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Apple Said to Debut Three Glass-Backed iPhone 8 Models, Including New 5-Inch Size, in 2017
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Apple has kept very close parity between its 4.7 & 5.5" phones. The only difference being in the camera module and the unavoidable larger battery in the larger model. And the SE is much closer to the top-end phone than what other manufacturers offer at that size.
Maybe he should wait until 2019 since 2018 will be the 's' upgrade nobody wants ...
I on the other hand will enjoy a new phone every year (happy member of the awesome upgrade program) - no need to skip any phone.
I've seen that mockup before and I sincerely hope next years prototypes follow its design. Usually we have some knowledge of prototype devices that are currently being tested yet next years iOS product line is currently kept under extreme measures. This may truly be the first time Cook is "doubling down" on leaks.
"All three iPhone 8 models will use glass supplied by Biel Crystal Manufactory and Lens Technology ...
Because it is early in the development cycle, Nikkei warns that Apple's plans could still change and it could decide to scrap plans to offer three devices."
Specifically, it could decide to scrap the plan to work with Biel Crystal Manufactory and Lens Technology, on the grounds that they, apparently, cannot keep their mouths shut.
I don't see this this going down well with Apple management...
Because it is early in the development cycle, Nikkei warns that Apple's plans could still change and it could decide to scrap plans to offer three devices."
Specifically, it could decide to scrap the plan to work with Biel Crystal Manufactory and Lens Technology, on the grounds that they, apparently, cannot keep their mouths shut.
I don't see this this going down well with Apple management...
Very possible. Notice how these analysts always say something along the lines of, "Apple may completely change their minds and not do the thing we're predicting?" You're never wrong when you make every bet.
The 4 did glass backs the only way that's reasonable: Making them replaceable parts. You could remove that panel with a single screwdriver and pop a new one on if you cracked it. Not very likely with waterproofing involved.
So what, he's funny. I bet Safari will be snappier on a 5".
Actually very disappointed to not see a 4" - please don't neglect us 5S/SE users Apple!
Really? I thought they had all already left after the lack of replacement battery, then the lack of an SD card, then the lack of a USB slot, then the lack of a 3.5" jack!
Honestly, it's amazing that Apple has any customers these days, given the way they're unable to understand public demand.
Height-wise, your fingers will only cover maybe 15 to 20 % of the screen and very likely only on the left side. Almost all content has some whitespace at the borders or has usually non-essential content at the border (eg, photos). I really don't think obscuring content is of any real issue.
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What is amazing is that you think you understand public demand given the success of the iPhone.
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I'd say 5.5" is really pushing it, but still just about doable with large-enough hands.
You and millions of others
Let's hope Apple manufactures more of the top-tier models from the outset, those models that invariably seem to be so much in demand. You currently still can't get a JB 7+ in 256GB on a walk-in basis in many places. Artificially boosted demand for the highest-priced models?
Personally, I wouldn't mind something along the lines of that recently announced Xiaomi Mi Mix 6.4-inch edgeless design, aesthetically anyway, but with TouchId under-glass on the front of course.
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Too many SKUs. Maybe just have 256 GB standard. It is not that expensive to do it across the board.
A USB/SD Card would be another alternative.
A USB/SD Card would be another alternative.
How we laughed when Samsung planned to space phones at 0.1 inch increments and said at least Apple would never do that.
Your sarcasm aside, unless they add a home button to the side of the phone this will be a nightmare navigating through apps.
Even then, it's not as fast and fluid as having your thumb able to use the home button.
Actually, yeah they won't remove the home button. That's just a dumb mock-up. Apple wouldn't be so silly to remove it.
Whats with all this fragmentation. I mean, i'll of course buy the bigger one, but making the smaller iPhones essentially lesser phones isn't right. But that's business, I guess. After all, smaller cars get less features too.
I was wondering if it is even needed. Any vibrating surface can make noise. Can they find a way?