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Blue iPhone 12 with 6.1 inch edge-to-edge display and dual rear cameras

Apple

Apple iPhone 12 256GB Blue GSM/CDMA Grade D cell phones - unlocked

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Unlocked 6.1-inch OLED smartphone with 256 GB storage, dual 12 MP rear cameras, Face ID and Apple A14 Bionic chip

  • CPUHexa-core (2 × 3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4 × 1.8 GHz Icestorm)
  • ProcessorApple A14 Bionic
  • Operating systemiOS 14.1
  • SIM typeSingle SIM (Nano-SIM and/or eSIM)
  • Built-in sensorsFace ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer
  • Main screen size6.1 in (15.5 cm)
  • 1 inch Super Retina XDR OLED display with 1170 x 2532 pixel resolution
  • A14 Bionic hexa-core processor with 4GB RAM for fast performance
  • 256GB storage capacity for apps, photos and files
  • Dual 12MP rear cameras with wide and ultrawide lenses plus Night mode
  • Face ID secure authentication with TrueDepth front camera system

What the product is

The Apple iPhone 12 is a factory-new unlocked smartphone with 256GB storage and a 6.1 inch Super Retina XDR OLED display. It runs iOS 14.1 on the A14 Bionic hexa-core processor with 4GB RAM. The dual rear camera system pairs a 12MP wide lens with a 12MP ultrawide lens. Face ID and a full sensor suite handle biometrics and motion tracking. It suits anyone who wants a complete iOS device without carrier restrictions.

Thermals noise and power draw

The non-removable 2815 mAh Li-Ion battery stores 10.9 Wh and supports Qi wireless charging at 15W. Wired charging uses the Lightning port at USB 2.0 speeds. The A14 Bionic chip is built for high efficiency, which helps sustain battery life during typical daily use. The handset has no active cooling fan, so operation stays silent under normal workloads.

Bundled accessories and software

The box contains the iPhone 12 and a Lightning cable; no power adapter is included. Buyers who want faster wired charging must supply their own USB-C power brick. The pre-installed iOS 14.1 delivers Night mode on every camera, Dolby Vision video recording and 5G connectivity where networks exist. No extra software licences or subscription trials are mentioned in the packaging.

How it compares

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Price $196.99
Pricier than about 56% of the 2,409 comparable items (median $168.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameApple
Product lineApple iPhone 12
Product colorBlue
Processor
CPUHexa-core (2 × 3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4 × 1.8 GHz Icestorm)
ProcessorApple A14 Bionic
Core configurationHexa-core (2 × 3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4 × 1.8 GHz Icestorm)
CPU clock speed2 × 3.1 GHz Firestorm + 4 × 1.8 GHz Icestorm
Memory
RAM capacity4 GB
Display
Main screen size6.1 in (15.5 cm)
Screen resolution1170 × 2532 pixels
Audio & video
Back cameraDual: 12 MP, f/1.6, 26 mm (wide), 1.4µm, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 12 MP, f/2.4, 120°, 13 mm (ultrawide), 1/3.6 in
Selfie cameraDual: 12 MP, f/2.2, 23 mm (wide), 1/3.6 in + SL 3D, (depth/biometrics sensor)
Connectivity
SIM typeSingle SIM (Nano-SIM and/or eSIM)
Ports & slots
USB portsLightning, USB 2.0
Power
Battery capacity2,815 mAh
Battery typeNon-removable Li-Ion
In the box
In the boxApple iPhone 12, Cable (Cube not Included)
Software
Operating systemiOS 14.1
More details
Built-in sensorsFace ID, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometer

Questions about this item

How do I set up the Nano-SIM or eSIM on this iPhone 12, and what step do people often miss?

Insert the Nano-SIM into the tray or scan a carrier QR code for eSIM; the step many miss is completing carrier activation before assuming cellular works.

What part will need professional replacement first as this iPhone 12 ages?

The sealed 2815 mAh Li-Ion battery is not user-removable and will require authorised service once capacity degrades.

What limit appears first during sustained heavy use on this iPhone 12?

Thermal throttling of the A14 Bionic hexa-core processor kicks in before the 2815 mAh battery is exhausted.

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