Apple iPhone 13 mini (128GB) - Starlight

Product Information

The ‌iPhone 13‌ Pro and ‌iPhone 13‌ Pro Max are available in five colors, all of which are different from those available with the ‌iPhone 13‌ models. That was the case in our testing when we used a compatible charger. You won’t get that charger in the box though, so you may need to buy one separately to ensure you’re able to hit those top speeds. connectivity also returned on the iPhone 13 mini, so you’ll be able to easily connect to next-gen networks as long as your carrier and plan support them and you’re in an area with 5G coverage. Software

Starlight replaces the previous White option, which featured silver aluminum edges. Starlight is similar to the White option from last year, but is now a distinctively warmer shade that is almost pearl or cream-colored. The silver edges now contain a hint of gold to match the new, warmer look. Starlight is effectively analogous to the ‌iPhone 13‌ Pro's cool Silver color, except with less prominent matte aluminum edges and a warmer, almost champagne tone. It features a 5.4-inch screen - we’ll dive into that more below - which is one of the smallest screens on flagship smartphones right now. iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini represent a massive leap in camera design with advancements in hardware and computational photography that deliver stunning photos and videos. The new Wide camera, with 1.7 µm pixels, comes with the biggest sensor ever in an iPhone dual-camera system and is capable of gathering 47 percent more light for less noise and brighter results. Sensor-shift OIS — a technology introduced in iPhone 12 Pro Max and not found in any other smartphone — also comes to the Wide camera, even in the more compact iPhone 13 mini. It stabilizes the sensor instead of the lens so shots are more steady, while the custom-designed Ultra Wide camera with a new sensor captures images with more detail in the dark areas of photos and videos with less noise.

Improvements all around in a miniature form

Elsewhere, the iPhone 13 mini camera works well taking clear shots that have true-to-life colors. We had similar results from the iPhone 13. The quality here doesn’t differ much from the iPhone 12 mini, but it’s still remarkably good for a smartphone at this price. iPhone 13 is splash, water and dust resistant and was tested under controlled laboratory conditions with a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 6 metres up to 30 minutes). Splash, water and dust resistance are not permanent conditions. Resistance might decrease as a result of normal wear. Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone; refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. Liquid damage not covered under warranty. That’s almost indistinguishable from the score the iPhone 13 received, which was 4,688. It’s improved upon the 4,123 that the iPhone 12 mini scored, and it blows away competition in the Android space. For example, the Samsung Galaxy S21 scored 3,367 and the OnePlus 9 Pro scored 3,630. Battery life claim refers to larger models. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/ uk/batteries and apple.com/ uk/iphone/battery.html for more information. If you use your ‌iPhone‌ with a case, you may wish to consider which device color will best complement your case. It may be that you prefer more neutral tones such as Midnight or Starlight on the ‌iPhone 13‌, or Graphite or Silver on the ‌iPhone 13‌ Pro, and then use a more colorful case.

Testing conducted by Apple in August 2021 using preproduction iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, and iPhone 13 Pro Max units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305). Fast-charge testing conducted with drained iPhone units. Charge time varies with settings and environmental factors; actual results will vary. In China mainland, you can use Apple Pay on the web in Safari only on compatible iPhone and iPad models using iOS 11.2 or later. Battery life claim refers to larger models. All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See apple.com/batteries and apple.com/iphone/battery.html for more information. It’s harder to appreciate this higher resolution on a smaller screen, but it’s a top-tier Super Retina XRDR OLED display with strong brightness levels; you’re getting all the same tech as the iPhone 13 here, but with a little less real estate. iOS 15 software is available on the iPhone 13 mini as a default, and we expect to see this handset get updates for at least the next few years. Apple often updates its devices for six years or so, which we expect this to continue.Again, Apple included a screen notch on the iPhone 13 mini, along with the rest of the iPhone 13 range. The company clearly wasn’t ready to go with an under-display camera on its phones – but the notch here is 20% smaller than on the iPhone 12 mini. Apple previously offered a 64GB model as its starting edition, but that isn’t an option here. We think that’s a positive since it wasn’t a huge amount of storage for most people, and it was easy to fill that up with apps, games, and some photography. Apple defines its restrictions on harmful substances, including definitions for what Apple considers to be “free of,” in the Apple Regulated Substances Specification. Every Apple product is free of PVC and phthalates with the exception of AC power cords in India, Thailand (for two-prong AC power cords), and South Korea, where we continue to seek government approval for our PVC and phthalates replacement. The display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.06 inches (iPhone 14, iPhone 13), 6.12 inches (iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Pro), 6.68 inches (iPhone 14 Plus) or 6.69 inches (iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone15ProMax) diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.

