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Digitimes retracts report of iPhone with 4.8 inch display
Earlier this week, Digitimes released a dubious report alleging that Apple was working on an iPhone model (dubbed iPhone Math) that would sport a 4.8-inch screen. This mythical, larger screened iPhone was reportedly going to come with an 8 megapixel camera and was going to launch alongside the iPhone 5S. And oh yes, the initial […]
Continue reading...Did Apple and TSMC strike a deal to manufacture A6x processors?
21. January 2013
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In remarks made on Friday, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) CEO Morris Chang said that he anticipates that his company, in 2013, will be responsible for nearly all the chips built using the 28nm process. Consequently, some believe that Chang’s statements indicate that TSMC has at last struck a deal to manufacture chips for the […]
Continue reading...Sharp reportedly halts iPad display production
21. January 2013
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Hot on the heels of reports, albeit unsubstantiated, that Apple was scaling back its iPhone display orders comes word via Reuters that Sharp has effectively ceased production on displays for the 4th-gen iPad. Sharp Corp has nearly halted production of 9.7-inch screens for Apple Inc’s iPad, two sources said, as demand shifts to its smaller […]
Continue reading...Apple working on 4.8-inch iPhone – Report
21. January 2013
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If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em, right? A new report claims that Apple may, after all these years, follow the trend and release an iPhone model with a 4.8-inch screen dubbed iPhone Math. An unusual name to be sure, which leads some to believe it may simply be an internal codeword for the device. […]
Continue reading...iPhone 5S to begin preliminary production in March ahead of June/July launch
17. January 2013
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Echoing reports from a few other analysts, Jefferies analyst Peter Misek recently issued a research note to investors claiming that Apple’s preliminary builds of the iPhone 5S will commence in March ahead of an anticipated launch date in either June or July. Notably, this would mark Apple’s return to a Spring/Summer launch schedule. If you […]
Continue reading...Details on Apple’s 2013 product roadmap – new iPhone 5s and a whole lot more
16. January 2013
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Let’s take a break from all the hullabaloo surrounding Apple’s share price and alleged weak demand for the iPhone 5 to take a look at some of Apple’s upcoming products. Of course, Apple keeps its product roadmap a tightly guarded secret, but KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has proven rather adept at predicting future Apple […]
Continue reading...More economical iPhone model may utilize joint plastic/metal design
15. January 2013
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Digitimes adds new details to its previous reports concerning Apple’s plans to release an entry level and more economical iPhone model. A few weeks ago the publication relayed that Apple will release a larger, and yet cheaper, iPhone device that will be targeted for emerging markets. This report was soon corroborated by the WSJ which […]
Continue reading...Apple slashes iPhone orders amidst weaker demand – report
14. January 2013
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The Wall Street Journal is reporting that Apple recently notified its component suppliers that it will be halving its initial order projection for iPhone 5 screens for the first quarter of 2013. The Cupertino, Calif., company has also cut orders for components other than screens, according to one of the people. Apple notified the suppliers […]
Continue reading...iPad 5th generation and new iPad Mini to drop in March, says analyst
11. January 2013
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Following checks made at CES, Topeka Capital Markets analyst Brian White put out a new report claiming that Apple is planning to accelerate its upgrade cycle in 2013 and release new versions of the iPad and iPad Mini as early as March. Our checks at CES indicate Apple will release the iPad 5 and the […]
Continue reading...Phil Schiller dismisses cheap iPhone rumors
10. January 2013
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Over the past few days, there have been a number of reports pointing to Apple possibly releasing a lower-cost iPhone sometime in 2013. To that end, Phil Schiller recently sat down for an interview with the Shanghai Evening News where he effectively dispelled the notion that Apple would produce a cheaply made iPhone. “At first, […]
Continue reading...WSJ and Bloomberg echo reports of lower-priced iPhone in 2013
9. January 2013
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Hot on the heels of a report from Digitimes regarding a low-cost iPhone in the works for 2013 comes word from the Wall Street Journal echoing that sentiment. While Apple has explored such a device for years, the plan has been progressing and a less expensive version of the flagship device could launch as soon […]
Continue reading...Apple exploring lower-cost iPhone with larger display for emerging markets – Report
8. January 2013
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A new report claims that Apple in 2013 will release a larger, albeit cheaper, iPhone device in an attempt to make inroads in developing markets. The report, originally sourced from Digitimes, notes that this alleged larger iPhone will sport a completely new exterior design. Growing sales of the iPad mini, particularly in China and other […]
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22. January 2013
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