iPhone 12 Pro Max in 2026: is it still Good iPhone? (Long Term Review)

Is the iPhone 12 Pro Max still worth buying in 2026? Or is it finally time to retire the Pacific Blue legend? In this video, I take a deep dive into using the iPhone 12 Pro Max six years after its release. We cover everything from the controversial 60Hz display in a ProMotion world to how the A14 Bionic chip handles the new "Liquid Glass" animations in iOS 26. We also tackle the biggest question of the year: Does the lack of "Apple Intelligence" support make this phone obsolete, or is it actually a blessing in disguise? Plus, I compare the 12MP "organic" camera quality against the over-processed look of modern flagship iPhones. If you are thinking of buying one used, or if you are still holding onto yours, this review is for you. IN THIS VIDEO: Intro: The Pacific Blue Legend in 2026 Design & Build: Steel vs Titanium Display: The 60Hz Struggle & Liquid Glass Performance Test: A14 Bionic & Geekbench 6 Software: iOS 26 & Missing Apple Intelligence Camera Review: Why 12MP Still Rocks (vs Modern Tech) iPhone 12 Pro Max with iOS 26Battery Life & The 5G Modem Issue 12:00 - Final Verdict: Buy, Sell, or Hold? Key Specs Reviewed: Model: iPhone 12 Pro Max (Pacific Blue, 128GB) OS: iOS 26 (Public Release) Chipset: A14 Bionic (5nm) RAM: 6GB (No Apple Intelligence Support) Battery Health: 94% (Replaced 2025) #iPhone12ProMax