Apple iPhone 12 Pro

1. Introduction: Announced on October 13, 2020, and subsequently released on October 23, 2020, the iPhone 12 Pro stands as a pinnacle of technological innovation. Weighing 189 g and featuring dimensions of 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm, the device exudes sophistication with its glass front and back (Corning-made glass) seamlessly framed by stainless steel. Supporting Nano-SIM and eSIM or Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) for China, the iPhone 12 Pro is equipped with IP68 dust/water resistance (up to 6m for 30 min) and holds certifications for Apple Pay (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX).

2. Display and Performance: The device boasts a Super Retina XDR OLED display with HDR10 and Dolby Vision, delivering vibrant visuals with 800 nits (HBM) brightness and a peak brightness of 1200 nits. The 6.1-inch screen, featuring a resolution of 1170 x 2532 pixels and a 19.5:9 ratio (~460 ppi density), is protected by Ceramic Shield glass for enhanced durability. Running on iOS 14.1 (upgradable to iOS 17.2), the iPhone 12 Pro 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 128GB and 256GB, both complemented by 6GB of RAM and NVMe technology.

3. Camera and Connectivity: Setting new standards in photography, the iPhone 12 Pro features a triple main camera setup, comprising a 12 MP wide lens, a 12 MP telephoto lens with 2x optical zoom, and a 12 MP ultrawide lens. Additionally, it incorporates a TOF 3D LiDAR scanner for enhanced depth perception. Noteworthy camera features include Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR (photo/panorama), and impressive video recording capabilities such as 4K@24/30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 10‑bit HDR, Dolby Vision HDR (up to 60fps), 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 include 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 Pro features a non-removable Li-Ion 2815 mAh battery, supporting wired charging with PD2.0, providing 50% charge in 30 minutes (advertised). The device also supports 15W wireless charging (MagSafe) and 7.5W wireless charging (Qi). Equipped with stereo speakers and lacking a 3.5mm jack, the iPhone 12 Pro delivers an immersive audio experience. The device encompasses an array of sensors, including Face ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity sensor, compass, barometer, and Ultra Wideband (UWB) support. Available in Silver, Graphite, Gold, and Pacific Blue, the iPhone 12 Pro is identified by model numbers A2407, A2341, A2406, A2408, and iPhone13,3, offering a range of colors to suit diverse user preferences.