Tag: iPhone 12

  • 4G-only iPhone 12 may launch in Spring 2021

    4G-only iPhone 12 may launch in Spring 2021

    The rumor: Following the announcement of four new iPhone 12 models this Fall, Apple will release another, lower-end model in the Spring, according to Fast Company (57.9% accurate).

    • The new model wouldn’t be equipped with a 5G in order to cut costs and offer the unit at a lower price
    • A release date in Spring 2021 echoes a Wedbush Securities (100% accurate) report from last month

    Our take: This is likely this ‘iPhone SE Plus’ that we’ve heard rumblings about with an all-screen design and 5.5-6.1-inch display. The iPhone 6 design is incredibly dated now, and while it got the pass in 2020, it won’t be very competitive next year: que the 4g-only iPhone 12.

  • Only iPhone 12 Pro Max may get fastest 5G

    Only iPhone 12 Pro Max may get fastest 5G

    The rumor: While all iPhone 12 models will support sub-6Hz 5G, only the iPhone 11 Pro Max will support the faster mmWave standard, according to Fast Company (57.9% accurate).

    • “Only the largest phone in the line has room inside for the special antenna…and larger battery needed” due to more intense mmWave power drain
    • The mmWave iPhone 11 Pro Max will only be available in the United States, Korea and Japan

    Our take: The more we hear about this year’s iPhone lineup, the more I feel like there’s no clear vision for what these phones are meant to be. Some are launching before others. Some have good 5G and one has great 5G. All are said to ship with the same notch from 2017 and not include headphones or a charger in the box. Either the rumors are totally off, or Apple’s teams are struggling to innovate at the rates they used to.

  • iPhone 12 to ship ahead of 12 Pro in October

    iPhone 12 to ship ahead of 12 Pro in October

    The rumor: Apple is planning a “staggered” release for the iPhone 12 lineup, according to Mark Gurman (86.7% accurate).

    • While the 5.4 and 6.1-inch iPhone 12 models will launch first, the 6.1 and larger 6.7-inch iPhone 12 Pro models will ship later
      • It’s unclear whether or not the Pro models will be shipping in October
    • DigiTimes (61% accurate) previously suggested that the two 6.1-inch models would roll out first

    Our take: This feels far more realistic than one Pro and one non-Pro model shipping together. I can only hope that the extra time needed for the Pro models is to ensure a 120Hz display makes the cut…

  • AirTags & Apple Watch Series 6 unveil possible at Apple October event

    AirTags & Apple Watch Series 6 unveil possible at Apple October event

    The rumor: The iPhone 12, Apple Watch Series 6 and AirTags will be unveiled at an online Apple event in October, according to Macotakara (67.4%% accurate).

    • Macotakara says this info comes from the supply chain
    • Jon Prosser (77.8% accurate) believes the Apple Watch Series 6 is coming in September
    • AirTags were reportedly set to debut last March alongside the iPhone SE (2020)

    Our take: I think Macotakara is off on this one…at least for the Apple Watch Series 6. Stock is really low on Apple’s website currently, but it is very plausible that Apple waits to unveil AirTags until October (on stage at a proper event).

  • ‘Dark blue’ iPhone 12 model again rumored for release this year

    ‘Dark blue’ iPhone 12 model again rumored for release this year

    The news: Following last year’s release of Midnight Green, Apple is preparing a new color for some of its iPhone models this year, according to DigiTimes (61% accurate).

    • The new ‘dark blue’ colorway will be a first for an Apple product
    • It’s still unclear whether or not Midnight Green will be eliminated
    • Max Weinbach (39.% accurate) shared the new color was coming months ago

    Our take: With multiple sources now reporting the same thing, it seems like ‘dark blue’ is happening this year. That being said, I hope it is complimentary to Midnight Green…not its replacement.

  • iPhone 12 may ship with iOS 14.1

    iPhone 12 may ship with iOS 14.1

    The news: As Apple is planning to ship iOS 14 in September, the iPhone 12 series will run a newer update when they release later on, according to Mark Gurman (86.7% accurate).

