Apple iPhone 5 Will Feature a Smaller 19-Pin Dock Connector

Adding to the already ample speculation about Apple’s next smartphone, Reuters just revealed that sources familiar with the iPhone 5 have told them that one of the biggest changes made in the device is the use of a 19-pin dock connector.

Currently, the iPhone 4S and all its predecessors use a 30-pin dock connector which is rather bulky and takes up a lot of space at the bottom of the smartphone. Changing that connector to one that is significantly smaller will mean that Apple can now shift over the 3.5 mm headphone jack to the bottom of the device rather than placing it at the top.

Also, the additional available space could be used to house a bigger battery, 4G radio, or other hardware components. Alternatively, it may just allow for a smaller design form factor.

Although it may seem as if saving space is always a good thing for a smartphone, the fact of the matter is that if Apple does indeed use a 19-pin dock connector, it will have several ramifications. The most notable of these is the simple fact that it will mean that the iPhone 5 will not be able to use any of the current iPhone accessories, all of which are designed for 30-pin dock connectors.

It is hoped that Apple will introduce some sort of adapter that will allow the iPhone 5 to be backwards compatible with these peripherals and accessories, but as of yet there is no official word on whether or not they will do so.

Already there are several Chinese manufacturers that claim to be able to offer iPhone 5 cases that are guaranteed to fit the new device and have the audio jack on the top as well.

Considering this report is coming from Reuters, the source is probably a lot more reliable than many of the other iPhone 5 rumors that are floating around. Still, it is worth noting that there is no official confirmation out yet.
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Apple iPhone 5 Front Panel Pictures Surface Online

Adding to the already lengthy string of rumors and supposed ‘leaks’ surrounding the iPhone 5 is the news that pictures of the front panel of the device have made their way online. Originally these pictures were published on a Chinese blog, Apple.Pro, and they feature pictures of two front panels that do not look that dissimilar to the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S. The only difference between the two pictures are the colors of the front panels themselves; one of which is white and the other of which is black.

True or False?

While it is still anyone’s guess as to whether or not these pictures are legitimate leaks or whether they’re just another hoax, it must be said that there are some facets that tie in closely to other rumors that have been circulating online. For starters, the screen size on the front panels appears larger, which ties in to the rumor that the iPhone 5 would feature a larger screen than its predecessor. Also, the front camera gap appears larger as well which could mean that a larger camera sensor is going to be placed there for higher quality FaceTime calls.

Of course, skeptics will immediately point out that if anyone did want to publish pictures as a hoax they’d make certain that those pictures fit in with the other rumors that were floating about. Since no details are forthcoming about how this leak managed to find its way online, for now all that can be said for certain is that someone has released photos of front panels that look something like what people would expect on an iPhone. The fact that this leak comes out of China isn’t surprising especially considering the sheer popularity of Apple devices in the country and the almost fanatical following that have even started ordering the iPhone 5 on pre-orders from retailers despite it not being announced as yet.

When Will the iPhone 5 Show Up?

Only two things are known for certainty about the iPhone 5: The fact that it will run iOS 6 and the fact that it will include Apple’s new 3D maps as opposed to Google Maps. Because iOS 6 is still in beta, the chances of the iPhone 5 showing up soon are rather slim although many sources are still pinning August 7th as the date when an official announcement will be made. It is a safe bet that Apple may try to get the device out sometime in late September or October so that they’ll be on shelves in time for the holiday season, but there are really no solid details available.

