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Is the screen size difference between the 11Pro and the 12 Pro worth the upgrade? I've always found the 11Pro just a tad small. Is the 12Pro (non Max) a better size screen?
 
That's totally subjective. Depends on the person. Personally I find the Mini a better screen size simply because it makes the overall device smaller. I might add I don't spend countless hours on my phone watching movies, playing games or any other prolonged type of usage.
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That's totally subjective. Depends on the person. Personally I find the Mini a better screen size simply because it makes the overall device smaller. I might add I don't spend countless hours on my phone watching movies, playing games or any other prolonged type of usage.
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Thanks. I am not really interested in the Mini. My interest is in having a larger screen for my aging eyes,
 
Just got my new 12Pro and I think it was worth the upgrade from a 11Pro. I didn’t think the difference would be noticeable, but I noticed. Also, the first year over year upgrade that I have zero regrets over. (I always second guess my purchases)
 
I found the increased screen size to be negligible overall. I was expecting it to be noticeable. What I do find annoying is having to reach further up to get to the control center. Had they achieved it by adding a bit of width as well instead of just taller, I think it would have been more noticeable. I don’t think screen size should be a big factor when deciding to upgrade, if coming from the 11 Pro.
 
The increase in screen size is noticeable. But, it doesn’t really change the experience of using the device in any meaningful way. Text is slightly bigger and you can see slightly more on the screen at one time. But, it’s not a huge change from the 5.8” screen size. I wouldn’t upgrade just for the screen if you’re happy with everything else on your 11 Pro.
 
The reach for control center is noticeably harder as the x was the perfect size but still needed a grip adjustment. As in I had to hold the phone towards the middle. But in youtube, the screen is slightly longer and there's a slight larger view area than 4.7 inch iPhones that the x defaults to in non full screen mode in landscape.
 
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