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Apple iPhone 12

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Apple iPhone 12
Apple iPhone 12 (iPhone Series)
Processor
Apple A14 Bionic 6 x 1.8 - 3.1 GHz, Firestorm / Icestorm
Graphics adapter
Memory
4 GB 
Display
6.10 inch 19:9, 2532 x 1170 pixel 457 PPI, capacitive touchscreen, OLED, True Tone, glossy: yes, HDR, 60 Hz
Storage
64 GB SSD, 64 GB 
, 57 GB free
Connections
Audio Connections: audio via lightning port, NFC, Brightness Sensor, Sensors: acceleration sensor, gyroscope, proximity sensor, compass, barometer
Networking
802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.0, 2G, 3G, 4G (1/2/​3/​4/​5/​7/​8/​12/13/​17/​18/​19/​20/​25/​26/​28/​30/​32/​34/​38/​39/​40/​41/​42/​46/​48/​66), 5G (1/​2/​3/​5/​7/​8/​12/​20/​25/​28/​38/​40/​41/​66/77/78/79), Dual SIM, LTE, 5G, GPS
Size
height x width x depth (in mm): 7.4 x 146.7 x 71.5 ( = 0.29 x 5.78 x 2.81 in)
Battery
2815 mAh Lithium-Ion, charging: 20W, 15W (MagSafe), 7.5W (Qi)
Charging
wireless charging, fast charging / Quickcharge
Operating System
Apple iOS 14
Camera
Primary Camera: 12 MPix f/​1.6, phase comparison-AF (Dual-pixel), OIS, dual LED-flash, videos @2160p/​60fps (camera 1); 12.0MP, f/​2.4, wide angle lens (camera 2)
Secondary Camera: 12 MPix f/​2.2, videos @2160p/​60fps
Additional features
Speakers: stereo speakers, Keyboard: virtual keyboard, Lightning to USB-C cable, SIM needle, 12 Months Warranty, eSIM, IP68-certified, SAR: 1.19 W/kg (head), 1.17 W/kg (body), fanless, waterproof
Weight
162 g ( = 5.71 oz / 0.36 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds)
Price
876 Euro

 

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Average Score: 86.62% - good
Average of 99 scores (from 160 reviews)
price: 75%, performance: 92%, features: 85%, display: 93% mobility: 82%, workmanship: 89%, ergonomy: 88%, emissions: 95%

