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Apple iPhone 12

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iPhone 12 pushes everything forward with superfast 5G. Equipped with the powerful A14 Bionic chip. A dual-camera system. And a beautiful Super Retina XDR display, so you can see everything in vivid detail.

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What’s in the box

As part of Apple’s efforts to reach its environmental goals, iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini do not include a power adapter or EarPods. Please use your existing Apple power adapter and headphones or purchase these accessories separately.

Blast past fast.

A14 Bionic, the fastest chip in a smartphone. An edge-to-edge OLED display. And Night mode on every camera.

Design and Display

To behold.
And be held.

The best iPhone display ever for incredible contrast and higher resolution. With Ceramic Shield, which has four times better drop performance.^◊

Super Retina XDR^◊

Same display as iPhone 12 Pro

iPhone 12

iPhone 12 mini

6.1”

5.4”

Super Retina XDR^◊

Same display as iPhone 12 Pro

Wireless

Let’s speed things up.

LTE speeds up to 2Gb/s. Download shows, upload photos and stream high-quality video even faster. And with the most LTE and 5G bands of any smartphone, it’s also ready for superfast 5G.^◊

A14 Bionic

The chip that pushes what’s possible.

A14 Bionic is the fastest chip in a smartphone. With a 16-core Neural Engine, it crunches trillions of operations each second. And it’s super-efficient for great battery life.^◊

A14 Bionic
Same chip as iPhone 12 Pro

Without Night mode

With Night mode

Dual-Camera System

Low light is now a highlight.

Night mode on all cameras gives dimly lit photos — even selfies — a new level of detail.

All-new to iPhone 12

Ultra Wide camera now captures Night mode images

Wide camera now captures 27% more light

Without Night mode

With Night mode

All-new to iPhone 12

Ultra Wide camera now captures Night mode images

Wide camera now captures 27% more light

Video

Low lights. Camera. Action.

iPhone 12 lets you record, edit and play back Dolby Vision video. Use AirPlay to stream it to your Apple TV or smart TV.^◊

Night mode Time-lapse video captures light trails and motion when you use a tripod

10-bit HDR video recording delivers 60 times more colors than 8-bit video

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There’s no phone like iPhone.

Easy to use

Simple and intuitive, so it’s easy to get around with just a tap or a swipe.

Smart performance

Apple-designed chip for speed, power efficiency and intelligence in everything you do.

Durable and retains value

iPhone is built to last and holds its value longer than other smartphones.

Protects your privacy

Every aspect is designed to keep your information private and secure.

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5.4”

Super Retina XDR display^◊

6.1”

Super Retina XDR display^◊

6.1”

Super Retina XDR display^◊

5G capable^◊

Ultra Wide

Wide

Dolby Vision HDR video recording up to 30 fps

Ultra Wide

Wide

Dolby Vision HDR video recording up to 30 fps

Ultra Wide

Wide

Telephoto

Dolby Vision HDR video recording up to 60 fps

Optical zoom range

LiDAR scanner for Night mode portraits, faster autofocus in low light and next-level AR experiences

Up to 15 hours video playback^◊

Up to 17 hours video playback^◊

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Durability
Claim based on iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro Ceramic Shield front compared with previous-generation iPhone.

Display
The display has rounded corners that follow a beautiful curved design, and these corners are within a standard rectangle. When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 5.42 inches (iPhone 12 mini), 5.85 inches (iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone XS, iPhone X), 6.06 inches (iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12, iPhone 11, iPhone XR), 6.46 inches (iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone XS Max), or 6.68 inches (iPhone 12 Pro Max) diagonally. Actual viewable area is less.

Mobile and Wireless
Data plan required. 5G and LTE are available in selected markets and through selected network providers. Speeds are based on theoretical throughput and vary based on site conditions and network. For details on 5G and LTE support, contact your provider and see .

Power and Battery
All battery claims depend on network configuration and many other factors; actual results will vary. Battery has limited recharge cycles and may eventually need to be replaced by an Apple service provider. Battery life and charge cycles vary by use and settings. See and for more information.

