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Apple iPhone 12: 5 Reasons It’s Still Impressive Today
SPECIFICATIONS
General
| Status | Available |
| Announced | 2020, October 13 |
| Released | 23 October, 2025 |
| Model |
A2403 (International) A2404 (China, Hong Kong) A2172 (USA); A2402 (Canada, Japan) |
| Price Apple iPhone Price in USA, UK, Canada, Australia, India, Pakistan, China, Japan and Europe |
64GB 128GB 512GB $699 $749 $849 |
Network
| Technology | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G |
| 2G Network |
GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 (dual-SIM) - for China CDMA 800 / 1900 |
| 3G Network |
HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 CDMA2000 1xEV-DO |
| 4G Network |
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2172 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 28, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66 - A2403, A2404 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 28, 29, 30, 32, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 46, 48, 66, 71 - A2402 |
| Speed | HSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE-A, 5G, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps |
| GPRS GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) is a packet oriented mobile data service on the 2G and 3G cellular communication system's global system for mobile communications (GSM), Generally, GPRS is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. | |
| EDGE EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) is a wireless network technology generally considered the next step in the 2G network offers data transfer rates up to four times faster than ordinary GSM networks, Generally, EDGE is used for the purpose of wireless data transfer, such as sharing pictures and videos or browsing the Internet via a mobile phone connection. |
Body
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.29 in) |
| Weight | 164 g (5.78 oz) |
| Colors |
Purple Blue Green Product Red White Black Glass front (Gorilla Glass), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame |
| SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Single SIM (Nano-SIM and/or eSIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) - for China |
Body
| Dimensions | 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm (5.78 x 2.81 x 0.29 in) |
| Weight | 164 g (5.78 oz) |
| Colors |
Purple Blue Green Product Red White Black Glass front (Gorilla Glass), glass back (Gorilla Glass), aluminum frame |
| SIM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) is a small card that contains mobile network subscriber's account information. This allows the phone using the card to attach to a mobile network. The SIM card is most commonly associated with GSM and UMTS mobile networks. Moving a SIM card from one phone to another allows a subscriber to switch mobile phones without having to contact their mobile network carrier. SIM cards can also be used by a phone to store limited amounts of data, such as phone numbers and text messages. | Single SIM (Nano-SIM and/or eSIM) or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) - for China |
Display
| Display Type Display Technology => A number of display technologies and types used in mobile phones => TFT (Thin Film Transistor), IPS (In-Place Switching), OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode), AMOLED (Active-Matrix Organic Light-Emitting Diode), Super AMOLED (an even advanced version of AMOLED), Resistive Touchscreen (Resistive touchscreens contain two layer of conductive material with a very small gap between them which acts as a resistance), Capacitive Touchsceen (Capacitive touchscreen technology consists of a layer of glass coated with a transparent conductor) | Super Retina XDR OLED, HDR10, Dolby Vision, 625 nits (HBM), 1200 nits (peak) |
| Size | 6.1 inches, 90.2 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Display Colors Display Colors is refers to the number of different shades of colors that the screen is capable of displaying => 64K colors, 256K colors and 16 million colors, Obviously 16M is highest available range of colors and better than others. | Wide color gamut True-tone |
| Resolution | 1170 x 2532 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio |
| Pixel Density Pixel Density (PPI) is refers to the concentration of pixels on a particular display, measured in pixels per inch (ppi). Pixel density is calculated by dividing the diagonal pixel resolution of a display by its diagonal size, higher pixel density better display quality. | ~460 ppi density |
| Touch Screen | Haptic Touch |
| Display Protection Display Protection => Gorilla Glass is a special alkali-aluminosilicate glass shield with exceptional damage resistance that helps protect mobile displays from scratches, drops, and bumps of everyday use, It is always better to go for a smartphone with Gorilla Glass for that added protection and peace of mind. | Scratch-resistant ceramic glass, oleophobic coating |
| Multitouch | |
| Features |
Super Retina XDR display 6.1-inch (diagonal) all-screen OLED display1 HDR display 2532-by-1170-pixel resolution at 460 ppi |
Camera
| Primary Camera is able to capture photographs and usually videos, The most important characteristics of a camera are the resolution (measured in megapixels), lens focus type (fixed or automatic), higher megapixel cameras are known to capture higher quality photos, but not always a good measurement of the photos quality. |
12 MP, f/1.6, 26mm (wide), 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.4, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.6" |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Camera Features | HDR |
| Selfie Camera |
12 MP, f/2.2, 23mm (wide), 1/3.6" SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor) |
| Video | 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS |
| Camera Features | HDR |
Software
| Operating System OS => Every computer system run on a base software called Operating System (OS). Operating System controls all basic operations of the computer (such as smartphone, PDAs, tablet computers and other handheld devices). The Operating System allows the user to install and run third party applications (apps), apps are used to add new functionality to the device. | iOS 14.1, up to iOS 15.5, planned upgrade to iOS 16 |
