Update iPhone 13+ 13 mini or stay on iOS 15?

[rocketbuc]

I first updated all devices to 17.6.1 but then jumped to 17.7 when it was released. Did not expect another version of iOS 17 just before the 18 release.

Overall I am glad to have updated. Feels almost like a new phone, at least to me.

 

[splifingate]

I have not been traveling extensively where the full battery capacity is needed and the 13 mini is pushed to its limits

I recently (and extensively) camped/traveled the Mojave desert with my 13 Mini . . . it was 100-110F during the day . . . She never skipped a beat.

Of course, I had a power bank on extended jaunts, and was always able to charge Her in the rental truck

 

[rocketbuc]

Saw your pictures on the other thread, looked really amazing. Good to know about your experience in the heat. I am traveling to Saudi Arabia on a regular basis, gets also quite hot in the summer. The phone on iOS 15 did get pretty hot when using messaging, Uber, Google Maps and email + browse simul outside while in the sun. But no temperature warning or other hick-ups.

 

[Alpha Centauri]

Just bought a new battery for my 13 Mini, which was at 84% capacity. With 17.6.1 (21G101) such a huge different in longevity. Literally getting 7-9 hours now per day, which is more than enough for me.

Considering iOS 18, not only am I waiting for almost all of the bugs to be worked out before I consider, but also how much it degrades other's 13/13 Minis performance & daily battery life. I know security updates...🙄.

Edit: Also with 17.6.1 (21G101), no draining from 100% charge overnight if left off charger now. But I do have all parasitic settings off like background refreshing etc.

Did you fit it yourself or got a 3rd party repairer to do it. I ask as Apple generally only replaces if health drops to 80% or below, just curious.

 

[splifingate]

I am traveling to Saudi Arabia on a regular basis, gets also quite hot in the summer.

Warning: "Understatement"

I look forward to the photos that you may share.

 

[spartan1967]

Did you fit it yourself or got a 3rd party repairer to do it. I ask as Apple generally only replaces if health drops to 80% or below, just curious.

Apple replaced it. Guy tried to talk me out of it & I asked him if it would make a significant difference & he replied like I already knew it would. So much better now.