Next A9-Based iPhone Predicted to Have 12MP Camera, 2GB RAM, Rose Gold and More, Mass Production in August

[AEdouard]

I might actually like that new rose gold option, instead of my usual black/grey choices.

Also, aren't all camera lenses on iPhones already sapphire?

 

[sinsin07]

No one, not even Apple, is implying any of the technology is new. They just brand it differently than the rest and usually make sure there is an actual concept and plan behind the usage (See Apple Pay with the partnerships).

What Android usually does is adopt technologies early, but leave it to everyone else (consumers and business) to figure out what to do with it.

Exactly

 

[chukronos]

New to Apple and yet Apple fans act like it wasn't hear of prior to Apple adoption....example NFC.

Apple fans knew NFC was around prior to Apple. They also know it wasn't used much prior to Apple. After applepay, your phone's NFC payment method saw a large uptick in usage. You can send a thank you email to: tcook@apple.com

 

[carrrrrlos]

A 5s *Upgrade* w/ Apple Pay is needed. Apple must realize that the 6 is just too big for some people.

 

[SirCheese]

I feel so....dirty. I ordered a 6+ last night, 64GB, space gray.

 

[Lictor]

"Way better than what is on the Android world". Heard of the Galaxy S6 or Note 4?

I just had a look. The S6 is almost as good, but I really don't agree with the choices from Samsung (lots of treatment in the shadows making them feel too light and artificial for instance or the choice to brighten the photos overall which desaturates colors). But is still way better than what was previously available on Android.
The fact remains that there is little room for improvement because of the very nature of photography. Most of the improvements currently come from technological gimmicks, like very heavy post-processing. The only real improvement, like for DSLR, comes from bigger sensors.

 

[pappy53]

I just had a look. The S6 is almost as good, but I really don't agree with the choices from Samsung (lots of treatment in the shadows making them feel too light and artificial for instance or the choice to brighten the photos overall which desaturates colors). But is still way better than what was previously available on Android.

The fact remains that there is little room for improvement because of the very nature of photography. Most of the improvements currently come from technological gimmicks, like very heavy post-processing. The only real improvement, like for DSLR, comes from bigger sensors.

Almost as good? Every review has the iPhone rated behind those 2 cameras.

 

[Izauze]

I am having tab reloading issues on my iPhone 6 now. And this is only having 2 tabs open and no other apps open. I can't be the only person this is happening to. This may be a 1st world problem, but is totally unacceptable for the latest flagship iPhone.

I was joking. Of course the iPhone 6 is suffering from its lack of memory.

We shouldn't have had to wait for the S version to have the hardware necessary for proper basic functionality.

 

[HaleStorm87]

Then you have nothing to complain about. You already knew the next model comes out in September.

DB award of the day to this poster.

Of course I knew. It was a joke. Nothing douche about it.

As one person who quoted me, its a common feeling.

 

[RenoG]

Your opinion isn't fact. Many people buy based on phone price. My mom, who's a tiny person, loves the size of a 4" phone, not screen, but is in love with larger screens. When price isn't a factor, people will opt for a larger screen. It's why we have such large TV's today, it's more immersive and you don't have to squint.

Anyone who wants 3.5" screens and 512mg of RAM don't belong in 2015.

Nah, they just need to stop all this crying and just go get a flip phone with their iPad and go have a seat.

 

[dannys1]

doesn't seem worth the hassle, i'll stick with my 6

ill wait for the second generation

 

[creediddy]

I would have like to see Apple go AMOLED, QHD, quad core A9, and wireless charging. These are my wish list. I would like to see Apple go with slightly bigger battery. Closer to 3500mah as well.

 

[subjonas]

I'm so sick of having to buy screen protectors.

Speaking from experience... 3 iPhones in 4 years, no cases or screen protectors, and I've never had a single scratch! The only precaution I've taken is to not keep keys or coins in the same pocket as the phone.
I don't know how they do it but the iPhone screens are pretty dang resilient.

