iPhone 5
The 2012 redesign — taller screen, aluminium body, Lightning port.
The iPhone 5 is a flagship Apple smartphone released Sep 2012, with a launch price of $649. It pairs the Apple A6 with a 4.0" LCD display, a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera and a 1,440 mAh battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 30/100 — The 2012 iPhone that brought Lightning and a taller screen. Standout strengths: introduced the lightning connector, replacing the 30-pin dock. and first taller 4-inch iphone display. Main trade-off: tiny 1,440 mah battery.
The 2012 iPhone that brought Lightning and a taller screen.
The iPhone 5 introduced the Lightning port and the 4-inch display. It is firmly a vintage device — a milestone in connector history more than a usable phone.
Read the full review- Introduced the Lightning connector, replacing the 30-pin dock.
- First taller 4-inch iPhone display.
- Light, all-aluminium unibody.
- First iPhone with LTE.
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When was the iPhone 5 released?
The iPhone 5 was released in Sep 2012.
How much does the iPhone 5 cost?
The iPhone 5 launched at $649 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the iPhone 5 screen size and type?
The iPhone 5 has a 4.0" LCD display.
What chipset does the iPhone 5 use?
The iPhone 5 is powered by the Apple A6 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the iPhone 5 have?
The iPhone 5 ships with 1 GB · 16 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What is the iPhone 5 battery capacity?
The iPhone 5 has a 1,440 mAh battery.
How fast does the iPhone 5 charge?
The iPhone 5 supports ~5 W (Lightning) wired charging.
Does the iPhone 5 have wireless charging?
The iPhone 5 does not support wireless charging.
What is the iPhone 5 main camera?
The iPhone 5 has a 8 MP · f/2.4 main camera.
How much does the iPhone 5 weigh?
The iPhone 5 weighs 112 g.
What colours does the iPhone 5 come in?
The iPhone 5 is available in 2 colours: Black & Slate, White & Silver.
Is the iPhone 5 worth buying?
The iPhone 5 introduced the Lightning port and the 4-inch display. It is firmly a vintage device — a milestone in connector history more than a usable phone. SpecEagle gives the iPhone 5 an editorial score of 30/100.
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