Apple Arcade
Apple Arcade requires a subscription.

AirPlay Streaming
Requires an Apple TV or AirPlay-enabled TV.

Availability
Some features may not be available for all countries or all areas.

Accessories
Accessories sold separately.

How big is the iPhone 12?
The iPhone 12 has a 6.1” display making it the same size as the iPhone 13 and iPhone 11, however it is lighter than the 11 by about the weight of a slice of bread. The iPhone 12 is larger than the iPhone 13 mini but smaller than the iPhone 13 Pro Max. If you’re looking for a smaller phone, explore our iPhone SE offers.
Is the iPhone 12 waterproof?
The iPhone 12 is not waterproof but is splash, water, and dust resistant. It’s rated IP68, meaning you can take the device to a maximum depth of 6 metres for up to 30 minutes.
This is the same rating as the iPhone 13 range.
How can I charge an iPhone 12?
The iPhone 12 comes with a lightning to USB-C cable, meaning you can charge it via a USB-C charger. Apple recommends using a 20-Watt charger. This device does not come with a charging adapter and must be bought separately.
To charge it wirelessly, use a Qi-compatible charging mat or a MagSafe charger.
How different is the iPhone 12 to the iPhone 13?
The main difference between the iPhone 12 and the iPhone 13 is what’s under the hood, the A15 Bionic chip. While the A14 is still extremely powerful, the 15 pushes things over the edge creating a more immersive computing and gaming experience. Explore all of our iPhone deals to find in-depth information on Apple’s latest models.
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Requires two+ subscriptions (limit of five) on the same account; allocated once per month; activation may take 48hrs. Find out more at tescomobile.com/perks
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Tesco Clubcard holders only. Collect 1 Clubcard point for every £1 you spend on your Tesco Mobile bill. For full details see tescomobile.com/clubcardpoints. Tesco Clubcard scheme terms and conditions apply.
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Experience iPhone 12

iPhone 12. 5G to download movies on the fly and stream high-quality video. Beautifully bright 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display. Ceramic Shield with 4x better drop performance. Incredible low-light photography with Night mode on all cameras. Cinema-grade Dolby Vision video recording, editing, and playback. Powerful A14 Bionic chip. And MagSafe accessories for easy attach and faster wireless charging. Let the fun begin.

iPhone 12 Key Features

• 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display (same size as the iPhone 12 Pro)
• Ceramic Shield, tougher than any smartphone glass
• 5G for superfast downloads and high-quality streaming
• A14 Bionic chip
• Advanced dual-camera system with 12MP Ultra Wide and Wide cameras; Night mode, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 3, 4K Dolby Vision HDR recording

Additional Features

• 12MP TrueDepth front camera with Night mode, 4K Dolby Vision HDR recording
• Industry-leading IP68 water resistance
• Supports MagSafe accessories for easy attach and faster wireless charging
• iOS 15 with redesigned widgets on the Home screen, App Library, App Clips, and more

Battery

Battery capacity -

Fast charge Yes

Official charge rate -

Power saving Low Power Mode

Removable battery No

Standby time (hrs) -

Talk time (mins) -

Wireless charging Yes - Qi (7.5W) and MagSafe (15W)

Body

Depth (mm) 7.4

Dust resistant Yes

Height (mm) 146.7

Shape Candybar

SIM type Nano and eSIM (eSIM is not yet available on all networks)

