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Apple iPhone 5
4-inch Retina
Apple A6
8MP iSight
1.2MP FaceTime
16/32/64GB
LTE Support
Lightning
112 grams
Bluetooth 4.0
GSM/CDMA
Apple iPhone 5
Display System
4-inch widescreen Multi-Touch
1136-by-640 resolution at 326 ppi
Platform
Apple A6 chip
iOS operating system
Camera System
8MP iSight rear camera
1.2MP FaceTime HD front camera
Battery
Up to 8 hours talk time (3G)
Up to 10 hours video playback
Connectivity
LTE, UMTS/HSPA+, GSM/EDGE
Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n, Bluetooth 4.0
Storage
16GB, 32GB, or 64GB internal
Non-expandable storage
Timeline & Release
The Apple iPhone 5 was announced on 12 September 2012, and released in the United States on 21 September 2012. It was offered in 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB configurations.
- Canonical model family: A1428 / A1429 / A1442
- Regional variants / SKU codes listed in source: A1428 (GSM), A1429 (CDMA/GSM), A1442 (Back cover identifier)
Physical Structure
The device features a flat glass front and an anodised aluminium back. It is designed to be thin and lightweight, measuring 4.87 inches in height, 2.31 inches in width, and 0.30 inches in depth, with a total weight of 112 grams.
Display System
The 4-inch Retina display provides a widescreen experience with a resolution of 1136-by-640 pixels. It includes an 800:1 contrast ratio and a maximum brightness of 500 cd/m2. The front is protected by a fingerprint-resistant oleophobic coating.
Camera System
The 8-megapixel iSight camera supports 1080p HD video recording at 30 frames per second, featuring autofocus, LED flash, and improved video stabilisation. The front-facing FaceTime HD camera captures 1.2MP photos and 720p HD video.
Platform & Software
Powered by the Apple A6 chip, the iPhone 5 runs on iOS. It includes sensors such as a three-axis gyro, accelerometer, proximity sensor, and ambient light sensor to support various system features and applications.
Battery & Charging
The device uses a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery. Charging is performed via the Lightning connector to a computer system or power adapter.
Connectivity & Sensors
The iPhone 5 supports a range of cellular networks including LTE, UMTS/HSPA+/DC-HSDPA, and GSM/EDGE. Wireless connectivity includes 802.11a/b/g/n Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 4.0. Location services are provided by Assisted GPS, GLONASS, a digital compass, Wi-Fi, and cellular triangulation.
In the Box
- iPhone 5
- Apple EarPods with Remote and Mic
- Lightning to USB Cable
- USB Power Adapter
- Documentation
Summary
The Apple iPhone 5 (A1428 / A1429 / A1442) is a 2012-era smartphone featuring a 4-inch Retina display, A6 chip, and an aluminium design. It introduced the Lightning connector and supports LTE, GSM, and CDMA networks.
| Launch Price (MSRP): | Current Market Price: |
|---|---|
| US$199 |