- Apple iPhone 12 mini — Specifications
- Brand and model
- Information about the brand, model and model alias (if any) of a specific device.
- Design
- Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, shown in different measurement units. Body materials, available colors, certifications.
- SIM card
- The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) is used in mobile devices for storing data authenticating the subscribers of mobile services.
- Networks
- A mobile (cellular) network is a radio system, which allows a large number of mobile devices to communicate with each other.
- Mobile network technologies and bandwidth
- Communication between devices within mobile networks is realized via various generations of network technologies, which provide different bandwidth.
- Operating system
- Operating system is the system software, which manages and controls the functioning of the hardware components of the device.
- System on Chip (SoC)
- A system on a chip (SoC) includes into a single chip some of the main hardware components of the mobile device.
- Storage
- Every mobile device has a built-in storage (internal memory) with a fixed capacity.
- Display
- The display of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
- Sensors
- Different sensors measure different physical quantities and convert them into signals recognizable by the mobile device.
- Rear camera
- The primary camera of the mobile device is usually placed on its back and can be combined with one or more additional cameras.
- Front camera
- Modern smartphones have one or more front cameras and their positioning has led to various design concepts – pop-up camera, rotating camera, notch, punch hole, under-display camera, etc.
- Audio
- Information about the type of speakers and the audio technologies supported by the device.
- Tracking/Positioning
- Information about the positioning and navigation technologies supported by the device.
- Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless data connections between various devices within a short range.
- Bluetooth
- Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between different types of devices over short distances.
- The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
- Headphone jack
- The headphone jack is an audio phone connector, a.k.a. an audio jack. The most widely used one in mobile devices is the 3.5 mm headphone jack.
- Connectivity
- Information about other important connectivity technologies supported by the devices.
- Browser
- A web browser is a software application for accessing, fetching, displaying and navigating through information on the World Wide Web.
- Audio file formats/codecs
- Mobile devices support various audio file formats and codecs, which respectively store and code/decode digital audio data.
- Video file formats/codecs
- Mobile devices support various video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and code/decode digital video data.
- Battery
- The batteries of mobile devices differ in capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge needed for the functioning of the devices.
Apple iPhone 12 mini — Specifications
Dimensions: 76.7 x 152.5 x 8.9 mm
Weight: 205 g
SoC: MediaTek MT6582
CPU: 2x Firestorm, 4x Icestorm, 1300 MHz, Cores: 6
GPU: 500 MHz, Cores: 2
RAM: 1 GB, 533 MHz
Storage: 64 GB, 128 GB, 256 GB
Display: 5.5 in, IPS, 720 x 1280 pixels, 24 bit
Battery: 4600 mAh, Li-Ion
OS: Android 5.1 Lollipop
Camera: 4032 x 3024 pixels, 1920 x 1080 pixels, 30 fps
SIM card: Micro-SIM
Wi-Fi: b, g, n, Wi-Fi Hotspot
USB: 2.0, Micro USB
Bluetooth: 4.0
Positioning: GPS, A-GPS
Brand and model
Information about the brand, model and model alias (if any) of a specific device.
Brand name of the company that manufactures the device.
Model name of the device.
Аlternative names, under which the model is known.
A2403
A2402
A2404
Design
Information about the dimensions and weight of the device, shown in different measurement units. Body materials, available colors, certifications.
Information about the width, i.e. the horizontal side of the device when it is used in its standard orientation.
7.67 cm (centimeters)
0.252 ft (feet)
3.02 in (inches)
Information about the height, i.e. the vertical side of the device when it is used in its standard orientation.
15.25 cm (centimeters)
0.5 ft (feet)
6.004 in (inches)
Information about the thickness/depth of the device in different measurement units.
0.89 cm (centimeters)
0.029 ft (feet)
0.35 in (inches)
Information about the weight of the device in different measurement units.
