iPhone 12

The iPhone 12 and 12 Mini are the first major redesign since the iPhone X. It features a chassis with flat edges, similar to the iPhone 4 and iPhone 5 designs, as well as the iPad Pro since 2018, and the 4th-generation iPad Air, which was also released in 2020. The notch size is similar to previous iPhone models, despite speculation about a reduction in width.{{Cite web |url=https://9to5mac.com/2020/04/13/bloomberg-iphone-12-to-feature-smaller-notch-and-share-design-cues-with-ipad-pro-half-size-cheaper-homepod-later-this-year/ |title=Bloomberg: iPhone 12 to feature smaller notch and share design cues with iPad Pro, half-size cheaper HomePod later this year |date=April 13, 2020 |access-date=October 13, 2020 |website=9to5Mac |last=Mayo |first=Benjamin |archive-date=October 28, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201028211149/https://9to5mac.com/2020/04/13/bloomberg-iphone-12-to-feature-smaller-notch-and-share-design-cues-with-ipad-pro-half-size-cheaper-homepod-later-this-year/ |url-status=live }} The borders around the display are thinner by 35% than any previous model. The new design also comes with a ceramic-hardened front glass, marketed as Ceramic Shield, while the back retains the previous generation Dual-Ion Exchange strengthened glass.{{Cite web |title=iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini – Technical Specifications |url=https://www.apple.com/iphone-12/specs/ |access-date=October 13, 2020 |publisher=Apple Inc. |archive-date=November 28, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201128051102/https://www.apple.com/iphone-12/specs/ |url-status=live }}

On April 20, 2021, at Apple's Special Event “Spring Loaded”, Apple revealed a new purple color option which became available on April 30, 2021.{{Cite press release |url=https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2021/04/apple-introduces-iphone-12-and-iphone-12-mini-in-a-stunning-new-purple/ |title=Apple introduces iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 mini in a stunning new purple |date=April 20, 2021 |access-date=April 21, 2021 |publisher=Apple Inc. |archive-date=April 21, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210421013023/https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2021/04/apple-introduces-iphone-12-and-iphone-12-mini-in-a-stunning-new-purple/ |url-status=live }}

The iPhone 12 and 12 Mini are available in six colors: Black, White, Product Red, Green, Blue, and Purple.

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Mini use Apple's six-core A14 Bionic processor, which contains a next-generation neural engine. They both have three internal storage options: 64, 128, and 256 GB.{{efn|name=storageunits|1 GB {{=}} 1 billion bytes}} Both also carry an IP68 water and dust resistance rating along with dirt and grime, and is water-resistant up to six meters (20 feet) for 30 minutes. However, the manufacturer warranty does not cover liquid damage to the phone.

The iPhone 12 series are the first iPhone models to be supplied from launch without EarPods or a wall adapter, which Apple says was done to reduce carbon emissions and waste since most users already own them. Apple also claims 70% more boxes can fit on a pallet given the smaller box, and thus further reducing emissions.{{Cite web |last=Calma |first=Justine |date=October 16, 2020 |title=Apple ditching chargers saves costs but not the planet |url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/16/21519466/apple-iphone-12-chargers-airpods-greenhouse-gas-emissions-e-waste |access-date=January 19, 2021 |website=The Verge |language=en |archive-date=November 2, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201102230337/https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/16/21519466/apple-iphone-12-chargers-airpods-greenhouse-gas-emissions-e-waste |url-status=live }} A USB-C to Lightning cord is still included. This change also applies retroactively to all other iPhone models still in production.{{Cite web |last=Porter |first=Jon |date=October 13, 2020 |title=Apple's new iPhones won't ship with earbuds or wall chargers |url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/13/21514480/apple-iphone-charging-brick-charger-earbuds-box-environmental-impact-carbon-emissions |access-date=October 13, 2020 |website=The Verge |language=en |archive-date=November 18, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201118070749/https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/13/21514480/apple-iphone-charging-brick-charger-earbuds-box-environmental-impact-carbon-emissions |url-status=live }} To comply with French law regarding wireless device radiation and health which requires phones to be bundled with and promote use of hands-free accessories by children under 14, iPhone models will still include EarPods in this market.{{Cite web |title=Apple Customers in France Still Get EarPods in the Box With Every New iPhone |url=https://www.macrumors.com/2020/10/15/apple-france-earpods-in-box-iphone/ |first=Tim |last=Hardwick |date=October 15, 2020 |access-date=October 15, 2020 |website=MacRumors |language=en |archive-date=October 17, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201017084536/https://www.macrumors.com/2020/10/15/apple-france-earpods-in-box-iphone/ |url-status=live }}

