Everything you need to know about the Iphone 12

This is what you need to know about the Iphone 12

Contents

• 1This is what you need to know about the Iphone 12
• 2When will the iPhone 12 be announced?
• 3What is the release date of the iPhone 12?
• 4How much will the iPhone 12 cost?
• 5iPhone 12 pre-order information
• 6How many models of the iPhone 12 will there be?
• 7Main features of the iPhone 12
• 8iPhone 12 Hardware and Specifications
• 9iPhone 12 Colors
• 10Which version of the iOS will come with the iPhone 12?
• 11How to update iPhone 12
• 12iPhone 12 Design: The Notch Always There
• 13iPhone 12: a more compact version in the boxes
• 14iPhone 12: OLED and 5G for everyone
• 15No USB-C port yet
• 16No charger or headphones in the box?
• 17A 20W fast charger
• 18Apple A14: a 5nm burned socket, up to 6GB of RAM

The iPhone 12 is the latest edition of Apple’s flagship smartphone. Although it is similar to previous models, especially the iPhone 11 series, in many ways, it also introduces some big changes that make the best smartphone in the world even better.

When will the iPhone 12 be announced?

Apple hasn’t said anything officially, but the general consensus is that the iPhone 12 will be announced in mid-October 2020. Apple likes to announce new products in the middle of the month, so the week of October 12 seems likely. Also, since Apple tends to place ads on a Tuesday or Wednesday, our bet is on October 13 or 14.

What is the release date of the iPhone 12?

Apple will announce the release date of the iPhone 12 when it reveals the phone, so we can’t say for sure just yet. That said, new iPhones are typically on sale between 10 days and two weeks after being announced, so expect the iPhone 12 release date to be near the end of October 2020.

In recent years, Apple has released some new iPhone models right away and others a month later. This happened with the XS and XR series of the iPhone. They were announced at the same time, but the iPhone XS series came out on September 21, 2018, while the iPhone XR was released on October 26, 2018. The same could happen with different iPhone 12 models; our thoughts on this are below.

How much will the iPhone 12 cost?

The exact price of the iPhone 12 will not be known until it is announced, but it is rumored that the iPhone 12 may cost less than the iPhone 11. The iPhone 11 starts at $ 699 and goes up to $ 1,449. Some rumors say that the iPhone 12 could cost about $ 50 less for each model, but until Apple says something official, don’t count on it.

Prices can range from $ 649 to more than $ 1,400 for the top-of-the-line model.

IPhone 12 pre-order information

Apple typically starts taking pre-orders for new iPhones within days of announcing them. So expect the iPhone 12 pre-order window to start towards the end of the week it is announced.

How many models of the iPhone 12 will there be?

This is one of the key questions about the iPhone 12. It is rumored that there will be four models, one more of the three that Apple has launched for the XS / XR and 11 series. The models will be differentiated by the size of the screen and some features . The iPhone 12 models are rumored to be:

• iPhone 12: 5.4-inch screen, 5G connectivity.
• iPhone 12 Max: 6.1-inch screen, 5G connectivity.
• iPhone 12 Pro: 6.1-inch screen, 5G connectivity, LIDAR.
• iPhone 12 Pro Max: 6.7-inch screen, faster 5G connectivity, high-end ProMotion screen used in iPad Pros, LIDAR.

Main features of the iPhone 12

The iPhone 12 will come standard with all the features of the iPhone we know and love, like Face ID, Apple Pay, AirPods support, and FaceTime. Some of the key new features arriving with iPhone 12 are expected to include:

