So cute! Smartphones are getting bigger and bigger, but Apple offers a real alternative with the iPhone 12 mini, which is unique in the high-end segment with its 5.4-inch screen. However, the small form factor also poses problems. Find out whether Apple's mini mix works out in this review.

bright and color-accurate display; fast SoC; good dual camera; accurate positioning; wide frequency coverage;

OLED flickering; mediocre speakers; no mmWave in Europe; no 5G for dual-SIM; limited NFC;

The iPhone 12 mini is the cheapest of the new and starts at Rs 69,990. For anyone who likes small phones, the iPhone 12 mini is a no-brainer. It delivers excellent performance, has a really good camera and looks great.

Compact size, Impressive performance, Good cameras

A bit slow starting when there is low light, would like a start button

Released in November 2020, the Apple iPhone 12 mini is the smallest and lightest of the 12 line, weighing in at 4.76 ounces (135 grams) with a 5.4-inch display. It is not short on features, however. The Super Retina XDR screen is covered by Apple’s ceramic-reinforced glass.

Accurate target exposure; Photo and Video; Fast and accurate autofocus; Photo and Video; Accurate exposure; ultra-wide module; Efficient stabilization in Video; Dolby vision HDR processing is a plus in Video.

The iPhone 12 Mini delivers a hugely satisfying iOS experience in a tiny package

Excellent OLED picture; Entertaining sound; iOS as slick as ever

Battery life not outstanding; No charger supplied

The iPhone 12 mini is an affordable and compact yet powerful flagship phone that is truly in a class all its own. It’s not only the best small phone there is, but also one of the best smartphones and 5G values, full stop.

Perfect for small phone lovers, Capable dual cameras, Comprehensive 5G support, Incredible A14 Bionic power, Reasonable starting price

Only 64GB storage to start, No charger in box, Battery life shorter than other iPhone 12 models

The iPhone 12 mini is one of the only options for anyone looking for a compact flagship-grade smartphone. It delivers arguably the best camera at $729 / £699, and sports an excellent screen, rich design and plenty of power. Where it drops the ball is battery life.

Excellent camera quality; Premium; fun design; Powerful internals

Poor battery life; No telephoto camera; No RAW photography

Brilliant phone

I like all features, especially the size , fits in pocket easily.

The smallest iPhone in years still has all the power of its larger sibling and comes with a cost saving. It’s the perfect choice for compact phone lovers.

Compact size; Great screen quality; Top camera; One-hand operation

A little small for gaming and video; Entry-level storage is low; Battery life not as good as other iPhones