Apple iPhone 13 Mini, 128GB, Blue - Unlocked (Renewed)

Product: Apple iPhone 13 Mini, 128 GB, Green - Unlocked (Renewed) Sold by: MOBILESUPPLY Date of Purchase: February 24, 2023 Price Paid (Total with Tax): US$526.66 I purchased this iPhone 13 Mini in "renewed" condition, and the experience has been outstanding, although it comes with one crucial warning regarding the accessories. Initial Condition (5/5): The phone arrived in a generic box, but the unit itself was in immaculate condition. It looked absolutely brand new, with not the slightest scratch, dent, or sign of use on the screen or the chassis. A pleasant surprise was that the seller included a tempered glass screen protector already installed. Long-Term Performance and Crucial Warning (5/5 for phone, 1/5 for accessory): The phone was received with a generic, non-MFI certified charger. Initially, I didn't think much of it, but I noticed an alarmingly fast battery degradation. In less than 3 months, the maximum battery capacity dropped from 100% to 92%. My most important recommendation: If you purchase a renewed device with a generic charger, discard it immediately and buy an MFI Certified (Made For iPhone) charger. After making this switch, the degradation slowed dramatically. Today, after 1000 continuous days of use and a very high average of approximately 15 hours and 3 minutes of daily screen-on time, the battery capacity remains at a respectable 78%. This clearly shows that the phone has excellent durability once you use the correct charging accessory. Conclusion: If you are looking for a small cell phone that maintains the updated functionalities of iOS, offers a great camera, and delivers very solid battery performance for its size, the iPhone 13 Mini (renewed and in this condition) is undoubtedly one of the best options available. Just be sure to pair it with a certified charger from day one. Highly recommended!

I got an iPhone 13 Mini through Mobile Supply. It is a renewed item, and it is in excellent condition. I had to look close to find one small scratch in the corner. The screen, back, cameras, and operation are great. This is my first iPhone. I have had many Androids, and got along great with them for many years. But each time I get a newer one, Google seems to try to take over more of my life. So many apps and features I not only don't need, but don't like. So I changed to the Apple side of the fence. No way I am spending $500 and up on a phone, so went refurbished. The first day trying to learn and set up this phone, I was about ready to throw it out the window. One negative is the app you use to mirror an Android to iPhone just does not work. Did searches and tried everything they suggested several times. I did find one good video on how to deal with it, and that person warned it was a hair ball. I ended up doing it manually. Transferred my contacts and photos using a cloud storage thing. Also went through the new phone and uninstalled a lot of STUFF I would never use. Getting along well with it now, and I have to say the quality of hardware, processor, and smooth operation are way better than the Androids I have had. Mainly I would like to recommend Mobile Supply as a seller. I got free shipping and free returns, and was surprised they sent it Overnight Priority no charge. It came from New York City to Montana less than 24 hours after I ordered it. Very pleased. And for my use I really like the very small size. The battery life is very good, charges quickly with the charger and cord that were included. I happily recommend the phone and the seller.

I bought a 13 mini in Refurbished - Excellent condition. When I received it I wasn’t all that impressed with the packaging. Simple cardboard box and surprisingly, not much protective material for the phone itself. It was simply put into a plastic sleeve and thrown in the box. It did come with a charging cube and cable. Anyways, the phone itself was in pretty good condition. Perfect screen. The back of the phone was also pretty perfect minus a few scratches. The perimeter of the phone however had some damage but again, nothing awful. My issue begins when I try to switch my SIM card from my old phone to this new phone. Turns out the phone I got was originally bought in China which wouldn’t be a big deal but my phone carrier is having connectivity issues. It’s completely fine on WiFi but I’m not always connected to WiFi. Either way I decided to test it out and I am indeed having connectivity issues. So, unfortunately, I will be returning this phone for that reason. I bought from the seller Woot and have decided to try buying a phone from them again once my refund is processed so I will update once I receive the newly ordered phone. — update — So I opted to instead buy from Amazon directly. I didn’t want to risk getting another foreign phone and I went with the right option. Came in great condition. There is a small scratch on the screen itself (even though I bought in “excellent” condition, but it’s seriously not even noticeable unless im actively looking for it). Battery health is at 89% which is great. The back of the phone is perfect. Was a bit dirty when I first got it but nothing a little alcohol and qtips won’t help. So far it’s working great, no issues at all. The switch from my old phone was super easy. It came in a sort of vacuum sealed plastic instead of just thrown in the box. It did only come with a charging cable though, no block. If that matters. Overall, if the option is available I would go with buying from Amazon directly instead of a third party seller to avoid any issues.

