Why Apple is announcing a new 4-inch 'iPhone SE' in March

For Apple, 2016 is already shaping up to be an unprecedented year, with the company set to launch an entirely new iPhone model earlier than ever. Here are a few key reasons why this is a wise move.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 52

Alleged parts leaks suggests Apple could boost battery life, feature ceramic body with 'iPhone 7'

A battery claimed to be destined for the anticipated "iPhone 7" shows a larger capacity than the current iPhone 6s, suggesting Apple may be able to squeeze more capacity into a smaller frame — and potentially with an all-new casing material.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 25

Alleged cases for 'iPhone 7' & 'iPhone SE' may support rumored features

A video posted to YouTube on Thursday depicts what are said to be two Chinese-made cases for Apple's upcoming "iPhone 7" and 4-inch "iPhone SE," potentially supporting rumors about the devices' features.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 8

Rumor: Unlikely partial rear casing for 'iPhone 7' once again shown in leaked photo

Yet another photo supposedly smuggled out from the Chinese supply chain purports to show a portion of Apple's forthcoming "iPhone 7," this time focusing on the redesigned antenna bands along the device's rear.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 24

Rumor: Chinese spy shots show 'iPhone 7' with dual cameras, no home button

Photos of what purport to be Apple's forthcoming "iPhone 7" have bubbled up from sources in the People's Republic of China, though some aspects of the snaps cast a shade of doubt on their authenticity.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 56

'iPhone 7,' 'iPhone SE' case photos proliferate from China based on alleged Apple designs

Case makers are betting they already know the design of Apple's impending 4-inch iPhone, as well as its next-generation "iPhone 7," with a multitude of protective accessories available to purchase from China.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 14

Photos of purported 'iPhone 7' case support rumors of no 3.5mm headphone jack

Whether or not it's based on an accurate design, at least one third-party case manufacturer is already producing a product assuming Apple's upcoming "iPhone 7" will indeed ditch the legacy 3.5-millimeter headphone jack.

Neil Hughes 10 years ago 25

Apple chip supplier TSMC doubling 16nm chip production, hinting at 'iPhone 7' prep

Key Apple processor supplier TSMC plans to double its production capacity for 16-nanometer chips in March, reports said on Wednesday, hinting at preparation for future Apple devices.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 12

Rumor: Apple's 'iPhone 7' to retain 6s dimensions, thinner Lightning port, lack waterproofing

The latest rumors out of East Asia seemingly confirm Apple's next-generation flagship iPhones will retain the same dimensions as their iPhone 6s series counterparts, albeit with a thinner LCD array, and will not be waterproof as some have anticipated.

AppleInsider Staff 10 years ago 59

Apple chip suppliers gearing up capacity for 'iPhone 7' production - report

Right on schedule for a fall product launch, Apple's suppliers are said to be reserving "a significant portion" of production capacities for the second and third quarters of 2016, ahead of the highly anticipated "iPhone 7" launch.

Katie Marsal 10 years ago 30

'iPhone 7' might replace 3.5mm headphone jack with second speaker, analysts say

Apple's next-generation iPhone — expected to abandon a 3.5mm headphone jack — will probably replace the part with a second speaker, according to a Barclays research memo obtained by AppleInsider.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 35

TSMC reportedly sole supplier of next-gen 'iPhone 7' A-series chip

A report claims Apple will rely solely on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company to produce the next-generation system-on-chip design destined to power this year's iPhone hardware refresh, beating out longtime Apple partner Samsung.

Mikey Campbell 10 years ago 28

Sony says dual-lens camera tech launching with 'major smartphone players' in next year

Apple's image sensor supplier, Sony, is expecting its dual-lens camera technology to be launched by "major smartphone players" within the next year, according to comments by the company's CFO.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 17

Supply chain suggests iPhone orders will rebound this summer ahead of 'iPhone 7' launch

Forecast trends in the demand for flexible PCB (printed circuit board) parts for iPhones indicate that while iPhone production may be down in the first half of the year, it will likely rebound in the second half as work begins on Apple's next-generation models.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 28

'iPhone 7' to return to flat back without visible antenna bands - report

Apple's next flagship iPhone will return to a flatter and more elegant rear casing, ditching some of the style cues of the iPhone 6 and 6s, a report said on Tuesday.

Roger Fingas 10 years ago 52

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