Reviews for the Apple iPhone 12

88.2% Apple iPhone 12 Smartphone Review - Apple phone with 5G | Notebookcheck
The iPhone 12 is more angular than its predecessor and finally features 5G and an OLDED display. It is a lot lighter and slimmer than last year's model. Find out whether Apple has once again landed a big hit in our review.
iPhone 12 vs iPhone 13 Review: Full Comparison and Key Differences
Source: Awaqua English
Comparing two generations of smartphones iPhone 12 and iPhone 13, I had both positive emotions from the new generation and neutral ones. Frankly speaking, I did not find a big and significant difference between the two versions of devices in the iPhone line. Therefore, from my point of view, I see no reason to switch to a new generation of smartphones. For example, the appearance, with the exception of the reduced bangs and the location of the camera sensors, remained absolutely the same. But some interesting colors have been added, such as blue and pink on the new generation iPhone 13. I can also highlight the increased capacity of the built-in battery by 15%. But the rest of the features remained almost the same. Yes, perhaps the manufacturer will talk about better performance, but in fact, even the performance of the iPhone 12 will be enough for most tasks for a few more years, that’s for sure. The same applies to cameras, as you could see from the examples of the pictures, I did not reveal a strong difference between the two versions of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 13 smartphones.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/14/2021
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
I’m of two minds about the iPhone 12. There’s no question this is a great phone overall, and many of the changes Apple has made to its most popular iPhone are for the better. The new Super Retina XDR panel is a phenomenal improvement over the disappointing LCD panels in previous models at this price, even if it lacks a high refresh rate. And the fresh new design, MagSafe system and excellent dual-camera system all earn the iPhone 12 high marks. Some may want to wait for the iPhone 13 this fall. The new iPhone promises even faster performance, better cameras, Touch ID in the display, a smaller notch and 120Hz displays (at least on the Pro models). But nine months after its arrival, the iPhone 12 is still very much worth buying.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 09/08/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple iPhone 12 review: excellent in almost every way
Source: T3 English
The iPhone 12 is the iPhone most people should get right now – it gives you a stunning new design, a fantastic new screen compared to the iPhone 11, excellent cameras with a few new tricks, plus 5G and the world's fastest phone processor for future-proofing. The cost is the only real stumbling block – at full price, it has stepped just over the line where we can safely say it represents unquestionably great value. It's wandered back into flagship price territory, really, but it doesn't offer the triple-lens camera system we'd expect at that level, or the extra storage. However, with the 20% or so discounts we're seeing, it comes back to the upper-mid-range level that it's more comfortable at, and our few objections definitely soften. As a phone, I love it – it's so slick, it's beautiful, and everything works so damn well.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/01/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Techradar English
It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 12 as just 'more of the same', especially when you consider the new and compact iPhone 12 mini is also an option. However, 5G networks are rapidly rolling out across the globe, and the MagSafe addition could prove groundbreaking – these things, combined with an improved design and screen, mean the iPhone 12 will become more useful the longer you own it. It’s more expensive than last year’s iPhone 11, and it doesn’t come with a charger in the box; yes, there are environmental benefits to this, but you may need to factor buying a new charger into the cost of your new iPhone on top of the higher price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/27/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple iPhone 12 Display review: Familiar in its user friendliness
Source: DxOMark English
When it comes to Display, the Apple iPhone 12 demonstrates some of the same flaws as its brand siblings, as well as many of their strengths. The main drawback to the device is a lack of brightness, especially in outdoor use cases. Whether you like it or not, its yellow cast is a typical iPhone display characteristic at this point. The overall score could have been higher with a better mark for smoothness. The iPhone 12 provides a pleasant experience when viewing HDR10 video content. The light and color transitions are very smooth. Overall, the device continues the Apple tradition of providing a satisfying user experience.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 08/20/2021
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
I’m of two minds about the iPhone 12. There’s no question this is a great phone overall, and many of the changes Apple has made to its most popular iPhone are for the better. The new Super Retina XDR panel is a phenomenal improvement over the disappointing LCD panels in previous models at this price, even if it lacks a high refresh rate. And the fresh new design, MagSafe system and excellent dual-camera system all earn the iPhone 12 high marks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 08/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple iPhone 12 review: excellent in almost every way
Source: T3 English
The iPhone 12 is the iPhone most people should get right now – it gives you a stunning new design, a fantastic new screen compared to the iPhone 11, excellent cameras with a few new tricks, plus 5G and the world's fastest phone processor for future-proofing. The cost is the only real stumbling block – at full price, it has stepped just over the line where we can safely say it represents unquestionably great value. It's wandered back into flagship price territory, really, but it doesn't offer the triple-lens camera system we'd expect at that level, or the extra storage. However, with the 20% or so discounts we're seeing, it comes back to the upper-mid-range level that it's more comfortable at, and our few objections definitely soften. As a phone, I love it – it's so slick, it's beautiful, and everything works so damn well.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/21/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
I’m of two minds about the iPhone 12. There’s no question this is a great phone overall, and many of the changes Apple has made to its most popular iPhone are for the better. The new Super Retina XDR panel is a phenomenal improvement over the disappointing LCD panels in previous models at this price, even if it lacks a high refresh rate. And the fresh new design, MagSafe system and excellent dual-camera system all earn the iPhone 12 high marks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 07/15/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
I’m of two minds about the iPhone 12. There’s no question this is a great phone overall, and many of the changes Apple has made to its most popular iPhone are for the better. The new Super Retina XDR panel is a phenomenal improvement over the disappointing LCD panels in previous models at this price, even if it lacks a high refresh rate. And the fresh new design, MagSafe system and excellent dual-camera system all earn the iPhone 12 high marks. But Apple’s resistance to change in key areas is still disappointing. Practically every major phone maker has stopped being stingy with base storage. The fact the iPhone 12 still only starts with 64GB is borderline criminal. Equally frustrating, Apple has stopped including a charger, although Samsung does the same thing with the Galaxy S21. Some may want to wait for the iPhone 13 this fall. The new iPhone promises even faster performance, better cameras,
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/29/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple iPhone 12 mini Battery review: In the lead for discharge efficiency
Source: DxOMark English
The Apple iPhone 12 mini is a very well-designed smartphone, with very effective software optimization that makes its battery the current leader in discharge efficiency across our entire database to date. That said, its very small battery does translate into significantly shorter autonomy than nearly all other devices tested thus far.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 06/28/2021
90% Apple iPhone 12 Review
Source: Phone Arena English
Apple’s latest iPhone launch introduced a quartet of new models — the iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Each of them has its own selling point and the iPhone 12 happens to be the most balanced choice. Not too big, not too small, not too expensive, and not too feature-rich. You get the new design, 5 colors to pick from, and full compatibility with the new MagSafe accessories. There’s very little distinguishing between the iPhone 12 from the iPhone 12 Pro and most people will be just fine with the regular model. The iPhone 12 strikes all the right notes — great display, great hardware, pretty colors, standard-setting camera, fast Face ID. In fact, it’s kind of hard to recommend to spend the extra $200 for the iPhone 12 Pro. The regular 12 just covers everything you might need, minus the 2x telephoto lens. And that’s it…
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/28/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple iPhone 12 review: The best iPhone for most people
Source: Expert Reviews English
The iPhone 12 is more than just a collection of benchmark numbers, however – more than the sum of its parts. It represents the accumulation of 13 years of development and it definitely shows.This is a very, very good phone. It may not be the pinnacle of what Apple offers – but it is better than the iPhone 11 and hits the sweet spot of size to features to value for iPhone fans. I expect it will be the most popular phone Apple sells this year and into next. However, for smartphone agnostics looking for the best all-rounder, there are many more alternatives. None have the incredible video capture quality of the iPhone 12 and its siblings, but our favourite mid-range Android phones – the Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5 and OnePlus 8T – can compete on stills photography, features and design and come in at prices that undercut the iPhone 12 significantly.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/23/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Techradar English
