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Apple's 'iPhone 8' to boast larger Plus-sized battery in form factor similar to 4.7" iPhone 7

By shrinking components inside of its next-generation flagship iPhone, Apple apparently plans to squeeze a Plus-sized battery into a smaller form factor, new details reveal.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 19

Apple joins Wireless Power Consortium ahead of 'iPhone 8'

With this year's flagship iPhone expected to be the first to boast wireless charging, Apple has officially joined the Wireless Power Consortium, the governing body behind the Qi charging standard.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 14

Apple and Samsung allegedly forge $4.3 billion deal for 5-inch iPhone OLED screens

Possibly adding to a 2016 deal, a report from South Korea has emerged claiming that Apple has entered into a $4.3 billion contract with Samsung for 60 million 5-inch OLED screens potentially destined for a next-generation iPhone.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 7

Rumor: Apple to begin 'iPhone 8' production earlier than usual with more stringent inspection requirements

While the handsets are still on track to launch September, Apple's 2017 iPhone lineup — led by an anticipated high-end OLED model — is rumored to go into production earlier than the usual timeframe, in a move that could allow the company more time to iron out kinks associated with new technology.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 25

Wireless charging and new glass casing will require heat compensation in Apple's 'iPhone X'

In reimagining the iPhone from the ground up with new features like wireless charging, Apple will reportedly also have to rethink how the handset is built, adding a thin graphite sheet to the handset's internals to prevent overheating.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 70

Fate of screen supplier Japan Display unclear if Apple shifts to OLED for 'iPhone X'

Analysts predict that recent reorganizational efforts and a financial assist by the Japanese government for Apple supplier Japan Display, the prime supplier of iPhone screens, may not matter much if Apple does in fact shift to OLED screens in the "iPhone 8" and future models.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 3

Apple's 10th anniversary 'iPhone X' could cost more than $1,000 - report

A new high-end, top-of-the-line iPhone featuring an OLED display and an all-new design is expected to debut later this year with a similarly premium price tag, which one report claims could start at more than a thousand dollars.

Neil Hughes 9 years ago 55

Despite claims to the contrary, Apple's 'iPhone 8' remains likely to launch in September

Two supply chain reports, one from an analyst and one from a purported parts supplier, make different clams about the manufacturing start date of Apple's feature-laden anniversary "iPhone 8." But there has been no serious indication thus far that Apple will stray from its typical annual September launch window.

Mike Wuerthele 9 years ago 9

Apple cedes ground in growing Chinese smartphone market as consumers await redesigned 'iPhone 8'

The iPhone is being overtaken in China by a raft of new locally-produced smartphone rivals, according to a new report, which shows Apple's market share dropping despite greatly increased smartphone shipments in the region.

Malcolm Owen 9 years ago 26

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