iPhone 8 Case Compared to iPhone 7 Offers Clear Picture of Size Difference

[MacRumors]

Though the launch of the "iPhone 8" is months away, case makers have already started creating cases for the device based on leaked design renderings and schematics.

A case designed for the iPhone 8 surfaced on Alibaba, and was purchased by Japanese site Mac Otakara for a series of images and a video. We've already seen some iPhone 8 cases so the design shouldn't come as a surprise, but this particular case includes comparisons to both the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus, giving us a clear picture of how the iPhone 8 might fit into the iPhone lineup if the case design is an accurate representation of the finalized device.

As can be seen in the images, the case is a good deal smaller than the iPhone 7 Plus, but slightly larger than the iPhone 7. That's in line with rumors suggesting the iPhone 8 will be similar in size to the iPhone 7, but with a display that's much larger (and edge-to-edge), closer in size to the iPhone 7 Plus display.

An iPhone 7 placed directly inside the case suggests the iPhone 8 will be about the same width as the iPhone 7, but quite a bit taller. Rumors have also suggested the iPhone 8 will be slightly thicker than the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, and Mac Otakara says the iPhone 7 is noticeably thinner, with the case being "quite loose feeling."

Leaked design renderings and schematics have suggested the iPhone 8 could measure in at 144mm tall, 71mm wide, and 7.7mm thick, compared to the iPhone 7 dimensions of 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1mm.

The case features a vertical camera cutout to accommodate a rumored vertical dual-lens camera, which may be larger in size than the camera in the iPhone 7 Plus, based on a comparison.

Volume buttons, the power button, and other ports seem to be in generally the same location as the current iPhone 7, with some small variations. The volume buttons and the mute switch are the same size as the buttons on the iPhone 7, but the spacing is slightly different.

Because Apple has tested multiple iPhone 8 prototypes, it's difficult to determine whether this case accurately depicts the final design of the device. Most of the rumors and design leaks have centered on a device that's similar to the iPhone 8 case Mac Otakara purchased, with no visible Touch ID button, but we've also seen leaks featuring an aluminum device with a rear Touch ID button.

Once we start seeing legitimate part leaks, we should have a much better idea of what to expect when Apple introduces the iPhone 8 this fall.

Article Link: iPhone 8 Case Compared to iPhone 7 Offers Clear Picture of Size Difference

 

[Appleaker]

This seems representative of the anniversary iPhone but we'll see more accurate cases in 1-2 months.

 

[5097842]

As long as Touch ID is on the front, I'm in.

 

[BrockC]

No touch ID cutout in the back? Thank goodness

 

[stephannikolic]

I'm really liking the "in-between" size of the device with a screen closer to the Plus ... Perfect combo!

 

[fokmik]

the cut for the dual cameras must be larger since the flash and mic are there along side the duo camers

 

[Andres Cantu]

Ironic, I know, but don't want a thicker phone.

 

[biscuit0819]

The screen is going to be so much bigger with an increased size and shrunken bezel. I wonder what they've got planned for the Plus because the current offering is plenty big enough already.

 

[Fassteddie]

Though the launch of the "iPhone 8" is months away, case makers have already started creating cases for the device based on leaked design renderings and schematics.

A case designed for the iPhone 8 surfaced on Alibaba, and was purchased by Japanese site Mac Otakara for a series of images and a video. We've already seen some iPhone 8 cases so the design shouldn't come as a surprise, but this particular case includes comparisons to both the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus, giving us a clear picture of how the iPhone 8 might fit into the iPhone lineup if the case design is an accurate representation of the finalized device.

As can be seen in the images, the case is a good deal smaller than the iPhone 7 Plus, but slightly larger than the iPhone 7. That's in line with rumors suggesting the iPhone 8 will be similar in size to the iPhone 7, but with a display that's much larger (and edge-to-edge), closer in size to the iPhone 7 Plus display.

An iPhone 7 placed directly inside the case suggests the iPhone 8 will be about the same width as the iPhone 7, but quite a bit taller. Rumors have also suggested the iPhone 8 will be slightly thicker than the iPhone 7 and 7 Plus, and Mac Otakara says the iPhone 7 is noticeably thinner, with the case being "quite loose feeling."

