After wrapping up its much-awaited iPhone 12 launch, Apple unveiled an exciting line-up with a wide-ranging price bracket at midnight, on Wednesday. The 'Hi-Speed' event revealed four new iPhones, in brand new designs and they will also be able to support 5G wireless networks. Apart from these, it also introduced the HomePod mini, a more affordable (and a mini) version of the Apple HomePod smart speaker. If you missed out on catching the event live, we've got you covered with the important highlights that you can brush up on:
The launch that left most users at on the edge of their seats: the iPhone 12 series. Equipped with 5G wireless networks and a sleek new design, the iPhone 12 now has two rear cameras that will help you get stellar nighttime photos. The new line-ups feature an expansive, edge-to-edge Super Retina® XDR display. So, expect a brighter, more immersive viewing experience -- along with a new ceramic shield front cover. This takes the durability on your iPhone a notch-up; more than any other iPhone has ever had.
Availability: From October 30 onwards
Price: INR 79,900
In contrast to the previous 'mini' versions unveiled by Apple, this time around, you can have your phone with an edge-to-edge 5.4-inch screen. If that's not all, you can also enjoy almost all the specs of the iPhone 12 in the iPhone 12 Mini -- and we think that's great!
Availability: From October 30 onwards
Price: INR 69,900
Setting a higher benchmark, iPhone 12 Max is now Apple's biggest phone ever. Your iPhone 12 Max will feature three impressive back cameras that offer a 5X optical zoom range. Apart from this, it will also include other features, including the LIDAR sensor which will contribute to improving augmented reality apps, faster autofocus amongst others. With a cutting-edge design, it also comes with a stainless steel outer band in striking shades of graphite, silver, gold, and pacific blue.
Availability: From October 30 onwards.
Price: iPhone 12 Max INR 119,900; iPhone 12 Pro INR 129,900, respectively.
A chic, new development included the launch of the HomePod Mini. Now in a more contemporary, rounded-shape the HomePod Mini will have similar touch controls on the top. It also allows other features at an affordable range, including Siri integration and quick-synching with a nearby iPhone when required.
Availability: From November 16 onwards.
Price: INR 9,900
Other updates:
Wireless charging: Apple reintroduced the wireless charging feature with its iPhone 12 range, including two different options. Apple introduced the MagSafe Charger, once again, for charging one device at a time and the MagSafe Charger Duo for charging two at a time. It now also includes a flip-up spot to charge your Apple Watch.
No headphones, wall-chargers: Much to the dismay of several, Apple has excluded the headphones jack and the wall-charger from the iPhone box this time around. In fact, you will not even have the wired EarPods in your box, and will only find a USB Type-C cable.