Choosing between all of the amazing smartphones available right now is a very, very tough thing to do, especially if you're of an Android persuasion. For most people, though, Apple's iPhone 12 is the best allrounder in our testing and we've found some very compelling deals.
- The very best smartphones, ranked
We won't get into the nitty gritty of the differences between top-tier Android devices and iPhones (you can follow the link above for that) but it is safe to say the iPhone 12 is both the best iPhone ever made and the best smartphone for the vast majority of people who just want a simple, easy-to-use experience with loads of apps, a great camera, long-lasting battery life, and a big screen.
- Read our Apple iPhone 12 review
The iPhone 12 actually sits at the bottom of the flagship iPhone range, surpassed by the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max. Both of those devices are extremely powerful and, as such, extremely expensive. If you need a DSLR-level camera on you at all times, the Pro Max is a great bet, but for the rest of us, the regular 12 is fine.
The iPhone 12 has a 6.1-inch HDR Retina display, dual 12MP cameras on the back, Apple's A14 chip, a generous 2,815mAh battery, and IP68 water resistance. What makes Apple's phones so magic isn't the specs, though, but the overall experience and the iPhone 12 is classic Apple: smooth, elegant, and premium.
In our extensive testing, the iPhone 12 never slowed down or appeared to be under a heavy load, the smaller and lighter design (compared to the iPhone 11) is very welcome, and 5G is nice future-proofing, even if 4G still reigns supreme.
It's the best high-end iPhone for most people and we've collected the best deals to make the choice that much simpler.
The best iPhone 12 deals (US)
Apple iPhone 12 (64GB) | Mint | 3 month rolling contract | 12GB data | $829 upfront | $25/month | Buy from Mint
T3 partner Mint Mobile has some fantastic deals on the iPhone 12 that offer flexibility, a decent data allowance, and low monthly prices all in one. It's the best way to get an iPhone in America without spending huge amounts every month.
The best iPhone 12 deals (UK)
Apple iPhone 12 (64GB) | Three | 24 months | Unlimited data | £39 upfront | £42/month | Buy from Fonehouse
Fonehouse has an amazing deal for an iPhone 12 on Three with truly unlimited data, a huge rarity for a brand new flagship. The upfront cost is extremely low and the monthly cost is very reasonable compared to other flagship deals right now.
If you're in the market for a new smartphone and want the very best Apple has to offer, these iPhone 12 deals are unbeatable.
- Fancy a change from iPhone? Then check out the best Android phones
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Max Slater-Robins has written for T3 now on and off for over half a decade, with him fitting in serious study at university in between. Max is a tech expert and as such you'll find his words throughout T3.com, appearing in everything from reviews and features, to news and deals. Max is specifically a veteran when it comes round to deal hunting, with him seeing out multiple Black Friday campaigns to date.
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