In other countries or regions, there's a SIM tray on the left-hand side that holds a "fourth form factor" (4FF) nano-SIM card. Models in the US support millimetre wave, the higher-frequency version of 5G, allowing iPhone 12 to reach speeds up to 4Gbps, even in densely populated areas. All the different orchestral elements can be picked apart, but the listener can also bask in the music as all the strands come together as a wonderfully cohesive whole. If you’re eager to take advantage 5G connectivity, the iPhone 12 mini is a great opportunity to do so.

iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone X S, iPhone X S Max, iPhone X R, iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone SE (3rd generation), iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 15, and iPhone 15 Plus are splash, water, and dust resistant and were tested under controlled laboratory conditions; iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPhone 15, and iPhone 15 Plus have a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 6 meters up to 30 minutes); iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max have a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 4 meters up to 30 minutes); iPhone X S, iPhone X S Max, and iPhone 11 have a rating of IP68 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 2 meters up to 30 minutes); and iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone X R, iPhone SE (2nd generation), and iPhone SE (3rd generation) have a rating of IP67 under IEC standard 60529 (maximum depth of 1 meter up to 30 minutes). Maybe it's us, but it seems a little paler than we saw it on the iPhone XR– either way, it's arguably the most vibrant of the available colors. This gorgeous new colour joins the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini family, which is available in five other stunning finishes, and features an advanced dual-camera system, Super Retina XDR display, improved durability, A14 Bionic — the fastest chip ever in a smartphone — great battery life, and the best 5G experience on any smartphone. We’ve previously seen this in the iPad Air, as well as the iPhone 12 and 12 Pro, and it performs just as well here. To access and use all Apple Cash features, you must have an eligible device with Wallet that supports and has the latest version of iOS.Apple has improved its fast-charging technology here over the iPhone 11 a touch, meaning you now get 20W fast-charging. Cellular technology support is based on iPhone model number and configuration for either CDMA or GSM networks. It’s a True Tone and Wide colour display and there’s HDR support for HDR10, Dolby Vision and HLG content. There are no Earpods in the box, either, which is at least a good excuse to check out our guide to the best wireless headphones. iPhone 12 models also bring the best 5G experience, and introduce high-powered wireless charging with MagSafe and a new ecosystem of accessories that easily attach to iPhone.

It’s always nice to see design evolution in an iPhone, but this move, which nods to the look of older iPhones, won’t be to everyone’s taste. Previously, he was Senior Phones Editor for TechRadar, and he has covered smartphones and the mobile space for the best part of a decade bringing you news on all the big announcements from top manufacturers making mobile phones and other portable gadgets. As a result, it’s possible for the iPhone 12 Mini to reach a peak brightness of 1200 nits (compared with 625 nits for SDR content).This was a particularly intensive day, though, and on other busy days we also found the phone would make it through to bedtime.

It’s also light, without feeling too light – at 135 grams it’s easy to slip into a pocket, but doesn’t feel cheap. There's a Dual-LED True Tone flash on the back and a SIM tray on the right-hand side that holds a "fourth form factor" (4FF) nano-SIM card. There are actually four models of iPhone 12: the main one, the iPhone 12 mini, the iPhone 12 Pro and the iPhone 12 Pro Max. Low-light performance is the main improvement over the last-gen device, according to Apple, largely down to the main camera’s aperture going from f/1. Dialogue is clear and easy to understand and the phone will easily dispatch an episode of your favourite Netflix series or a quick Spotify stream without issue.Do not attempt to charge a wet iPhone; refer to the user guide for cleaning and drying instructions. The iPhone 12 mini isn’t without its frustrations, as the battery life isn’t as powerful as some may hope for, and 64GB of storage doesn’t feel like enough for a phone in 2021. The battery life takes a small hit, but that doesn’t really detract from this hugely talented tiny iPhone. The iPhone 12 mini comes without a charging block or earbuds in the box, with Apple looking to cut down on e-waste. The spec and experience is far better than the iPhone SE (2020) so if you’re after a cheaper member of the iPhone 12, go for this model.

The iPhone 12 mini is the cheapest member of the iPhone 12 family, but it doesn’t feel like a ‘cheap’ iPhone. Today, Apple is carbon neutral for global corporate operations, and by 2030, plans to have net zero climate impact across the entire business, which includes manufacturing supply chains and all product life cycles. The iPhone 12 Mini might not be the cheapest iPhone Apple currently makes (that honour goes to the iPhone SE (2020)) but it is the most affordable handset in the current ‘12’ range. It’s unlikely you’ll notice otherwise, but it’s a feature we’ve enjoyed seeing come to phones, and we’d like to see Apple implement it soon.

MagSafe delivers a unique experience to iPhone, featuring an array of magnets around the wireless charging coil, optimised for alignment and efficiency, that perfectly connects to iPhone every time. Details: the front and back are flat and made of glass, and there's a stainless steel band around the edges. Though he specialized in phones and tablets, he also took on other tech like electric scooters, smartwatches, fitness, mobile gaming and more. Testing conducted by Apple in February 2022 using preproduction iPhone SE (3rd generation) units and software and accessory Apple USB-C Power Adapter (20W Model A2305).