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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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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
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.
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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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
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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◊
5G capable◊
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
2x
Optical zoom range
2x
Optical zoom range
4x
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◊
Up to 17 hours video playback◊
◊ Legal Disclaimers
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 apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular.
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 apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html 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.
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 apple.com/uk/iphone/cellular.
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 apple.com/uk/batteries and apple.com/uk/iphone/battery.html 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 3rd gen 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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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
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
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
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
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
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
HDR video recording with Dolby Vision up to 30 fps
No. of cameras 2
Resolution (max MP) Ultra Wide angle: 12
Wide angle: 12
Wide angle: 12
Slow motion 1080p @ 120 fps or 240 fps
Type Ultra Wide angle
Wide angle
Wide angle
Zoom 2x optical zoom out
5x digital zoom in
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
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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