For now, Apple aficionados will have to content themselves with rumors, and ‘leaked’ information such as these photos that will undoubtedly crop up more and more frequently over the next few weeks and months. Frankly speaking, until Apple really does announce the iPhone 5 and provide more details it is likely that the speculation will just will just increase just as it did with other highly anticipated devices such as the iPhone 4S, iPad 2, and Samsung Galaxy S III. Who knows, it might even turn out that these photos are the real deal.
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Apple iPhone 5 Announcement Now Slated For August 7th

Already the cacophony of rumors surrounding the iPhone 5 has reached dizzying heights. Not only have rumored specifications made their way online, but concept art, allegedly official renders, and engineering samples have all surfaced over the last few months. Just last week some retailers in China even started to take pre-orders for the device with some charging the ‘full price’ upfront. Now, the suspicion is that the iPhone 5 could be a lot closer than most people expect, and Apple is expected to reveal their latest handset to the world on the 7th of August.

Real Announcement Date or Just Another Rumor?

While the fact of the matter is that this supposed ‘August 7th’ announcement date could just turn out to be another rumor, the one thing that it does have going for it is the fact that Apple traditionally unveils its iPhone handsets in the summer. Of course, they did depart from this convention with the iPhone 4S, but that may just be the exception to the rule. Also, if it is true that the iPhone 5 will be announced (and released) sometime in August then it coincides quite well with another rumor that had stated that the iPhone 5 went into production in June giving it a two month window to produce enough handsets to ship for the release.

On the other side of the spectrum however, the August 7th date is being called into doubt by those who point out that while iOS 6 is already in beta it is still a long way away from being a finished product. It is unlikely that the iPhone 5 will ship with iOS 5 and then be updated to iOS 6 later, and so it is reasonable to assume that Apple will want iOS 6 to be ready to ship in tandem with the iPhone 5. Some point out that with a three week window until August the 7th, Apple could attempt speed up the beta testing of the iOS 6 but it would still be cutting it rather close.

What to Expect from the iPhone 5

So far, all the rumors about the iPhone 5 seem to reinforce the fact that it should be a slimmer but longer device that features a bigger screen than its predecessors. Needless to say it is also expected to receive a bump in processing power, and feature a more polished version of Siri. Although there have been some outlandish rumors about the device featuring a 3D camera, it is unlikely to turn out to be true. Still, Apple may have a few surprises up its sleeve when the iPhone 5 is finally announced.

It may be a bit too early to mark out August 7th on your calender, but if a suspiciously large Apple event is scheduled for anywhere near that date then it may lend further credence to this latest ‘announcement date’. Many other sources still are confident that the iPhone 5 will only be released in September or October however, so there’s really no telling which date is more likely at this point in time.
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Apple iPhone 5 Pre-Order in China: Rumored Specs & Release Date

Although the iPhone 5 is  a long way away from being released, that hasn’t stopped retailers in China from starting to accept pre-orders for the device. These retailers both online and offline have started displaying pictures of the purported new iPhone and some have even been posting technical specifications of the device.

Considering how tight lipped Apple have been about anything and everything to do with the iPhone 5, the source of these photos and technical specifications is somewhat dubious. Closer inspection has since revealed that many have been sourced from iPhone 5 rumors and mock-ups that have appeared online in the last few months.

Some Chinese retailers are even using pictures that closely resemble the iPod Touch.

Despite all of that, these pre-orders have already reportedly started to sell. Bearing in mind the immense popularity that Apple enjoys in China, this should come as no surprise. Some of the retailers are accepting pre-orders for a small ‘booking fee’ of about $200, while others are charging a full $1,100 upfront.

No release dates are offered by any of the retailers however.

Rumored iPhone 5 Specifications

There are a lot of rumors about regarding the iPhone 5 and what it will look like as well as what sort of specifications it will come with beneath its exterior.

Many rumors agree on the fact that the iPhone 5 will feature a bigger screen, and will have a much more sleek ‘unibody’ design for its aluminium casing that is reminiscent of the MacBook Air. As of yet the sources of these rumors are unconfirmed, but considering the iPhone 5 is set to compete against Samsung’s Galaxy S3, it stands to reason that it will probably have a larger screen than its predecessor.

Another rumor that is also unconfirmed is that the iPhone 5 will run on Apple’s new A6 quad core processors.