Water resistant Yes - IP68

Weight (g) 162

Width (mm) 71.5

Connectivity

Bluetooth Version 5.0

HDMI output No

Near Field Communication (NFC) Yes

Personal hotspot Yes

USB cable Yes

USB type USB Type-C to Lightning

Wi-Fi (WLAN) Wi-Fi 6

Wi-Fi Direct No

Processor

CPU speed A14 Bionic chip with Next?generation Neural Engine

Messaging

Email Yes

IM Yes

Multimedia messages Yes

Text messages Yes

Display

Brightness (typical) 625 nits

Contrast ratio 2,000,000:1

Multi-touch Yes

Pixels 460 ppi

Resolution 2532x1170

Screen Type Super Retina XDR OLED

Size (inches) 6.1

Touch screen Yes

Network

2G Yes

3G Yes

4G Yes

5G Yes

Band Quad

Works in the US Yes

Sound formats

AAC Yes

AMR No

AU No

M4A No

MP3 Yes

MP3 Ringtunes Yes

Ogg Vorbis No

Real Audio No

WAV No

WMA No

Platform

Generic software version iOS 14

Operating system Apple iOS

Video formats

3GP No

AVI No

MP4 Yes

Real Video No

WMV No

Sensors

Accelerometer Yes

Ambient light sensor Yes

Barometer Yes

Digital compass Yes

Gyroscope Yes

LiDAR scanner No

Proximity sensor Yes

Image formats

Animated GIF Yes

BMP Yes

GIF Yes

JPEG Yes

PNG Yes

WBMP Yes

Document formats (application required)

.doc (Word) Yes

.pdf (Adobe Acrobat) Yes

.ppt (PowerPoint) Yes

.txt (Plain text file / Notepad) Yes

.xls (Excel) Yes

Memory

Card max size N/A

Card slot No

Device memory 64GB/128GB/256GB

RAM -

Front camera

Additional features Portrait Lighting
Deep Fusion
Smart HDR 3
HDR video recording
Time-lapse
Cinematic video stabilisation
QuickTake video
Live Photos
Lens correction
Burst mode

Aperture f/2.2

HD video recording Yes

No. of cameras 1

Resolution (max MP) 12

Selfie modes Portrait mode, Animoji and Memoji, Night mode

Slow motion 1080p @ 120fps

Camera

Camera type Dual rear-facing

Flash type Brighter True Tone with slow sync

HD video recording Yes

No. of cameras 3

Resolution (max. mp) Ultra Wide: 12
Wide: 12

Secondary camera resolution (max. mp) 12

Slow motion 1080p @ 120 fps or 240 fps

Zoom type 2x optical zoom out
5x digital zoom in

Rear camera

Additional features Portrait mode
Portrait Lighting
Panorama
Night mode
Deep Fusion
Smart HDR 3
Live Photos
Advanced red?eye correction
Burst mode
Audio zoom
QuickTake video
Time-lapse video
Cinematic video stabilisation
Continuous autofocus video
Playback zoom
Stereo recording

Aperture Ultra Wide angle: f/2.4
Wide angle: f/1.6

Bokeh filters Yes

Dual OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) Yes

Flash Brighter True Tone flash with slow sync

FOV 120-degrees

HD video recording 4K video recording @ 24 fps, 30 fps or 60 fps
HDR video recording with Dolby Vision up to 30 fps

No. of cameras 2

Resolution (max MP) Ultra Wide angle: 12
Wide angle: 12

Slow motion 1080p @ 120 fps or 240 fps

Type Ultra Wide angle
Wide angle

Zoom 2x optical zoom out
5x digital zoom in

Features

3.5mm headphone jack No

A-GPS Yes

Always On No

Document viewer Yes

Face recognition Yes

FM radio No

GPS Yes

Loudspeaker Yes

Music player Yes

Video calling Yes

Video player Yes

Voice activated dial Yes

Voice recording Yes

Web browser Yes

Wi-Fi calling Yes

Security

Facial recognition Yes

Fingerprint sensor No

Accessibility

Accessibility features Voice control
VoiceOver
Zoom
Magnifier
RTT and TTY support
Siri and Dictation
Type to Siri
Switch Control
Closed Captions
AssistiveTouch
Speak Screen
Back Tap

Warranty

Device warranty 1 year

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Apple iPhone 12

What’s in the box

Blast past fast.

Design and Display

Wireless

A14 Bionic

Dual-Camera System

Video

Why iPhone

Compare

How big is the iPhone 12?

Is the iPhone 12 waterproof?

How can I charge an iPhone 12?

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