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iPhone 12 facts for kids
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iPhone 12 in Blue
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| Brand | Apple Inc. |
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| Manufacturer | Foxconn |
| Slogan | Blast past fast. |
| Generation | 14th |
| First released | 12: October 23, 2020 12 Mini: November 13, 2020 |
| Model before | iPhone 11 |
| Related | iPhone 12 Pro iPhone 12 Pro Max |
| Type | Smartphone |
| Form factor | Slate |
| Size | 146.7 mm (5.78 in) H 71.5 mm (2.81 in) W 7.44 mm (0.293 in) D Mini: 131.5 mm (5.18 in) H 64.2 mm (2.53 in) W 7.44 mm (0.293 in) D |
| Weight | 162 g (5.7 oz) Mini: 133 g (4.7 oz) |
| Operating system | Original: iOS 14 |
| System on chip | A14 Bionic |
| Storage | 64, 128, 256 GB |
| Sound | Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos |
| Connectivity | Wi‑Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Other | FaceTime audio- or video-calling, IP68 IEC standard 60529 (splash, water, and dust resistant), USB-C to Lightning |
The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini are smartphones made by Apple Inc.. They are part of the fourteenth generation of iPhones. These phones came after the iPhone 11.
Apple showed off the iPhone 12 and 12 Mini on October 13, 2020. This happened at an Apple Special Event in Cupertino, California. They were revealed along with the more advanced iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max.
You could start ordering the iPhone 12 on October 16, 2020. It began shipping on October 23, 2020. The iPhone 12 Mini was available for pre-order starting November 6, 2020. It started shipping on November 13, 2020. The iPhone 12 Mini began at $699 USD, and the iPhone 12 started at $799 USD.
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What the iPhone 12 Looks Like
The iPhone 12 and 12 Mini have flat sides. This design was also used on older iPhones like the iPhone 4 and iPhone 5S. However, they still have curved edges on the screen and back. This is a big change in design since the iPhone X. The new look is similar to newer iPad Pros and the 4th-generation iPad Air.
The "notch" at the top of the screen, where the camera is, stayed the same size. The front and back of the phone are made with a special strong glass called Ceramic Shield. Apple says this makes the phone much tougher.
The iPhone 12 and 12 Mini come in five cool colors:
- Black
- White
- Product Red
- Green
- Blue
iPhone 12 Features
Inside the Phone: Hardware
Both the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini use Apple's powerful A14 Bionic processor. This chip has six cores and a special "neural engine" for smart tasks. You can choose from three storage sizes: 64 GB, 128 GB, or 256 GB.
The phones are also very durable. They have an IP68 rating, meaning they are resistant to water and dust. They can even be in water up to six meters deep for 30 minutes. But remember, the warranty usually doesn't cover water damage.
The iPhone 12 and 12 Mini were the first iPhones to not come with EarPods (headphones) or a wall charger. Apple did this to help the environment by reducing carbon emissions. Instead, they include a USB-C to Lightning Cable. You can charge these phones using a regular Lightning cable, Qi wireless charging, or the new MagSafe wireless charging. MagSafe charging can be up to 15 watts and charges quickly. You can buy the MagSafe Charger and other accessories separately.
These iPhones are also the first to support 5G internet. This means they can download things super fast, up to 4 Gigabits per second (Gbps). They can also upload quickly, up to 200 Megabits per second (Mbps). However, only phones sold in the U.S. have the fastest 5G technology called mmWave. Phones sold in other countries use a slightly slower 5G called sub-6GHz.
Screen Quality
The iPhone 12 Mini has a 5.4-inch screen. It's smaller than older 4.7-inch iPhones. The iPhone 12 has a larger 6.1-inch screen. Both phones use amazing Super Retina XDR OLED technology.
- The iPhone 12 screen has a resolution of 2532×1170 pixels. It has about 460 pixels per inch (ppi).
- The iPhone 12 Mini screen has a resolution of 2340×1080 pixels. It has about 476 pixels per inch (ppi).
Both screens are very bright, reaching 1200 nits. This is the same brightness as the iPhone 12 Pro. As mentioned, both phones use the tough Ceramic Shield glass. Apple says this glass makes them "4 times better" at surviving drops.
Camera System
Both iPhone 12 models have two cameras on the back, each 12 megapixels.
- One is a wide camera with a special lens that lets in 27% more light than the iPhone 11.
- The other is an ultra-wide camera, great for taking pictures of big scenes.
The front-facing camera, called TrueDepth, is also 12 megapixels. All three cameras can use Night Mode. This helps you take clear photos and videos in low-light conditions. The Smart HDR feature, which makes photos look better, has also been improved.
Phone Software
Both the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini run on iOS 14. This is the operating system that controls how the phone works.
Images for kids
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Rear camera module of the iPhone 12
See also
In Spanish: IPhone 12 para niños