Apple doesn't appear to have plans to revive the iPhone mini Apple discontinued the iPhone 13 mini, the last of its pint-sized smartphones, in September 2023 — and we're not going to see another any time soon. Amber Neely 1 year ago 35
iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 mini support mmWave 5G, but only in US [u] Apple's latest iPhone 12 models are the first to feature 5G connectivity, but access to ultra-fast mmWave bands are limited to customers in the U.S. Mikey Campbell 5 years ago 13
Rumors of low-cost iPhone rekindled as Pegatron said to hire additional 40K workers Taiwanese electronics manufacturer and Apple supplier Pegatron plans to bolster its Chinese workforce by up to 40 percent in the second half of 2013, fueling speculation that low-cost iPhone is on the horizon. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 15
Development issues may cause later-than-expected debuts of 'iPhone 5S,' low-cost iPhone & next iPad mini The bulk of Apple's 2013 product pipeline will likely launch later than many market watchers expect, according to one insider, due to a variety of complex development challenges associated this year's anticipated iPhones and new iPad mini. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 167
Component may show dual-head vibration motor for Apple's low-cost iPhone A new image that could be the first physical evidence of Apple's low-cost iPhone has surfaced, showing a ribbon cable with a dual-head vibration motor, as well as other components. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 8
Samsung pre-announces earnings, profits surge 53% to $7.7 billion Apple's main rival Samsung pre-announced its earnings on Friday, revealing that the company had an even stronger-than-expected quarter with operating profits of 8.7 trillion won, or $7.7 billion U.S. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 67
WSJ: Apple to begin 'iPhone 5S' production this quarter, less expensive iPhone coming later this year Apple plans to begin production of its next flagship iPhone this quarter, while the company also has a new, less expensive model in the works for later this year, according to The Wall Street Journal. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 53
Rumor: Apple to launch cheaper iPhone with plastic casing, non-Retina display this summer Yet another analyst has thrown their hat into the ring, joining others who have heard from sources in Apple's supply chain that the company is gearing up to debut a low-cost iPhone in the coming months.. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 140
Rumor: Apple to ship 'iPhone 5S' and more affordable iPhone in August 2013 Apple reportedly plans to build a more affordable iPhone model this August alongside launch a new world mode "iPhone 5S" featuring compatibility with China Mobile, the largest carrier in the world. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 34
Rumor: Apple planning $330 polycarbonate iPhone, deferring 4.5" model to 2014 [u] A new iPhone design with a polycarbonate body similar to Apple's legacy entry-level MacBook may be released at a targeted price of $330, while plans for a next-gen handset with 4.5-inch display have been pushed back to 2014, according to a new report. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 39
Nokia to target emerging markets with new inexpensive Lumia While rumors persist that Apple is planning to launch a low-cost iPhone, Nokia is set to unveil its own inexpensive handset at next week's Mobile World Congress. Sam Oliver 13 years ago 16
Morgan Stanley expects 6% dividend, cheaper 'iPhone mini' after meeting with Apple CFO Morgan Stanley analyst Katy Huberty recently met with Apple Chief Financial Officer Peter Oppenheimer, and came away with the impression that Apple will likely increase cash return to shareholders, and potentially release a lower priced iPhone to maintain growth. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 73
Samsung's recent momentum 'begs an answer from Apple,' Barclays says Samsung's recent successes are an "issue" for Apple that the company must promptly address by expanding the market for the iPhone, one analyst believes. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 101
Reuters: Cheaper iPhone story withdrawn after 'substantial changes' to China report Rumors of a more affordable iPhone for emerging markets took an interesting turn Friday, as the major news organization Reuters opted to rescind a story originally filed, based on comments allegedly made by Apple marketing chief Phil Schiller. AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 47
Phil Schiller says Apple would never make a 'cheap' iPhone When asked about the possibility of a low-cost iPhone, Apple marketing chief Phil Schiller said his company is not interested in making cheap, low-profit products. Katie Marsal 13 years ago 198
Apple would address 65% of smartphone market with low-cost iPhone While Apple currently competes in the high-end smartphone market, a low-cost iPhone would allow the company to address the 65 percent of the market it does not currently serve. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 101
Low-cost iPhone seen generating $6.5B in 2013 revenue for Apple A rumored contract-free, low-cost iPhone geared toward emerging markets could net Apple $6.5 billion in revenue this year, one analyst believes. Neil Hughes 13 years ago 86