| Browser (Default) | Safari |
Hardware
| Chipset Chipset is a group of integrated circuits designed to perform one or a more dedicated functions, often with real time computing constraints, Popular smartphones are equipped with more advanced embedded chipsets that can do many different tasks depending on their programming. | Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) |
| CPU CPU (Central Processing Unit) mostly known as processors, CPU processes instructions in order to carry out certain functions that make your device operate properly. Processors are often described as the brain of computers, smartphones and tablets, Smartphones and tablets rely on processors to carry out their every task, Processors are an incredibly important factor in selecting any type of computing device, including your smartphone. | Hexa-core (2x3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4x1.8 GHz Icestorm) |
| GPU GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a single-chip processor designed to rapidly manipulate and alter memory to accelerate the creation of images in a frame buffer intended for output to a display, This includes things such as lighting effects, object transformations, and 3D motion. | Apple GPU (4-core graphics) |
| RAM (Memory) RAM (Random Access Memory) is a type of computer memory that can be accessed randomly, any byte of memory can be accessed without touching the preceding bytes that allows information to be stored and accessed quickly from random locations. RAM is the most common type of memory found in computer systems, smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices. | 4 GB |
| Internal Storage Internal Storage is a data storage space (flash memory) mostly used in smartphones, tablets and other electronic devices where operating system, apps, music, photos, videos, files and other user data Is stored. | 64GB, 128GB, 256GB (NVMe) |
| Card Slot Memory Card Slot is a special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory, A memory card (sometimes called a flash memory card or a storage card) is a small storage medium used to store data such as text, pictures, audio, and video, for use on small, portable or remote computing devices such as mobile phones, mp3 players, digital cameras. | No |
| Sensors Sensors are electronic components that detects and responds to some type of input from the physical environment. The specific input could be light, heat, motion, moisture, pressure and location, The output is generally a signal that is converted to use in computing systems, a location sensor, such as a GPS receiver is able to detect current location of your electronic device. | Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer |
Battery
| Battery Type Battery Type => Cell phones run on various kinds of batteries depending on the manufacturer, phone size or shape and features. There are basically four types of cell phone batteries => Lithium Polymer, Lithium Ion, Nickel Metal Hydride and Nickel Cadmium. | Li-Ion, non-removable (10.78 Wh) |
| Capacity Battery Capacity is a measure (typically in Amp-hr) of the charge stored by the battery, and is determined by the mass of active material contained in the battery. The battery capacity represents the maximum amount of energy that can be extracted from the battery under certain conditions. | 2815 mAh |
| Placement | Non-removable |
| Wireless Charging Wireless Charging (Inductive Charging) uses an electromagnetic field to transfer energy between two objects. This is usually done with a charging station. Energy is sent through an inductive coupling to an electrical device, which can then use that energy to charge batteries or run the device. | MagSafe wireless charging 15W, Qi magnetic fast wireless charging 7.5W |
| Fast Charging | Fast charging 20W, 50% in 30 min (advertised) |
| Audio Playback | Up to 65 hours |
| Video Playback | Up to 17 hours video playback3 |
| Internet Usage | Up to 11 hours Stremed Playback |
Media
| Alert Types | Vibration, proprietary ringtones |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| FM Radio | NO |
| Features | Active noise cancellation with dedicated mic |
Connectivity
| Bluetooth Bluetooth is a wireless communications technology for exchanging data between mobile phones, headsets, computers and other network devices over short distances without wires, Bluetooth technology was primarily designed to support simple wireless networking of personal consumer devices. | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared Infrared connectivity is an old wireless technology used to connect two electronic devices. It uses a beam of infrared light to transmit information and so requires direct line of sight and operates only at close range. | |
| Wi-fi Wi-Fi is a popular wireless networking technology using radio waves to provide high-speed network connections that allows devices to communicate without cords or cables, Wi-Fi is increasingly becoming the preferred mode of internet connectivity all over the world. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, hotspot |
| Wi-fi Hotspot | |
| USB | Lightning, USB 2.0 |
| GPS GPS The Global Positioning System is a satellite-based radio navigation system, GPS permits users to determine their position, velocity and the time 24 hours a day, in all weather, anywhere in the world, In order to locate your position, your device or GPS receiver must have a clear view of the sky. | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, QZSS |
| NFC NFC (Near field communication) is a set of standards for smartphones and similar devices to establish peer-to-peer radio communications with each other by touching them together or bringing them into proximity, usually no more than a few inches. |
MISC
Description
The Apple iPhone 12, released on October 23, 2020, is a remarkable device in Apple’s lineup. This smartphone blends advanced technology with a sleek design, making it a favorite among users. Here’s an in-depth look at its specifications and features.