I LOVE this phone. Came charged, feels smooth. It worth the money. it weighs hardly anything and it has amazing quality. It works really nice

I was on a waiting list for a 'Renewed Premium'. Seemed to be a long waiting list. I finally gave up and went with a 'Renewed' advertised in excellent condition. Given Amazon's generous return policy, returning it would have been painless if there had been issues. I probably wouldn't have tried this with an online retailer other than Amazon and Apple. The supplier was TECHMINT, Amazon the purchase portal. There seems to be a number of 'Amazon-qualified suppliers' involved. To know who you're buying from, the 'ships from/sold by' info. is on the right side of the product page. There may also be differences in packaging and accessories. Best to read through the advertising to know exactly what you're buying. Or contact the supplier before purchasing. Given that Amazon backs these purchases, not a concern. It arrived without scratches, dings, or apparent wear. Looks like new. That said, those buying a 'Renewed' phone should expect varying degrees of condition within the parameters of Amazon's advertising. I'd suggest buying a 'Renewed Premium' for your best chance of a like-new phone. I probably got lucky with a 'Renewed'. It shipped in a *very* well designed and protective box designed for phones. Not much larger than the boxes Apple packages iPhones in and similarly sturdy. Well suited for protecting the phone during shipping. If you plan on shipping your phone or storing a back-up, I'd suggest keeping it. The box has spacers to accommodate different sizes. Kudos to the packaging engineers. Well done. It was delivered with 100% battery health which almost certainly means that the phone was opened up and the battery replaced. The likelihood of a 'renewed' 13 Mini arriving with battery health at 100% is slim to none. I assume that they did this because the phone was traded in with < 80% battery health. Amazon advertising states that the phone will arrive with battery health of ≥ 80%. Notably, the battery was recognized by iOS as 'genuine' (thanks TECHMINT). Batteries that are not can lead to various issues, most importantly, safety issues. Look up "how to check if an iPhone battery is genuine". If it isn't, I'd suggest returning it to the supplier. I'd also suggest reaching out to the supplier before purchase and asking what the battery health will be. In my experience with the iPhone 12 Mini, once you drop into the high 80% range, battery life becomes more noticeable. Note that Apple recommends replacing an iPhone battery when it reaches 80% battery health. I ran two diagnostics to check functions. In both cases, no issues. One of the diagnostics is built into iOS. You'll need iOS 17 or later and not a beta release. Search for 'built in iPhone diagnostic' for instructions. There's another which makes doing this quite a bit easier. From the Apple app store search for 'Phone Doctor Plus'. It's not a diagnostic as much as it is a function check but good for making sure everything works. There's a free and paid version. There are others but these are the only two I've tried. The advertising stated that an MFi certified charging/data cable ships with the phone. Mine shipped with a 3ft braided USB C to Lightning charging cable. No branding or print on the cable, no included documentation, no packaging. It appears similar to what you'll sometimes see without packaging and hanging from peg racks in convenience stores. I have no reason to believe that the provided cable isn't MFi certified and from a reliable manufacturer but without more information, best to use an Apple product or something from an established aftermarket supplier such as Anker or Belkin. Look for 'MFi certified' especially if you want fast charging capability. There are reasons USB C cables can be pricey, especially those designed for high power delivery. Mine shipped without a charger. I'd say the same about a charger as I did about the cable - MFi certified and from a reputable manufacturer - Apple, Belkin, Anker, etc. For the 13 Mini, Apple recommends a minimum of a 20 watt charger for optimal/fast charging . Apple's is about 20 dollars. It's also what Apple recommends for powering *the original* MagSafe accessory. The updated version of the MagSafe charger supports faster charging and according to Apple, a minimum of a 30 watt charger for optimal performance. Some suppliers advertise that a sim card removal tool is included. Mine didn't. If yours shipped with a sim card (mine did not), I'd suggest reading through the pros and cons of SIM vs eSIM. If eSIM meets your needs, I'd recommend removing the SIM and switching to eSIM. Switching to eSIM can be done in your phone's settings. No expertise or hardware required. Although unlikely if buying from an 'Amazon-qualified supplier' (I assume), SIM cards can be compromised. If you need a SIM card, best to get one from your carrier instead of a mystery SIM. You'll need a