A magnetic connector known as MagSafe is introduced on the iPhone 12 models, allowing accessories such as cases and charging cords to be attached to the rear of the device. Accessories can also be stacked together.{{Cite web |last=Hollister |first=Sean |date=October 14, 2020 |title=Forget 5G: MagSafe could be the biggest reason to buy an iPhone 12 |url=https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2020/10/14/21515490/apple-iphone-12-magsafe-accessories-ecosystem |access-date=October 15, 2020 |website=The Verge |language=en |archive-date=October 15, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201015075626/https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2020/10/14/21515490/apple-iphone-12-magsafe-accessories-ecosystem |url-status=live }}

The devices support 5G cellular communications. This allows upload speeds of up to 200 Mbit/s and download speeds of up to 4 Gbit/s.{{cite news |url=https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2020/10/verizon-nationwide-5g-ready-for-iphone-12-dont-expect-a-big-speed-boost/ |title=Verizon "nationwide" 5G ready for iPhone 12—don't expect a big speed boost |first=Jon |last=Brodkin |website=Ars Technica |date=October 13, 2020 |access-date=October 13, 2020 |archive-date=October 13, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201013223320/https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2020/10/verizon-nationwide-5g-ready-for-iphone-12-dont-expect-a-big-speed-boost/ |url-status=live }} However, only models sold in the U.S. support the fastest mmWave technology; those sold elsewhere in the world, including Canada, support only sub-6 GHz frequency bands.{{cite web |url=https://www.macrumors.com/2020/10/13/iphone-12-mmwave-us-only/ |title=iPhone 12 Lineup's mmWave 5G Support Limited to the United States |first=Joe |last=Rossignol |website=MacRumors |date=October 13, 2020 |access-date=October 13, 2020 |archive-date=October 17, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201017185903/https://www.macrumors.com/2020/10/13/iphone-12-mmwave-us-only/ |url-status=live }} A new feature called Smart Data Mode enables 5G only when necessary to preserve battery life.{{Cite web |last=Gartenberg |first=Chaim |date=October 13, 2020 |title=iPhone 12 only uses 5G when necessary to save battery life |url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/13/21514209/apple-iphone-12-5g-battery-smart-data-mode-apps-bandwidth-demand |access-date=October 15, 2020 |website=The Verge |language=en |archive-date=October 16, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201016093344/https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/13/21514209/apple-iphone-12-5g-battery-smart-data-mode-apps-bandwidth-demand |url-status=live }}

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The iPhone 12 features a {{convert|6.1|in|mm|0|adj=on}} display{{cite news |url=https://www.tomsguide.com/news/iphone-12-mini-size-release-date-price-specs-and-colors |title=iPhone 12 mini unveiled: Size, release date, price, specs and colors |last=Spoonauer |first=Mark |website=Tom's Guide |date=October 13, 2020 |access-date=October 13, 2020 |archive-date=October 13, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201013185213/https://www.tomsguide.com/news/iphone-12-mini-size-release-date-price-specs-and-colors |url-status=live }} with Super Retina XDR OLED technology at a resolution of 2532 × 1170 pixels and a pixel density of about 460 ppi.{{cite news |url=https://m.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_12_official-news-45769.php |title=Apple iPhone 12 and 12 mini are official with OLED displays, 5G |website=GSMArena.com |date=October 13, 2020 |access-date=October 13, 2020 |archive-date=October 13, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201013225934/https://m.gsmarena.com/apple_iphone_12_official-news-45769.php |url-status=live }} The iPhone 12 Mini features a {{convert|5.4|in|mm|0|adj=on}} display with the same technology at a resolution of 2340 × 1080 pixels, and a pixel density of about 476 ppi. Both phones have a peak brightness of 1200 nits when viewing HDR content equivalent to the iPhone 12 Pro, and normal brightness of 625 nits. Both phones also use an improved glass-ceramic covering called Ceramic Shield which is co-developed with Corning Inc. Apple describes it as having "4 times better drop performance" and being "tougher than any smartphone glass".{{cite news |url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/13/21509008/apple-iphone-12-pro-max-mini-displays-ceramic-hardened |title=Apple's new iPhone 12 line-up comes with a ceramic-hardened display |last=Vincent |first=James |website=The Verge |date=October 13, 2020 |access-date=October 13, 2020 |archive-date=November 1, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201101101841/https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/13/21509008/apple-iphone-12-pro-max-mini-displays-ceramic-hardened |url-status=live }}