    • iOS 14.1 will likely be the firmware that ships with the iPhone 12 series in October
    • The update will also include new features previewed at WWDC 2020:
      • More detailed App Store privacy pages (see below)
      • Support for App Clips code scanning in the Camera app

    Our take: Development on iOS 14 is going smoothly, so a month between 14.0’s release and a larger 14.1 update seems realistic. Plus, 14.1 will surely bundle in a number of new software features exclusive to the 2020 iPhones.

  • iPhone 12 Pro Max images show UI changes, same-size notch

    iPhone 12 Pro Max images show UI changes, same-size notch

    The leak: New images of a prototype iPhone 12 Pro Max have surfaced, courtesy of EverythingApplePro and Max Weinbach (39.1% accurate).

    • Notch size is unchanged in these new images
    • The bezels shown on the iPhone 12 Pro Max are quite thick
    • A larger 6.7-inch display allows for more information on display
      • AM/PM notation
      • Tweaked battery icon

    Our take: This leak corroborates the other iPhone 12 Pro Max screenshots shared prior. I love the AM/PM notation as it seems Apple is taking advantage of the extra screen space. However, I am extremely disappointed to see that notch is the same size as before.

  • iPhone 12 Pro Max screenshots show 120Hz support, 4k240p slow-mo

    iPhone 12 Pro Max screenshots show 120Hz support, 4k240p slow-mo

    The leak: Screenshots from a nearly complete iPhone 12 Pro Max test unit have been leaked by Jon Prosser (77.8% accurate).

    New features shown in the first screenshot:

    • LiDAR sensor autofocus and subject detection
    • New video modes of 4k120/4k240p video
    • Enhanced night mode with extended exposure times
    • Advanced noise reduction
    • Bit depth video
    • Zoom enhancements

    And from the second, arguably more exciting screenshot:

    • High refresh rate (120hz) support
    • Adaptive refresh rate changes from 60 to 120hz as needed

    Our take: These screenshots are pretty wild. Don’t think we’ve ever seen anything like this before. Confirms a lot of what we’ve been hearing, and they’re almost certainly real with Jon’s track record. That being said…these are test features. Not all will likely make the cut.

  • 120Hz display may still launch on iPhone 12 Pro

    120Hz display may still launch on iPhone 12 Pro

    The rumor: Amid issues implementing 120Hz displays on the iPhone 12 Pro series, the feature may still make the cut, according to Jon Prosser (77.8% accurate).

    • Prototypes currently exist with 120hz working on the 6.7-inch iPhone 12 Pro Max
    • Other sources have recently indicated that iPad-Pro like ProMotion tech is not coming in 2020

    Our take: Who is to believe at this point? Prosser (77.8% accurate) has been consistent in saying from the get-go that 120Hz is coming. But Weinbach (39.1% accurate) doesn’t think it will make the launch. Across the board, sources seem split on this defining feature.

  • iPhone 12 Pro Max case shows new camera setup

    iPhone 12 Pro Max case shows new camera setup

    The leak: A fresh image of an updated iPhone 12 Pro Max case shows a tweaked camera design with a new circular cutout.

    • The new cutout below the right camera lens is likely for the new LiDAR sensor
    • Triple cameras will remain for another year
    • It’s unclear if a LiDAR sensor is also coming the the smaller iPhone 12 Pro, too

    Our take: The camera placement looks about right to me. We’ve still yet to see the real implications for what a LiDAR sensor is truly capable of, but Apple seems to be sold on the promise if it’ll be on the latest Pro iPads and iPhones.

  • iPhone 12 may ship in October, 12 Pro in November

    iPhone 12 may ship in October, 12 Pro in November

    The rumor: Apple will release the standard iPhone 12 models in October and higher-end 12 Pro variations in November, according to Jon Prosser (77.8% accurate).

    • You’ll be able to pre-order to iPhone 12 as soon as the week of October 12
    • iPhone 12 devices could ship out the week of October 19
    • Specific iPhone 12 Pro shipping info has not yet been decided yet

    Our take: This schedule is reminiscent of what Apple did with the iPhone 8 and iPhone X releases in 2017. That being said, Mark Gurman (86.6% accurate) seems to think something is off here… Dates below are very believable, yet I’m personally surprised that this info has surfaced already.