The iPhone 5, released in September 2012, represented a major redesign and technological leap for Apple’s smartphone lineup. Featuring a larger 4-inch Retina display, a slimmer and lighter aluminum body, and the new Lightning connector, it delivered a fresh, modern look with improved portability. Powered by the fast and efficient A6 chip, the iPhone 5 offered smoother performance, faster graphics, and support for 4G LTE networks. With its refined design, enhanced camera, and iOS 6 integration, the iPhone 5 set a new benchmark for elegance, speed, and connectivity in smartphones.
iPhone 5 Specifications
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Model Name: iPhone 5
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Model Numbers: A1428 (GSM), A1429 (Global/CDMA), A1442 (China)
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Release Date: September 2012
Network:
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Technology: GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
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2G Bands: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900; CDMA 800 / 1900 / 2100
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3G Bands: HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
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4G Bands: LTE (varies by region and carrier)
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Speed: HSPA, EV-DO Rev.A, LTE
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SIM: Nano-SIM
Body:
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Dimensions: 123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm (4.87 x 2.31 x 0.30 in)
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Weight: 112 g (3.95 oz)
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Build: Aluminum body, glass front, aluminum back
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Colors: Black/Slate, White/Silver
Display:
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Type: IPS LCD, capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors
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Size: 4.0 inches (~60.8% screen-to-body ratio)
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Resolution: 640 x 1136 pixels (~326 ppi density)
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Protection: Corning Gorilla Glass, oleophobic coating
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Feature: Retina Display
Platform:
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Operating System: iOS 6 (upgradable to iOS 10.3.4)
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Chipset: Apple A6 (32 nm)
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CPU: Dual-core 1.3 GHz Swift (ARM v7-based)
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GPU: PowerVR SGX543MP3 (triple-core graphics)
Memory:
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Internal Storage: 16 GB / 32 GB / 64 GB
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RAM: 1 GB
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Card Slot: No
Main Camera:
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8 MP, f/2.4, 33mm (standard), autofocus, LED flash
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Features: Touch focus, face detection, panorama, HDR
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Video: 1080p@30fps, LED video light, stereo sound
Front Camera:
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1.2 MP, f/2.4, 720p@30fps
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Features: FaceTime over Wi-Fi or cellular, face detection
Sound:
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Loudspeaker: Yes
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3.5mm jack: Yes
Connectivity:
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WLAN: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band
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Bluetooth: 4.0, A2DP, LE
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GPS: Yes, with A-GPS and GLONASS
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USB: Lightning, USB 2.0
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Cellular Data: 4G LTE, 3G HSPA, EVDO
Sensors:
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Accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Battery:
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Type: Non-removable Li-Po 1440 mAh battery (5.45 Wh)
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Talk Time: Up to 8 hours (3G)
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Music Play: Up to 40 hours
Misc:
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Connector: Lightning port (first iPhone to feature it)