# LiDAR-Enabled 5G Smartphones The Apple iPhone 12 Pro Packs a Super Retina XDR Display and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-10-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-12-pro References: [apple](https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2020/10/apple-introduces-iphone-12-pro-and-iphone-12-pro-max-with-5g/) & [apple](https://www.apple.com/iphone/) The [Apple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-16-pro) iPhone 12 Pro and [iPhone 12 Pro Max](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-13-pro) have been unveiled by the tech brand as its latest [pro-grade smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-15s-pro) to offer prosumers with a way to achieve ultra-fast connectivity and more. The smartphones are characterized by their 5G connectivity that will enable them to achieve blazing-fast downloads, while the edge-to-edge Super Retina XDR display will offer ultra-rich visuals. Users can also enjoy the new LiDAR Scanner functionality to help enable augmented reality (AR) content and more. The Apple iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max are also built with a stainless steel band around the edge of the device along with the Ceramic Shield front cover on the glass. This is reported to deliver four-times better resistance to breakage upon impact. Image Credit: Apple ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 53% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lidar-enabled Smartphones:** Opportunity for smartphone manufacturers to integrate LiDAR technology for advanced augmented reality experiences. - **5G Connectivity:** Opportunity for telecom companies to expand their 5G networks and offer faster download speeds to smartphone users. - **Super Retina XDR Display:** Opportunity for display technology companies to create ultra-rich visual experiences for smartphones. ### Who This Affects Most - **Smartphone Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in integrating LiDAR technology and offering advanced AR capabilities in smartphones. - **Telecommunications:** Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in expanding 5G networks and providing superior connectivity to smartphone users. - **Display Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity lies in developing Super Retina XDR displays for smartphones, enabling stunning visual experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pro-Grade AI Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-16-pro.md) - [Always-On Display Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-14-pro.md) - [Aluminum Unibody Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17-pro.md) - [Ultra Slim Light Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-air-1.md) - [Durable Pro-Inspired Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-17.md) - [Color-Infused Glass Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-15.md) - [Advanced Camera-Inspired Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-16.md) - [Sculpted Designer Smartphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-15-pro-max-concept.md) - [Safety-Focused Smartphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iphone-14.md)