The new iPhone 12 will come in four variations including the base model, the pro, max and mini. There will be five fresh new finishes in black, white, green, red and blue. It also comes with aero-space grade aluminum edges, as well as a ceramic shield that is “tougher than any smartphone glass,” according to Apple.

This new feature makes the device “virtually impervious to heat and electricity” and has better resistance against drops, spills and splashes.

The new headlining feature for the device or what the company calls “the most exciting step yet,” is that this generation is 5G compatible.

“5G will bring a new level of performance for downloads and uploads, higher quality video streaming, more responsive gaming, real-time interactivity and so much more,” said chief executive Tim Cook.

Depending on the carrier and region, 5G grants faster internet access away from Wifi. The iPhone 12 has access to Verizon 5G ultrawide band. According to Apple, this is the fastest in the world with downloads speeds like 4 gigabytes per second.

Many of Apple’s well-known features have been improved in the new model. The iPhone 12 boasts a Super Retina XDR display, a crisper portrait mode, 4k HDr recording and turbo charging.

New accessories are also on the horizon as Apple adds new MagSafe accessories like cases and shielded credit card wallets. However, the new phones will not come with the compulsory earphones and charger. Apple touts this as a means to help reduce its impact on the environment.

Base prices will start at $799 and the new mini will start at $699. The new iPhone 12 is set to drop on Oct. 23, but is already available for pre-sale.

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There are essentially 4 versions of the iPhone 12 depending on how big or small you prefer your phone to be. They also range in price, starting from $699 and going as high as $1099.

All of the latest models feature 5G connectivity for the fastest download speeds. These phones will take advantage of the new 5G networks being rolled out by all of the major wireless carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile and Verizon.

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All of the new models use Apple’s new A14 Bionic chip for the fastest processing power to run your apps and videos. Also, each model features a Ceramic Shield front, providing 4 times better drop performance, made from surgical-grade stainless steel. The water-resistant nature of the phones protects them to a depth of 6 meters for up to 30 minutes.

If this is your first iPhone purchase, you will need to buy accessories such as ear buds and a charger. Apple made the change to not include these items with the newest phones because so many people already have them.

iPhone 12 model comparison

So, for choosing the model that’s right for you, it basically comes down to size and camera features.

Here’s a quick comparison of the iPhone 12 models. Additional information is of course available on the Apple website.

The choices are: iPhone 12 Pro Max, 12 Pro, 12, and the 12 mini.

All models have 12MP ultra-wide and wide field cameras – 2x optical zoom, and record video at 30 fps. But the pro version also has an additional telephoto lens built in, 5x optical zoom, and records video at 60fps.

The iPhone pro also features a new LiDAR scanner for night mode portraits, faster autofocus in low light, and next-level AR experiences.

If size is how you’ll decide, here’s the comparison. The Pro has a 6.7 inch display, the mini has a smaller 5.4 inch, and the standard iPhone 12 has a 6.1 inch display.  

Finally, the Pro is much heavier than the other two at 8.03 ounces. The standard 12 and the mini are 5.78 ounces and 4.76 ounces respectively.

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