• 5G: The latest and fastest mobile connectivity standard makes its way to the iPhone. Although 5G service has not spread across the country yet, it is becoming more and more available. Currently, 5G generally offers speeds that are twice as fast, on average, as 4G LTE. In the future, 5G could be 10-20 times faster than 4G.
• IPhone 12 Pro models may include a LIDAR sensor, which is already part of some recent iPad Pros like the iPad Pro 12.9. LIDAR is a depth sensing technology that is useful in augmented reality and mapping uses.
• ProMotion screen: Another technology coming from the iPad Pro to the iPhone 12 Pro models is the ProMotion screen, which updates faster for smoother, more natural scrolling and animation.
• New physical design: Recent iPhone models have had rounded edges. The iPhone 12 series is rumored to be reminiscent of the tougher design of the iPhone 4 and 5 series.
• New processor: Each new generation of iPhone is built around a new and faster processor. Expect the iPhone 12 series to use Apple’s latest chip, the A14, to deliver even better performance. Some rumors, however, say that this chip could be a less powerful version in the 5.4-inch model of the phone, dubbed the iPhone Mini by industry insiders.
• No Headphones or Charger: Not a feature, and not really a benefit to users, but the iPhone 12 series may not come with the included wired headphones or a power adapter to charge the iPhone’s battery from a socket. wall. If that’s true, it smells like Apple is trying to boost sales of AirPods and accessories.
• Wireless charging: A recent rumor indicates that the iPhone 12 will come with a wireless magnetic charger. This would allow for a variety of magnetic accessories for the iPhone, such as car mounts.

IPhone 12 Hardware and Specifications

Remember, these iPhone 12 specs are based on rumors for now. We will update after Apple reveals the iPhone 12.

This is one of the most important criteria when choosing a smartphone today. Apple would go a step further this year by integrating for the first time a ToF (Time of Light) module dedicated to depth of field. Previous iPhones already had a depth of field sensor, but only on the front for Face ID operation.

The ToF module would be reserved only for the iPhone 12 Pro and could be called a LiDar Scanner as in the latest iPad Pro. Otherwise, the iPhone 12 and 12 Max would have two photographic sensors on the back. The Pro versions would have 3 of them in addition to the ToF module, or 4 bulk sensors. Here is a summary of the iPhone 12 data sheet based on the temporary data we have.

iPhone 12 Colors

The iPhone 11 Pro came in four colors: Space Gray, Silver, Gold, and Midnight Green. The iPhone 12 is expected to come in four colors as well, but Midnight Green is rumored to be replaced by a deep blue option.

On the other hand, the base model of the iPhone 11 came in six bright colors. It’s unclear right now if the lower-priced models of the iPhone 12 will also offer different colors than the higher-end models.

FWIW, the new iPad Air is offered in a lighter green so Apple can go in that direction instead of midnight green, too.

What version of the iOS will come with the iPhone 12?

IPhone 12 will ship with iOS 14 pre-installed.

How to update iPhone 12

Ready to buy your iPhone 12? If you are updating from another iPhone, find out if you are eligible for a lower price update. Apple also offers an iPhone subscription that allows you to update every year, called the Apple Update Program for iPhone, which may be a good option for you.

Once you’ve upgraded, you can sell your old iPhone for cash.

IPhone 12 design: the notch always there

Most Apple users have probably gotten used to the habituation notch by now, but there is a real demand for evolution in this field. Has Apple finally found a way to get rid of the notch? If the leaks speak of an innovative system for moving Face ID sensors to a miniature periscope module, the technology – if it is really in development – shouldn’t pay off anytime soon.

So we’ll find the same notch on the latest iPhone, but it’s rumored to be smaller on the iPhone 12. That would be a good idea. As for the rear of the smartphone, we should find the new square photo sensor container introduced with the iPhone 11, 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max.

iPhone 12: a more compact version in the boxes

There are still many people nostalgic for the days when the iPhone was only 4 inches in diagonal. Because not everyone is necessarily comfortable with giant smartphones, Apple is increasingly honoring the more compact models. So after iPhone SE 2020, the Cupertino-based company will launch a smaller-than-usual iPhone 12 this year.