0.45 lbs (pounds)
7.26 oz (ounces)
Estimated volume of the device, calculated from the dimensions provided by the manufacturer. Applies for devices in the form of a rectangular parallelepiped.
6.32 in³ (cubic inches)
Information about the colors, in which the device is available in the market.
Gray
Pink
Gold
Materials used in the fabrication of the device’s body.
SIM card
The Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) is used in mobile devices for storing data authenticating the subscribers of mobile services.
Information about the type and size (form factor) of the SIM card used in the device.
Information about the number of SIM cards, supported by the device.
Networks
A mobile (cellular) network is a radio system, which allows a large number of mobile devices to communicate with each other.
GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) was developed to replace the analog cellular network (1G), therefore it is referred to as a 2G mobile network. It has been improved with the addition of General Packet Radio Services (GPRS) and later via the Enhanced Data rates for GSM Evolution (EDGE) technology.
GSM 900 MHz
GSM 1800 MHz
GSM 1900 MHz
UMTS stands for Universal Mobile Telecommunications System. Based on the GSM standard, it is deemed as a 3G mobile network standard. It has been developed by the 3GPP and its major advantage is the provision of greater bandwidth and spectral efficiency, due to the W-CDMA technology.
LTE is deemed to be the fourth generation (4G) of mobile communications technology. It has been developed by the 3GPP based on the GSM/EDGE and UMTS/HSPA technologies in order to increase the speed and capacity of wireless data networks. A further development of the technology is called LTE Advanced.
LTE-FDD 700 MHz (B13)
LTE-FDD 700 MHz (B14)
LTE-FDD 700 MHz (B17)
LTE-FDD 700 MHz (B29)
LTE-FDD 800 MHz (B20)
LTE-FDD 850 MHz (B5)
LTE-FDD 850 MHz (B18)
LTE-FDD 850 MHz (B19)
LTE-FDD 850 MHz (B26)
LTE-FDD 900 MHz (B8)
LTE-FDD 1700 MHz (B4)
LTE-FDD 1800 MHz (B3)
LTE-FDD 1900 MHz (B2)
LTE-FDD 1900 MHz (B25)
LTE-FDD 2100 MHz (B1)
LTE-FDD 2600 MHz (B7)
LTE-TDD 1900 MHz (B39)
LTE-TDD 2000 MHz (B34)
LTE-TDD 2300 MHz (B40)
LTE-TDD 2500 MHz (B41)
LTE-TDD 2600 MHz (B38)
LTE-FDD 2300 MHz (B30)
LTE-FDD 600 MHz (B71)
LTE-TDD 3500 MHz (B42)
LTE-TDD 5200 MHz (B46)
LTE-TDD 3500 MHz (B48)
The 5G (fifth generation) mobile networks use the new radio access technology (RAT) developed by 3GPP, dubbed 5G NR and deemed as the global standard for the air interface of 5G networks. 5G NR operates in two frequency ranges — FR1 (sub-6 GHz) and FR2 (above 24 GHz). In the FR1 frequency range, the 5G mobile networks use a number of bands, some of which are traditionally used by previous standards. The FR2 provides shorter range but higher available bandwidth than bands in the FR1.
5G-FDD 700 MHz (n12)
5G-FDD 700 MHz (n28)
5G-FDD 800 MHz (n20)
5G-FDD 850 MHz (n5)
5G-FDD 900 MHz (n8)
5G-FDD 1700 MHz (n66)
5G-FDD 1800 MHz (n3)
5G-FDD 1900 MHz (n2)
5G-FDD 1900 MHz (n25)
5G-FDD 2100 MHz (n1)
5G-TDD 2300 MHz (n40)
5G-TDD 2500 MHz (n41)
5G-FDD 2600 MHz (n7)
5G-TDD 2600 MHz (n38)
5G-TDD 3500 MHz (n78)
5G-TDD 3700 MHz (n77)
5G-TDD 4700 MHz (n79)
5G mmWave 39 GHz (n260)
5G mmWave 28 GHz (n261)
Mobile network technologies and bandwidth
Communication between devices within mobile networks is realized via various generations of network technologies, which provide different bandwidth.