case. Without, it's not a matter of if you'll drop it but when. This is my second mini, the first an iPhone 12 Mini. Slippery and with a smaller form factor than other iPhones, very easy lose grip especially if you have large hands. Further, without a case the camera lenses and screen make contact with whatever surface you place them on. The Apple leather case has been my go-to for the last 2-3 iPhones. Very well designed, doesn't add significant bulk, comfortable to grip, no sharp edges and it slips into and out of a pocket easily. The drop protection has proven to be excellent. Great case for all but extreme circumstances. They're relatively pricey so If you're looking to save, there are often Amazon customer returns available. eBay is another good source. The iPhone 12 mini and 13 mini cases are not interchangeable. I tried. The camera lens housings are different. The 12 mini case will not fit the 13 mini. The 13 mini case will fit the 12 mini but there will be a gap on the right side of the lens housing. Not to overstate it but If you're considering both the 12 mini and 13 mini, battery life may be problematic for heavy users. If you have a full size phone with a larger battery at ≥ 90% battery health (guesstimate) and often find yourself scrambling to find a charger, the Mini may not be for you. If you're on the move a lot without convenient charging options, a small power bank (≤ 5000mAh) will bring some peace of mind and a lot of convenience. Great when traveling. Definitely stick with time tested manufacturers. Anker and Belkin sell a wide variety. Note that the TSA only allows powerbanks in carry-ons. Apple discontinued it's iPhone power banks (Magsafe Battery Pack). As of this writing, you can still find them new from third party sources such as Walmart and eBay. Never buy used. There are confirmed and very convincing counterfeits out there so I'd be cautious about which supplier you choose. Look up "how to check if an Apple Magsafe Battery Pack is counterfeit". If you're looking at both the 12 and 13 Minis, the 13 Mini uses an A15 processor which is somewhat more energy efficient and slightly faster. It also has a ~10% larger battery. There are quite a few other differences including an upgraded camera. In day to day use, I found the differences to be negligible. I suspect that most people would be hard pressed to tell the difference without knowing what to look for. Definitely worth reading comparison reviews. Some of the updates will be important for some, less so for others. Search for "iPhone 13 mini vs iPhone 12 mini". If you read only one, Laptopmag.com did a good real-world comparison. Long term, the 13 Mini will receive system/feature updates from Apple for about a year longer. This may be the most value added difference. Generally speaking, Apple devices continue to receive security updates beyond the point that they are no longer supported with system/feature updates. When the security updates stop, best to replace the phone. Happy customer. I'm fully committed to the Mini form factor/dimensions. I carry it all day in a front or back pocket and barely know it's there. Having a phone with more screen, battery and features is nice but after the novelty wears off, having a phone that disappears into a pocket is more important for some of us. Sadly, not enough of us for Apple to justify continued production. When I need to replace it, perhaps Mini's will be back in the menu from Apple. Hope so.

Excellent flawless condition but I will need to replace the battery due to it already being at 82 % battery health. That adds another $120.00 to the cost of the phone. So far, and excellent buy.

Update (20 August 2025): Something felt off about the screen. On closer inspection, there was a screen protector over it. When I removed the screen protector, the scratches on the screen became more apparent; this is also why I couldn't feel them. Not sure if that's what "refurbished" means or if the original owner did that and the seller didn't realize there was a screen protector. Original review: I was on the fence with Amazon Renewed. Friends that have tried it have had mixed results. This is currently the most reliable way to get a reasonably-sized smartphone, and I'd recommend anyone who wants one should try it out. The condition of the phone was nearly as advertised. There was a minor amount of dirt around the camera bump, but that wiped off easily. There is a visible surface scratch in the screen, but you cannot feel it. Battery health is as advertised (83%). IMEI wasn't blacklisted, it isn't SIM locked, and it as far as both Apple and I can tell it isn't stolen nor does it contain non-genuine hardware. I started off by resetting the firmware and updating the firmware and software to the latest before I did anything else (including setting it up / entering my Apple ID).

the last small iphone, got it for my wife (i have a 12 mini). the battery is asking to be replaced in the settings, but she likes the size and it works well.