It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 12 as just 'more of the same', especially when you consider the new and compact iPhone 12 mini is also an option. However, 5G networks are rapidly rolling out across the globe, and the MagSafe addition could prove groundbreaking – these things, combined with an improved design and screen, mean the iPhone 12 will become more useful the longer you own it. It’s more expensive than last year’s iPhone 11, and it doesn’t come with a charger in the box; yes, there are environmental benefits to this, but you may need to factor buying a new charger into the cost of your new iPhone on top of the higher price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 06/07/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple iPhone 12 Selfie review
Source: DxOMark English
The iPhone 12 is Apple’s mainstream offering, located below the iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max in the company’s smartphone lineup. It comes with a dual camera on the back, a 6.1-inch Super Retina XDR display, and the same A14 processor used in all iPhone 12 series models. The iPhone 12 generation not only shares the same processor, the front camera setup for selfie shooting is identical across the entire line as well, featuring a 12 MP main sensor accompanied by a SL 3D sensor for depth estimation. Front camera video can be recorded at 4K resolution up to 60 frames per second.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 06/04/2021
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
I’m of two minds about the iPhone 12. There’s no question this is a great phone overall, and many of the changes Apple has made to its most popular iPhone are for the better. The new Super Retina XDR panel is a phenomenal improvement over the disappointing LCD panels in previous models at this price, even if it lacks a high refresh rate. And the fresh new design, MagSafe system and excellent dual-camera system all earn the iPhone 12 high marks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 05/31/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Should you still buy an iPhone 12 now or wait for the iPhone 13?
Source: CNet English
As the saying goes, money talks. If you can find a significant deal on the iPhone 12, it may be enough to ease your indecision. Perhaps you're planning to switch carriers. If so, the wireless provider you'd like to move to may offer trade-in specials. It could offset a lot of the cost of a new phone. Also consider holding out until the iPhone 13 is announced. Then, prices for the iPhone 12 will certainly plummet. Depending on what the iPhone 13 turns out to be, getting a heavily discounted iPhone 12 may be a better option.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/28/2021
iPhone 12 might be good enough. How to know if you really need the Pro or Pro Max model
Source: CNet English
The iPhone 12 and 12 Pro are among the highest-rated phones CNET has ever reviewed. With features including 5G, a super-fast and powerful processor and fantastic rear cameras, the iPhone 12 line will likely be a top choice for anyone in need of a phone. But Apple released four iPhone 12 variants, including the iPhone 12 Pro Max and a whole new model called the iPhone 12 Mini. The company is splitting these devices into two distinct categories: the regular iPhone 12 line and the Pro models, aimed at people who love photography and have more money to spend. (One difference between the two? Only the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini come in Apple's new purple hue.)
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/15/2021
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
I’m of two minds about the iPhone 12. There’s no question this is a great phone overall, and many of the changes Apple has made to its most popular iPhone are for the better. The new Super Retina XDR panel is a phenomenal improvement over the disappointing LCD panels in previous models at this price, even if it lacks a high refresh rate. And the fresh new design, MagSafe system and excellent dual-camera system all earn the iPhone 12 high marks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 05/03/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple iPhone 12 review: The best iPhone for most people
Source: Expert Reviews English
The iPhone 12 is more than just a collection of benchmark numbers, however – more than the sum of its parts. It represents the accumulation of 13 years of development and it definitely shows. This is a very, very good phone. It may not be the pinnacle of what Apple offers – but it is better than the iPhone 11 and hits the sweet spot of size to features to value for iPhone fans. I expect it will be the most popular phone Apple sells this year and into next. However, for smartphone agnostics looking for the best all-rounder, there are many more alternatives. None have the incredible video capture quality of the iPhone 12 and its siblings, but our favourite mid-range Android phones – the Pixel 4a 5G, Pixel 5 and OnePlus 8T – can compete on stills photography, features and design and come in at prices that undercut the iPhone 12 significantly.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/30/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
iPhone 12 in purple hands-on: Should you buy it or wait for iPhone 13?
Source: CNet English
If you know you'll want the latest and the newest and you can wait six months, you probably already know your decision. And if you love all things purple, what are you waiting for? But let's be real for a moment. No matter which phone you get or which color it is, most people will likely take this purple beauty and put it in a case.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 04/28/2021
Purple iPhone 12 hands-on: Wait for the iPhone 13, or buy a new phone now?
Source: CNet English
Apple released a new color for the iPhone 12 and 12 Mini, and it's purple. It goes on sale Friday, but I got my hands on an iPhone 12 with 256GB of storage in purple. And I can indeed confirm, it's purple. But the timing of the new color is six months after Apple launched the iPhone 12 series and about six months away from the rumored iPhone 13. So should you buy one or wait? I promise to explain.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 04/28/2021
90% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tech Advisor English
The combination of an updated design, the Super Retina XDR OLED display, improvements to the camera and great performance, the iPhone 12 is the iPhone that most people should buy.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/23/2021
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Techradar English
It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 12 as just 'more of the same', especially when you consider the new and compact iPhone 12 mini is also an option. However, 5G networks are rapidly rolling out across the globe, and the MagSafe addition could prove groundbreaking – these things, combined with an improved design and screen, mean the iPhone 12 will become more useful the longer you own it. It’s more expensive than last year’s iPhone 11, and it doesn’t come with a charger in the box; yes, there are environmental benefits to this, but you may need to factor buying a new charger into the cost of your new iPhone on top of the higher price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/09/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple iPhone 12 review: excellent in almost every way
Source: T3 English
The iPhone 12 is the ideal iPhone for most people, thanks to class-leading screen quality, high-quality cameras and great future-proofing (including 5G). But these features come at slightly high price compared to competitors.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/06/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/01/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
I’m of two minds about the iPhone 12. There’s no question this is a great phone overall, and many of the changes Apple has made to its most popular iPhone are for the better. The new Super Retina XDR panel is a phenomenal improvement over the disappointing LCD panels in previous models at this price, even if it lacks a high refresh rate. And the fresh new design, MagSafe system and excellent dual-camera system all earn the iPhone 12 high marks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 03/01/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple iPhone 12
Source: Gadgetspeak English
Having recently looked at one of the previous models in the range 23-9-20, I now get my chance to test the latest version from Apple. Out of the box it seems to me to be rather chunky compared to other phones, this of course may help it to survive the odd drop, while the corners are shaved off the sides are a perfect sandwich shape. This is not the Max or the Mini it’s the iPhone 12.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 02/24/2021
Rating: Total score: 80% price: 60% performance: 80% workmanship: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/17/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple iPhone 12 long-term review
Source: GSM Arena English
As a long-time iPhone user, this reviewer, for the first time, doesn't feel he overpaid for features he won't use - be it the LiDAR, a zoom camera, or a large screen. The iPhone 12 strikes the perfect balance between size, features and price, and that's why we like it so much. And if you are still on the fence about getting one, we do hope this article will help you in your decision.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/11/2021
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Techradar English
It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 12 as just 'more of the same', especially when you consider the new and compact iPhone 12 mini is also an option. However, 5G networks are rapidly rolling out across the globe, and the MagSafe addition could prove groundbreaking – these things, combined with an improved design and screen, mean the iPhone 12 will become more useful the longer you own it. It’s more expensive than last year’s iPhone 11, and it doesn’t come with a charger in the box; yes, there are environmental benefits to this, but you may need to factor buying a new charger into the cost of your new iPhone on top of the higher price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 02/10/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
92% iPhone 12 review: One of our highest-rated phones of all time
Source: CNet English
There is one big difference with the iPhone 12 generation, though. It's the first time there are four new iPhones at once: the iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max. If you want to go small and reap the benefits of a lower price there's the Mini. If you want the biggest iPhone with the newest in iPhone cameras, get the Pro Max. But that leaves the 12 and 12 Pro which are similar (like basically-the-same-phone similar). That's not necessarily a bad thing.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/06/2021