There are several network technologies that enhance the performance of mobile networks mainly by increased data bandwidth. Information about the communication technologies supported by the device and their respective uplink and downlink bandwidth.
EDGE
GPRS
HSPA+ (HSDPA 42.2 Mbit/s )
Operating system
Operating system is the system software, which manages and controls the functioning of the hardware components of the device.
Information about the operating system used by the device as well as its version.
System on Chip (SoC)
A system on a chip (SoC) includes into a single chip some of the main hardware components of the mobile device.
The SoC integrates different hardware components such as the CPU, GPU, memory, peripherals, interfaces, etc., as well as software for their functioning.
Information about the process technology used in manufacturing the chip. The value in nanometers represents half the distance between elements that make up the CPU.
CPU is the Central Processing Unit or the processor of a mobile device. Its main function is to interpret and execute instructions contained in software applications.
The CPU bits are determined by the bit-size of the processor registers, address buses and data buses. 64-bit CPUs provide better performance than 32-bit ones, which on their part perform better than 16-bit processors.
The instruction set architecture (ISA) is a set of commands used by the software to manage the CPU’s work. Information about the set of instructions the processor can execute.
The cache memory is used by the processor in order to shorten the time needed to access data and instructions that a frequently used. The L1 (level 1) cache memory has a small volume, but operates faster than the RAM and the rest cache memory levels. If the processor does not find the data needed in L1, it continues to look for it in the L2 cache memory. In some processors the search in L1 and L2 is simultaneous.
The L2 (level 2) cache memory is slower than L1, but has a larger capacity, instead, which allows it to cache more data. Just like L1, it is much faster than the system memory (RAM). If the CPU does not find the data needed in L2, it proceeds to look for them in the L3 cache memory (if there is such) or in the RAM.
0.5 MB (megabytes)
A CPU core is the processor unit, which executes software instructions. Presently, besides single-core processors, there are dual-core, quad-core, hexa-core and so on multi-core processors. They increase the performance of the device allowing the execution of multiple instructions in parallel.
The frequency of the processor describes its clock rate in cycles per second. It is measured in Megahertz (MHz) or Gigahertz (GHz).
Similar to the CPU, the GPU consists of processing units called cores. They handle the computation of graphics in various applications.
The frequency is the clock rate of the graphic processor (GPU), which is measured in Megahertz (MHz) or Gigahertz (GHz).
RAM (Random-Access Memory) is used by the operating system and all installed applications. Data in the RAM is lost after the device is turned off or restarted.
Information about the type of RAM used by the device.
Information about the number of RAM channels integrated in the SoC. More channels mean higher data transfer rates.
RAM frequency relates directly to the rate of reading/writing from/in the RAM memory.
Storage
Every mobile device has a built-in storage (internal memory) with a fixed capacity.
Information about the capacity of the built-in storage of the device. Sometimes one and the same model may is offered in variants with different internal storage capacity.
128 GB (gigabytes)
256 GB (gigabytes)
Display
The display of a mobile device is characterized by its technology, resolution, pixel density, diagonal length, color depth, etc.
One of the main characteristics of the display is its type/technology, on which depends its performance.
In mobile devices display size is represented by the length of its diagonal measured in inches.
139.7 mm (millimeters)
13.97 cm (centimeters)
Approximate width of the display
68.49 mm (millimeters)
6.85 cm (centimeters)
Approximate height of the display
121.76 mm (millimeters)
12.18 cm (centimeters)
The ratio between the long and the short side of the display
16:9
The display resolution shows the number of pixels on the horizontal and vertical side of the screen. The higher the resolution is, the greater the detail of the displayed content.
Information about the number of pixels per centimeter (ppcm) or per inch (ppi) of the display. The higher the pixel density, the more detailed and clearer is the information displayed on the screen.
