You’ll really only notice this if you have the two side-by-side and they can both hit 1200 nits (according to Apple) when you’re playing back HDR content. One minor thing to note is that the 12 Pro model gets ever-so-slightly brighter in regular use, giving whites less of a grey tinge. It’s sharper too, now over 1080p, and just generally much better. Using OLED also allows for the smaller bezel around the display and it enables HDR in formats like Dolby Vision and HLG. Everything is more vivid, has better contrast and is generally more pleasing to the eye. Apple might have some fantastic LCD displays, but the switch to OLED is welcome and the panel here is virtually indistinguishable from the one in the 12 Pro. The upgraded display is up there with the biggest upgrades of the iPhone 12 and if you’re coming from an iPhone 11, iPhone XR or below you’ll notice it immediately. There was no HDR support either, leaving compatible media looking somewhat flat. It wasn’t OLED like the Pro models, but LCD and it had a resolution that was only slightly above 720p. I haven’t noticed any scratches on mine, but this isn’t an excuse to ditch the screen protector if you would have used one before.Īpple skimped on the display of the iPhone 11. Often when things become better at withstanding drops, they become more susceptible to other types of damage, like scratches. Now, and this is important, the iPhone 12 isn’t any more scratch resistant than the iPhone 11, nor is it any worse than the Ceramic Shield used on newer iPhones – the tech has remained unchanged since the iPhone 12’s launch. Apple has added nano-ceramic crystals into the glass which are said to make it much stronger and this is combined with the previously used dual ion-exchange for scratch resistance. This is developed in conjunction with Corning, from Gorilla Glass fame, and is, according to Apple, 4x better at withstanding drops. Whichever colour you choose, the hue wraps around the side and while the choice isn’t quite as varied as with the iPhone 11, each tone is tasteful.Ĭovering the front of the iPhone 12 is Apple’s ‘Ceramic Shield’. In the lovely green colour my review unit came in, the back isn’t that susceptible to visible fingerprints, however this won’t be the case if you choose a darker model – the blue, black or red version, for example. It’s the opposite on the sides though, as the 12 goes matte here and the Pro goes (very) shiny. The Pro model also has a frosted glass back, while the 12 has a more glossy finish. There are differences though: the iPhone 12 swaps stainless steel rails for cheaper aluminium and it’s noticeably lighter as a result. If you buy a case for one, it’ll work with the other. Interestingly, the iPhone 12 is the exact same as the iPhone 12 Pro when it comes to dimensions and screen size. It’s a design that Apple has kept for the iPhone 13, iPhone 14 and likely the iPhone 15 if rumours are to be believed, so it’ll feel just as fresh as a newer iPhone in the hand. Apple now claims it’ll withstand a maximum depth of 6m for 30 minutes. It’s a tougher phone too, with more durable glass on the front and a better IP68 rating for splash, water and dust resistance. Everything just works, from the size to the weight. It’s thinner, lighter, smaller and more ergonomic than the iPhone 11 it replaced and the flat sides make it far more comfortable to hold. It’s clean, supremely well-built and an absolute pleasure to use. The rounded sides and slightly curved display have been replaced with flat edges and straight lines everywhere. The iPhone 12 is a gorgeous phone and the best-looking Apple phone since the iPhone 5 – a device this takes a lot of inspiration from.
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