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Apple's 'iPhone 8' orders, Samsung demands impacting Chinese component supply for other vendors

Supply chain reports suggest that Apple's and Samsung's rapacious demand for smartphone components will deeply impact parts available for other manufacturers, with industry-wide shortages expected in the second half of 2017.

Mike Wuerthele 8 years ago 26

Alleged 'iPhone 8' screen protector shows edge-to-edge layout, 'dip' for front-facing sensors

Photos and video of a screen protector — purportedly for Apple's "iPhone 8" — may support the idea that the device will have an edge-to-edge display, excluding only a small area for an earpiece and front-facing sensors.

Roger Fingas 8 years ago 16

Apple's 120Hz ProMotion iPad Pro display hints at even better AR and VR support in future devices

Apple has a long history of introducing groundbreaking technology in one device, only to gradually carry it over to the rest of its product lineup in the ensuing years. With that in mind, the newly released iPad Pro with 120Hz ProMotion display could hint at the future of Apple's portable devices — particularly as the company pushes into augmented reality and virtual reality.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 12

Apple partner Wistron says 'iPhone 7s Plus' will include wireless charging, improved waterproofing

In an apparent breach of Apple's secrecy protocols, Wistron's chief executive told reporters on Wednesday that this fall's anticipated "iPhone 7s Plus" will add wireless charging, and also improve on the water resistant design introduced with the iPhone 7 series.

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 51

Largan confirms it will ship facial recognition 3D sensors this year, in time for Apple's 'iPhone 8'

Though the company stopped short of saying who the components are for, Apple supplier Largan has affirmed that it will ship 3D sensors capable of scanning a user's face and unique iris, capabilities rumored to be a part of the anticipated "iPhone 8."

Neil Hughes 8 years ago 10

Apple's 'iPhone 8' predicted to revive iPhone growth despite later October ship date

Apple will announce its flagship OLED iPhone in September, but ship it in October — still potentially achieving impressive sales, according to an analyst memo obtained by AppleInsider.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 16

Leak purports to show front and back panels of Apple's 'iPhone 8' & 'iPhone 7s'

Photos published on Monday allegedly depict the front and back panels of Apple's three 2017 iPhones, falling in line with rumors — though there may be a reason to question their authenticity.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 31

It doesn't matter that Apple's 'iPhone 8' may not support 4G Gigabit LTE or 5G

A report claiming Apple's "iPhone 8" won't supporting some next-generation connectivity generated some confusion about the new device's prospects — but it really won't matter. AppleInsider explains the technology, and why the next crop of iPhones won't be impacted if Apple limits connectivity speed.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 65

AAPL drops in wake of broader tech selloff, claims of throttled 'iPhone 8'

Apple shares are down over $10 since Friday, reportedly part of a broader selloff of U.S. technology stocks, but also reflecting concerns over upcoming iPhones using slower cellular modems than their rivals.

Roger Fingas 9 years ago 33

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