I have neither but I have been researching because I am in the same dilemma as you (same interest and usage). I would go for the iPhone 13 because it has cinematic mode for video and Sensor-shift OIS. Not forgetting better battery life as well. Also another extra year of support.

I think right now the price difference is RM300 (both 128GB on Machines Sales). I definitely would go for the 13. (waiting for my new credit card to arrive that requires a min spend to redeem my free online enrolment gift, else I would have order a 13 already)

Nope, I always charge to 100% - I don’t charge it overnight or wirelessly though. Had my phone for about 3 months now and battery health is still 100%.
Nah, it’s not necessary.
I’ve had both iPhone 12 and 13 - and the main difference between both phones is the battery life. The iPhone 13’s battery life is significantly better than the 12, however if you’re a light to moderate user (maybe 4-5 hours screen time in a day), both phones should be adequate for your usage. As far as cameras are concerned, most reviewers agree the photo quality is about similar between the 12 and 13 - with the significant improvements only on the Pro models. So then it comes to the additional year of support between the 12 and 13 - and that is highly subjective and depends on users. It’s also worth pointing out that although you won’t get the latest iOS version after 5 years, rest assured Apple will still release vital security patches for older phones - my mum’s iPhone 5S was still receiving security updates last year when I moved her to iPhone 6S.

My humble opinion though is unless you really need an iPhone now, hold off any purchases till the new ones get announced in early September. Even if you do not want to pay the exorbitant prices for the latest models, the existing ones will get a price cut across board, and you’ll get a better bargain. Just 2.5 months or less to go.

Not sure if this extra 1 year additional warranty is applicable for apple products or not. Few years back i asked, apple products not included. Im a senheng member too.

The iPhone 13 Mini is an excellent buy. Battery life much better than the 12 mini, which makes the 13 Mini a proper usable everyday phone. 👍🏼
Already bought your iPhone 13?

You can consider XDoria Raptic Tempered Glass case too. Feels more solid than those plastic or TPU cases, IMO.

Ya thanks probably will just wait for the announcement of the new 14 series..

Was the app being updated by App Store in the background by any chance? Happened to me before & turns out, it is caused by the Automatic Updates.

I'm using 13 mini for about a month now. Once awhile the app will crash and freeze. Could be the app issue, but idk.
At least it never happens on my android device before.
So far, no ghost touch or anything.

I feel like it could be the phone out of memory so the app crash or the app unoptimized, and it causes memory leak then it crash.
13 only have 4GB ram. Whereas, android already have whopping 12gb and more ram.
I think many ppl will say iPhone memory management is superior compare to android, so it doesn't need more ram compare to android.
I disagree, this is still boil down to cost, they want to earn more, ntg else.
Go look at how much they charge for memory on macbook then u will know why.

Thanks for the feedback. Ok, I think I want to reword my statement. It looks more like app crash. Freeze is too common, I don't want to say much.
The app just completely closes.

But in my case, I think it is still in the memory, because it goes to home screen and for example if FB or Whatsapp closes, I can relaunch it in the blink of an eye, as it is in my prime finger location in homescreen. Hence I like to call it "ghost touch" going to home. Whereas if an app properly crash and gets closed / wiped from memory, it will take a while to load, splash screen etc etc.

Mine
Model : 12 mini 128gb
BH : 80% after 1 year 11 months
Activity : Heavy Use - recording, editing videos for social media, playing marvel snap & clash royale, kids playing minecraft and roblox etc.
Charge Behaviour : 0% to 100% till early morning using 20w, almost everyday charge when phone turned off lol

Wife's
Model : 13 mini 256gb
BH : 90% after 1 year 1 months
Activity : Normal use for works. telegram, whatsapp and casual binge watch on astro go, netflix etc
Charge Behaviour : 0% to 100% till early morning using 20w, same with mine almost everyday charge when phone turned off lol

Hello
How’re your batteries doing in terms of longevity?

After about 3 years my battery is now at 85% and starting to get annoying to keep charging and carrying a power bank

Has anyone tried replacing the battery on iPhone 13 via Apple Store or authorized resellers? How long did it take for replacement? I’m concerned about being without a phone if it takes longer than half a day