Last but certainly not least one of the more outlandish theories is that the iPhone 5 will come with a 3D camera that is capable of recording both still images and video in 3D. The source of this theory is a patent that Apple supposedly filed for that outlines a 3D imaging camera, but both the existence of the patent and whether or not such a camera is targeted for the iPhone 5 is in doubt.

Expected iPhone 5 Release Details

As of right now Apple has still not made any official announcement regarding when the iPhone 5 will be available. Many are expecting a ‘late fall’ release sometime from September to November however.

The most likely rumor regarding the iPhone 5′s release is that in late September it will be ‘unveiled’ by Apple’s CEO Tim Cook, before being finally released sometime in October. Even this is uncertain however, and until Apple actually comes up with a date it is really all just speculation.

While the iPhone’s popularity has already been well documented, this is the first time that retailers are actually accepting pre-orders for the device when there isn’t even an official release date. The worry is that some of these ‘pre-orders’ may actually turn out to be scams to take advantage of those who want to be among the first to get their hands on Apple’s new smartphone.
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iPhone 5 Featuring 4-Inch Display & Sleeker Design To Land in Q3

While almost every smartphone manufacturer making buzz about their upcoming devices and releases, Apple couldn’t stand being left behind doing nothing. That’s why on Monday, a report indicated that the Cupertino-based technology titan will be releasing a new model of its famous iPhone this time with bigger display and newer, sleeker look. Brian White, Topeka Capital Markets analyst, received information during his meeting with suppliers in China that the next generation iPhone will completely be different and new. A new 4-inch screen is supposed to be used for the iPhone 5 and will come with a Unibody case to have a sleeker appearance, White said.

Moreover, Apple might give its go signal to begin fabrication of iPhone 5 parts in June. If it will go in that time range, it is possible that we will be able to see the new iPhone in August or September. Well, no one really knows what will become the official name of the next generation iPhone. Others call it, iPhone 4S refresh, and some call it iPhone 5 and that include us here. Maybe Apple will call it the New iPhone when released just like its New iPad. But anyway, if the rumors were true, then it won’t take long before we can see another stunning device from the technology giant.

The 4 inches screen or display will definitely be larger than what the current iPhone has (3.5 inches) but it will never be huge that it will lose its sense of pocketability. Most of the smart phones released by other manufacturers have 4 inches displays or even bigger but iPhone owners are stuck with 3.5-incher because according to the late Steve Jobs, it is the perfect size for everyone in which many tech enthusiasts also agree. However, the plan of inducing Apple’s newest Retina Display technology may require larger displays. If this will be realized, then next gen iPhone owners will enjoy a resolution around 768 x 1024 pixels and ~316 PPI. Alongside these rumors come another suggesting that it may sport an A5X chip and 1 GB RAM just like the New iPad.

The 4G LTE is also cited by tech enthusiasts to be one of the features of the new iPhone to be able to cope up with the latest trends in the world of smartphones. We don’t know the exact release date as well as the price because basically the production hasn’t been started yet. But there is always truth behind these rumors. What they are will be revealed in due time. Anyway, if you are an iPhone 4S owner, would you buy this iPhone? Or does it even make an appeal to you?
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Rumored iPhone 5 Specs & Features: Things We Want To See In The Next Generation iPhone

There is a lot of rumors and unconfirmed reports about the next generation iPhone (5) specs and features. Some say iPhone 5 will come with better, improved and enhanced processor while others say it will come with relatively larger screen. Among other rumors is the speculation that it will feature LTE connectivity. The thing is there is no available information about the real specs of iPhone 5 simply because Apple hasn’t revealed them yet. But it’s always good to have our own wish list of the things we want to see or included in the next release of Apple’s most popular device. So, we collated some rumors and speculations to be discussed.

Improved processor. For specs-conscious people, an improved processor would always make an appeal because it is the benchmark of a faster device. Logically so, improved processor on iPhone 5 will lead to a better performance and faster processing. Moreover, a faster processor adds up to the reputation of a smartphone; the faster the processor is, the more popular the device will become.