Rating: Total score: 92%
80% Apple iPhone 12 review: Cutting edge nostalgia
Source: It Pro English
There's a lot to like here, but the iPhone 12 is a bit of a mixed bag and for all its best features, there are a few underwhelming elements, such as the poor battery life and that god-awful notch. It's amazing that the world's most iconic smartphone still sports a long bar across the top of its display. It isn't surprising though; Apple does things when it's good and ready, not as we demand it.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 02/05/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Techradar English
It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 12 as just 'more of the same', especially when you consider the new and compact iPhone 12 mini is also an option. However, 5G networks are rapidly rolling out across the globe, and the MagSafe addition could prove groundbreaking – these things, combined with an improved design and screen, mean the iPhone 12 will become more useful the longer you own it. It’s more expensive than last year’s iPhone 11, and it doesn’t come with a charger in the box; yes, there are environmental benefits to this, but you may need to factor buying a new charger into the cost of your new iPhone on top of the higher price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/28/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/28/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Apple iPhone 12 review: excellent in almost every way
Source: T3 English
The iPhone 12 is the ideal iPhone for most people, thanks to class-leading screen quality, high-quality cameras and great future-proofing (including 5G). But these features come at slightly high price compared to competitors.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/25/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
86% [Long term Review] iPhone 12: No longer the “lesser” iPhone
Source: Tech PP English
In the recent past, iPhones with numbers but without a suffix (pro/plus) have been considered to be the lesser of the series, and come with compromises. The iPhone 12 breaks this trend by sporting an excellent display, very good cameras, and delivering a no-compromise performance. Yes, it is not super affordable, but it is perhaps the best value-for-money new iPhone out there and better than anything Android has to offer at that price point.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/21/2021
Rating: Total score: 86% price: 80% performance: 90% workmanship: 90%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English
The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 01/04/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
92% iPhone 12 review: One of our highest-rated phones of all time
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 and 12 Pro are here and mark the beginning of a new generation of iPhone. Support for 5G, a new hardware design and camera improvements are a significant step away from the iPhone X generation of devices. This is nothing new. Apple did something similar in 2010 with the iPhone 4 and in 2014 when it released the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/26/2020
Rating: Total score: 92%
iPhone 12 Review
Source: Yugatech English Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/15/2020
100% Apple iPhone 12 review
Source: What Hi-Fi English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 is another model we can add to a successful line of smartphones from Apple. The addition of that excellent OLED display has elevated picture performance to another level and helps justify the slight price hike over its predecessor. Sound quality is as good as it’s ever been, too. All these positives combined make for a highly tempting and typically Apple package.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/14/2020
Rating: Total score: 100% display: 100%
90% iPhone 12 Review
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 is a solid, competent phone but it is also very expensive. Along with the iPhone 12 mini, it's clearly positioned as a premium option, with its slick new body, excellent high-resolution OLED screen, and flexible cameras. The choice between the two siblings will come down to personal preference in terms of handling and screen size, but you should also consider the difference in battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/04/2020
Rating: Total score: 90% price: 80% performance: 90% display: 100% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
iPhone 12 doesn't have a 120Hz display after all: One potential reason why
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 is finally available, and we now know everything about the new phone's price, specs and 5G capabilities. Before it was unveiled at an Apple event in October, we saw speculation around whether the iPhone 12 (and the iPhone 12 Pro, Pro Max and Mini models) would have a 120Hz screen refresh rate -- double that of the iPhone 11. But as it turns out, that's not the case: The iPhone 12 variants all have a 60Hz screen refresh rate, matching the iPhone 11 display.
Single Review, online available, Very Short, Date: 12/03/2020
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% iPhone 12 Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 truly is a notable jump for Apple’s mainline phone and it now feels almost as Pro as the actual Pro model. For £799/$799, this is a seriously complete device.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/02/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
iPhone 12's missing features: 5 things that would have been pretty great
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
It's arguably a pretty niche feature that'll only appeal to the most dedicated of photographers (of which I count myself a proud member), so as with the telephoto lens, the more casual of shooters among you will likely never give its absence a second thought. There is a chance that Apple could bring the feature to phones beyond the Pro line, but it seems more likely that it'll reserve it as a more elite feature to help justify the upgrade cost.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/01/2020
The iPhone 12 & 12 Pro Review: New Design and Diminishing Returns
Source: AnandTech English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 mini and 12 Pro Max are still open for debate as we didn’t have a chance to review them yet. If you’re looking for a small phone, the 12 mini looks like a perfect device, while if you’re looking for a max-sized phone and don’t mind the larger price-tag, the 12 Pro Max also certainly going to be a good option, especially if the new camera module hardware pans out.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/30/2020
iPhone 12 specs you should care about: Battery, cameras, price, 5G and more
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
No, it's not like typing on a MacBook Air, but it's a big step up from the on-screen keyboard. It even has a small, finicky touchpad built in. Even better, when you fold the screen all the way down, as if closing the lid of a laptop, the keyboard fits perfectly inside, allowing you to carry it easily.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/30/2020
90% Apple iPhone 12 review: The iPhone that matters the most
Source: Gadgets Now English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 starts at Rs 79,990 (64GB variant) and for most people an expensive buy. It’s the iPhone that we expect most people to buy not just because the iPhone 12 Pro costs a good Rs 40,000 more because most might not see the benefit of spending that extra cash. The iPhone 12 is a phone that does everything consistently well. It has a lovely display, good cameras, blazing-fast performance and a battery life that won’t disappoint anyone. It has everything that Apple does really well: design, performance and overall experience of using a smartphone.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/28/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Apple iPhone 12 Camera review: Pro-level video, amateur zoom
Source: DxOMark English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 delivers solid photo performance and impressive video capabilities, especially for those who can take full advantage of the phone’s Dolby Vision HDR processing. In terms of pure imaging performance, there are a few competitors that offer similar or better output quality, sometimes at lower prices. However, users drawn to other parts of Apple’s value proposition or who are committed to iOS could find the iPhone 12 interesting. If zoom and portrait mode performance aren’t priorities for you, the iPhone 12 gives essentially all the bang of the iPhone 12 Pro for fewer bucks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/27/2020
Apple iPhone 12 Review
Source: Yugatech English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 will set you back PHP 49,990 for the 64GB variant on Apple’s authorized reseller. If you are coming from the iPhone Xs or Xr or an older generation of iPhone, the iPhone 12 is a pretty nice upgrade in all aspects. You’ll get a pretty powerful chipset, a stunning image quality from its new camera system, and a pretty ergonomic new design. However, if you own an iPhone 11, resist skipping to the iPhone 12 quickly. Even though it’s got all those flashy new features and design, I think it’s not worth the upgrade.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/24/2020
Apple iPhone 12 review: The ‘desirable’ one
Source: The Times of India English Archive.org version
But while all this is just fine for iPhone 12, the story gets worse for first time iPhone users. If iPhone 12 is your first-ever iPhone, you will have to pay more to get a charging brick since you just get a Type-C to Lightning cable inside the box, something that seems like a formality at this point. Even worse is those old iPhone users will have to stick with their old charging brick and lightning cable. To use the new cable you would have to buy a type-C adapter. You’re lucky if you already have one.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/20/2020
81% Apple iPhone 12 Review
Source: Think Digit English Archive.org version
This year, the iPhone 12 is where Apple's most substantial upgrade budget went to. It loses the "budget-iPhone" image, being upgraded to an OLED display, a fully tricked out camera system and practicaly every feature, hardware and software found on the more expensive iPhone 12 Pro. Our testing reveals that the iPhone 12 manages to once again take the lead in performance, while also delivering one of the best imaging experience. What you lose in comparison to the iPhone 12 Pro is a telephoto lens,the LiDAR sensor and the fact that you get 2GB RAM less. Despite all of that, the iPhone 12 manages be a great performer, being the most value for money iPhone for this year.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/16/2020