Leaked design renderings and schematics have suggested the iPhone 8 could measure in at 144mm tall, 71mm wide, and 7.7mm thick, compared to the iPhone 7 dimensions of 138.3 x 67.1 x 7.1mm.

The case features a vertical camera cutout to accommodate a rumored vertical dual-lens camera, which may be larger in size than the camera in the iPhone 7 Plus, based on a comparison.

Volume buttons, the power button, and other ports seem to be in generally the same location as the current iPhone 7, with some small variations. The volume buttons and the mute switch are the same size as the buttons on the iPhone 7, but the spacing is slightly different.

Because Apple has tested multiple iPhone 8 prototypes, it's difficult to determine whether this case accurately depicts the final design of the device. Most of the rumors and design leaks have centered on a device that's similar to the iPhone 8 case Mac Otakara purchased, with no visible Touch ID button, but we've also seen leaks featuring an aluminum device with a rear Touch ID button.

Once we start seeing legitimate part leaks, we should have a much better idea of what to expect when Apple introduces the iPhone 8 this fall.

Article Link: iPhone 8 Case Compared to iPhone 7 Offers Clear Picture of Size Difference

[doublepost=1495746919][/doublepost]Want! All the iPhone, none of the bezels!! gimme!

 

[Ankaa]

For christ's sake, why do they always think everyone wants an as big a phone as possible? This seriously needs to stop. At least give people a choice. (and for those coming in shouting that there are with the iPhone SE and the iPhone 7 nonplus: no, those aren't a choice if they are not equal in specs - which they aren't.)

 

[Aston441]

I am so EXCITED for all the 100-page OLED burn-in threads, just a few more months!!!

 

[Mad Mac Maniac]

I'd totally be on board with this. Might even convince me to upgrade my 6+. My plan was to hold out for 4 years

 

[v0lume4]

I always felt that the regular iPhone 6, 6+, 7 was too small, but that the Plus sizes were too big. This seems like a brilliant in-between size.

 

[Apple Knowledge Navigator]

I think it's clear now that Apple want to drop the smaller-larger paradigm and go back to having just one product. Fine by me!

 

[rp2011]

Hopefully, that huge camera cut-out means an amazing camera.

 

[L-U-R-C-H]

That's one nasty fingernail.

 

[1Zach1]

So slightly taller and slightly wider. Sounds like the perfect combination to throw a full screen 16:9 5.8" screen into it.

Well, I can hope, right?

 

[MacRazySwe]

Ironic, I know, but don't want a thicker phone.

This!

My 6S from work actually feels thicker and heavier than my iPhone 6. (7.1 mm vs 6.9). While an additional 0.8mm sounds like nothing, I'm still slightly worried that it might feel a bit thick at 7.7mm.

 

[myrtlebee]

Looks good, but damn, that music in the video is awful, and his fingernails are disgusting. Sorry, just could not get over it ... Anyway, as someone mentioned - the size of this phone would be perfect!

 

[yanki01]

That's one nasty fingernail.

that's how you know it's real.

 

[myrtlebee]

That's one nasty fingernail.

He's got 9 more.

 

[McScooby]

I'm all for a smaller + size phone, but surely they could've had some courage & kept the same size as the + & maybe put in a bigger battery, or you know, put a headphone jack back in!

 

[jmgregory1]

Shaving some height off the current + models, while offering almost the same usable screen size will be a nice change.

I've liked the big screen that the + models offer, because I can get away with just bringing my iPhone for some trips. But at the same time, the size is just a bit too big for easy pocketing and one-handed hold and typing.

I'm guessing I'm not alone in feeling this way, which is why all the financial analysts are talking about the 8 being a huge upgrade - which is good for Apple, but likely will present a challenge to get one of the new versions in the first wave of the release.

 

[macduke]

Only slightly bigger. Not too bad. I really wish it didn't get any wider at all though, as one handed typing becomes a bit more difficult. I wish I could swipe the keyboard to get it to shrink a bit to one side or the other. Apple loved to go on and on about the benefits of software keyboards when in the iPhone first came out, so I'm not sure why they haven't added such a simple feature yet that would really help improve ergonomics. I might have even gone back to the Plus if it had that feature. Maybe. Probably not. It's big.

 

[mscice]

so will the 4.7 oled be smaller ?

wonder when those will be released