Larger screen. The advantage of having a larger screen/display on the next generation iPhone is that things would look bigger in it and that owners will not find it difficult to browse as there is enough space for the fingers. But in truth, the reason why Apple made it almost a tradition to use 3.5 inches screen is because that size is just appropriate for any user; it’s neither big nor small. Besides, having a bigger screen might degrade the quality of the Retina Display on the device if Apple decides to showcase it on an iPhone.

LTE connectivity. The evolution of internet connectivity has been so vast in the past couple of years and users are wishing their devices are capable of transferring data at the speed of light. This capability is also on the wish list of expectant iPhone owners who might be planning on getting the next generation iPhone. It seems people are not content with the speed of our current internet connection.

Slimmer model. Let’s face it, slimmer smartphones are often dubbed as “elegant” than those bulky ones. There is some truth behind it, though. Slimmer but stronger devices often have the quality that goes beyond expectations and that’s where art and superb engineering enters. I might call those devices “amazing” than being “elegant” but honestly, it’s just the art of using words with the same meaning.
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Apple iPhone 5 to Sport 4.6 inch Retina Display Confirmed by South Korea Media

Here’s good news for all the iPhone lovers. Apple has come up with its next generation ‘iPhone 5’. It may interest you to know that this new generation iPhone will be sporting a huge 4.6-inches retina display screen. Yes, you heard it right!

Is it a Rumor?

This news has been confirmed in the Maeil Business Newspaper issued by South Korea Media Outlet. The statement was quoted on Wednesday evening by Reuters.

Brands like Samsung and LG supply the displays to Apple from their display units. But when asked about the news of supplying 4.6-inch display screens, both the brands decided to stay quiet. Industry reports state that Apple has already placed larger display screen orders to their suppliers.

Till Date this device has the largest screen size in Apple generation

The last release of Apple was iPhone 4S. The 4S model of iPhone had a 3.5-inch display screen that is believed to be an optimal size for one-handed use touch screens. So, as compared to the previous one, the latest generation of iPhone has an inch bigger display screen.

If we peep into the past, Apple had specifically declared that 3.5 inches display screen is an optimum size for a smartphone and the brand (Apple) wouldn’t be contending on display size. That’s the reason every version of iPhone including the latest release i.e. iPhone 4S had a 3.5 inches display screen.

Every year the display sizes of Android SmartPhones have been increasing with some or the other model stepping in to the market. It seems as if even Apple has entered the league. By launching iPhone 5, Apple is sure to give a tough fight to Samsung Galaxy S2 and flagship Galaxy Nexus by Google as these two shares the same display size of 4.6 inches.

What about the Specs and Techs of this New Generation iPhone 5?

Unfortunately, no other details have been leaked out about iPhone 5. The Techs and Specs remain a secret.

Price and Availability:

As per the statement made by Apple, the device will be available in the market by the onset of the second quarter this year. IPhone 4S was announced by Apple last October and it arrived in the market within the time frame. So let’s hope this next generation iPhone 5 will hit the floors soon.
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Apple iPhone 5 Release Date Slated For June 2012 At WWDC 2012

For sure, a lot of Apple fans out there are eagerly waiting for the next iPhone version. There have been speculations that the next-gen iPhone will be equipped with a larger display and will be housed in a completely redesigned form factor. Of course, these specs will remain as leaks unless we get an official word of confirmation from Apple. And speaking of which, we’ve heard from recent reports that it is very likely for the iPhone 5 to make an appearance at the company’s annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). The said event will take place in San Francisco this coming June 2012.

In fact, the iPhone 5 has long been part of our pool of rumors. At first, there were hunches that the phone will be equipped with a more improved version Siri, the AI virtual assistant for iPhones. Then, there were leaks stating that the iOS handset will flaunt a bigger screen. Despite of these, none can really confirm the existence of the said next-gen iPhone.

