iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Pro
Apple's previous-generation Pro-level iPhones. iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max.
By MacRumors Staff on February 18, 2022
iPhone 12 Pro
At a Glance
The iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max are Apple's high-end flagship devices with 5G, triple-lens cameras, LiDAR Scanners, refreshed designs, and A14 chip.
iPhone 12 Pro Features
New design
6.1- and 6.7-inch sizes
5G Support
Major camera improvements
LiDAR
Ceramic Shield display
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iPhone 12 Pro Discontinued
Apple discontinued the iPhone 12 Pro and the iPhone 12 Pro Max in September 2021, replacing them with the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max. With the launch of the new iPhones, Apple is no longer offering the iPhone 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max for sale, but it may still be available from third-party vendors.
iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max Overview
Contents
iPhone 12 Pro Discontinued
iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max Overview
Pricing and Availability
Reviews
iPhone 12 Pro
iPhone 12 Pro Max
Issues
Design
Sizes
Colors
Water Resistance
Display
Ceramic Shield
A14 Bionic Chip
Neural Engine
RAM
TrueDepth Camera and Face ID
Using Face ID With a Mask
Camera Features
Triple-Lens Rear Camera
iPhone 12 Pro Camera
iPhone 12 Pro Max Camera
LiDAR Sensor
New Camera Features
Video Recording
Battery Life
5G Connectivity
5G Benefits
5G Battery Drain
5G Bands
LTE Bands
Data Saver Mode
Dual SIM Support
5GHz Personal Hotspot
Bluetooth, WiFi, and U1 Chip
Other Features
Speaker
Sensors
GPS and NFC
Storage Space
MagSafe
No Power Adapter
iPhone 12
iPhone 12 Pro Timeline
Apple on October 13, 2020 unveiled the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max, were sold alongside the more affordably priced iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini. Apple heavily emphasized the "Pro" aspect of the new iPhone 12 Pro models, suggesting the more expensive iPhones "push the boundaries of innovation" for the people who "want the absolute most out of their iPhones."
Available in 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch size options, the two new Pro models feature full-screen Super Retina XDR displays that are edge-to-edge with the exception of the Face ID notch.
The 6.1-inch iPhone 12 Pro has a resolution of 2532 x 1170 with 460 pixels per inch, while the 6.7-inch iPhone 12 Pro Max has a resolution of 2778 x 1284 and a 458 ppi. The displays offer HDR support with 1200 nits peak brightness, Wide Color, Haptic Touch, and True Tone, all features that have been introduced over the years.
Protecting the displays is a new Ceramic Shield cover, which Apple says "goes beyond glass" and is tougher than any smartphone glass. It's infused with nano-ceramic crystals and offers 4x better drop performance.
The iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max have an entirely new look that's similar to the design of the iPad Pro with flat edges instead of the rounded edges used in prior models. There's a precision-milled matte glass back surrounded by a stainless steel band.
Color options include graphite, silver, gold, and pacific blue, with the blue shade replacing the midnight green used last year. The iPhone 12 Pro and Pro Max offer IP68 water and dust resistance and can hold up to submersion in 6 meters of water for up to 30 minutes.
The new iPhone 12 models are the first to feature 5G connectivity for faster downloads and uploads, better quality video streaming, improved gaming, and higher-definition 1080p FaceTime calls. To preserve battery life when using 5G, a Smart Data Mode reverts to an LTE connection when 5G speeds aren't necessary.