Table of Contents
Release and Design
The iPhone 12 was announced on October 13, 2020, and became available later that month. It’s lightweight, weighing only 164 grams, and measures 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm. The device has a robust build with a Ceramic Shield front, a glass back, and an aluminum frame. It offers IP68 dust and water resistance, capable of withstanding depths of up to 6 meters in 30 minutes. The phone supports Nano-SIM and eSIM options, with a dual Nano-SIM configuration for China.
Apple iPhone 12 Display Features
The iPhone 12 features a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED display. It delivers a resolution of 1170 x 2532 pixels and offers a pixel density of ~460 PPI. The screen supports HDR10, Dolby Vision, and a peak brightness of 1200 nits, ensuring vibrant visuals. For protection, the display is covered with Ceramic Shield glass.
Performance and Software
The iPhone 12 is powered by the Apple A14 Bionic chip, built on a 5nm process. Its hexa-core CPU comprises two high-performance Firestorm cores clocked at 3.1 GHz and four energy-efficient Ice Storm cores at 1.8 GHz. The device also features a 4-core Apple GPU for smooth graphics performance. Initially shipped with iOS 14.1, it’s upgradable to iOS 18.2.1, ensuring longevity and access to the latest features.
Memory and Storage
The phone comes in three storage variants: 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB, all paired with 4GB of RAM. It uses NVMe storage for fast data access. However, there’s no microSD card slot for expandable storage.
Apple iPhone 12 Camera Capabilities
Rear Camera
The iPhone 12 is equipped with a dual-camera system:
- A 12 MP wide lens with an f/1.6 aperture and optical image stabilization (OIS).
- A 12 MP ultra-wide lens with an f/2.4 aperture and a 120° field of view.
These cameras support dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, and panorama modes. Video recording is impressive, offering 4K resolution at 24/30/60 fps and slow motion at up to 240 fps.
Front Camera
The device features a 12 MP wide lens with an f/2.2 aperture and a depth/biometrics sensor (SL 3D) for selfies. It supports HDR and records videos in 4K at 24/30/60 fps.
Battery and Charging
The iPhone 12 is powered by a 2815 mAh Li-Ion battery. It supports wired fast charging, achieving a 50% charge in just 30 minutes via PD2.0. Wireless charging options include 15W MagSafe and Qi2 compatibility (requires iOS 17.4 update).
Connectivity and Sensors
Connectivity options are robust:
- Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) with dual-band support.
- Bluetooth 5.0.
- GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, and QZSS for location tracking.
- NFC for Apple Pay transactions.
The iPhone 12 does not include a 3.5mm headphone jack but offers stereo speakers for excellent sound quality. Sensors include Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, compass, and barometer. It also supports Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology.
Color Options and Models
The Apple iPhone 12 is available in six colors:
- Black
- White
- Red
- Green
- Blue
- Purple
It comes in multiple model numbers:
- A2403 (International).
- A2172 (USA).
- A2402 (Canada, Japan).
- A2404 (China, Hong Kong).
Performance Tests
The performance benchmarks for the iPhone 12 are impressive:
- AnTuTu: 568,674 (v8).
- GeekBench: 4067 (v5.1).
- GFXBench: 58 fps (ES 3.1 onscreen).
Its display contrast ratio is rated as infinite, and the loudspeaker performance is very good at -24.4 LUFS.
Conclusion
The Apple iPhone 12 remains a strong contender in the smartphone market, even years after its release. With a sleek design, powerful performance, and advanced features, it appeals to a wide range of users. Whether you prioritize photography, gaming, or everyday functionality, the iPhone 12 delivers a seamless experience.
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