If these two sources from Taiwan are reporting the same thing approximately the subsequent iPhone or iPhone 5, are we going to imagine it? I mean, is there a big chance that it may just really come true? Both Taiwan’s Central News Agency since Well since Digitimes are reporting that Apple is planning to use new “in-cell” display technology developed and manufactured by Japanese manufacturers for the subsequent iPhone. Among those Japanese suppliers who are stated to be most likely benefit from this plan are Sony, Sharp, neatly as Toshiba.

But what is “in-cell” technology as smartly how will it have an effect on the subsequent iPhone? In-cell technology when compared with on-cell technology which is currently used in the current models of iPhone, will make the subsequent iPhone somewhat thinner than the iPhone 4/4s. This is due to the fact that the touch sensors are actually placed inside the color filters quite than on top of them.

Digitimes on the other hand is reporting the same thing, since it cited “sources in Apple’s provide chain.” According to Digitimes improvements in yield rates for the in-cell panels is making it possible for Apple to use in-cell technology for the subsequent iPhone. The report Also stated that both Sharp as smartly Toshiba are increasing their production rate of in-cell panels.

Alright, the headline of this post is more of a question somewhat than fact. That’s because new rumors have simply got here out referring to our favourite subject for this blog – of course, the next iPhone. According to 9to5 Mac, their reliable source coming straight from Foxconn in China said that the next iPhone or iPhone 5 as what it is being called right now is now being geared for commencement of production. said source Also mentioned that there are now various prototypes of the subsequent iPhone, with slight variations from each other. So, workers could No longer really tell which form factor the next iPhone is going to take.

The report notes on the other hand a few few features among the iPhone 5 prototypes in Foxconn. These include a 4-inch display, different form factor than the iPhone 4S, and no tear-drop design. The source stated that the subsequent iPhone seems longer and also wider than the iPhone 4S. This is true of course since the subsequent iPhone is going to have a bigger screen display than the iPhone 4/4s.

If production of the iPhone 5 is indeed starting now, we may just probably see the next iPhone getting launched in summer, just in time for the WWDC. This is the same pattern that the iPhone 4S took last year.

So, are we all excited now about the possible launch of the next iPhone this coming summer? Who’s giddy about a bigger iPhone?

With the new iPad able to support 4G LTE network, sources are now saying that Apple will such a lot probably adapt the same feature for the next iPhone. Digitimes is reporting that Apple’s next generation iPhone is “very likely” to support 4G LTE as well. The report Additionally says that the subsequent iPhone will be launched in the second half of 2012.

The report more states that the launch of the next iPhone with 4G LTE connectivity features together with the release of other LTE-equipped devices will drive sales of smartphones this year between 45 million to 50 million units. This turned into until now predicted to be around 25 to 30 million units only.

Additionally, the report Also stated that the next iPhone will feature a faster processor and larger display than the current iPhone 4S. This is of course to be able to handle the faster 4G LTE network.

The question that remains to be answered is whether the 4G LTE smartphone will be able to support other LTE networks in other countries other than the U.S. as of this writing, the new iPad only supports 4G LTE networks of AT&T and also Verizon.

So with the iPhone assured of getting published anytime this year, what new features are you looking forward from this subsequent iPhone. Let’s boil it down to a bit even more specific aspect, how about how do you envisioned the new iPhone 5 to look like? No idea yet? Well, the people at Ciccare Design has anything in mind and they simply got here out with a new idea design of the next iPhone.

Yes, it the design looks Great well dandy and it looks like a bigger Magic Mouse since well. Ridiculous? Not really. Who knows, the iPhone designers at Apple just might think of adapting this design for the succeeding iPhone.

Let’s take a closer glance at the idea design. Aside from its Magic Mouse-like appearance, Ciccare Design Additionally moved the iPhone’s camera at the center from the left-most phase of the phone’s back panel. There’s Additionally the audio jack moved on the side from the top section of the current iPhone 4S. This I think is a wise move since, the current location of the audio jack is Now not ergonomically located as smartly becomes a problem when the use of a wired earphones.

And those are Very a lot what we could gather from this idea design of the iPhone 5. Take note, this is simply a concept design neatly as does Not in Well recommend that the subsequent iPhone will indeed sport a new form factor. Who knows, we might see another minor adjustment in the design of the iPhone 5 when it comes out later this year.

The question is, are you willing to buy an iPhone that looks a lot like your Magic Mouse?

Via [Ciccare Design]

So now that the new iPad has beed released as smartly Apple’s subsequent undertaking as a company is now going to be focused on the next iPhone. Apple Insider is reporting that Apple is in fact currently looking into possible components submitted by potential suppliers for the iPhone 5. According to research notes obtained by AppleInsider, investment firm Barclays said that Apple might use Qualcomm’s “MDM9615″ LTE chip which will support both voice and data connections on 4G networks.

The stated chip is different used by Apple for the new iPad which was the “MDM9600.” but the difference will Not impact both data as smartly voice however just the data connection. The next iPhone is Additionally expected to be uploaded as a world device like the iPhone 4S. The iPhone 4S in investigation you’re Now not aware could support various 4G LTE networks worldwide. Unlike the new iPad which is compatible only with either AT&T or Verizon 4G LTE networks.

Additionally, other potential suppliers eyed to provide essential components for the next iPhone include – Skyworks Solutions, TriQuint Semiconductor, and Avago Technologies. Of these potential suppliers, Barcalys think that Skyworks Solutions might take hold of the deal to supply components for iPhone 5.

The subsequent iPhone is expected to be launched sometime in September, one year after the iPhone 4S was introduced.

Now that Apple is “semi-confirmed” to announce the iPad 3 during its upcoming March 7 event, A lot of of you are probably asking, how about the next iPhone or iPhone 5? Unfortunately, nothing much is being talked about the subsequent iPhone proper now. Except for one report by Japanese website Macotakara which reported that the subsequent iPhone will be launched once more in fall this year.

According to the site, Apple will follow the same cycle in releasing the iPhone which for the past versions had been performed during the fall season. For that expect an announcement sometime either in September or October. Unfortunately, no further details about the next iPhone had been given out. We may just only proceed guessing on what the iPhone 5 is going to offer.

So, if you’re planning to get the next iPhone which is undoubtedly going to be the iPhone 5, what features are you looking forward to it? 4G LTE-capability? bigger screen? faster processor? better camera? Feel free to share your mind by a leaving a comment. Let’s start building up the hype on the iPhone 5 as the hype over the next iPad is already heating up.

A Foxconn employee from one of the company’s some factories has told South Korea’s Maeil Business Newspapers that Apple has already placed an order for the next iPhone. said sixth generation iPhone is expected to be launched in October 2012. The Foxconn employee confirms the newspaper that their company has obtained the order placed by Apple.

If there’s doubt as to authenticity of this claim by the employee, it was Additionally noticed that Foxconn’s factory in Taiyuan has been hiring additional employees, possibly to compensate for the demands of manufacturing the next iPhone.

Earlier, there has been rumors that the next iPhone will be launched this fall which is one year after the release of the iPhone 4S. however the rumored October release although Not coninciding with previous periods when different iPhone versions had been uploaded seems most likely to happen. This may be a Excellent strategy for Apple since the October release date happens beforehand the Holiday shopping season starts.

Interestingly, this new rumor contradicts until now reports Additionally coming from a Foxconn employee saying that the subsequent iPhone will be launched in June. So, any guesses as to when the next iPhone will be released? June or October?

via Digitimes