Alleged Foxconn Insider Claims Copper-Like iPhone 8 Color is Officially Called 'Blush Gold'

[MacRumors]

Earlier this month, dummy model images began circulating on Chinese microblogging site Weibo that suggested Apple's "iPhone 8" would be available in three colors, including black, white, and an option referred to as "champagne gold" which was said to be closer to a copper color than the rose gold iPhones currently available.

Over the weekend, mobile leaker Benjamin Geskin shared information in a Twitter post from an alleged Foxconn insider, claiming that the internal name of the new iPhone 8 color is "Blush Gold".

Foxconn's internal name of the new #iPhone8 color is "Blush Gold" (???) Barcode says "Blush Gold 64GB / 128GB" pic.twitter.com/MZPTfVAr2P - Benjamin Geskin (@VenyaGeskin1) August 12, 2017

In addition to the new color name, the post appears to suggest that the "Blush Gold" color will only come in 64GB and 128GB storage capacities. Currently, Apple offers the iPhone 7 in black, silver, gold, and rose gold, all in 32GB, 128GB, and 256GB capacities, and limits its jet black option to 128GB and 256GB capacities, so the idea that the company wouldn't offer the new color in a 256GB capacity seems unlikely.

Last Tuesday, KGI Securities analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said all of Apple's upcoming 2017 iPhones would be available in black, silver, and gold, but he made no specific mention of the copper-like color, which began appearing in several videos of dummy iPhone 8 models following the original Weibo post. The potential colors that the OLED iPhone will come in has become more of a talking point since references in the HomePod firmware seemingly confirmed that Apple's radical redesign would be almost bezel-free with a notch at the top for camera components.

The current consensus is that such a design would look best in black, because it would offer a more seamless visual blending of the notch and bezel with the OLED display, especially when the screen is turned off. While the "Blush Gold" render above has a black front, the copper-like back has apparently divided observers, with detractors referring to it as the "Zune option", harking back to Microsoft's brown music player of old. Previously Geskin has claimed that Apple will make the OLED iPhone 8 available in four colors, with a "mirror" shade as a new option, so nothing on the subject is quite yet confirmed.

While the recently released HomePod firmware appears to make no reference to iPhone 8 colors, it has provided information on a range of other details, including the general design of the new phone and advanced facial recognition features. Apple is expected to announce its new iPhone line-up next month.

Article Link: Alleged Foxconn Insider Claims Copper-Like iPhone 8 Color is Officially Called 'Blush Gold'

 

[Sunny1990]

In addition to the new color name, the post appears to suggest that the "Blush Gold" color will only come in 64GB and 128GB storage capacities.

64Gb might be the base storage. It’ll make no sense that Apple will ditch the 256Gb model.

By the way Color looks stunning with black front. I am definitely bidding on one.

 

[berrymetal]

It's the colour of someone's face while suffocating

 

[michael siccofield]

Maybe it's just 'diarrhea-gold' color.

 

[vaxes]

Blushing hell

 

[Johnluke91]

Not mentioned Geskin, wants to make people believe they are aware of the facts but didn't show any evidence.

 

[mmm1345]

For the first time in about 4 yrs, I'm excited for Apple's fall line up. Well not this hideous color. But generally on paper - iPhone 8, 4K Apple TV, new OS. And I'll most likely get a 2nd or 3rd Gen HomePod (when they prove to me that Siri no longer sucks). A HomePod + ATV means I'll be able to control my TV with my voice. I can do this with Google Home/Android TV - unfortunately Xfinity hates AndroidTV so most apps that require cable authentication won't work.

 

[SethBoy]

64Gb might be the base storage. It’ll make no sense that Apple will ditch the 256Gb model.
By the way Color looks stunning with black front. I am definitely bidding on one.

Knowing Apple, they’d ruin this with a white front

 

[simonmet]

Mediocre!

 

[Surf Boy from Barcelona]

64Gb might be the base storage. It’ll make no sense that Apple will ditch the 256Gb model.
By the way Color looks stunning with black front. I am definitely bidding on one.

Totally agree, especially with the 4K 60fps option and Apple's rumoured 4K HDR iTunes store. If anything, this will be a iPhone Pro and surely by new year a 512GB option will be offered!

 

[44267547]

. It’ll make no sense that Apple will ditch the 256Gb model.

The article doesnt state it will ditch the 256 GB model all together, it just says it 64 GB and 128 GB will be offered for the Blush Gold. 256 GB will likely exist in one model or another.

 

[KavalierMalta]

With the white trim removed, this colour combination is nice.

 

[toshmac]

will it patina?

 

[arkitect]

Great colour.
Awful name.

 

[Rogifan]

This render doesn’t match any of the so-called dummy leaks we’ve seen. No camera bump and black front. What’s the point of renders not based on rumors/leaks but on wishful thinking?

 

[Blackstick]

I'm a traditionalist. Has to be black or silver. My wife would like this option though I'm sure.

 

[Sunny1990]

This render doesn’t match any of the so-called dummy leaks we’ve seen. No camera bump and black front. What’s the point of renders not based on rumors/leaks but on wishful thinking?

Here is one with Camera bump

Rumors are that iPhone 8 may come with only three color options

Gold/Silver /Black

https://www.macrumors.com/2017/08/08/all-2017-iphones-3-colors-september-launch/

 

[Kabeyun]

For the first time in about 4 yrs, I'm excited for Apple's fall line up. Well not this hideous color. But generally on paper - iPhone 8, 4K Apple TV, new OS. And I'll most likely get a 2nd or 3rd Gen HomePod (when they prove to me that Siri no longer sucks). A HomePod + ATV means I'll be able to control my TV with my voice. I can do this with Google Home/Android TV - unfortunately Xfinity hates AndroidTV so most apps that require cable authentication won't work.

And don't forget the desktops. We're expecting a new Mac Pro and a new Mini. Creative pros will be excited about the former but I'm looking forward to the latter ever since Apple bailed on quad core architecture 5 years ago.

 

[DNichter]

Okay with the color, but I think it would look better without the rumored gold edging. I guess it fits though. I'll be going with black as usual.

 

[kazmac]

If it is a true copper, very nice. No matter what Apple may call it. 64gb a solid storage base. I hope all iPhones start with 64gb storage going forward, I do not need more than that.

Will not be buying though; especially if the price point brings it over 1k.

 

[JeffyTheQuik]

I can't wait for Solid Gold...

 

[44267547]

If it is a true copper, very nice. No matter what Apple may call it. 64gb a solid storage base. I hope all iPhones start with 64gb storage going forward, I do not need more than that.

Agreed. I may be a monitory, but Even 32 Gb is more than enough for my requirements. Fortunately Apple finally graduated from 16 GB.

 

[WatchFromAfar]

This render doesn’t match any of the so-called dummy leaks we’ve seen. No camera bump and black front. What’s the point of renders not based on rumors/leaks but on wishful thinking?

You could just as easily conclude what's the point of renders at all? If a design decision is leaked surely people aren't so lacking in imagination that they couldn't just imagine it themselves. Seems to me most renders only exist to troll people who don't know what a fan-made render is and take it as an Apple "leak".

 

[Precursor]

I left a big pile of blush gold in office toilet this morning.

 

[meaning-matters]

Courageous blush.