Apple iPhone 12

1. Introduction: Unveiled on October 13, 2020, and subsequently released on October 23, 2020, the iPhone 12 maintains Apple's commitment to cutting-edge technology. Weighing a mere 164 g and measuring 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm, the device boasts a sleek design with a Corning-made glass front and back, held together by a durable aluminum frame. The iPhone 12 supports Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) in China, coupled with IP68 dust/water resistance (up to 6m for 30 min) and Apple Pay certification (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX).

2. Display and Performance: The device features a Super Retina XDR OLED display with HDR10 and Dolby Vision, offering stunning visuals with 625 nits (HBM) brightness and a peak brightness of 1200 nits. The 6.1-inch screen, boasting a resolution of 1170 x 2532 pixels and a 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density), is safeguarded by Ceramic Shield glass for enhanced durability. Operating on iOS 14.1 (upgradable to iOS 17.2), the iPhone 12 is powered by the advanced Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) chipset, housing a Hexa-core CPU (2x3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4x1.8 GHz Icestorm) and an Apple GPU with 4-core graphics. Storage options include 64GB, 128GB, and 256GB, all complemented by 4GB of RAM and NVMe technology.

3. Camera and Connectivity: The iPhone 12 excels in photography with its dual main camera setup, featuring a 12 MP wide lens and a 12 MP ultrawide lens. Key features include dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR capabilities, and impressive video recording capabilities such as 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 30fps), and stereo sound recording. The 12 MP front-facing camera, equipped with SL 3D (depth/biometrics sensor), offers HDR and video recording at 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps with gyro-EIS. Connectivity options encompass Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, and GPS with GLONASS, GALILEO, and QZSS support.

4. Battery and Miscellaneous: The iPhone 12 features a non-removable Li-Ion 2815 mAh battery, supporting wired charging with PD2.0, providing 50% charge in 30 minutes (advertised). Additionally, the device supports 15W wireless charging (MagSafe) and 7.5W wireless charging (Qi). Boasting stereo speakers and the absence of a 3.5mm jack, the iPhone 12 provides an immersive audio experience. The device features an array of sensors, including Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, compass, barometer, and Ultra Wideband (UWB) support. Available in Black, White, Red, Green, Blue, and Purple, the iPhone 12 is identified by model numbers A2403, A2172, A2402, A2404, and iPhone13,2, offering users a variety of color options to suit their preferences.