Comparison pics show Apple's slight changes in alleged 'iPhone 5S' front panel

A new side-by-side comparison of iPhone 5 parts with components allegedly built for Apple's next-generation "iPhone 5S" show minor internal changes, the most significant of which is a longer ribbon cable attached to the front display.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 50

Foxconn reportedly set to hire 90K workers for iPhone 5S production ramp

According to a report from the Far East on Monday, Apple partner manufacturer Foxconn is in the midst of hiring 90,000 workers in preparation of expectedly large orders of the next-generation iPhone.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 60

iPhone home button fingerprint scanner described in latest iOS 7 beta

Apple's latest iOS 7 beta includes a reference to a "Biometric Kit," offering the strongest evidence yet that the company's next iPhone will include a built-in fingerprint scanner underneath the home button.

AppleInsider Staff 12 years ago 102

Supposed 'iPhone Lite' shows up with FCC & other legal notices in new picture

A new image has emerged claiming to show Apple's low-cost plastic iPhone in the wild, bearing the required legal notices from the FCC and other agencies.

Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 98

Rumor: Apple to drop iPhone 5 in favor of 'iPhone 5S' and 'iPhone lite'

In what would be a marked departure from its usual iPhone introduction protocol, Apple is said to be preparing to discontinue production of the iPhone 5 when it debuts the handset's successor later this year, opting instead to produce only the "iPhone 5S" and an unannounced lower-priced counterpart.

Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 117

'iPhone Lite' on track for early Sept., but 'iPhone 5S' production more challenging

Apple's next-generation "iPhone 5S" is likely to face production difficulties, which could limit its availability at launch. Such issues are not, however, expected with the company's anticipated plastic mid-range iPhone, which will reportedly be much easier to build.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 89

Delays reportedly push 'iPhone 5S' launch to late Sept.; 'iPhone Lite,' 'iPad 5' & Haswell Macs expected earlier

Apple's next-generation iPhone is believed to be facing production difficulties, much like the iPhone 5 in 2012, one analyst believes, while the rumored "iPhone Lite," revamped "iPad 5," and Haswell Retina MacBook Pros and iMacs could see release in the interim.

Mikey Campbell 12 years ago 54

Documents claim Apple's 'iPhone Lite' will pack 1GB RAM, is already in mass production

A set of leaked documents appears to show that Apple will be releasing multiple models of its bestselling smartphone this year, with one aimed at the traditional iPhone audience and the other aiming possibly for the low-cost segment, though both devices are claimed to feature a full gigabyte of RAM.

Kevin Bostic 12 years ago 106

Reported Foxconn hiring spree could signal 'iPhone 5S' mass production

A report out of the Far East on Tuesday claims Apple manufacturing partner Foxconn is hiring a large number of workers to handle production of the next-generation iPhone.

Mikey Campbell 12 years ago 17

iOS 7 hints at 120fps support in future iPhone for super-slow-mo video

Code hidden within the latest beta of iOS 7 suggests that Apple is planning to add a camera capable of recording 120-frames-per-second video to a future iPhone model.

Neil Hughes 12 years ago 26

Rumor: Apple's 'iPhone 5S' will feature 150Mbps LTE-Advanced support

Apple's next iPhone may offer even faster cellular data connections with support for the LTE-Advanced wireless standard, according to a new rumor.

Sam Oliver 12 years ago 58

Purported Apple 'iPhone 5S' batteries shown on assembly line

A new picture claims to show trays of batteries intended for Apple's next flagship iPhone fresh off the assembly line, once again suggesting large scale production of the device could begin in the near future.

AppleInsider Staff 13 years ago 25

New photos of purported 'iPhone 5S' show possible Apple 'A7' chip

Apple will likely release the successor to its iPhone 5 in the fall of this year, and new images have emerged suggesting that the device may pack a next-generation "A7" next-generation processor when it debuts.

Kevin Bostic 13 years ago 52

Photos claim to show assembled 'iPhone 5S' chassis, possibly early prototype

As Apple's annual iPhone refresh cycle draws near, the number of rumors regarding the so-called "iPhone 5S" continue to grow, the latest being a set of photos claiming to show the handset in near complete form.

Mikey Campbell 13 years ago 24

Leaked schematics reveal what case makers expect Apple's low-cost iPhone & 'iPhone 5S' will look like

Using design plans believed to have originated at Apple, accessory makers are beginning to manufacture cases for the company's anticipated low-cost iPhone, and AppleInsider offers a first look at the schematics they are using to predict the device's appearance.

Neil Hughes 13 years ago 120

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