104 ppcm (pixels per centimeter)
The color depth of the display is also known as bit depth. It shows the number of bits used for the color components of one pixel. Information about the maximum number of colors the screen can display.
16777216 colors
The estimated percentage of the screen area from the device’s front area.
Information about other functions and features of the display.
Multi-touch
Scratch resistant
450 cd/m²
Viewing angle — 178°
Sensors
Different sensors measure different physical quantities and convert them into signals recognizable by the mobile device.
Sensors vary in type and purpose. They increase the overall functionality of the device, in which they are integrated.
Light
Accelerometer
Rear camera
The primary camera of the mobile device is usually placed on its back and can be combined with one or more additional cameras.
Information about the sensor type of the camera. Some of the most widely used types of image sensors on mobile devices are CMOS, BSI, ISOCELL, etc.
The aperture (f-stop number) indicates the size of the lens diaphragm opening, which controls the amount of light reaching the image sensor. The lower the f-stop number, the larger the diaphragm opening is, hence, the more light reaches the sensor. Usually, the f-stop number specified is the one that corresponds to the maximum possible diaphragm opening.
Focal length is the distance in millimeters from the focal point of the image sensor to the optical center of the lens. The 35 mm equivalent indicates the focal length at which a full-frame camera will achieve an angle of view that’s the same as the one of the camera of the mobile device. It is measured by multiplying the native focal length of the camera by the crop factor of the sensor. The crop factor itself can be determined as the ratio between the diagonal distances of the image sensor in the 35 mm camera and a given sensor.
The rear cameras of mobile devices use mainly a LED flash. It may arrive in a single, dual- or multi-light setup and in different arrangements.
One of the main characteristics of the cameras is their image resolution. It states the number of pixels on the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the image, which can also be shown in megapixels that indicate the approximate number of pixels in millions.
12.19 MP (megapixels)
Information about the maximum resolution at which the rear camera can shoot videos.
2.07 MP (megapixels)
Information about the maximum number of frames per second (fps) supported by the rear camera while recording video at the maximum resolution. Some of the main standard frame rates for recording and playing video are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps.
Information about additional software and hardware features of the rear camera which improve its overall performance.
Continuous shooting
Digital zoom
Digital image stabilization
Geotagging
Panorama
HDR
Touch focus
Face detection
White balance settings
ISO settings
Exposure compensation
Self-timer
Scene mode
Front camera
Modern smartphones have one or more front cameras and their positioning has led to various design concepts – pop-up camera, rotating camera, notch, punch hole, under-display camera, etc.
The aperture (f-stop number) indicates the size of the lens diaphragm opening, which controls the amount of light reaching the image sensor. The lower the f-stop number, the larger the diaphragm opening is, hence, the more light reaches the sensor. Usually, the f-stop number specified is the one that corresponds to the maximum possible diaphragm opening.
Information about the number of pixels on the horizontal and vertical dimensions of the photos taken by the front camera, indicated in megapixels as well.
12.19 MP (megapixels)
Information about the maximum resolution of the videos shot by the front camera.
0.92 MP (megapixels)
Digital cameras are able to shoot videos at different frames per second (fps). Some of the main standard frame rates for recording and playing video are 24 fps, 25 fps, 30 fps, 60 fps. Information about the maximum possible fps for shooting videos at the maximum possible resolution.
Cinematic video stabilization
Audio
Information about the type of speakers and the audio technologies supported by the device.
The loudspeaker is a device, which reproduces various sounds such as ring tones, alarms, music, voice calls, etc. Information about the type of speakers the device uses.
Earpiece
Active noise cancellation with a dedicated microphone
Dolby Atmos
Spatial audio playback
Tracking/Positioning
Information about the positioning and navigation technologies supported by the device.
