Following rumors of a massive Foxconn hiring spree, Bloomberg on Monday reported Apple's suppliers are slated to start production of two larger screen iPhones next month ahead of a possible concurrent September release.
Citing sources familiar with Apple's supply chain, Bloomberg reports mass production of Apple's much-rumored next-generation iPhone models will begin sometime in July, with a 4.7-inch version scheduled to hit market "around September." A larger 5.5-inch model, previously rumored to be a month delayed, may be available at the same time.
As the publication's sources described it, the next-generation iPhone will be "rounder and thinner" than current models, a design consistent with mockups and supposed parts leaks that have been circulating for weeks.
With the forthcoming iPhone refresh, Apple is thought to be moving toward a more cohesive iOS device design language first seen in the iPad mini and subsequently the iPad Air. Hallmarks of the new look include deeply rounded edges that lend a softer appearance to the hardware, a departure from the current iPhone 5 and iPhone 5s handsets.
Finally, Bloomberg makes mention of Apple research into curved glass screens and advanced sensors that can detect variable levels of pressure. The display technology, dubbed "2.5-dimension glass," allows manufacturers to taper smartphone screens to meet the surrounding metal bezel, making for a higher level of fit and finish. It is unclear if the tech will be included in either iPhone 6 model.
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My wallet is ready, I've been ready to move on from this iPhone 4 for months.
Awesome! Only a couple months before the end of rumors and speculation for iPhone 6, and a couple months and a day until iPhone 6S and 7 rumors begin.
Can't wait! We still haven't seen a completed model yet. Hopefully they keep it as tight to the vest as possible in this day and age.
Can't wait! We still haven't seen a completed model yet. Hopefully they keep it as tight to the vest as possible in this day and age.
Haha. You know as well as I do that there will be plenty of leaks coming soon from the Asian suppliers.
There will be blurry and bad pictures posted showing the hand of somebody who most likely has creepy looking, and disgusting long fingernails.
Apple should really tighten up their security, and when leaks and photos appear, Apple should go all out and discover who the criminals are. I don't care if they spend a million dollars to find out who the leakers are, it would be worth it. Apple could offer a reward and also conduct forensic investigations, as if this was a murder case.
I've said it before and I'll say it again I sincerely hope that there is a new 4 inch screen model. That is the size that I want. If there is not a new 4 inch screen size then I will be getting the 4.7 inch model.