Apple iPhone 12 molds reveal desing: What we know so far

The physical molds are said to be based on the schematics and are primarily produced for the case makers to start building cases for the upcoming iPhones beforehand.

Apple iPhone 11 Pro (Apple)

Previous leaks and rumours have already pointed out that this year's iPhone 12 models could sport a flatter look, just like the iPhone 5/5S but with a bigger screen and smaller notch. Backing up this claim yet again are some new images of the iPhone 12 molds posted by a user on Twitter. The physical molds are said to be based on the schematics and are primarily produced for the case makers to start building cases for the upcoming iPhones beforehand.

As seen in the images, the molds are seen in at least four different screen sizes. These also correspond to the previous leaks regarding iPhone 12, 12 Max, 12 Pro and 12 Pro Max. However, the highlight here are the flat bezels on the sizes instead of curved ones that we have been seeing ever since the iPhone 6 came out. Apple was recently seen moving back to a flat side-bezel look with its latest iPad Pro tablet.

The sides are squared off, just like the rumored #iPhone12 #iPhone12Pro pic.twitter.com/u2lg4pcxSV

— 🇳🇿JinStore® (@Jin_Store) June 14, 2020

For those unaware, Apple is scheduled to begin mass production of its iPhones by next month. Recently, Samsung and BOE failed to meet the screen requirements for the iPhone 12. They are yet to re-apply for the process.

Apple iPhone 12 specifications

As for the display, all the new upcoming iPhones are said to feature OLED panels. Last year, while the 11 Pro and 11 Pro Max came with OLED screens, the iPhone 11 came with LCD panel. There might be three models this time as well with 5.4-inch, 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch screen sizes. This will also make the iPhone 5.4-inch the smallest ever iPhone to come with edge-to-edge screen.

Rumours add that the iPhone 12 models will feature 120Hz refresh rate 'ProMotion' screens For those unaware, Apple has already introduced 120Hz refresh rate 'ProMotion' for its iPad line up back in 2017.

As for the camera, the 5.4-inch models are expected to sport two rear cameras which will most likely include an ultra-wide and a wide-angle lens. The same can be expected for the 6.1-inch model. The high-end iPhone 12 is expected to boast of three lenses that were found in the 11 Pro and the 11 Pro Max in addition to a new ToF (Time of Flight) 3D sensor. This is similar to the TrueDepth camera system that is used by the front camera in iPhones. The inclusion may result in better portrait shots and AR depth effects.

It is safe to assume that all three iPhone 12 models will run on Apple's A14 processor. Apple has been upgrading its CPU every year with a sequential moniker. This processor might be produced by TSMC using the 5nm process. It is worth adding that A13 was made using 7nm process. Although Apple never reveals the RAM in the iPhones, we expect it to feature up to 6GB RAM.

Yes, iOS 14 will also come out of the box with the iPhone 12 devices. This has been a schedule for Apple since years now. A few days after the release of the new iPhones, the iOS 14 is expected to reach older models.

Apple iPhone 12 prices

It is very difficult to predict the price of the Apple iPhone 12 models for now. Since the company's last year's iPhone 11 started at $699, the 5.4-inch iPhone 12 might be priced the same if not less. One can expect the price of the 6.1-inch model to stay slightly above that of iPhone 11's $699 while the price of 6.7-inch iPhone 12 might be more than the 11 Pro Max.