The iPhone 12 has a 10.78 Wh (2,815 mAh) battery, a slight decrease from the 11.91 Wh (3,110 mAh) battery found in the iPhone 11.{{Cite web |last=Hendri |date=2025-01-10 |title=Spesifikasi iPhone 12 Lengkap & Review Fitur |url=https://tentanghp.com/iphone-12/ |access-date=2025-02-25 |website=Media Online Special Smartphone |language=en-US}} It is also identical to the battery found in the iPhone 12 Pro. The iPhone 12 Mini has a 8.57 Wh (2,227 mAh) battery. Like previous iPhones, the battery is not user-replaceable.{{Cite web |title=Teardown Video Confirms iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro Use Same 2,815mAh Battery |url=https://www.phonearena.com/news/apple-iphone-12-pro-max-mini-vs-11-battery-capacity_id127955#:~:text=While%20Apple%20lists%2014.13Wh,first%2012%20Pro%20Max%20teardown. |first=Daniel |last=Petrov |access-date=November 13, 2020 |website=PhoneArena |language=en |archive-date=November 20, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201120232223/https://www.phonearena.com/news/apple-iphone-12-pro-max-mini-vs-11-battery-capacity_id127955#:~:text=While%20Apple%20lists%2014.13Wh,first%2012%20Pro%20Max%20teardown. |url-status=live }}

Both the iPhone 12 and 12 Mini have the Apple A14 Bionic, the first ARM-based smartphone system-on-a-chip (SoC) manufactured on the 5 nm process node. However, unlike previous years, they are not the first Apple devices to receive the newest A-series processor, with the fourth-generation iPad Air being the first. Both phones use Qualcomm's Snapdragon X55 5G modem.

Both phones have two rear 12-megapixel cameras: wide and ultra-wide. The wide camera is a 26 mm full-frame equivalent with an f/1.6 aperture which captures 27% more light than the f/1.8 aperture in the iPhone 11 and a seven-element lens. The ultra-wide camera is a 13 mm full-frame equivalent with an f/2.4 aperture and a five-element lens.{{cite news |url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/14/21515158/iphone-12-pro-max-best-camera-biggest-phone |title=Breaking down Apple's three new iPhone 12 camera systems |last=Peters |first=Jay |website=The Verge |date=October 14, 2020 |access-date=October 14, 2020 |archive-date=October 14, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201014075027/https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/14/21515158/iphone-12-pro-max-best-camera-biggest-phone |url-status=live }}

All cameras now support Night Mode for both photo and time-lapse video at full resolution. Smart HDR has been improved thanks to Smart HDR 3. This iPhone model is the first capable of shooting 10-bit high dynamic range Dolby Vision 4K video at up to 30 fps which allows for greater brightness and deeper shadows.{{Cite web |date=October 26, 2020 |title=iPhone 12 Pro Review: Everything you need to know |url=https://techstunt.com/iphone-12-pro-review-everything-you-need-to-know/ |access-date=October 26, 2020 |website=Tech Stunt |language=en-US |archive-date=October 31, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201031013236/https://techstunt.com/iphone-12-pro-review-everything-you-need-to-know/ |url-status=live }}

The front-facing, TrueDepth camera features a 12-megapixel camera with an f/2.2 aperture. This model also added Night Mode to the front-facing camera.

Sensors

The iPhone 12 and 12 Mini include mostly the same sensors found on prior iPhone models going back to the iPhone X. These include an accelerometer, gyroscope, barometer, proximity sensor, ambient light sensor, and a digital compass. The devices also include the Face ID sensor for biometric authentication.

