I doubt it. I had an SE, now have an 11. The SE keyboard presented no problem
for me. I am a one to use my phone's keyboard, no Braille display or Bluetooth
keyboard for me.
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From: viphone@googlegroups.com [mailto:viphone@googlegroups.com] On Behalf Of CJ
& AA MAY
Sent: Wednesday, October 14, 2020 11:45 AM
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: RE: iPhone 12 Mini specs, etc.
I like the sound of the mini but wonder if tapping text will be more difficult?
Alison
From: viphone@googlegroups.com <viphone@googlegroups.com> On Behalf Of Richard
Turner
Sent: 14 October 2020 15:15
To: viphone@googlegroups.com
Subject: iPhone 12 Mini specs, etc.
I’m pasting the text of an article that was done after the Apple event which
has some differences from the rumor based article that was posted earlier.
At the end is the link to the article with images for those who want the pretty
pictures.
iPhone 12 mini: Size, release date, price, specs and colors
By Adam Ismail 12 hours ago
The iPhone 12 mini packs a lot into a very compact design
IPHONE 12 MINI SPECS
Price: $699
Display: 5.4 inches OLED (2340 x1080)
Colors: Black, White, Red, Green and Blue
CPU: A14
Storage: 64GB, 128GB, 256GB
Rear cameras: 12MP wide (f/1.6), 12MP ultra-wide f/2.4)
Front cameras: 12MP TrueDepth (f/2.2)
5G: sub-6Ghz, mmWave
Battery: Up to 10 hours video streaming
Size: 5.18 x 2.53 x 0.29 inches
Weight: 4.76 ounces
The iPhone 12 mini is arguably the most intriguing new iPhone 12 that Apple has
launched. For one, it's the most compact new iPhone in years - even more so
than the existing 4.7-inch iPhone SE. It also offers all of the same features
of the regular iPhone 12 for a much more affordable price.
The iPhone 12 mini features a 5.4-inch OLED display, Apple's new A14 Bionic
chipset, 5G connectivity and a dual-lens rear camera armed with Cupertino's
latest computational photography knowhow. It costs $699, which is $100 less
than the 6.1-inch iPhone 12.
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As the cheapest among the four new iPhone 12 handsets, the iPhone 12 mini looks
as if it could be a front runner among the best small phones. It will
undoubtedly provide Apple with a direct competitor to value-oriented flagships
like the Samsung Galaxy S20 FE and Google Pixel 5. Here's everything you need
to know about the iPhone 12 mini.
iPhone 12 mini price and release date
The iPhone 12 mini has a release date of November 13, and starts at $699. At
this price, you're getting 64GB of storage. Pre-orders begin November 6, and as
with every iPhone, the mini will be sold at all major carriers.
The 128GB version is $50 more expensive, at $749, while the top-of-the-line
256GB variant will cost $849.
iPhone 12 mini size and design
The iPhone 12 mini sports slimmer bezels and a flatter frame, like the rest of
the iPhone 12 line. In some ways, it hearkens back to the iPhone 5 days. The
notch unfortunately looks to be the same size as it was on previous models.
Apple calls it the smallest, thinnest and lightest 5G phone in the world.
iPhone 12 mini colors
The iPhone 12 mini comes in five colors: black, white, Product Red, green and
blue. The blue and green colors look and feel fresh on this handset, while the
black and white options are for those who are looking for something more
conservative.
iPhone 12 mini: Display and Ceramic Shield
iPhone 12 mini resting above iPhone 12 (Image credit: Apple)
Apple is incorporating a new type of cover glass for the front of the iPhone 12
mini, called Ceramic Shield. Developed in conjunction with Corning, Apple says
this new technology is tougher than any smartphone glass, citing 4x better drop
performance than existing glass used on iPhones, and the biggest step forward
for durability yet for Apple's handsets.
With the iPhone 12 line, Apple is moving from LCD displays in its cheaper
models to Super Retina XDR-quality OLED displays across the board. In the
iPhone 12 mini's case, that technology is packed into a 5.4-inch frame. That
makes the iPhone 12 mini's footprint markedly smaller than even the iPhone SE's.
iPhone 12 mini specs
The iPhone 12 mini should be mighty when it comes to performance. It employs
the A14 Bionic - the first-ever 5-nanometer chip in the phone industry, just
like the rest of the iPhone line. You'll see 50% faster graphics by Apple's
estimation thanks to its new GPU design, which will make games look better than
ever.
iPhone 12 mini cameras
Apple is employing its first-ever seven-element lens in the iPhone 12 and
iPhone 12 mini, for a major improvement in performance when shooting in dim
conditions. These iPhones also benefit from an all-new f/1.6 aperture primary
optic, allowing more light to reach the sensor.
For the first time, all cameras on the iPhone - from the front TrueDepth camera
to every rear lens - supports Night Mode. And given that both the hardware and
post-processing software underpinning everything has been improved, Apple says
you can expect much more detail and clarity in medium- and low-light shooting
scenarios than previously possible on iPhone 11 models.
iPhone 12 mini 5G
Apple says it's optimized iOS' entire stack to take advantage of 5G's increased
speed. In fact, iOS is tuned to only employ 5G when it's absolutely necessary;
when it isn't, your iPhone 12 mini will revert back to LTE, to preserve battery
life.
Surprisingly, every iPhone 12 model, including the mini, supports both
nationwide sub-6GHz 5G as well as millimeter-wave 5G. This means you'll get the
best possible data performance in any condition, and up to 3.5Gbps downloads in
urban areas outfitted with mmWave nodes.
iPhone 12 mini battery
Apple doesn't typically reveal much information surrounding the batteries
inside its iPhones, so we'll have to wait for tear downs before we have hard
numbers on the iPhone 12 mini's total battery capacity.
The rated battery life for the iPhone 12 mini is 10 hours of wireless video
streaming, compared to 11 hours for the larger iPhone 12.
As we've suspected, Apple is now ditching packed-in wireless headphones and
charging adapters in box across all iPhone 12 handsets. Cupertino is pitching
this as an initiative made out of environmental concerns, though at least it's
still providing a Lightning-to-USB-C cable in box.
The iPhone 12 mini is capable of fast 20W wired charging, but you need to
spring for an optional power adapter to achieve those speeds.
iPhone 12 mini MagSafe charging
Behind the rear cover glass of the iPhone 12 mini is a sophisticated new
MagSafe magnet that helps locate the device on a wireless charger. These
magnets can also be used for new accessories, including a snap-on wallet and
various case designs.
Wireless charging has improved to a peak 15-watt speed, which matches Google's
Pixel handsets.
iPhone 12 mini outlook
The iPhone 12 mini has the potential to be a big hit. The appeal of the iPhone
12 mini is that it will cram all of the most important upgrades over the iPhone
11 - including the fastest 5G performance, an OLED display a faster A14 Bionic
chip - in a design that can easily slip into your pocket.
Those who want a bigger screen or more advanced features like a telephoto
camera or LiDAR sensor will gravitate towards the iPhone 12 Pro or iPhone 12
Pro Max. But the iPhone 12 mini could make small phones cool again. Watch this
space as we learn more about the iPhone 12 mini.
Link to full article with images:
https://www.tomsguide.com/news/iphone-12-mini-size-release-date-price-specs-and-colors
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Richard
"He that cannot forgive others breaks the bridge over which he must pass himself,”
and we forget that only grace can break the cycle of ancient hatreds among peoples. (It
is notable that while I have regretted not granting grace to others, I’ve never once
regretted extending it.)" - Edward Herbert
