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Analyst indicates that “high-end” lenses for next-gen iPhone models will ship later this month

Apple’s upcoming “iPhone 12” handsets will reportedly incorporate “high-end” lens arrays in its rear-facing camera, according to analyst/Apple guru Ming-Chi Kuo. Per a recent research note published Friday, manufacturing partner Largan is said to begin sending shipments of camera lenses bound for the next-gen iPhone in mid-July. Compared to past years, Largan’s estimated production window […]

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3D-printed iPhone mockup shows potential 2021 model iPhone with no camera notch

It’s a mockup, but it’s interesting. A 3D-printed mockup of an upcoming iPhone model apparently shows a unit without the “notch” at the top of the screen as well as a USB-C port. It’s thought that this could be for a 2021 iPhone model, or the “iPhone 13.” The mockup hails from Alibaba, the Chinese […]

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Rumor: 2019 model iPhones could feature two-way wireless charging, larger batteries, improved camera systems, and upgraded RAM

In a recently published note from analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, the 2019 model iPhone lineup could feature two-way wireless charging. In the note, quo mentioned wireless charging as well as suppliers Lunshare, and Sunway, which are thought to be providing Qi charging components for the handsets. STMicro is said to be on tap for the controlling […]

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Rumor: Apple testing next-gen iPhones with USB-C connectors, three-camera system, significant changes for iOS 13

The rumor mill has it that the next-gen iPhone could feature a rear-facing 3D camera incorporating a laser scanner for purposes like augmented reality, while iOS 13 could deliver features like Dark Mode and CarPlay enhancements. The laser sensor is thought to work at ranges up to about 15 feet, in contrast with the dot […]

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Apple announces updated iPad Pro models with Face ID feature, USB-C charging

2018 iPad Pro has been announced and it appears that most of the rumors were true. Over at the media event in Brooklyn today, Apple announced the new iPad Pro models, which don’t feature a Home button, support Face ID, and replace the Lightning port with USB-C. The new iPad Pro models have Liquid Retina […]