Rating: Total score: 81% price: 81% performance: 84% workmanship: 82%
Apple iPhone 12 second opinion review: It really does just work
Source: Android Authority English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 might not be a perfect phone, but it is a darn good one. For an entry price of $799 and no significant battery trade-offs like the iPhone 12 Mini, it’s also possibly the best for most buyers looking to pick one from Apple’s 2020 line-up.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/15/2020
Apple iPhone 12 review: Which one should I buy?
Source: Yahoo English Archive.org version
The 12 Pro Max, however, gets some interesting camera improvements over the standard Pro. A 47% larger image sensor on the Pro Max means the phone captures more light in both normal and low-light settings, making colors appear more vibrant and images look clearer.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/14/2020
92% iPhone 12 review: One of our highest-rated phones of all time
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 and 12 Pro are amazing phones, but we only have half the picture right now. There's also the iPhone 12 Mini (which I'm particularly excited about, given its size and price) and the iPhone 12 Pro Max, which maxes out the size of the phone's display and offers camera improvements that none of the other iPhones 12 have. But that's just what we know based on the specs. We'll have to wait until November to see how they work out in reality.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/14/2020
Rating: Total score: 92%
90% iPhone 12 review: Apple just made the ideal Google phone
Source: Android Central English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 combines a gorgeous design with the most powerful internal hardware you'll find on a phone today. You get a stunning OLED display, reliable cameras that shoot great photos in any lighting condition, IP68 water resistance, an innovative MagSafe wireless charging system, and five years of software updates.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/12/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Apple iPhone 12 Audio review: Subtle improvements to sound
Source: DxOMark English Archive.org version
Discreetly but surely, Apple improves the audio quality of its iPhone series. While no new earth-shattering audio technology is advertised, nearly every sub-score is higher than the previous generation’s — especially in recording, where the iPhone 12 performed consistently better than its predecessor. Apart from certain audio and user artifacts, the iPhone 12 is a solid performer across all our tested attributes and use cases, with a great timbre performance for both playback and recording, powerful dynamics, immersive and realistic spatial attributes, highly satisfying volume attributes, and natural background renderings.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/10/2020
100% homage to the iPhone 4
Source: The Indian Express English Archive.org version
Honestly, there are no alternatives to the iPhone 12 unless you want the iPhone 12 Mini, which has a smaller 5.4-inch screen size and a price tag of Rs 69,900. I personally love the iPhone 12 Mini but I wouldn’t buy it purely because it costs less than the iPhone 12. I have an affinity for small phones and I find them easier to use. That said, the iPhone 12 is NOT a big phone and there are enough reasons to buy Apple’s ‘most complete iPhone’ ever made.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/10/2020
Rating: Total score: 100%
90% iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini Review: The one to buy
Source: Mobile Syrup English Archive.org version
Overall, though, the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini offer photography and performance capabilities nearly identical to the iPhone 12 Pro series'. That said, the devices' low-light performance isn't quite as solid because the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini don't feature a LiDAR sensor.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/09/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Apple iPhone 12 Review - Yes, Buy it!
Source: Pocketnow English Archive.org version
This is the iPhone 12, what Apple Calls Blast Past Fast,.. Whatever that means,.. And yet what I'm gonna call the iPhone most people should buy, even if a couple of the reasons that made its predecessor so popular took a back seat.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/09/2020
iPhone 12 Unboxing and Hands-On
Source: Yugatech English Archive.org version
Hands-On, online available, Short, Date: 11/08/2020
92% iPhone 12 review: One of our highest-rated phones of all time
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 and 12 Pro are amazing phones, but we only have half the picture right now. There's also the iPhone 12 Mini (which I'm particularly excited about, given its size and price) and the iPhone 12 Pro Max, which maxes out the size of the phone's display and offers camera improvements that none of the other iPhones 12 have. But that's just what we know based on the specs. We'll have to wait until November to see how they work out in reality.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/08/2020
Rating: Total score: 92%
iPhone 12 Honest Review After 2 Weeks - Only 1 Issue..
Source: Max Tech English Archive.org version
After 2 weeks with Apple's new iPhone 12, I think I finally have my verdict on how much value it packs and who exactly should be upgrading.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/07/2020
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 12 as just 'more of the same', especially when you consider the new and compact iPhone 12 mini is on its way. However, 5G networks are rapidly rolling out across the globe, and the MagSafe addition could prove groundbreaking – these things, combined with an improved design and screen, mean the iPhone 12 will become more useful the longer you own it. However, it’s more expensive than last year’s iPhone 11, and it doesn’t come with a charger in the box; yes, there are environmental benefits to this, but you may need to factor buying a new charger into the cost of your new iPhone on top of the higher price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/05/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
85% Apple iPhone 12 review: Best premium smartphone for most people
Source: India Today English Archive.org version
I have no doubt that the iPhone 12 is a excellent phone. It does everything well. Then there is value that longevity brings. The iPhones are supported longer with software updates. Their performance doesn’t dip as alarmingly as an Android phone’s after a year or two. I do wish it had more storage. 64GB feels low in a Rs 79,900 phone. I also wish users wouldn’t have to spend extra on a separate charger. And I hope Apple improves the notification shade and centre in the iOS 15.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/05/2020
Rating: Total score: 85%
iPhone 12 First Impressions
Source: NDTV Gadgets English Archive.org version
You get the same Apple A14 Bionic SoC that the iPhone 12 Pro has, and also the same 6.1-inch 1170x2532-pixel OLED Super Retina XDR screen (but no 120Hz refresh rate), 12-megapixel front camera, IP68 rating, 17 hour claimed battery life, magnetic MagSafe wireless charging compatibility (though you'll need to buy Apple's own power adapter), and 5G (sub-6GHz) network support.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/05/2020
90% iPhone 12 review
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
Considering how close the iPhone 12 comes to the 12 Pro in the key areas (design, speed, camera performance) while costing £200/$170 less, we'd recommend this as the best choice for most iPhone buyers right now.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/05/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
iPhone 12/Pro Ultimate 0-100% Charger Test with MagSafe!
Source: Max Tech English Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/05/2020
iPhone 12 Review
Source: Recombu English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 is great, and a worthy upgrade if you’re hanging on to an older model or you simply must have the latest iPhone. It has a great screen, all-day battery and a design that puts pretty much everything else to shame.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/03/2020
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
100% Apple iPhone 12 review
Source: Stuff TV English Archive.org version
In fact, we’d go as far as to say that if you think you can live without the telephoto camera (and most people probably can), you should save yourself the £150-£200 (depending on which configuration you go for) and get the 12 ahead of the Pro. In so many ways it’s exactly the same phone, and is just as 5G-ready, though don’t let that be the reason you upgrade.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 100%
Should you get an iPhone 12?
Source: Yugatech English Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/01/2020
95% iPhone 12 review: The real flagship
Source: Neowin English Archive.org version
If you already own an iPhone XS or an iPhone 11, I won't recommend upgrading to the iPhone 12. However, for iPhone X and older owners, the iPhone 12 is definitely going to be a worthy upgrade. And if you are frustrated with all the Android flagships out there for some reason or another, the iPhone 12 is the one to go for.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/01/2020
Rating: Total score: 95%
Apple iPhone 12
Source: PC Mag English Archive.org version
My final verdict on the iPhone 12 boils down to two ideas: If you want better low-light camera capabilities, or you're frustrated with your Internet speeds in congested areas, the iPhone 12 is a distinct improvement over previous lower-cost iPhone models.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/31/2020
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Laptop Mag English Archive.org version
The iPhone 11 was an absolute slam dunk recommendation for the average user who was willing to spend more than $500 on a smartphone but didn’t want to crest that $1,000 mark. Both the existence of the iPhone 12 mini and a few small setbacks make it less easy to recommend the iPhone 12 this year, so I’m going to say it went from a dunk to a layup.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/31/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% iPhone 12 review: Non-Pro in name only