His height is 5.4 inches . As noted above, Apple will release 4 variations of the iPhone 12, which are more precisely the following:

• iPhone 12 (5.4 ″)
• iPhone 12 Max (6.1 ″)
• iPhone 12 Pro (6.1 ″)
• iPhone 12 Pro Max (6.7 ″)

As you can see, we have two basic models with sizes of 5.4 and 6.1 inches and two high-end versions of 6.1 and 6.7 inches respectively.

iPhone 12: OLED and 5G for everyone

Several months have passed since a report by renowned analyst Ming Chi-Kuo suggested that all 2020 iPhones will switch to OLED. The basic version was normally kept on the simple LCD screen as was the case last year and in 2018 with the iPhone 11 and iPhone XR respectively.

This year we will be entitled to an OLED slab in the 4 announced variants . Apple will also catch up with the competition in terms of refresh rate. The iPhone 12 will indeed have a 120 Hz screen, as confirmed by the handling of a working prototype.

All 2020 iPhones will also have 5G. Held back by Intel’s difficulties in producing a 5G modem on time, Apple was forced to strike a deal with Qualcomm after several months of disputes between the two companies. As a result, Qualcomm will supply the 5G chips for the iPhone 12 and all of them will be entitled to support for the new network.

Still no USB-C port

The iPhone 12 will not be the model that signs the transition to USB-C. The rumor has been around for a long time and every year, it is always the same result. The same in 2020 since we stayed in a Lightning port for all models this year . Therefore, Apple is holding on to its proprietary connector, regardless of pressure from the EU, which is pushing manufacturers to adopt a standard format to facilitate the use of universal chargers. According to rumors that surfaced a few weeks ago, the iPhone 12 would be the last iPhone to carry an Illumination port.

No charger or headphones in the box?

It’s a rumor that sounds crazy at first glance, but it always tends to come back. We learned first that the smartphone would come without EarPods , the wired headphones that come with the iPhone every year. This would be a first for Apple and it is quite surprising. The company would even be willing to go further. Last time I checked, there are no headphones or chargers in the iPhone 12 box. What argument would support this radical choice?

There are two reasons. Apple would support this decision with green goodwill. In fact, most iPhone users have models already released in previous years and since Apple ships them with the same accessories, it would have decided to remove the headphones and charger from the box to allow those who wish to buy them separately.

The company finds that most buyers already have a pair of wired headphones, or even AirPods, but also a charger. At the same time, this choice would allow limiting the increase in the price of the iPhone 12 or even maintaining the same prices as last year. It should be noted, however, that in Europe, binding regulations must oblige Apple to include the accessories in question in the box.

A 20W fast charger

Last year, the iPhone 11 finally got a fast 18W charger. But you had to buy it separately (60 euros) to qualify for the fast charger. Almost enough to admit that taking the charger out of the box would be a lesser evil as it would be almost the same as the current situation. This year, Apple would not offer an 18W charger, but a faster 20W one .

And since we are talking about the battery, Apple would have died to offer a cheaper version on the iPhone 12. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the high cost of 5G would force the company to negotiate a lower price for the others. components. The battery would then cost 50% less than the iPhone 11 thanks to a simpler and smaller design with fewer layers. However, these changes should not have a noticeable impact on the user experience.

Apple A14: a 5nm burned socket, up to 6GB of RAM

Every year, Apple pushes the performance limits of its chips a little further. We will be moving to the A14 SoC soon. While all current competitive high-end processors are at the 7nm level, the Cupertino company will go even further by moving to 5nm using TSMC’s FinFET EUV process, which will improve both the performance and power efficiency of the chip compared to the A13.

According to the information revealed by the leaker @komiya_kj on Twitter, the SoC of the iPhone 12 would be 40% more powerful than its predecessor and up to 50% more powerful on the GPU side. The processor would be “as powerful as a low-power 6-core Intel CPU,” according to our colleagues at WWFtech. Finally, Apple would integrate more than 4GB of RAM into an iPhone for the first time. There is talk of 6 GB of RAM for the iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max against 4 GB for the standard models.