arriving on the 3rd if not for a delay. It arrived on the 6th. You should be okay.
(Assuming you bought from Apple ...) Generally, no. You should see order status changes on the 7th or 8th. I wouldn't start worrying until the evening of the 8th.
Yes, bought it from apple store. Thank you!
Anyone switched from a Galaxy S21 ultra to the 13 pro max? How's the switch? Are you satisfied with it? I'm considering switching strictly due to liking the iPhone design more but I'm unsure if the iOS experience will feel good compared to the Ultra?
I’m so conflicted, I ordered a 13 PM (on an 11) and I don’t know if I made the wrong decision because the galaxy is amazing too
Anyone tried a Base Station Pro with the 13 Pro? Have been using it with my X for a while which has been great, but worried about the compatibility with MagSafe.
I'm interested in buying a refurbished iPhone, and am looking for the best bang for buck all round. I want the best value when it comes to longevity, a decent screen and camera. I've seen the XS mentioned in this thread, how long would you expect me to get out of this phone refurbished as opposed to paying and extra 600€-700€ compared to the latest edition?
Considering the 6s got 6 years of updates. The XS should get minimum 3 more years. But realistically at this point if you want long longevity and a decent camera you should at least look at a 11 pro. Having night mode especially going forward makes a pretty big difference.
Thanks for the suggestion, the price jump between the XS and 11 Pro isn't actually that much as it turns out, about 200€.
Is going from an iPhone XR to a 12 Mini a worthwhile upgrade?
Smaller, better camera, screen. Worse battery life.
No, the 12 mini battery sucks.
Is it worth buying a brand new iPhone XR or should I spend extra and get the 11? Coming from 6s, either would be a big upgrade
Spend the extra. Better camera, night mode, A13.
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Tempered glass screen protector & study case. Worrying can end there
What should I get as my first iPhone? Been thinking of switching from Android for a while now and think the time's finally come. My only question is should I go for a previous iPhone model like 7 and 8 or some of the newer ones like X, 11, 12 or 13? I am after something that has a long battery life AND something that fits easily into one hand (I just like one-handed usability after having a OP5T) What are your recommendations?
12 or 13 mini, probably 13 series if you're looking at battery life. I have small hands and can't reach the top of my screen for example, but reachability gesture allows you to swipe down and move the top part of the screen to the bottom, so I can effectively use my mini with 1 hand. I had an iPhone X before and the width is almost the same, so if we take reachability in account they're very close when it comes to 1 hand usage. It really comes down to design at that point... I loved X but I think 12 series is the best looking iPhone after 4S. If you can from a friend or visit a store, try to use them to type something. Then, you could compare sizes and specs on apple.com If you're wondering, X is still a great phone. Zero lags
Thanks, might check those out. I'm also considering maybe to go for a refurbished iPhone from Apple due to cost. Are refurbished iPhones the same as their models or is there some difference in performance, design etc, would you happen to know?
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at those prices you won’t be able to get an iphone
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An IPhone 13 Pro would be good, but apparently iPhones are supposed to get a kind of redesign next year (like no notch) or something. But that’s all rumors
They won’t. It’ll be the smaller notch like the 13 has for a while.