Source: Macworld.co.uk English Archive.org version
If you made it this far in my review, you already know that I’m very happy with the iPhone 12. For $799 or $829 (unlocked), there’s no greater value out there, and anyone who’s looking at the $699 Galaxy S20 FE or Google Pixel 5 should give the iPhone 12 a serious look first. And that’s without even talking about how good Face ID or the vast improvements of iOS 14.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/30/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tech Advisor English Archive.org version
The combination of an updated design, the Super Retina XDR OLED display, improvements to the camera and great performance, the iPhone 12 is the iPhone that most people should buy this year.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/30/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% Apple iPhone 12 review: excellent in almost every way
Source: T3 English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 is the ideal iPhone for most people, thanks to class-leading screen quality, high-quality cameras and great future-proofing (including 5G). But these features come at slightly high price compared to competitors.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/30/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
100% iPhone 12 review: Apple's best since the iPhone X
Source: The Guardian English Archive.org version
The camera is very good, too, but doesn’t push the envelope and doesn’t have any optical zoom. The phone is also £70 more than its predecessor on launch and still only comes with a base storage of 64GB, compared with 128GB for most competitors.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/29/2020
Rating: Total score: 100%
Apple iPhone 12 Review
Source: Mobile Tech Review English Archive.org version
Lisa Gade reviews the iPhone 12—it might not have “Pro” in the name, but it’s every bit a high end Apple phone. This year the non-Pro iPhone gets a 6.1” OLED Super Retina XDR display, an aluminum frame with ceramic glass over the display, 5G, dual rear 12MP cameras with night mode support on both, Face ID, the Apple A14 Bionic CPU with 4GB RAM, and your choice of 64, 128 or 256GB storage. It’s available on most carriers as well as unlocked, and comes in 5 colors. The 5.4” iPhone 12 Mini will arrive in November, for those who like this phone but want it smaller.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/29/2020
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Techradar English Archive.org version
It’s easy to dismiss the iPhone 12 as just 'more of the same', especially when you consider the new and compact iPhone 12 mini is on its way. However, 5G networks are rapidly rolling out across the globe, and the MagSafe addition could prove groundbreaking – these things, combined with an improved design and screen, mean the iPhone 12 will become more useful the longer you own it. However, it’s more expensive than last year’s iPhone 11, and it doesn’t come with a charger in the box; yes, there are environmental benefits to this, but you may need to factor buying a new charger into the cost of your new iPhone on top of the higher price.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/28/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
92% iPhone 12 review: One of our highest-rated phones of all time
Source: CNet English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 and 12 Pro are here and mark the beginning of a new generation of iPhone. Support for 5G, a new hardware design and camera improvements are a significant step away from the iPhone X generation of devices. This is nothing new. Apple did something similar in 2010 with the iPhone 4 and in 2014 when it released the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/28/2020
Rating: Total score: 92%
84% Apple iPhone 12 review
Source: GSM Arena English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 arrives along with the iPhone 12 Pro. Unless you reside in the US, where the two are priced quite closely, pretty much everywhere else, the iPhone 12 will be the smarter choice of the two. It will provide you with the same user experience while still letting you enjoy all of the Series' core features such as the new design, the high-res OLED screen with minimal bezels, the novel Ceramic Shield, the latest Apple A14 chip, the 5G connectivity, MagSafe, and Night Mode on the ultrawide and selfie snappers.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/28/2020
Rating: Total score: 84%
90% Apple iPhone 12 Review
Source: Phone Arena English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 strikes all the right notes — great display, great hardware, pretty colors, standard-setting camera, fast Face ID. In fact, it’s kind of hard to recommend to spend the extra $200 for the iPhone 12 Pro. The regular 12 just covers everything you might need, minus the 2x telephoto lens. And that’s it…
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/28/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
90% iPhone 12 Review
Source: Trusted Reviews English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 truly is a notable jump for Apple’s mainline phone and it now feels almost as Pro as the actual Pro model. For £799/$799, this is a seriously complete device.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/27/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
iPhone 12 is so good, there’s no real reason to go Pro [Review]
Source: Cult of Mac English Archive.org version
And the price difference isn’t small. You’ll pay either 25% or 37.5% more for a Pro than the standard model. Some people think that a more-expensive device is automatically better. To them, the iPhone 12 Pro Max is the most expensive version, so it must be the best. Not in this case. It’s just the biggest. The standard iPhone 12 is really the best.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/27/2020
90% Apple iPhone 12 and 12 Pro Review – Look beyond 5G
Source: Slashgear English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro are the more sensible half of Apple’s new smartphone range for 2020, and that’s as it should be. Nestling right at the heart of the mobile market, they replace the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro as the go-to choice for savvy shoppers, and this time around the list of differences between the two is even shorter. Somehow that makes deciding between them simultaneously easier and more difficult.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/27/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
83% Geek Review: iPhone 12
Source: Geek Culture English Archive.org version
Hardened glass, snappier processor with cameras that are a step up from the previous models, the iPhone 12 is a great phone to consider if you would like to up your smartphone videography and photography game. It’s especially great for those who wish to upgrade from older iPhone models, such as the iPhone X series.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/26/2020
Rating: Total score: 83% price: 80% performance: 80% workmanship: 85%
90% Apple iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro review: A tale of two iPhones
Source: Hardware Zone English Archive.org version
Prices of flagship phones are pretty nuts these days but such is the world we live in. But the way to think about it is that for a device that is such a huge part of our lives, it makes sense to get the best you can afford and then use it for as long as you can. Yup, these are great phones and I think owners will be very happy with their purchases.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/24/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
80% iPhone 12 review
Source: Tom's Guide English Archive.org version
The iPhone 12 sports a gorgeous new design, full 5G support, great cameras and even better performance. However, the lack of a charger in box and limited base storage are drawbacks.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
Apple’s iPhone 12 is all about the cameras — iPhone 12 review
Source: Yahoo English Archive.org version
Apple wisely chose to upgrade all aspects of the iPhone in addition to the adding 5G as a hedge against any backlash the company may have faced from customers. Now, instead of people wondering why they bought a phone with 5G that’s more or less what they can get out of 4G LTE, customers will get a completely overhauled experience. And one that’s certainly worth picking up if you’ve got an iPhone XS or older.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/23/2020
Apple iPhone 12 review: The iPhone for everyone
Source: Pocket Lint English Archive.org version
For that group of people who want a new iPhone, but just can't justify the price of the iPhone 12 Pro range, this is a great choice without having to feel like you are settling for second best.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/20/2020
91% iPhone 12 and 12 Pro review: Apple enters the 5G era
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
This year’s iPhone 12 is a huge leap by almost every measure from the iPhone 11. And better still, the gap between the 12 and the Apple’s Pro iPhones has closed dramatically. The iPhone 12’s blend of design, performance and price make it as close to a no-brainer as possible, though people who loved the iPhone 11’s battery life will be a little disappointed. Even so, we have no doubt that for most people, the iPhone 12 is absolutely the right choice.
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/20/2020
Rating: Total score: 91%
90% iPhone 12 Review: The one to buy
Source: Mobile Syrup English Archive.org version
The main takeaway from my time with the iPhone 12 is that across the board, the average iPhone user likely won't need the features that the iPhone 12 Pro offers, especially now that the smartphone includes a great-looking and vibrant OLED display. On the other hand, if you're a smartphone photography enthusiast, the incremental improvements the iPhone 12 Pro offers could be worth the upgrade.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/20/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Apple iPhone 12 review: Closer to a Pro than ever
Source: Engadget English Archive.org version
I've been testing the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro for about a week, and it wasn't long before I stopped thinking about how big a deal these things were or weren’t. No, I couldn't help but dwell on more practical matters, like just how similar these two phones really are. The gap between a "regular" iPhone and a Pro iPhone has grown smaller than ever. That's great news for anyone who doesn't want to spend more for a smartphone than they have to, but it also means deciding between the two is no easy feat.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/20/2020

