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Apple iPhone 12 Mini, 256GB, Blue - Unlocked (Renewed)

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Condition: Refurbished - Excellent
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Size: 256GB


Color: Blue


Service Provider: Unlocked


Product grade: Renewed


Features

  • This phone is unlocked and compatible with any carrier of choice on GSM and CDMA networks (e.g. AT&T, T-Mobile, Sprint, Verizon, US Cellular, Cricket, Metro, Tracfone, Mint Mobile, etc.).
  • Please check with your carrier to verify compatibility.
  • When you receive the phone, insert a SIM card from a compatible carrier. Then, turn it on, connect to Wi-Fi, and follow the on screen prompts to activate service.
  • The device does not come with headphones or a SIM card. It does include a generic (Mfi certified) charging cable.
  • Tested for battery health and guaranteed to have a minimum battery capacity of 80%.

Description

The iPhone 12 mini is the smallest of four iPhone models Apple revealed in its October 2020. It has a 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR display with 2340 x 1080 resolution. Its pixel density comes out to 476 ppi. Other added standard features include its A14 Bionic processor, and a dual-camera system along with 5G connectivity. The iPhone 12 mini comes in 6 colors: Black, White, Green, Blue, Purple and (PRODUCT)RED

Specs & Other Info

Specification Details
Brand Manufacturer Apple, Inc
Product Model iPhone 12 mini
Compatibility Unrestricted to all Mobile Carriers
Operating System (OS) iOS 14
Network Standard 5G Compatible
Storage Capacity 256 GB
Connectivity Features Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Enabled
Color Variant Blue
Screen Dimension 5.4-inch Display
Wireless Technologies GSM, Wi-Fi, CDMA
Package Size 7.32 x 3.94 x 2.01 inches
Product Weight 11.7 ounces
Model No. A2399
Battery Information 1 Lithium Ion Battery included
GPS Functionality Integrated GPS Features
Display Tech OLED
Input Method Touchscreen Interface
Scanner Resolution 2340 x 1080 Pixels
Camera Positions Rear and Front Lens
Product Shape Slate Form Factor
Battery Capacity 2227 mAh
Box Inclusions Power Adapter, SIM Tray Ejector, USB Cable
Availability Since December 3, 2020
RAM Size 4 GB

Frequently asked questions

A 'Fully Unlocked' iPhone 12 Mini means the device is not tied to any specific cellular service provider. You can use it with any carrier around the world that supports the iPhone, given you have a compatible SIM card, making it convenient for international travel.

A 'Renewed' iPhone 12 Mini indicates that it was pre-owned and has been refurbished to appear and function like new. It undergoes a thorough inspection process to ensure it meets Apple's quality standards before being sold again. Renewed devices typically come with a warranty.

The iPhone 12 Mini comes with several features. Some of them include a 5.4-inch Super Retina XDR display, A14 Bionic chip, dual-camera system for high-quality photos and videos, and 5G capability for faster download and upload speeds. It's smaller than the standard iPhone 12, making it a good choice for those who prefer compact phones.

The 256GB model of the iPhone 12 Mini provides more storage space for your apps, photos, videos, and other files compared to the lower 64GB or 128GB models. It's ideal if you utilize various apps, take numerous photos and videos, or plan to keep the device for a longer period without worrying about running out of space.

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🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

The iPhone 12 Mini receives a largely positive response from customers, praised for its high build quality and overall convenience. The iPhone's smooth and clear screen, and impressive functionality are highly appreciated. Users also comment on the excellent value offered by the renewed version of the product. However, potential pitfalls were a battery life that may not quite meet expectations and noticeable scratches on the screen.

Pros

  • đź‘Ť High-quality build and aesthetic design
  • đź‘Ť Excellent functionality and smooth interaction
  • đź‘Ť Great value offered by the renewed version of the product
  • đź‘Ť Smooth and clear screen that is comfortable to interact with

Cons

  • â›” Potentially disappointing battery life
  • â›” Some reports of visible scratches on the screen

Should I Buy It?

