Friday, May 17, 2013
Cnet iPhone 5 rumor roundup
CNET tracks all the iPhone 5 rumors -- from the likely to the crazy -- that weve heard so far in 2011 and 2012.
(Credit: Josh Lowensohn/CNET)After unveiling a marginally improved iPhone 4S in 2011 instead of a radically different iPhone 5, Apple has returned to its development labs to cook up (no pun intended) the next iteration of its popular phone. In 2012, were fairly certain that the real iPhone 5 will roll out of Apples gates and that the device should be a bigger leap forward than the 4S was.
Thats why after taking some time off at the end of last year, weve resurrected CNETs iPhone 5 rumor roundup to cover the new tidbits from 2012. So join us again in watching the rumor mill churn. Well add to it until we get the real thing; please let us know if weve left any gossip out.
May 29, 2012
Photos of purported iPhone 5 leak onto the Web
A host of new photos have emerged from two sources who claim the devices in the pictures are actually Apples next-generation iPhone. 9to5Mac posts photos that look like the back plate of a new iPhone model allegedly from a Chinese supplier. Similarly MacRumors published an additional set from repair firm uBreakiFix with the same part.
Photos of purported iPhone 5 leak onto the Web
A host of new photos have emerged from two sources who claim the devices in the pictures are actually Apples next-generation iPhone. 9to5Mac posts photos that look like the back plate of a new iPhone model allegedly from a Chinese supplier. Similarly MacRumors published an additional set from repair firm uBreakiFix with the same part.
What could be Apples next iPhone.
(Credit: 9to5Mac)iPhone 5 likely to launch by Sept. or Oct., says another analyst
RBC analyst Amit Daryanani says Apples next iPhone is coming in September or October, similar to the time last year when Apple rolled out theiPhone 4S. Daryanani added that the device will sport 4G/LTE technology and be fully redesigned.
RBC analyst Amit Daryanani says Apples next iPhone is coming in September or October, similar to the time last year when Apple rolled out theiPhone 4S. Daryanani added that the device will sport 4G/LTE technology and be fully redesigned.
Yep, Apple owns iPhone5.com now
Following a successful complaint filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization to gain control of the iPhone5.com domain, Apple is now listed as the owner of the domain.
Following a successful complaint filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization to gain control of the iPhone5.com domain, Apple is now listed as the owner of the domain.
May 22, 2012
Taller iPod Touch screen parts already spotted in the wild
Macrumors posts photos of white and black front panels, said to belong to Apples next-generation iPod Touch and sourced from an unnamed supplier. Of note, the area for the screen measures 4.1 inches diagonally as opposed to the 3.5 inches, which has been the same for all four generations of the device. Additionally, the site posts shots of alleged front and rear camera parts, as well as the home button, all said to be headed for the the next iPhone.
Taller iPod Touch screen parts already spotted in the wild
Macrumors posts photos of white and black front panels, said to belong to Apples next-generation iPod Touch and sourced from an unnamed supplier. Of note, the area for the screen measures 4.1 inches diagonally as opposed to the 3.5 inches, which has been the same for all four generations of the device. Additionally, the site posts shots of alleged front and rear camera parts, as well as the home button, all said to be headed for the the next iPhone.
May 17, 2012
Is Apple the new owner of iPhone5.com?
Apple is the likely winner in a complaint it filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization to gain control of the iPhone5.com domain. The WIPO concluded an investigation into the domain on Apples behalf, though the site still doesnt go anywhere.
Is Apple the new owner of iPhone5.com?
Apple is the likely winner in a complaint it filed with the World Intellectual Property Organization to gain control of the iPhone5.com domain. The WIPO concluded an investigation into the domain on Apples behalf, though the site still doesnt go anywhere.
iPhone 5 launching with 3.95-inch display, more pixels?
Citing sources, Apple blog 9to5Mac says Apples testing two iPhones with larger displays at its headquarters, one of which will be released. The blog adds that the screen has a 3.95-inch display, which would be up from the iPhones current 3.5-inch option.
Citing sources, Apple blog 9to5Mac says Apples testing two iPhones with larger displays at its headquarters, one of which will be released. The blog adds that the screen has a 3.95-inch display, which would be up from the iPhones current 3.5-inch option.
May 16, 2012
More rumors pop up about that 4-inch screen
Looks like that 4-inch screen may be happening after all, now that the more reliable Wall Street Journals the one reporting it. According to one of the papers sources, Apple has been tapping for larger screens from its suppliers (which include LG, Sharp, and Japan Display) to compete with Android devices.
More rumors pop up about that 4-inch screen
Looks like that 4-inch screen may be happening after all, now that the more reliable Wall Street Journals the one reporting it. According to one of the papers sources, Apple has been tapping for larger screens from its suppliers (which include LG, Sharp, and Japan Display) to compete with Android devices.
May 4, 2012
iPhone touch-panel shipments on the decline
Citing unnamed sources, Digitimes says shipments of touch panels will be down 15 percent to 20 percent compared to the first quarter as Apple prepares to transition to its next handset.
iPhone touch-panel shipments on the decline
Citing unnamed sources, Digitimes says shipments of touch panels will be down 15 percent to 20 percent compared to the first quarter as Apple prepares to transition to its next handset.
An alleged SIM card holder for the next iPhone.
(Credit: SW-BOX.com)May 3, 2012
iPhone 5 launching with 4-inch screen, new Dock connector?
Apples next iPhone will have a 4-inch screen and a thinner, taller body according to iLounge. Citing an unnamed source, the site said Apples next iPhone will be 10mm taller, and 2mm thinner than the iPhone 4/4S. The handset is also said to be getting a new dock connector thats considerably smaller and "closer to a pill shape."
iPhone 5 launching with 4-inch screen, new Dock connector?
