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The Apple iPhone 5 was a smartphone released in 2012. It featured a 4-inch display, an 8-megapixel camera, and a dual-core processor. It was discontinued in 2016.

Apple iPhone 5 Price

At the time of it's release in 2012, September 21, the manufacturer's retail price for a new Apple iPhone 5 was about 340 EUR.

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Frequently Asked Questions(FAQs)

What type of display does the Apple iPhone 5 have?

The Apple iPhone 5 has a 4-inch Retina display.

How to reset or factory restore a Apple iPhone 5 device?

The most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore an Apple iPhone 5 device are: 1. Using iTunes: This is the most straightforward method to reset or restore your iPhone 5. Connect your device to your computer using a USB cable, open iTunes, and then select your iPhone 5 from the list of connected devices on the left side of the screen. Once your device is selected, click on the "Summary" tab, and then click on the "Restore" button under the "Options" section. Choose whether you want to restore your device from a backup or factory settings, and then click on "OK" to begin the process. 2. Using Recovery Mode: If your iPhone 5 becomes unresponsive or frozen, you may not be able to connect it to iTunes. In such a scenario, you can use Recovery Mode to restore your device. To enter Recovery Mode, turn off your device, press and hold the Home button and the Sleep/Wake button simultaneously until the Recovery Mode screen appears. Once in Recovery Mode, connect your device to your computer using a USB cable, and then select your iPhone 5 from the list of connected devices in iTunes. Follow the same steps as above, but instead of restoring from a backup, select "Restore from iTunes Backup" to restore your device from a previous backup, or simply choose "Restore from Factory Settings" to restore your device to its original state. 3. Using DFU Mode: If your iPhone 5 is completely dead or won't turn on at all, you may need to use DFU (Device Firmware Update) Mode to restore your device. To enter DFU Mode, connect your device to your computer using a USB cable, then press and hold the Home button and the Sleep/Wake button simultaneously until the device turns off. Release the Sleep/Wake button, but continue to press the Home button. Once you see a screen that displays a charging icon, release the Home button. Your iPhone 5 is now in DFU Mode. Follow the same steps as above, but instead of selecting "Restore from iTunes Backup" or "Restore from Factory Settings," select "Update" and then choose the appropriate firmware update from the list of available updates. It's worth noting that each of these methods will erase all data on your iPhone 5, so be sure to backup your important files and settings before attempting to reset or restore your device.

What type of processor does the Apple iPhone 5 have?

The Apple iPhone 5 has an A6 chip with dual-core graphics.

What are the features of the Apple iPhone 5?

The Apple iPhone 5 has an 8MP iSight camera, a FaceTime HD camera, and a 10-hour battery life.


Specifications

Network

TechnologyGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - GSM A1428
LTE 850 / 1800 / 2100 - GSM A1429
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700 / 1900 / 2100 - GSM A1428
4G bands4, 17 - GSM A1428
SpeedHSPA 42.2/5.76 Mbps, LTE Cat3 100/50 Mbps, EV-DO Rev.A 3.1 Mbps

Launch

Announced2012, September 12. Released 2012, September 21
StatusDiscontinued

Body

Dimensions123.8 x 58.6 x 7.6 mm (4.87 x 2.31 x 0.30 in)
Weight112 g (3.95 oz)
BuildGlass front (Corning-made glass), aluminum back, aluminum frame
SIMNano-SIM

Display

TypeIPS LCD
Size4.0 inches, 44.1 cm2 (~60.8% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution640 x 1136 pixels, 16:9 ratio (~326 ppi density)
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass, oleophobic coating

Platform

OSiOS 6, upgradable to iOS 10.3.4
ChipsetApple A6 (32 nm)
CPUDual-core 1.3 GHz Swift (ARM v7-based)
GPUPowerVR SGX 543MP3 (triple-core graphics)

Memory

Card slotNo
Internal16GB 1GB RAM, 32GB 1GB RAM, 64GB 1GB RAM

Main Camera

Single8 MP, f/2.4, 33mm (standard), 1/3.2", 1.4µm, AF
FeaturesLED flash, panorama, HDR
Video1080p@30fps

Selfie camera

Single1.2 MP, f/2.4, 35mm (standard)
Featuresface detection, FaceTime over Wi-Fi or Cellular
Video720p@30fps

Sound

LoudspeakerYes
3.5mm jackYes
16-bit/44.1kHz audio

Comms

WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n, dual-band, hotspot
Bluetooth4.0, A2DP, LE
PositioningGPS, A-GPS, GLONASS
RadioNo
USBLightning, USB 2.0

Features

SensorsAccelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass

Battery

TypeLi-Po 1440 mAh, non-removable (5.45 Wh)
Stand-byUp to 225 h (3G)
Talk timeUp to 8 h (3G)

Misc

ColorsBlack/Slate, White/Silver
ModelsA1428, A1429, A1442, iPhone5,1, iPhone5,2
SAR1.18 W/kg (head)     1.18 W/kg (body)
SAR EU0.95 W/kg (head)     0.90 W/kg (body)
PriceAbout 340 EUR

Tests

PerformanceBasemark X: 2229
DisplayContrast ratio: 1320:1 (nominal) / 3.997:1 (sunlight)
CameraPhoto / Video
LoudspeakerVoice 66dB / Noise 66dB / Ring 67dB
Audio qualityNoise -91.3dB / Crosstalk -76.5dB
Battery lifeEndurance rating 51h

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