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Analyst: iPhone 5 shortage a result of new manufacturing techniques, in-cell displays

If you were wondering why it’s a bit hard to get your mitts on the new iPhone 5 you want, there’s been an update. Per Bloomberg, Apple’s adoption of in-cell touchscreen panels for the iPhone 5 is the primary reason supplies of the new smartphone are constrained. Analyst Ben A. Reitzes with Barlcays said in […]

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Hack discovered, Verizon iPhone 5 apparently unlockable for use on GSM networks

Ok, this is interesting. Hours after the iPhone 5 hit store shelves across the U.S. on Friday, it has reportedly been discovered that the CDMA Verizon version of the device can be used on AT&T and T-Mobile’s networks with a simple GSM micro SIM card modification. Per the iDownloadBlog, it’s apparently possible to trim down […]

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Some users reporting scuffs, scratches on new iPhone 5 handsets

You can’t win ’em all. Per AppleInsider, an increasing number of iPhone 5 owners are reporting scuffs and other signs of damage to their newly-purchased smartphones right out of the box, with some miffed customers taking to the web in what is being dubbed “scuffgate.” According to complaints posted to various forums and social media […]

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iFixit, iLab Factory post initial iPhone 5 teardown reports

Once again, the lunatics over at iFixit got their mitts on the new iPhone, got to work dissecting it and posted the results faster than anyone could believe it. And, once again, they found some really cool stuff inside Apple’s newest handset. Per iFixit’s full teardown report, the repair firm managed to snag a “black […]

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Analyst: Apple’s new Lightning connector should have product lifespan of 5-10 years

If you’re irked about having to buy a new Lightning adapter for your iPhone 5 or updated iPod, at least it’ll be around for a while. Per AppleInsider, Apple’s new Lightning connector, introduced alongside the iPhone 5 last week, is thought to be a key longterm investment for the company, and will possibly have a […]