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iPhone 5

2012Official product image pending.

iPhone 5: a source-verified identification record from 2012.

Introduced
2012
Status
Released
Verified
October 9, 2026
Coverage
Model identification record
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Identify iPhone 5.

Apple lists iPhone 5 as an iPhone model introduced in 2012. The following identification facts come from Apple’s model reference, checked October 9, 2026.

Capacities
16 GB, 32 GB, 64 GB
Colors
Black and white
Model identifiers
A1428, A1429, A1442
  • SIM tray on the right side

Model identifiers vary by region. Check the identifier on the actual device and use Apple’s source to distinguish regional versions. Historical capacities and colors do not indicate present availability or device condition.

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This is a model identification record. A dedicated ownership review and model-specific buying guide have not yet been published.