{{See also|iOS|iOS 14|iOS 15|iOS 16|iOS 17|iOS 18}}

{{Further|iOS version history}}

Both phones originally shipped with iOS 14. The devices come with the stock iOS apps, such as Safari, Weather, and Messages, and they include Siri, the personal assistant in iOS. They received iOS 15 on September 20, 2021, iOS 16 on September 12, 2022, iOS 17 on September 18, 2023, and most recently, iOS 18 on September 16, 2024.{{Cite web |title=iOS 18 Preview |url=https://www.apple.com/ios/ios-18-preview/ |access-date=2024-06-10 |website=Apple |language=en-US}}

The iPhone 12 received largely positive reviews. The Verge called it a "beautiful, powerful, and incredibly capable device", praising the new design reminiscent of the iPhone 5, the speed of the A14 Bionic processor, its 5G capabilities, addition of the OLED display like on the high end iPhones, combined with much slimmer bezels than previous iPhone models and improved battery life over iPhone 11.{{cite news |url=https://www.theverge.com/21522988/iphone-12-review |title=Apple iPhone 12 review: raising the bar |last=Bohn |first=Dieter |website=The Verge |date=October 20, 2020 |access-date=July 2, 2021 |archive-date=May 28, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220528102443/https://www.theverge.com/21522988/iphone-12-review |url-status=live }} Engadget also gave the iPhone 12 a positive review, praising the MagSafe wireless charging and accessories magnetic attachment as well as the redesigned camera system, a greatly improved display like in its Pro counterparts.{{Cite web |last=Valazco |first=Chris |date=October 20, 2020 |title=iPhone 12 and 12 Pro review: Apple enters the 5G era |url=https://www.engadget.com/apple-iphone-12-12-pro-review-cameras-5g-performance-price-214630744.html |access-date=October 27, 2020 |website=Engadget |language=en |archive-date=November 17, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201117185602/https://www.engadget.com/apple-iphone-12-12-pro-review-cameras-5g-performance-price-214630744.html |url-status=live }}

iPhone 12 was the third best-selling and was the most popular model globally in Q2 2021.{{Cite web|title=Apple's iPhone 12 Pro Max and iPhone 11 were top sellers in Q2 2021, iPhone 12 mini got the cold shoulder|url=https://www.gsmarena.com/apples_iphone_12_pro_max_and_iphone_11_were_top_sellers_last_quarter-news-50076.php|access-date=August 3, 2021|website=GSMArena.com|language=en-US|archive-date=August 3, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210803042334/https://www.gsmarena.com/apples_iphone_12_pro_max_and_iphone_11_were_top_sellers_last_quarter-news-50076.php|url-status=live}}

Apple was criticized for the continued reliance on Face ID as the sole biometric option to unlock the device, which is incompatible with face masks. iOS 14.5 allowed the use of a paired Apple Watch to unlock the phone while wearing a mask, while iOS 15.4 allows unlocking with a mask on, without an Apple Watch. All models can still use a passcode to log in.{{Cite web |url=https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204060 |title=Use a passcode with your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch |website=Apple Support |access-date=November 11, 2020 |archive-date=April 28, 2015 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150428092931/https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204060 |url-status=live }}{{cite web |last=Tibken |first=Shara |title=iPhone 12 and the Touch ID button: Why Apple probably won't give it to us this year |website=CNET |date=October 13, 2020 |url=https://www.cnet.com/news/iphone-12-and-the-touch-id-button-why-apple-probably-wont-give-it-to-us-this-year/ |access-date=October 21, 2020 |archive-date=November 23, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201123065353/https://www.cnet.com/news/iphone-12-and-the-touch-id-button-why-apple-probably-wont-give-it-to-us-this-year/ |url-status=live }}{{cite web |last=Bloom |first=Jonathan |title=Face ID With a Mask? Here's How to Unlock Your iPhone in the Age of COVID-19 |website=NBC Bay Area |date=May 21, 2020 |url=https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/coronavirus/face-id-with-a-mask-heres-how-to-unlock-your-iphone-in-the-age-of-covid-19/2294624/ |access-date=October 20, 2020 |archive-date=November 25, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201125215940/https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/coronavirus/face-id-with-a-mask-heres-how-to-unlock-your-iphone-in-the-age-of-covid-19/2294624/ |url-status=live }}{{cite web |last=Collins |first=Katie |title=Our masks make Face ID useless. iPhone 12 did nothing to fix it |website=CNET |date=October 20, 2020 |url=https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-iphone-12-no-touch-id-button-face-id-useless-in-age-of-coronavirus-wearing-masks/ |access-date=October 20, 2020 |archive-date=November 23, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201123065356/https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-iphone-12-no-touch-id-button-face-id-useless-in-age-of-coronavirus-wearing-masks/ |url-status=live }}

