Apple iPhone 12 Pro

The Apple iPhone 12 Pro, announced on October 13, 2020, and released on October 23, 2020, is Apple’s premium flagship from the 2020 lineup, introducing the LiDAR scanner for enhanced AR and low-light autofocus, a stainless steel frame for a luxurious feel, and pro-level triple-camera capabilities with advanced video features like Dolby Vision HDR at 60fps. It builds on the redesigned flat-edge aesthetic of the iPhone 12 series while adding pro-grade photography and performance tools.

Key Highlights

• Display: A premium 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR OLED with 1170 x 2532 resolution (~460 ppi), HDR10, Dolby Vision, True Tone, wide color (P3), and high brightness (800 nits HBM, up to 1200 nits peak for HDR). It delivers outstanding contrast (infinite nominal), deep blacks, vibrant colors, and an immersive ~86% screen-to-body ratio—protected by Apple’s tough Ceramic Shield glass for superior drop resistance.
• Design & Build: Glass front and back with a surgical-grade stainless steel frame, available in elegant colors: Silver, Graphite, Gold, and Pacific Blue. Compact dimensions of 146.7 x 71.5 x 7.4 mm and 189 g weight offer a premium, balanced feel. Features excellent IP68 dust/water resistance (up to 6m for 30 minutes) and Apple Pay support.
• Performance: Powered by the Apple A14 Bionic (5 nm) chipset with a hexa-core CPU (2x Firestorm at 3.1 GHz + 4x Icestorm at 1.8 GHz) and 4-core GPU. With upgraded 6GB RAM and NVMe storage (128GB, 256GB, or 512GB; no card slot), it provides exceptional speed and efficiency in 2026—smooth multitasking, high-end gaming, 4K editing, AR experiences, and future-proof app handling. Benchmarks like AnTuTu ~596k reflect its continued strength.
• Camera System: Triple rear cameras: 12 MP wide (f/1.6, 26mm, larger sensor, dual pixel PDAF, OIS), 12 MP telephoto (f/2.0, 52mm, 2x optical zoom, OIS), and 12 MP ultrawide (f/2.4, 120° FOV), plus a TOF 3D LiDAR scanner for precise depth mapping, faster autofocus in low light, and immersive AR. Features Night mode, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 3, advanced Portrait mode, Dual-LED flash, and pro video like 10-bit HDR, Dolby Vision up to 60fps, and 4K at 60fps with stereo sound. The front 12 MP TrueDepth camera supports 4K selfies/video, Portrait mode with bokeh/Depth Control, Animoji/Memoji, and Face ID.
• Battery & Charging: 2815 mAh Li-Ion battery offers reliable all-day performance (A14 efficiency shines here). Supports fast wired charging (PD 2.0, 50% in 30 min), 15W MagSafe wireless charging (with magnetic alignment), and Qi wireless (up to 7.5W standard, or Qi2 15W with iOS 17.4+ update).
• Other Features: Stereo speakers (very good audio quality), no 3.5mm jack, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, Ultra Wideband (UWB) for precise tracking (e.g., AirTags), full sensors including Face ID, Lightning port (USB 2.0). 5G connectivity (sub-6 GHz and mmWave in select models) for fast downloads. No FM radio.
• Status in February 2026: Fully supported and running the latest iOS 26.3 (released February 11, 2026, with bug fixes, security patches, and features like improved Android data transfer options). Apple provides long-term support for the iPhone 12 series (typically 6–7+ years from launch), with ongoing security updates likely into 2027 or later. Discontinued by Apple, it’s widely available refurbished or used at competitive prices (typically $200–$350 USD / €220–€300 / £180–£250 depending on storage, condition, battery health, and region), offering pro features, LiDAR advantages, premium build, and excellent longevity—great value for photography enthusiasts, AR users, or those wanting a compact flagship experience.