Despite the few reported issues, such as the potentially disappointing battery life and visible scratches, overall, the iPhone 12 Mini appears as a strong option for those seeking a high-quality, convenient smartphone in a compact form. It’s particularly recommended to those open to purchasing a renewed product for excellent value.

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Size: 128GB Color: White Service Provider: Unlocked Product grade: Renewed
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Cliff notes: -GREAT price -No/minimal cosmetic damage -77% battery health (not ideal) -Efficient customer service resolved issues I'm upgrading from an iPhone SE so this feels like a massive jump! I believe I purchased a phone in "Good Condition" for $195. The phone, cosmetically, was perfect! No noticeable scratches on the screen or the cameras. There is a tiny little chip on the border/metal but once a case is on, you don't even notice it. Amazon guarantees all phones will have battery health of at least 80%, but mine came at 77%. I contacted the seller who recommended I return the phone and they will send a replacement. I really didn't want to have to wait another 2 weeks or so to have a new phone (my SE is glitching like crazy) so this was less than ideal. I proposed a partial refund and was able to get a refund for 20% of the price. (I'm upgrading from an SE with 82% battery health and have no issues with battery life. I've gotten used to carrying a charger around with me everywhere. Even at 77%, this 12 mini has a longer battery life haha). Overall, I think I spent 15 minutes chatting with customer service so it wasn't a huge burden or hassle. I really do appreciate that. So was the item as described? No, but I feel like it was made right. The phone came with a non-authentic charging cord but no wall plug. Not really an issue since I already own a charger for my current phone, but it's worth noting. Overall, $150 doesn't seem like a bad price for a phone! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2025 by Ellie Ellie
    • Amazing!
Size: 128GB Color: White Service Provider: Unlocked Product grade: Renewed
It’s amazing, I loved it. It’s like a brand new phone, it has 95% percent in it battery life and no scratches, it’s beautiful. Everything works ok.
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2025 by Yeferson Diaz
    • DON’T BUY IT
Size: 256GB Color: Blue Service Provider: Unlocked Product grade: Renewed
I rarely write reviews, but in this case, I think people should be warned. I’ve been through four of these phones in a couple months, and they have all had major issues from Camera not working to audio issues, and the worst of all one COMPLETELY DIED after four months. Unfortunately, the Amazon warranty is only three months. (I thought it was one year because other competitors offer that. But it does clearly say on their page that it’s only three months.) During these three months, they to completely refund you no problem or fix the issue that you report. But unfortunately the phone I kept died on month four, while I was on vacation to make matters worse. Seems like the sellers are always different stores, but all amazon approved and they follow some sort of Amazon standards for these phones. But it seems to me that these phones have really severe issues so these Amazon sellers fix the phones to a certain standard, but they are not in good condition. All the sellers are polite and responsive, but the issue is the actual phones and their conditions. Even though these phones are used, they are not cheap, they should function properly. I’ve been an Amazon customer for years and I really haven’t had any issue with them. That was the reason why I decided to buy the used phone on Amazon instead of a competitor. But this is truly disappointing to the point that I think I’m going to report them to the Better Business Bureau. They should not be selling phones in this condition. FULL STORY Phone 1: iPhone 12 mini (Ordered good condition ) Received Mid October Seller: Kojak sales When I receive the phone physically it seems fine. But as soon as I put a case on it, a lot of little pieces of paint started coming off of it and then you could tell it had a lot of scratches on the case so somebody was trying to cover the scratches, then I put a screen protector on it, and after trying to I could not get rid of a humongous huge bubble, took a third of the screen. So some thing was hinting to me that the screen was not straight. In my opinion, the phone shouldn’t have been sold as good condition with so many scratches but since I don’t care about the look as much as functionality, I move forward. But then, after a few weeks of using the phone, I realized things were not working properly. The camera was very slow at taking pictures if it was dark or if you were using inside the message or WhatsApp. Also, if I received a text while listening to videos or video calls, the