iPhone 12

iOS 17.4 has an unexpected charging benefit for iPhone 12 owners

While still not getting the full charging speed that Qi2 allows, the iPhone 12 now charges a bit faster after the iOS 17.4 release.

William Gallagher | 8 months ago

New iPhone comparison page tells you why you need to upgrade

If you're still on an iPhone 11 or iPhone 12 series model, Apple wants you to know why you should upgrade to one of any iPhone 15 models with a new comparison tool.

Wesley Hilliard | 8 months ago

Apple kickstarted 5G and now 2 billion smartphones have it

The worldwide total sales of 5G smartphones has now exceeded 2 billion, spearheaded by Apple's iPhone 12 and newer models.

William Gallagher | 9 months ago

Apple's September 2023 in review: 'Wonderlust,' iPhone 15, a French iPhone ban, and more

The long-awaited iPhone 15 came out at September 2023's "Wonderlust" event, along with the much-rumored switch from Lightning to USB-C, but France still had a bone to pick with the iPhone 12.

William Gallagher | 11 months ago

French government leaks late October release date for iOS 17.1

France's radiation watchdog has leaked the impending release of iOS 17.1 by October 24, with fixes that will end the iPhone 12 radio frequency exposure controversy and potential recall threat.

Amber Neely | 1 year ago

France's iPhone 12 modem power testing was radically different than the standard

A support document by Apple details how France's iPhone 12 radio power testing differed greatly from international standards, which will lead to the iOS 17.1 update cutting power to the model's modem.

Mike Wuerthele | 1 year ago

France won't recall iPhone 12, as modem-limiting iOS update has been approved

Apple's iOS update meant to appease France over alleged radiation issues with the iPhone 12 has been approved, so the ban on sales will be lifted.

William Gallagher | 1 year ago

Apple submits update that will weaken iPhone 12 modem to French government

As it said it would, Apple has developed an update to turn down the strength of the radio on the cellular modem on the iPhone 12, and has now submitted it to the French government for analysis.

Mike Wuerthele | 1 year ago

iPhone 15 Pro Max versus iPhone 12 Pro Max — Specs and features, compared

Most iPhone owners don't upgrade every year. If history is any indication, there will be a lot of iPhone 12 Pro Max owners looking to upgrade to the iPhone 15 Pro Max. Here's what has changed to the top model in three years.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

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Apple will issue iOS update to appease France over RF exposure row

To avoid a recall of all the iPhone 12 units sold in France, Apple has announced that it will address concerns over radiation exposure limits with an update.

William Gallagher | 1 year ago

Apple attempts to control the message around France's iPhone 12 RF radiation debacle

France is threatening a recall of all iPhone 12 models due to concerns over radio frequency exposure, and Apple has instructed staff control messaging on the matter.

Wesley Hilliard | 1 year ago

France iPhone 12 ban over RF power induces Belgium to ask questions too

Belgium has joined the list of countries reviewing potential health risks associated with iPhone 12 radio power levels, following concerns expressed by French regulators.

Amber Neely | 1 year ago

Apple denies that iPhone 12 modem exceeds French limits on radio exposure

As expected, Apple has refuted French ministry claims that the iPhone 12 exceeds legal limits for radio frequency exposure, and will fight the sales ban.

Mike Wuerthele | 1 year ago

France threatens total recall of iPhone 12 over RF power concerns

At about the same time the iPhone 15 launched, France has declared that the iPhone 12 cannot be sold in the country, because it reportedly exceeds the country's legal limit for radio frequency exposure.

Mike Wuerthele | 1 year ago

Apple's iPhone dominated 2022 smartphone sales

Apple continues to be the top-selling smartphone vendor in the world, with iPhone lines occupying eight of the top ten in global sales rankings for 2022.

Malcolm Owen | 1 year ago

iPhone 14 Pro has the best speed in more than just processing

There is a new report out about the world's fastest 5G mobile devices, and the iPhone 14 Pro family sits in the top spot in most countries.

Andrew Orr | 2 years ago

Twelve South HiRise 3 review: Great design but not MFi-approved

The Twelve South HiRise 3 is a three-device charger that solves a specific problem with most MagSafe chargers but doesn't bear Apple's MFi approval.

Andrew O'Hara | 2 years ago

Belkin launches first Apple-approved 15W MagSafe car charger

More than two years after the launch of MagSafe, the first Apple-Authorized car charger is here. Belkin's new Boost Charger Pro Wireless Car Charger with MagSafe is available from Apple starting today.

Andrew O'Hara | 2 years ago

Third-party MagSafe accessories are about to look a lot nicer

Third-party MagSafe chargers are about to become much more varied, as Apple is now offering an updated MagSafe module to manufacturers that isn't the bright white circle that has been standard since launch.

Andrew O'Hara | 2 years ago