The Apple iPhone 12 launch event revealed a series of new gadgets especially the mini version of the existing smart devices. They are affordable and are equally efficient that gives the users an authentic iPhone experience. The iPhone 12 series along with the pro-line-up consists of 4 smartphones including iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Mini, iPhone Pro, and iPhone Pro Max. Apart from the launch of the iPhone 12 series, Apple also launched HomePod Mini, a smaller and affordable version of the HomePod. Also, this is for the first time in Apple, that the new smartphones will have 5G connectivity.
There are many modifications in the iPhone 12 series starting with larger screens, better camera systems, new A14 Bionic processors, etc. So, let us have a detailed look at the specifications of these devices and prices in India as well.
Specifications of Apple iPhone 12 series
Apart from the fact that the iPhone 12 series supports 5G connectivity it also supports mmWave 5G in the United States. iPhone 12 comes with an OLED display screen and Ceramic Shield glass technology making it more durable. All the smartphones will have iOS 14 along with the new A14 Bionic SoC. This new A14 is a six-core processor with a four-core GPU which will make these smartphones the fastest of all. The new camera system of the iPhone 12 consists of two wide-angle sensors of 12 megapixels each. The photography results are claimed to be better in low-light photography as compared to the smartphones of the previous series. The company has also enabled its night mode for the front camera and also for video recording. It is a brilliant choice for users to do videography, especially in low-light. The new MagSafe charging support of the iPhone provides a maximum of 15W of wireless charging. The company is also working towards releasing a charger that will allow the user to charge iPhone 12 and Apple watch using the same charger. Apple will not provide headphones and charging adaptor in the box this time.
The iPhone 12 mini has the same design, camera quality, processor, Super Retina XDR-display, and connectivity as that of the iPhone 12. The main differences between these two products are different in price and size. The iPhone 12 Mini comes with a 5.4-inch display and a lot lighter in weight.
The size of the iPhone 12 Pro is 6.1 inch and that of the iPhone 12 Pro Max is 6.7 inches. Apple has incorporated its Deep Fusion machine learning technology in the cameras to make the overall picture and video quality better. iPhone 12 Pro has three triple rear cameras (two wide-angle, one telephoto) while the telephoto sensor of the iPhone 12 Pro Max is better with a 5x zoom range and 2.5x optical range. The Pro series also has the option of HDR video recording and Dolby Vision HDR.
The price range of the new iPhone 12 series
Starting with the cheapest and smallest of all, the price of the iPhone 12 Mini in the Indian market is approximately Rs 69,900 for 64GB, and that for iPhone 12 is Rs 79,900. Outside India, the price of the iPhone 12 Mini is $699 and that of the iPhone 12 is $799. In India, the price of iPhone 12 Pro is Rs 1,19,000 (starting price) for 128GB base variant and for the iPhone 12 Pro Max is Rs 1,29,000 (starting price). Outside the Indian market, the price range is $999 for iPhone 12 Pro and $1,099 for iPhone 12 Pro Max.
Features of the HomePod Mini
Apple incorporated the S5 processor in HomePod Mini. The company has invested more time to improve the audio quality of the device. The new HomePod mini has computational audio technology that can automatically optimize the sound for your room. Moreover, if you turn on two HomePod Mini in one room, they will sync automatically and play music like a stereo pair. The HomePod mini will go through a major upgrade when iPhone’s U1 ultra wideband chip will be able to establish a stable connection with HomePod Mini helping to send feedback and audio handoff. Siri is the most important part of HomePod Mini as it will also recognize the voice of your family members and will give you a summary of the day when asked for an update. The price of Apple HomePod Mini in India is Rs 9,900.
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