The iPhone 12 mini has received more mixed reviews. Some praised the phone for being a new small phone, while others criticized the price and inferior battery life compared to the full-size 12{{cite news |url=https://www.theverge.com/21555295/iphone-12-mini-review |title=Apple iPhone 12 review: raising the bar |last=Bohn |first=Dieter |website=The Verge |date=November 9, 2020 |access-date=July 2, 2021 |archive-date=July 3, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210703140741/https://www.theverge.com/21555295/iphone-12-mini-review |url-status=live }} (although the battery life of the iPhone 12 mini is longer than that of the second-generation iPhone SE{{cite web |last= Charlton |first= Hartley |title= iPhone 12 Mini Reviews: The Best Small Smartphone but Battery Life 'Leaves Much to Be Desired' |date= November 9, 2020 |accessdate= July 9, 2021 |website= MacRumors |url= https://www.macrumors.com/review/iphone-12-mini/ |archive-date= July 9, 2021 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20210709190732/https://www.macrumors.com/review/iphone-12-mini/ |url-status= live }}).

Within two weeks after its public release, a thread was started at Apple Support Communities describing a problem with the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro OLED panel black pixels not shutting off completely in black scenes, resulting in what was described as "ugly glowing".{{Cite web |title=iPhone 12 OLED Screen Issue |date=November 4, 2020 |url=https://discussions.apple.com/thread/251997533 |access-date=January 28, 2021 |website=Apple Support Communities |language=en-US |archive-date=January 25, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210125232904/https://discussions.apple.com/thread/251997533 |url-status=live }} A considerable number of users have since posted replies reporting the same problem, photos and videos have been shared online demonstrating the issue. As of January 2021, Apple has not yet made an official statement.

Apple no longer includes either EarPods or a power adapter in the boxes of all iPhone 12 and 12 Pro models, claiming that it is an environmental initiative and no longer including them would reduce e-waste and permit smaller iPhone boxes, allowing more devices to be transported simultaneously to decrease its carbon footprint. The boxes only include a USB-C to Lightning cable, incompatible with the existing USB-A power adapters that Apple previously supplied with its devices. Users can still use their existing USB-A power adapters and cables but must purchase a USB-C power adapter sold separately to enable fast charging.

The iPhone 12 was sold in France with EarPods as the law required that smartphones be bundled with “hands-free kits” or a “headset” in order to protect children aged 14 and younger from electromagnetic radiation.{{Cite web |date=2023-04-03 |title=Projet de loi portant engagement national pour l'environnement |url=https://www.senat.fr/rap/l08-552-1/l08-552-1102.html |access-date=2024-09-04 |website=Sénat |language=fr-FR}}{{Cite web |date=2020-10-15 |title=iPhone 12 comes with free EarPods in France thanks to radiation laws |url=https://www.engadget.com/apple-iphone-12-france-earpods-included-122501246.html |access-date=2024-09-04 |website=Engadget |language=en-US}}

In December 2020, a Brazilian consumer rights watchdog Procon-SP Foundation requested Apple to provide proof that not including chargers is beneficial to the environment. The watchdog argues that Apple removing the charger is harming consumers and wants to force the company to include one as it claims the charger is an essential component.{{cite web |url=https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/361040 |title=Apple es obligada a incluir cargador en el iPhone por no demostrar 'beneficios ambientales´ |website=Entrepreneur |date=December 5, 2020 |access-date=December 6, 2020 |language=es |archive-date=December 6, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201206060046/https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/361040 |url-status=live }}