The resolution of 1080 x 2340 is good considering the size of the screen, and we found that Full HD content looked clear. The screen’s size makes watching videos a bit more difficult than some large-screen phones we test. That’s not as fast as the charging speed on other iPhone 13s, and while it’s not easily noticeable, it means you’re more limited in how long it will take to recharge your phone. Major battery life improvements come to both iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini, made possible by A15 Bionic, more efficient components, a larger battery, and power optimizations from a deep integration of hardware and software. iPhone 13 delivers incredible all-day battery life, 4 offering up to two and a half more hours in a day than iPhone 12, and iPhone 13 mini provides up to an hour and a half more in a day than iPhone 12 mini. iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini will be available in pink, blue, midnight, starlight, and (PRODUCT)RED in a new entry-level capacity of 128GB for double the storage, as well as 256GB and 512GB capacities. The phone would often last a whole day of normal usage, and that’ll likely be enough for most users.

Dual 12MP Camera System (Wide and Ultra Wide), Wide: f/1.6 Aperture, Ultra Wide: f/2.4 Aperture, 120 Degree FOV, 2x Optical Zoom out, Digital Zoom up to 5x, Portrait Mode with Advanced Bokeh and Depth Control, Portrait Lighting with Six Effects (Natural, Studio, Contour, Stage, Stage Mono, High‑Key Mono), Sensor-shift Optical Image Stabilisation (Wide), Seven‑element Lens (Wide), Five‑element Lens (Ultra Wide), Panorama (up to 63MP), Sapphire Crystal Lens Cover, 100% Focus Pixels (Wide), Night Mode

The ‌iPhone 13‌ mini and ‌iPhone 13‌ are available in six colors, four of which are were new shades when they were introduced. Although previous standard iPhone lineup color options have tended to be bolder and brighter, Apple chose to offer a more muted color palette with the ‌iPhone 13‌. We found this feature works well when we need it, but it’s unlikely you’ll find it’s something you regularly need when filming video. It’s a nice-to-have feature, rather than a must-have reason to upgrade. The Apple Trade In program makes it easy to trade in an eligible smartphone. Just answer a few questions regarding model and condition and we will provide an estimated trade-in § value or a simple way to recycle it. To access and use all Apple Card features and products available only to Apple Card users, you must add Apple Card to Wallet on an iPhone or iPad that supports and has the latest version of iOS or iPadOS. Apple Card is subject to credit approval, available only for qualifying applicants in the United States, and issued by Goldman Sachs Bank USA, Salt Lake City Branch.

If you’re used to an older iPhone model, you’ll likely be happy with the day of usage from the iPhone 13 mini. That said, if you upgrade to one of the larger models in this series you’ll experience even better performance. The iPhone 13 and ‌iPhone 13‌ Pro arrived in 2021 in a range of color options, with entirely new hues available on both devices, as well as some popular classics. The ‌iPhone 13‌ and ‌iPhone 13‌ Pro have different color choices, so if you have your heart set on a particular shade, you may not be able to get your preferred model in that color. iPhone 13 mini and iPhone 13 We found the software to run well on the iPhone 13 mini, and it gave us a similar experience to the rest of the iPhone 13 series. Widgets and other elements aren’t as useful on this smaller screen as they are on larger models though. Battery life This release isn’t a major change from iOS 14, but it includes a variety of added features that make this a smoother experience. iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 15, and iPhone 15 Pro can detect a severe car crash and call for help. Requires a cellular connection or Wi-Fi calling.