Foreign Reviews

91% Lohnt sich das Apple-Handy 2022 noch?
Source: Curved German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/05/2022
Rating: Total score: 91% price: 78% performance: 97% display: 90% mobility: 80%
91% iPhone-12-Test klärt: Wo liegen die Unterschiede zu iPhone 12 Pro und 13?
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 09/29/2021
Rating: Total score: 91%
93% iPhone 12 im Test: Release, Preis, Farben – wer braucht da noch das Pro?
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/21/2021
Rating: Total score: 93%
93% iPhone 12 im Test: Release, Preis, Farben – wer braucht da noch das Pro?
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/15/2021
Rating: Total score: 93%
Apple iPhone 12 Wie sich das iPhone 12 im Alltag schlägt
Source: RP-Online German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/31/2020
89% Apple iPhone 12 Dramatisch, magnetisch, erfolgreich
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/18/2020
Rating: Total score: 89% features: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
92% Retro trifft Klassik: Apple iPhone 12 im Test (mit Video)
Source: Teltarif German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/10/2020
Rating: Total score: 92% price: 80% performance: 100% display: 90% mobility: 90% workmanship: 90%
89% Apple iPhone 12 Dramatisch, magnetisch, nicht makellos
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/07/2020
Rating: Total score: 89% features: 90% mobility: 70% workmanship: 90%
Apple iPhone 12 Schönheit ist nicht alles
Source: Futurezone.at German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/31/2020
90% Apple iPhone 12
Source: MobiFlip German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/31/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Unboxing und erste Eindrücke zum neuen iPhone
Source: WinFuture German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/30/2020
Apple iPhone 12 5G, neues Design und mehr
Source: Billiger-telefonieren.de German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/27/2020
93% iPhone 12 im Test: Release, Preis, Farben – wer braucht da noch das Pro?
Source: Computerbild German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/24/2020
Rating: Total score: 93%
89% Apple iPhone 12 Dramatisch, magnetisch, nicht makellos
Source: Netzwelt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/23/2020
Rating: Total score: 89% features: 90% workmanship: 90%
5G im Test und Vergleich mit LTE
Source: MobiFlip German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/23/2020
Apple iPhone 12 Darum können Sie auf das "Pro" verzichten
Source: Mac Welt German DE→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/22/2020
89% Apple iPhone 12, análisis: el iPhone de la Generación 5G
Source: MuyComputer Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/06/2020
Rating: Total score: 89% performance: 95% display: 95% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
91% iPhone 12, análisis y opinión
Source: Computerhoy Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/31/2020
Rating: Total score: 91% features: 100% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
92% Apple iPhone 12, análisis: diferente en la mano pero más iPhone que nunca
Source: Xataka Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/29/2020
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 95% display: 93% mobility: 85% workmanship: 90%
95% iPhone 12, análisis: hola, viejo amigo
Source: Hipertextual Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/20/2020
Rating: Total score: 95%
Análisis iPhone 12 tras más de 3 meses de uso
Source: Hablando Spanish ES→EN
Positive: Excellent cameras; long battery life; nice performance.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 03/08/2021
iPhone 12 Principales ventajas y desventajas
Source: Hablando Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; attractive price; nice cameras. Negative: No accessories; poor display; no Face unlock.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/03/2020
iPhone 12 · Unboxing y primeras impresiones
Source: Hablando Spanish ES→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Modern design; great built quality; nice cameras; high performance. Negative: No accessories.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/31/2020
Review Apple iPhone 12 | Um celular com desempenho impecável
Source: Canaltech Portuegese PT→EN
Positive: Support 5G; big screen; nice display; powerful processor; high performance. Negative: Mediocre design; not included charger.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 06/29/2021
Análise iPhone 12. Um regresso ao passado com os olhos no futuro
Source: Android Geek Portuegese PT→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/22/2020
90% Recensione iPhone 12 vs iPhone 12 Pro: analisi e confronto
Source: Saggiamente Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Comparison, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/09/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
85% Recensione iPhone 12: non la solita che trovate online
Source: Chimera Revo Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/31/2020
Rating: Total score: 85%
88% Recensione iPhone 12, è quello da comprare...per quasi tutti!
Source: HDblog.it Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/29/2020
Rating: Total score: 88% price: 78% features: 88%
87% Recensione iPhone 12
Source: Mobile World Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/26/2020
Rating: Total score: 87% price: 70% features: 85% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 95% ergonomy: 95%
88% Recensione APPLE IPHONE 12
Source: Andrea Galeazzi Italian IT→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 10/23/2020
Rating: Total score: 88% price: 62% display: 89% mobility: 82% workmanship: 91%
80% iPhone 12 Review - Dunne krachtpatser van Apple
Source: XGN Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/23/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Apple iPhone 12 - Waardig voorbeeld voor smartphones
Source: Computer Totaal Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/23/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
Apple iPhone 12
Source: Consumentenbond Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Premium design; solid workmanship; support 5G; excellent display. Negative: High price.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/20/2020
iPhone 12 review: fantastische verbetering, heerlijke deal
Source: Want.nl Dutch NL→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Nice cameras; impressive display; modern design; solid workmanship.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/28/2020
80% Test iPhone 12 : beauté et puissance dans le creux de la main
Source: Les Mobiles French FR→EN
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 02/28/2021
Rating: Total score: 80%
80% Test de l'iPhone 12 : trois mois plus tard, est-il toujours aussi excellent ?
Source: CNet France French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 12/10/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
90% Test de l’iPhone 12 : un sacré pro dans son genre
Source: Frandroid French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/30/2020
Rating: Total score: 90% performance: 100% display: 90% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
90% Test Apple iPhone 12 : le digne héritier
Source: Phonandroid French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/26/2020
Rating: Total score: 90%
92% Test de l'iPhone 12 : plus puissant, plus endurant, le smartphone milieu de gamme d’Apple monte… en gamme
Source: 01Net French FR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/23/2020
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 100% mobility: 90%
iPhone 12 i 12 Pro - krótka recenzja nowych smartfonów Apple
Source: Komputerswiat Turkish PL→EN Archive.org version
No ratings Positive: Support 5G; great cameras; nice display; high performance; long battery life.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/29/2020
92% 2020 yılının gözde telefonu; iPhone 12 incelemesi
Source: Log.com.tr TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/11/2020
Rating: Total score: 92%
93% iPhone 12 İnceleme – Günlük kullanım için en iyisi!
Source: Inceleme.co TR→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/07/2020
Rating: Total score: 93% display: 97% mobility: 80% workmanship: 90%
iPhone 12 incelemesi
Source: Sabah TR→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Stylish design; fast system; nice cameras; great display. Negative: No accessories.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/30/2020
92% Смартфон Apple iPhone 12 64GB: Обзор
Source: Product Test RU→EN
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 02/05/2021
Rating: Total score: 92% performance: 100% display: 96% mobility: 82%
5 причин купить iPhone 12 — самый интересный смартфон Apple на сегодняшний день
Source: DGL.ru RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Classical design; beautiful display; excellent cameras. Negative: Short battery life.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 11/13/2020
Обзор iPhone 12: пожалуй, лучший смартфон Apple «для всех»
Source: Hi-Tech Mail RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; excellent cameras. Negative: Expensive.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/28/2020
Apple iPhone 12: новые цвета, 5G и странные аксессуары
Source: Zoom RU→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; great speakers; excellent cameras; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/10/2020
88% Recenze iPhone 12: nejvýhodnější z celého kvarteta
Source: Smartmania.cz CZ→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 88% performance: 96% features: 89% mobility: 85% workmanship: 81%
Recenze: Apple iPhone 12 – zrodil se nový bestseller?
Source: CZC CZ→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Elegant design; nice display; high performance; great cameras; good speakers; waterproof IP68. Negative: No accessories; only 60Hz display; no fingerprint sensor.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 11/15/2020
Trên tay iPhone 12 tím tại Việt Nam: Màu sắc mộng mơ và quyến rũ, góp phần toát lên vẻ nhẹ nhàng dành cho phái đẹp
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN
Positive: Beautiful design; high performance; excellent cameras; nice display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 05/13/2021
Trên tay iPhone 12 màu "tím mộng mơ" mới, giá chính hãng 22 triệu đồng
Source: Genk VN→EN
Positive: Impressive design; great built quality; powerful processor; high performance; quick charging.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 05/10/2021
Trên tay iPhone 12 màu tím: đắt hơn 2 triệu, rất cá tính
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam VN→EN
Positive: Impressive design; solid workmanship; suitable for women.
Hands-On, online available, Medium, Date: 05/07/2021
Trên tay phiên bản iPhone 12 được người dùng yêu thích nhất tại Việt Nam, bạn có đoán được đó là chiếc điện thoại nào không?
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent cameras; big screen; great display.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 12/19/2020
Đánh giá chi tiết iPhone 12: Một tổng thể vừa vặn nhưng ấn tượng với trải nghiệm đa nhiệm và giải trí
Source: The Gioididong VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Powerful hardware; high performance; long battery life; high mobility.
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 12/06/2020
iPhone 12 là sự lựa chọn “đáng tiền” nhất trong bộ tứ iPhone năm nay
Source: FPT shop VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Beautiful design; solid workmanship; great display; high performance; excellent cameras.
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/30/2020
Trên tay iPhone 12 đầu tiên tại Việt Nam giá 23 triệu
Source: Nghenhin Vietnam VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Classical design; great built quality; metal case; nice display; high performance; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/24/2020
Trải nghiệm nhanh chiếc iPhone 12 đầu tiên về Việt Nam
Source: Zing VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Compact size; light weight; excellent display; great cameras; powerful processor; LIDAR cameras. Negative: Relatively high price.
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 10/23/2020
iPhone 12 và iPhone 12 mini ra mắt: Màn hình OLED, nâng cấp camera, A14 mạnh hơn 40%, hỗ trợ 5G, giá từ 699 USD
Source: Genk VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Excellent display; great cameras; powerful processor; support 5G; good price.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/14/2020
Chi tiết iPhone 12 và iPhone 12 Mini - mỏng nhẹ, nhiều màu sắc
Source: Zing VN→EN Archive.org version
Positive: Attractive price; slim size; light weight; excellent cameras; support 5G.
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/14/2020
80% Test Apple Iphone 12
Source: Tek.no NO→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 10/20/2020
Rating: Total score: 80%
100% TEST : Apple iPhone 12
Source: Lyd og Billede DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Short, Date: 11/12/2020
Rating: Total score: 100%
83% Apple iPhone 12 [TEST]: Pænere, men ikke perfekt
Source: Alt om Data DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 11/03/2020
Rating: Total score: 83%
83% iPhone 12 test – måske skal du vælge iPhone 12 Mini?
Source: Mere Mobil.dk DA→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/23/2020
Rating: Total score: 83%
84% Test: Apple Iphone 12 – Lätt att rekommendera
Source: Mobil.se SV→EN Archive.org version
Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 10/30/2020
Rating: Total score: 84%

