Apple iPhone 13 Mini Faces Possible Discontinuation: Apple released the iPhone 12 mini in 2020, followed by the iPhone 13 mini a year later. But since its release three years ago, the 5.4-inch wonder may be nearing its end.
Apple’s U.S. online shop has a 2-3 week shipping wait for specific iPhone 13 mini models and a 6-8 week wait for others. Apple is low on iPhone 13 mini units. The iPhone 13 mini may be discontinued after Apple’s Tuesday event.
Apple didn’t release an iPhone 14 mini last year, but kept the iPhone 13 mini as a budget-friendly choice. The iPhone 13 mini starts at $599 in the U.S. Consider getting an iPhone 13 soon, as it may be discontinued with the iPhone 15 release. The upcoming iPhone range includes iPhone 15 (6.1-inch), iPhone 15 Plus (6.7-inch), iPhone 15 Pro (6.1-inch), iPhone 15 Pro Max (6.7-inch), iPhone SE (4.7-inch), and iPhone 13 (6.1-inch).
Despite demand for a smaller iPhone, sales data showed the iPhone mini struggled to match larger models. In April 2022, CIRP reported that the iPhone 13 mini accounted for just 3% of U.S. iPhone 13 sales in Q1.
Those wanting a smaller iPhone may have to choose the iPhone SE, which might soon have a 6.1-inch screen. Apple acknowledges lower demand for small smartphones than expected.
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Our Reader’s Queries
Will iPhone 13 mini get discontinued?
The latest tiny iPhone, the budget-friendly iPhone 13 mini, has been officially phased out.
How long will the iPhone 13 mini be supported?
iPhone support duration:
– iPhone 12 Pro Max: Released on November 13, 2020, supported until 2027.
– iPhone 13 / 13 mini: Released on September 24, 2021, supported until 2028.
– iPhone 13 Pro / Pro Max: Released on September 24, 2021, supported until 2028.
– iPhone SE (3rd generation): Released on March 18, 2022, supported until 2029.
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How long will Apple continue to sell iPhone 13 mini?
The Mini remained in the mix until 2023 with the rest of the 13 series, and Apple continued to sell it until the iPhone 15 announcement this week. With no Mini in the 15 series, and the 13 Mini no longer available from Apple, the small iPhone has officially disappeared.
Is iPhone 13 will be discontinued?
The iPhone 12, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max have been discontinued.