Apples next iPhone will have a 4-inch screen and a thinner, taller body according to iLounge. Citing an unnamed source, the site said Apples next iPhone will be 10mm taller, and 2mm thinner than the iPhone 4/4S. The handset is also said to be getting a new dock connector thats considerably smaller and "closer to a pill shape."
May 1, 2012
Alleged iPhone 5 SIM card tray surfaces
The next iPhone may not be all that different from current versions if an allegedly leaked part is to be believed. Spare parts site SW-BOX.com posts photos and details of a SIM card tray it says belongs to the next iPhone. The part is nearly identical to the one offered in the iPhone 4 and 4S with very minor cosmetic differences.
Alleged iPhone 5 SIM card tray surfaces
The next iPhone may not be all that different from current versions if an allegedly leaked part is to be believed. Spare parts site SW-BOX.com posts photos and details of a SIM card tray it says belongs to the next iPhone. The part is nearly identical to the one offered in the iPhone 4 and 4S with very minor cosmetic differences.
April 26, 2012
Apple, HTC planning fall launches on Verizons network, report says
Boy Genius Report says it has insider knowledge of Verizons summer and fall smartphone roadmap. The outlet said that the iPhone is once again slated for a fall release.
Apple, HTC planning fall launches on Verizons network, report says
Boy Genius Report says it has insider knowledge of Verizons summer and fall smartphone roadmap. The outlet said that the iPhone is once again slated for a fall release.
April 25, 2012
Sprint confirms unlimited data plan for next iPhone
If the next iteration of the iPhone arrives with LTE, Sprint will continue to offer a no-strings unlimited plan, CEO Dan Hesse told CNET. "Im not anticipating the unlimited plan would change by that point," Hesse said in an interview. "Thats our distinctive differentiator."
Sprint confirms unlimited data plan for next iPhone
If the next iteration of the iPhone arrives with LTE, Sprint will continue to offer a no-strings unlimited plan, CEO Dan Hesse told CNET. "Im not anticipating the unlimited plan would change by that point," Hesse said in an interview. "Thats our distinctive differentiator."
April 19, 2012
Itll be released in October due to supply issues
There have been many guesses about when the device will come out, but based on research,Piper Jaffray, an investment banking firm, says that the iPhone is likely due out in October. This is because the company speculated to be making the iPhones LTE 28-nanometer chip, Qualcomm, is having supply shortages and is struggling to keep up with demand.
Itll be released in October due to supply issues
There have been many guesses about when the device will come out, but based on research,Piper Jaffray, an investment banking firm, says that the iPhone is likely due out in October. This is because the company speculated to be making the iPhones LTE 28-nanometer chip, Qualcomm, is having supply shortages and is struggling to keep up with demand.
April 18, 2012
Itll be made of liquid, Liquidmetal that is
The rumor that Apple is ditching the iPhones glass has surfaced again. This time from a Korean new site, ETnews, which reported that the iPhone 5 may be made out of Liquidmetal. In late 2010, Apple acquired a license for Liquidmetal, but has only used it for the iPhones SIM ejector tool.
Itll be made of liquid, Liquidmetal that is
The rumor that Apple is ditching the iPhones glass has surfaced again. This time from a Korean new site, ETnews, which reported that the iPhone 5 may be made out of Liquidmetal. In late 2010, Apple acquired a license for Liquidmetal, but has only used it for the iPhones SIM ejector tool.
April 9, 2012
Different chip, different body
Several iPhone rumors from varying media sources suggest that the iPhone will be more robust, both inside and out. Business Insider reported that itll have a 4-inch screen and a unibody case, and 9to5Mac claims itll be equipped with an A5X chip.
Different chip, different body
Several iPhone rumors from varying media sources suggest that the iPhone will be more robust, both inside and out. Business Insider reported that itll have a 4-inch screen and a unibody case, and 9to5Mac claims itll be equipped with an A5X chip.
Foxconn has no idea when itll come out, now guesses an October debut
Oh, Foxconn, manufacturing as many rumors as it does iPhones. According to the head of HRat its Taiyuan facilities, the iPhone 5 will be released in October, despite the fact that a week ago, a Foxconn hiring recruiter said itll come out in June. Kotaku translated an article in South Koreas Maeil Business Newspaper that reported this bit of news, and as always, we suggest you take this October estimate with a large ounce of skepticism.
Oh, Foxconn, manufacturing as many rumors as it does iPhones. According to the head of HRat its Taiyuan facilities, the iPhone 5 will be released in October, despite the fact that a week ago, a Foxconn hiring recruiter said itll come out in June. Kotaku translated an article in South Koreas Maeil Business Newspaper that reported this bit of news, and as always, we suggest you take this October estimate with a large ounce of skepticism.
April 2, 2012
Its going to take a lot of labor
In a recorded conversation aired by TV Tokyo, a Foxconn recruiter said that the reason the company needed to hire 18,000 new workers was because the iPhone will be due out in June. This extra manpower further supports the idea of the devices summer release.
Its going to take a lot of labor
In a recorded conversation aired by TV Tokyo, a Foxconn recruiter said that the reason the company needed to hire 18,000 new workers was because the iPhone will be due out in June. This extra manpower further supports the idea of the devices summer release.
March 23, 2012
Perhaps itll be equipped with a new dock plug
Aside from more LTE rumors (this time coming from iMore), new iPhone 5 rumors are surmising that the upcoming device will come with a new dock plug. This time, it may be smaller to make room for the devices other components.
Perhaps itll be equipped with a new dock plug
Aside from more LTE rumors (this time coming from iMore), new iPhone 5 rumors are surmising that the upcoming device will come with a new dock plug. This time, it may be smaller to make room for the devices other components.
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