speaker would suddenly gets super low, and I could barely hear the video for about two minutes . (usually this lowering of audio feature happens only for five or 10 seconds). This was worrying me so I contacted the seller and told him I wanted to change the phone and he said no problem. Since I was still thinking that this was bad luck, but in general, I liked the iPhone 12 I decided to buy another phone as a replacement, and one more phone as a Christmas gift. I’ll explain below the problems with those phones, but since the problems were actually worse than the current first phone I had in my possession, I never gave back this phone. I kept thinking that maybe the issues would get better with update and also, in my mind, I thought I had a year warranty. Unfortunately, in February while away on vacation the phone one morning, simply never turned on again. My dad is an engineer and he tried helping me connect it to computer and nothing it’s like the battery is no longer connected. I’m sure you can imagine the horrendous time I had the following week without my phone., traveling.. Things got worse when I got home and was able to contact the seller. I then discovered the warranty was only 90 days and that date had passed. After some back-and-forth the seller Kojak sales said they can fix it for $39 and I pay for shipping. I have still not done this since I’m skeptical and don’t understand how they can give me a price if they don’t even know the actual problem or if they need parts. But I really have no other option, or I lose $241 or I pay $60 more. (also, I have to figure out how to erase the phone from a PC if the phone doesn’t even turn on. I’m sad I’m gonna lose all my pictures from the last four months) After I send them the phone, I will update this review. -Phone 2 and 3- iPhone 12 mini (Ordered good condition ) Received Mid begging of december Seller: Wilzee So one of these phones was supposed to be replacement for my phone and the second phone was gonna be a Christmas gift. But the first one was so scratch that I didn’t even set it up and I gave it back, no problem and the other phone after giving it as a gift, a little embarrassed with all the scratches, we set it up and realized the camera did not focus at all so I also gave this phone back and received a refund no issue. -4th Phone- iPhone 12 mini (Ordered EXCELLENT condition ) Received mid January Seller: PDI Mobile This phone did actually look really good in the outside barely any scratches. I was very happy with the look. But after setting it up again, the camera could not focus so we contacted the seller and sent it back and they fix the camera then after a few weeks of using also, it has audio issues. We’re looking at social media videos suddenly that audio lowers a lot. Since at this my 1st phone died suddenly we decided to give this 4th phone back. I don’t wanna take any chances since the quality of the phones is clearly not good. I don’t expect an issue with the refund. But I will update this review if I do. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2025 by Chia B.
    • Nice, compact phone, renewed in very nice condition.
Size: 128GB Color: Blue Service Provider: Unlocked Product grade: Renewed
Being annoyed by iPhone size creep, I decided on a 12 mini to get back to a pocket-able device. Always missed my 4S that you could stick in a shirt pocket. If I want to screen big enough to read a book I'll grab an iPad. This is small and light enough to take everywhere and hardly notice it. Having said that it replaced an iPhone 8 and the screen actually measures slightly larger than the 8 does since it doesn't have a border at the top and bottom. Am pleased with the quality of the renewed device; it came with barely a scratch, maybe a little rubbing on one edge but not noticeable with the Otter case on it. No scratches or flaws on the face glass. The battery shows 85% capacity which I was disappointed about at first but seems to be better than what many other reviewers are reporting. The phone arrived 3 days earlier than the estimate which was nice. Came with a charge cable as advertised. Rated down a star not for any quality issue but because the price dropped by $10 during the time I ordered it and the day it arrived. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2025 by Tech Monkey James
    • If you have decided to get a mini JUST GET IT
Size: 128GB Color: Black Service Provider: Unlocked Product grade: Renewed
The best iPhone ever! I got mine with a poor battery life but the seller happily got it refunded me for a new battery exchange. Funny thing is Apple broke my screen while replacing the battery and gave me a new screen for free. So essentially I got a new iPhone for like 300$ lol. The seller was very co-operative. I don't usually write reviews but this one deserves it. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 12, 2025 by Abhinav Singh

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