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One of the highest-rated phones on the market at the moment has to be the Apple iPhone 12. In comparison to its predecessors, there are a lot of new things in the iPhone 12. Firstly, Apple has built in the usual upgrades, like a faster processor and an improved camera. While this is definitely great, it is obviously something that was expected from Apple. In addition to all of that, there is a new design, a new OLED screen, 5G support, and an entirely new charging and accessory ecosystem with MagSafe.

In terms of its design, the Apple iPhone 12 is much smaller and lighter compared to the iPhone 11. The phone also has flat sides and a flat screen. Ever since the iPhone 6, the company has incorporated curved edges in its designs, so the flat sides in this latest iPhone 12 feel absolutely new. Despite all of those flat edges, the seams and the corners are bevelled just enough to make the phone comfortable to hold. Apart from that, it should be noted that the aluminium rails on the iPhone 12 have a matte finish.

The front of the iPhone 12 is a glass-ceramic hybrid which Apple has branded “Ceramic Shield.” They basically put ceramic crystals within the glass itself to improve the drop resistance. Apple has added that this hybrid is four times more resistant to breaking from drops compared to having just the glass. As far as the screen is concerned, Apple has switched over to an OLED screen in this model, which is one of the reasons for its smaller size. Apple has also increased the pixel count in this device to 1170 x 2532, which is definitely a great upgrade. While there are various Android phones at this price point with a refresh rate of 90Hz or 120Hz, the iPhone 12 still manages to hold on to its standard 60Hz refresh rate.

Apart from everything mentioned above, MagSafe is definitely a unique feature of this phone. It is essentially an entire system for attaching things to the back of the iPhone via magnets, which includes wireless chargers, cases, car mounts, wallets and other things like gimbals. In terms of the camera, the most important changes are not in the sensors or the lenses, except for the main wide-angle camera going from an ƒ/1.8 aperture to ƒ/1.6 in order to allow it to be slightly lighter. Instead, the bigger differences lie in the software and the capabilities of the new A14 Bionic processor that runs everything on the phone. It is worth noting that the A14 has unlocked night mode (even portrait) for all of the cameras on the iPhone 12, including the selfie camera. Overall, the iPhone 12 has definitely made an impact in the iPhone family and deserves exploration.

Hands-on article by Jagadisa Rajarathnam

Apple A14 Bionic GPU: Integrated graphics card designed by Apple with around 10% more performance than the previous generation (A13). Includes 4 cores.

Modern games should be playable with these graphics cards at low settings and resolutions. Casual gamers may be happy with these cards.

» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List.


A14: System on a Chip (SoC) from Apple that integrates six 64 Bit cores, 2 performance and 4 power saving cores. According to Apple 40% faster than the Apple A12 (in the iPad Air 2019). The chip is manufactured in 5nm and integrates 11.8 billion transistors.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors.


6.10":

It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn't be severely defective in vision, and you won't see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport.

» To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List.


Apple: Apple is a US company founded in 1976 by Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak and Ronald Wayne. Headquartered in Cupertino, California, the company is known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, and manufactures computers and consumer electronics as well as operating systems and application software. Apple is also a leading provider of software and services such as the App Store, iTunes and iCloud.

Apple has earned a reputation as a company that focuses on design and ease of use. As for their notebooks, they are mostly in the high-priced segment, have their own operating system, but also run Windows on the newer Macbooks.

Apple is one of the most valuable companies in the world and has a loyal following of customers and fans. The company also has a strong presence in the entertainment industry, with services like Apple Music and Apple TV+. In 2023, Apple had an approximate 8% market share of global PC sales, ranking it 4th after Lenovo, HP, and Dell.


86.62%: This is an above-average rating. Nevertheless, it should not be forgotten that about one fifth of all tested models receive a better rating.


» Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide.

 

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Stefan Hinum, 2020-10-29 (Update: 2020-10-29)