The tracking/positioning service is provided by various satellite navigation systems, which track the autonomous geo-spatial positioning of the device that supports them. The most common satellite navigation systems are the GPS and the GLONASS. There are also non-satellite technologies for locating mobile devices such as the Enhanced Observed Time Difference, Enhanced 911, GSM Cell ID.
A-GPS
Wi-Fi is a technology that provides wireless data connections between various devices within a short range.
Wi-Fi communication between devices is realized via the IEEE 802.11 standards. Some devices have the possibility to serve as Wi-Fi Hotspots by providing internet access for other nearby devices. Wi-Fi Direct (Wi-Fi P2P) is another useful standard that allows devices to communicate with each other without the need for wireless access point (WAP).
802.11g (IEEE 802.11g-2003)
802.11n (IEEE 802.11n-2009)
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Bluetooth
Bluetooth is a standard for secure wireless data transfer between different types of devices over short distances.
The technology has several versions, which improve the connection speed, range, connectivity and discoverability of the devices. Information about the Bluetooth version of the device.
Bluetooth uses various profiles and protocols related to faster exchange of data, energy saving, better device discoverability, etc. Some of those supported by the device are listed here.
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is an industry standard that allows different electronic devices to exchange data.
There are several USB connector types: the Standard one, the Mini and Micro connectors, On-The-Go connectors, etc. Type of the USB connector used by the device.
There are several versions of the Universal Serial Bus (USB) standard: USB 1.0 (1996), the USB 2.0 (2000), the USB 3.0 (2008), etc. With each following version the rate of data transfer is increased.
Тhe USB interface in mobile devices may be used for different purposes such as battery charging, using the device as a mass storage, host, etc.
Mass storage
Headphone jack
The headphone jack is an audio phone connector, a.k.a. an audio jack. The most widely used one in mobile devices is the 3.5 mm headphone jack.
Information whether the device is equipped with a 3.5 mm audio jack.
Connectivity
Information about other important connectivity technologies supported by the devices.
Information about some of the most widely used connectivity technologies supported by the device.
OTA sync
Tethering
HotKnot
Browser
A web browser is a software application for accessing, fetching, displaying and navigating through information on the World Wide Web.
Information about some of the features and standards supported by the browser of the device.
HTML5
CSS 3
Audio file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support various audio file formats and codecs, which respectively store and code/decode digital audio data.
List of some of the most common audio file formats and codecs supported standardly by the device.
MP3 (MPEG-2 Audio Layer II, .mp3)
AAC‑LC
HE‑AAC
HE‑AAC v2
Protected AAC
Linear PCM
Apple Lossless
Dolby Digital
Dolby Digital Plus
Dolby Atmos
Audible
Audible Enhanced Audio
AAX
AAX+
Video file formats/codecs
Mobile devices support various video file formats and codecs, which respectively store and code/decode digital video data.
List of some of the most common video file formats and codecs supported standardly by the device.
AVI (Audio Video Interleaved, .avi)
MP4 (MPEG-4 Part 14, .mp4, .m4a, .m4p, .m4b, .m4r, .m4v)
WMV (Windows Media Video, .wmv)
Xvid
Battery
The batteries of mobile devices differ in capacity and technology. They provide the electrical charge needed for the functioning of the devices.
The capacity of a battery shows the maximum charge, which it can store, measured in mili-Ampere hours.
The battery type is determined by its structure and more specifically, by the chemicals used in it. There are different battery types and some of the most commonly used in mobile devices are the lithium-ion (Li-Ion) and the lithium-ion polymer battery (Li-Polymer).
2G talk time is the time period a battery charge will last, if one is constantly talking on the phone in a 2G cellular network.
16.5 h (hours)
990 min (minutes)
0.7 days
3G stand-by time is the longest time a battery charge will last, if the device is not used but is constantly connected to the 3G mobile network.
24600 min (minutes)
17.1 days
Information about the electric current (amperes) and voltage (volts) the charger outputs. The higher power output allows faster charging.
Information about some additional features of the device’s battery.
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