iPhone 5c

Be aware that this "CDMA" A1532 iPhone 5c model, compatible with LTE bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8, 13, 17, 19, 20, and 25, along with both CDMA EV-DO and GSM connectivity, is specifically intended for the US market on the Verizon network.

All iPhone 5c models, regardless of their network compatibility, feature a 4-inch (diagonal) widescreen multi-touch IPS LED-backlit "retina display" with a 1136x640 resolution (326 ppi). They have dual cameras: a rear 8-megapixel, 1080p "iSight" camera and a front 1.2-megapixel, 720p "FaceTime" camera. The device is housed in a polycarbonate "unibody" case offered in five vibrant colors (white, pink, yellow, blue, or green).

Each iPhone 5c is powered by a 1.3 GHz dual-core "Apple A6" processor, has 1 GB of RAM, and was available with 8 GB, 16 GB, or 32 GB of flash storage. This model supports dual-band 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz 802.11n Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 4.0, and 4G/LTE. It includes a bottom-mounted headphone jack and uses the "Lightning" connector.

Apple's battery life estimates for the iPhone 5c models are up to 40 hours of audio playback, 10 hours of 3G talk time, 8 hours of 3G internet use, 10 hours of 4G/LTE internet use, 10 hours of Wi-Fi internet use, 10 hours of video playback, and 250 hours of standby.

In the US, this "CDMA" A1532 iPhone 5c was initially available subsidized by Verizon with 16 GB or 32 GB of storage for US$99 or US$199, respectively, with a two-year contract. On September 9, 2014, Apple discontinued the 16 GB and 32 GB versions and introduced an 8 GB model that was free on Verizon with a two-year contract. This final version was discontinued on September 9, 2015.

The Verizon iPhone 5c earned positive reviews from American technology journalists who appreciated its combination of comprehensive LTE support and playful design aesthetics. Critics praised the device's ability to deliver reliable performance on Verizon's extensive network while offering a more personalized alternative to traditional iPhone designs. The model's success in attracting new users to iOS, particularly those upgrading from feature phones, was frequently highlighted in professional reviews. Technology analysts noted that the 5c effectively democratized the iPhone experience on Verizon, providing customers with a quality Apple device at a more accessible price point without significant compromise in functionality or user experience.