It wasn’t until last month that we’ve heard something that could somewhat hint the phone’s early production. A certain Foxconn employee did leak that the iPhone 5 is currently being prepared for mass production. The anonymous tipster even added that the next-gen Apple handset will be made thicker and longer than the current iPhone 4S and it will not be offered as a teardrop-shaped phone. There’s also a possibility that the iPhone 5 will be the first phone to make use of Sprint’s blazing fast 4G LTE.

As of now, all that we can do is hope that the iPhone 5 will be announced sooner so that we can prepare our dough. Come to think of it, iOS handsets usually don’t come cheap. The iPhone 4S, for example, is currently being sold for 649 USD. That’s if you skip those two-year contracts from Sprint, AT&T and Verizon.

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Apple iPhone 5 Specs & Release Date Rumored: 4+ Inch Display

As for those who are quite eager to know more about the status of the rumored next-gen iPhone, we’ve heard that the handset is currently gearing up for mass production. If you can still recall, we did mention in our previous posts that Apple could be preparing for the upcoming release of its latest iPhone version.

Even so, there were no clear statements that could confirm the phone’s features and specifications. But guess what? An unnamed yet reliable source from Foxconn (courtesy of 9to5mac) leaked that prototypes of the rumored iPhone 5 have been circulating around certain establishments. The source added that these sample handsets vary in terms of features and specs. Nonetheless, there’s a common feature that could possibly hint that the next-gen Apple handset will be made longer and wider than the current iPhone 4S. That being said, all models were sporting a large 4+ inch display.

But that’s not all. It was also revealed that the iPhone 5 will not be offered as a teardrop-shaped device. Instead, it will be a symmetrically shaped handset with a form factor that won’t be made similar to the earlier iPhone versions. Do take note that none of these sample devices have been claimed as the final version. Another important thing to consider is the timeframe allotted for the handset’s production. Given the fact that the production of the iPhone 4S started on late spring and if we tend to follow the month-interval, there’s a great chance that the iPhone 5 will hit the shelves by summer instead of fall.

Looking back at the previous rumors, it was mentioned that the next-gen Apple iPhone will be housed in a redesigned form factor. One of the key highlights of the completely redesigned model will be the rubber/plastic bezel. It’s really up to you if you want to remain sceptical. Just bear in mind that there’s no confirmation or whatsoever from Apple.
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Rumor: Apple iPhone 5 4G LTE Hit Stores in Q3

Apple has been the playground for many rumors to dwell. Here is one such rumor about the next gen iPhone – the iPhone 5. Well, we all expected Apple to release iPhone 5 earlier, but then the iPhone 4S had to be an intermediate step for the awesome personal assistant Siri. Now that the “Siri hype” has gone down a bit, Apple is back with its subtle leaks on the next iPhone.

So what can we expect (reasonable ones of course) from the iPhone 5? The iPhone 5 will be slimmer and a tad wider than the iPhone 4S.Apart from the reduced thickness, the next gen iPhone might undergo a weight reduction course as well – there is a rumor in the air that Apple is planning to use a different casing material for their next smartphone.

Now let’s jump into the possible interiors for this monster of a phone. The iPhone 5 will probably be powered by the Qualcomm quad core chip. This means that this phone is user-ready for both 3G and 4G LTE networks. So for all those sulking about the absence of 4G support in 4S, the iPhone 5 will satisfy your needs.Apart from these there are certain obvious features like the iOS5, iCloud, a better display an 8MP camera and of course, Siri enabled

Though the sales figures of the iPhone 4S were humongous, we know that the iPhone 4S had its own glitches. Let’s hope that the same is not repeated with the iPhone 5.Our sources have revealed that this smartphone will be ready by the end of Q2 and will be available in the stores by Q3. With iPad 3 being developed side by side 2012 should be one expensive year for all the Apple fans.
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