Apple's highly anticipated annual event, known as the Wonderlust, is just a few hours away, and excitement is building among eager fans waiting to witness the unveiling of the iPhone 15 lineup. However, as the curtain rises on the iPhone 15, we may also bid farewell to an old companion – the iPhone 13 mini.
Rumors regarding the retirement of the iPhone 13 mini have been circulating for several months. Earlier this year, there were speculations, notably from Tom's Guide, suggesting that Apple might discontinue at least four models, including the iPhone 13 mini, following the launch of the iPhone 15 series. Now, with the official iPhone 15 launch imminent, these rumors have resurfaced, leaving many enthusiasts of the mini-sized iPhone series eagerly awaiting confirmation. It's worth noting that last year, after introducing the iPhone 14 series, Apple discontinued the iPhone 12 mini. Additionally, there was no release of an iPhone 14 mini. Therefore, it appears increasingly likely that, following the announcement of the iPhone 15, the iPhone 13 mini may meet its end.
However, if you happen to be the proud owner of an iPhone 13 mini or even its predecessor, the iPhone 12 mini, there's no need to fret. You may belong to the select users who will continue to cherish these compact devices.
The news of the iPhone 13 mini's impending discontinuation was shared by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman on social media platform X. Gurman pointed out that the device's stock has rapidly dwindled. In the United States, Apple's official online store currently displays delivery times of 2-3 weeks for specific iPhone 13 mini models, with certain variants even showing a staggering 6-8 week wait. Such scarcity has led industry experts to speculate that Apple is poised to phase out the iPhone 13 mini following the announcement of the iPhone 15 series.
In India, the iPhone 13 mini was initially launched at a price of Rs 69,900 in 2021. It was introduced as a more budget-friendly alternative for consumers seeking an iPhone experience. For reference, the iPhone 13, 13 Pro, and 13 Pro Max were released at prices of Rs 79,900, Rs 1,19,900, and Rs 1,29,900, respectively.
Currently, the iPhone 13 mini remains available for purchase on leading e-commerce platforms. On Flipkart, the phone is listed at a price of Rs 61,999, with an additional Rs 2,000 discount available for HDFC cardholders. Various other offers and promotions are also in place.
Meanwhile, Amazon is offering the iPhone 13 mini at a special price of Rs 56,999.
In summary, if you have been considering the purchase of an iPhone 13 mini, today might be the last opportunity to do so, as Apple is expected to discontinue this model following the launch of the iPhone 15 series.
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