Why is the iPhone 12 mini not selling well?

Reports from the past year have suggested that people just aren't interested in buying it. Apple slashed orders of the iPhone 12 Mini in the first half of 2021 because of weak demand, according to a previous Nikkei Asian Review report.

Is iPhone 12 mini going to be discontinued?

The analysts cited their supply chain sources and added that Apple is going to cease production of the iPhone 12 mini in the second quarter of 2021. Analysts also raised the iPhone 12 Pro Max sales forecast by 11 million units. This would make the iPhone 12 mini the most short-live flagship model in iPhone history.

Is iPhone 12 mini selling well?

A new report by Consumer Intelligence Research Partners says the iPhone 12 line accounted for 63% of US iPhone sales in the quarter ending June 2021. The report also continues to corroborate that the iPhone 12 mini is selling at lower numbers than the rest of the lineup.

Is the iPhone 12 mini having problems?

Now, a more serious problem has surfaced with the iPhone 12 mini. Users on Apple's support forum have been complaining about an unresponsive touch screen preventing them from unlocking their device properly. Those affected by the problem call it intermittent.

Why is iPhone mini unpopular?

Apple's 5.4-inch iPhone 12 mini and ‌iPhone 13‌ mini have been comparatively unpopular since their launch, and the poor sales have made it clear that most consumers do not want smaller sized iPhones. In 2022 with the iPhone 14 lineup, Apple is discontinuing the 5.4-inch ‌iPhone‌ size.

Why the iPhone 12 mini is not selling... and it will never!

Is Apple getting rid of iPhone Mini?

Asian financial news outlet Nikkei Asian Review reported in July 2021 that Apple wouldn't release a new version of the iPhone Mini next year because of slow sales. Predictions from well-known Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo also didn't mention a new Mini as part of Apple's flagship iPhone lineup, according to MacRumors.

Will Apple make a 14 mini?

Design wise, the iPhone 14 models are going to look a lot like the iPhone 13 models, but with a notable exception - there's not going to be an iPhone 14 mini. Instead, Apple is making two 6.1-inch iPhones (iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro), along with two 6.7-inch iPhones (iPhone 14 Max and iPhone 14 Pro Max).

Will there be an iPhone 13 mini?

Introduced on September 14, 2021, the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini are Apple's newest flagship iPhones at the more affordable end, and are being sold alongside the more expensive iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. The iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 mini are ideal for those who don't need pro-level camera features.

How do I shut down my 12 mini?

Press and hold the Side button and the Volume up or down button until the slider appears. Drag the slider to turn your iPhone completely off.

Are iPhone 6 and 12 mini the same size?

iPhone 12 mini hardware

The phone is smaller than the traditional 4.7-inch-home-button iPhone design we saw from the iPhone 6 on through the 6S, 7, 8, and 2020 SE models, even though the screen itself is larger.

Is iPhone 12 mini a hit?

Why the iPhone 12 mini hasn't been a hit. So if it's safe to assume that the iPhone 12 mini isn't the hit that Apple's other phones are — and even the Nikkei Asia report says that Apple plans to build 11% more iPhones this year than last — the question turns to why.

Is Mini iPhone good?

TechRadar Verdict

It isn't perfect, with middling battery life and a high price for just 64GB of storage, but if you can put those negatives aside you'll love what the iPhone 12 mini can do in its miniature package.

Is iPhone Mini popular?

The iPhone 12 mini has flopped. So much so that Apple is planning to kill off the model entirely come 2022 and replace it with an affordable 6.7-inch device that'll spiritually succeed the iPhone 8 Plus.

What iPhone will be discontinued in 2021?

After launching the iPhone 13 series in September 2021, Apple discontinued the iPhone XR. The lineup now consists of four iPhone 13 models, the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini, the iPhone 11, and the second-generation iPhone SE.

How do you screenshot on a mini iPhone 12?

Press the Volume up and Side buttons simultaneously.

Should I turn off my iPhone at night?

Should you shut down your phone at night? There's nothing wrong with shutting down your phone and mobile devices, but it's not necessary. It's generally safe to leave them on overnight. Your mobile devices aren't constantly plugged in, so there are fewer failure types you can encounter.

Does the iPhone 12 mini have a SIM card?

Apple iPhone 12 / iPhone 12 mini - Insert / Remove SIM Card

Ensure the device is powered off. From the left-lower edge of the device, remove the SIM card tray. Utilize the SIM eject tool (or paperclip) to unlock the tray by inserting it into the slot.

What is the smallest iPhone?

iPhone 12 Mini – The iPhone 12 Mini is the smallest iPhone Apple has released in many generations. The iPhone 12 Mini has a 5.4in OLED display, making it smaller than the iPhone X, the iPhone XR, the iPhone XS, and the iPhone 11 Pro.

Does iPhone 12 mini have OLED?

iPhone 12 mini Features

This smallest model has a 5.4-inch OLED display with a dual-camera system.

Will there be a new iPhone Mini in 2022?

Not in 2022, says Kuo. The iPhone 14 will have the same chip that came with the iPhone 13 in 2021, with newer A16 chips exclusively headed to Apple's new “Pro” series phones.

What happened iPhone Mini?

iPhone 13 Mini could be Apple's last smaller, premium iPhone

Reports from the past year have suggested that people just aren't interested in buying it. Apple slashed orders of the iPhone 12 Mini in the first half of 2021 because of weak demand, according to a previous Nikkei Asian Review report.

Does iPhone 12 mini have 5G?

All of the new iPhone 12 models come with 5G connectivity, both in the US and internationally. The superfast millimeter wave 5G connectivity is only available in US models. (Verizon is the technology's main proponent.) The entire iPhone 12 lineup also features a new design, reminiscent of Apple's iPad Pro tablets.

What will replace the iPhone Mini?

And while the iPhone 13 mini will be replaced by an iPhone 14 Max, thanks to the growing demand for bigger phones, it is now expected that Apple will give us another small iPhone - this time as an SE release. The information comes from the so-far 100% reliable display analyst, Ross Young, which is a good sign.

What is the most sold iPhone?

Among all the phones that Apple has launched over the years, the iPhone 6 is undoubtedly the most popular and used iPhone product of all time.