Apple clarifies the 5G settings of the iPhone 12 |igeneration

It will eventually be known, the iPhone 12 range hangs on 5G networks!Finally, in the countries where they are in place-for France, Orange and Bouygues Telecom are in the starting blocks, with the first active branches by the end of the year.It will leave time to potash this new Apple assistance sheet dedicated, you will have guessed it, at 5G.

By default, the iPhone is set to 5G Auto, also says the Smart Data mode.It is he who determines if the smartphone needs to type in 5G - which consumes more energy - or in 4G.Apple explains that when the 5G speed does not provide a "significantly better experience", the iPhone automatically switches to LTE.The user can however prefer 5G mode that is always activated, "which can reduce autonomy".A third option, LTE, limits cell use to 4G, "even when 5G is available".

In the Data Mode setting panel, the first Allow More Data On 5G option allows applications and the system to use 5G and therefore offer better quality: we think of FaceTime, but also Apple TV, and videos D'Apple Music.Apple explains that this adjustment also authorizes the download of iOS updates in 5G (4G is still not entitled to it…).Thread apps can also take advantage of it: we imagine that as on Android, Netflix will allow the download of content in 5G.This option is activated by default if you have the chance to have an unlimited package.

The standard option is "generally" the default mode for other packages, it allows automatic updating of updates and the treatment in the background, but "limits the quality of video and facetime reading".The low data mode is always present to reduce the use of cellular data, except for video streaming.

The sheet also explains the operation of roaming abroad.Apple indicates that we will have access to the 4G/LTE networks of the operators on which the iPhone is connected, as currently."Operators around the world are still working on the deployment of 5G support for roaming," says Apple.While waiting for these gentlemen, the manufacturer recommends acquiring a local nanosim or esim card which will give access to 5G in its corner of the globe.

Apple also confirms that in Double SIM mode (Nanosim + Esim), 5G is not available on any of the lines.An update will be available by the end of the year to remedy this little concern (read: The iPhone 12 also would impasse on 5G in Double SIM mode).Chinese users will not have this problem: the iPhone 12 sold there embark two nanosim which both offer 5G care…