The Verge reported the reason power adapters and EarPods are no longer included could be to offset the increased cost of 5G components. These new components are reported to cost 30% more than their predecessors.{{cite web|url=https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/16/21519466/apple-iphone-12-chargers-airpods-greenhouse-gas-emissions-e-waste|title=Apple ditching chargers saves costs but not the planet|website=theverge.com|date=October 16, 2020|language=en-US|access-date=November 4, 2020|archive-date=November 2, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201102230337/https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/16/21519466/apple-iphone-12-chargers-airpods-greenhouse-gas-emissions-e-waste|url-status=live}}

iFixit and Australian YouTuber Hugh Jeffreys discovered that a number of key components such as the cameras would malfunction or display warnings if they are replaced with new ones or those taken from an otherwise identical donor unit.{{Cite web |last=O'Donnell |first=Deirdre |date=November 27, 2020 |title=The iPhone 12 proves extremely repair-unfriendly in a new video |url=https://www.notebookcheck.net/The-iPhone-12-proves-extremely-repair-unfriendly-in-a-new-video.501402.0.html |access-date=November 29, 2020 |website=Notebookcheck |language=en |archive-date=November 10, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201110131338/https://www.notebookcheck.net/The-iPhone-12-proves-extremely-repair-unfriendly-in-a-new-video.501402.0.html |url-status=live }} Internal Apple documents also mention that, beginning with the iPhone 12 and in subsequent models, authorized technicians would have to run the phones through an internal System Configuration tool to reprogram repaired units in order to account for hardware changes. While Apple has yet to comment on the issue, the inability to replace key system components have raised concerns about right to repair and planned obsolescence.{{Cite web |date=November 27, 2020 |title=Is This the End of the Repairable iPhone? |url=https://www.ifixit.com/News/45921/is-this-the-end-of-the-repairable-iphone |access-date=November 29, 2020 |website=iFixit |language=en |archive-date=August 26, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220826224329/https://www.ifixit.com/News/45921/is-this-the-end-of-the-repairable-iphone |url-status=live }} However, the iPhone 12 Mini does not have this issue.{{Cite web |date=November 13, 2020 |title=iPhone 12 mini Teardown |url=https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/iPhone+12+mini+Teardown/138505 |access-date=January 3, 2021 |website=iFixit |language=en |archive-date=January 16, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210116221235/https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/iPhone+12+mini+Teardown/138505 |url-status=live }} Apple later addressed the issue with the release of iOS 14.4, which displays a warning message if the phone detects an unpaired camera module but otherwise allows for full functionality.{{Cite web |url=https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-releases-ios-14-4-with-security-fix-iphone-camera-improvements/ |title=Apple releases iOS 14.4 with iPhone camera improvements |first=Ry |last=Crist |date=January 27, 2021 |website=CNET |access-date=February 4, 2021 |archive-date=February 4, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210204173625/https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-releases-ios-14-4-with-security-fix-iphone-camera-improvements/ |url-status=live }}

In September 2023, the French watchdog agency {{ill|Agence nationale des fréquences|fr}} notified Apple that sales of the iPhone 12 must be halted in France due to the device exceeding the legal specific absorption rate for consumer electronics. The agency also requested that Apple must recall all iPhone 12s that have been produced in order to meet safety regulations. However, this coincided with the release of the iPhone 15 models where Apple also discontinued the iPhone 12 globally.{{Cite web |url=https://www.reuters.com/technology/french-watchdog-halts-iphone-12-sales-over-too-high-radiation-minister-2023-09-12/| title = French watchdog halts iPhone 12 sales over too-high radiation - minister | date=September 12, 2023 | website = Reuters | access-date = September 12, 2023}}

Despite the move however, France's digital minister did emphasize the iPhone 12's radiation levels{{Cite web |title=Apple Regulatory Information |url=https://regulatoryinfo.apple.com/rfexposure/iphone13,3/en |access-date=October 6, 2023 |website=regulatoryinfo.apple.com}} remained well below the threshold deemed harmful by scientific studies. Even Apple, "...disputed the findings and said the device complies with regulations..." [Regulations | source 39]. This highlighted a discrepancy between the agency's tests and real-world phone usage scenarios.{{Cite web |date=September 13, 2023 |title=The iPhone 12 emits too much radiation and Apple must take it off the market, French agency says |url=https://apnews.com/article/france-apple-iphone-radiation-b51b82309100f959c83a2a19536dc934 |access-date=October 6, 2023 |website=AP News |language=en}}

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