 

[nburwell]

As for the 5S, I wouldn't count on your phone lasting up until 2016, especially if you had it since 2013. The battery cells don't last well over two years at the same capacity, so you will see your phone die out quicker and quicker as time goes on. Keep in mind, the 64 Bit processor and 1 GB of RAM makes one more iOS version plausible. After iOS 9? Your device will become slower and slower as iOS advances. So the thing is that you might want to get on board because the 4" show is going to stop chugging once Apple realizes that it's not worth the resources to sell to a specific niche.

I'm not counting on Apple to release a 4" model 6s. I mean it would be nice, but I'm not banking on it.

Fortunately, I just purchased my 5s directly from Apple after I sold my 6, so the battery is still good. So it should last me until 2016 when (hopefully) a 4" iPhone is re-introduced.

 

[Leonard1818]

No 4 inch model, count me out
Sticking to my 5s an extra year then

LOL that's one more for the rest of us!

I can't believe people will forego generations of advancements to hang onto a smaller screen size. What are you going to do if Apple NEVER goes back to a small screen size again?

 

[giantfan1224]

I'm not counting on Apple to release a 4" model 6s. I mean it would be nice, but I'm not banking on it.

Fortunately, I just purchased my 5s directly from Apple after I sold my 6, so the battery is still good. So it should last me until 2016 when (hopefully) a 4" iPhone is re-introduced.

It's actually pretty easy to replace the batteries in the 5/5S so the 4 inchers can at least hold onto them a little longer if battery deterioration is their major concern with wanting to stay 4".

 

[subjonas]

3.5 or nothing!!!

I admire your steadfastness. 3.5 is ideal, I agree. But my 4s was getting too slow and the battery life was getting too horrendous. Had to upgrade to 5s. 4" isn't an awful compromise. At least it's the same width.
I'm dreading the day I have to choose between a slow unusable iphone, a big iphone, or a non-iphone.

 

[bigpics]

Analyst predicts totally obvious technology upgrades. News at 11.

Well, it is an "s year"....

oh god, please no $25k Gold iPhones.

I will admit tho, i did catch myself attempting to force touch my iphone 6.

There are already $75K diamond-encrusted mods. Jus' sayin'....

Originally Posted by iGeek2014

I think Apple need to sort out iOS before worrying about Force Torch!

I'm pretty sure they have more than one engineer.

Yeah, I've heard that rumor....

 

[kcamfork]

I was joking. Of course the iPhone 6 is suffering from its lack of memory.

We shouldn't have had to wait for the S version to have the hardware necessary for proper basic functionality.

My apologies. My ability to sense sarcasm via macrumors is non-existent. I agree with you. Sigh... Maybe I should just switch to Android.

Ack. That put a bad taste in my mouth.

 

[HVDynamo]

What are you on about???
The iPhone 4S came with an A5.... the next-gen chip from the A4 in the iPhone 4. Similarly, the iPhone 5S came with an A7 (& M7).... another big next-gen processor step in an "S" model phone.
The X model chips were a briefly developed graphically "souped-up" version of the phone chip, used to power the larger screen on iPad. It ceased existence coming up on three generations ago now. There is no A7X or A8X chip.... and no "X" series chip was ever in an iPhone, "S" model or no...
You are simply COMPLETELY wrong.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple_A8X

 

[TC03]

I don't think that Apple will use Force Touch for a minor "S" Update, as it takes up more space, it probably requires more changes in the design.

Touch ID takes up more space, too.

 

[rekhyt]

USB-D type port anyone?

 

[bobob]

Touch ID takes up more space, too.

It fits in the watch.

 

[TC03]

I'm sorry. I should have clarrified my statement. What I meant to say was the "S" models usually come with the "X" model chips. If true, this would mark the first "S" model with a next-gen chip.

That's pure BS.

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Good on Ming for being the man in the arena. But I think we should try checking his accuracy against those of us rabble in the comments section.

(1) Force Touch - YES, obvs - the technology is in the watch and laptop

(2) There will be no new 4-inch model; - NO - 4-inch color version will remain, for certain markets and with a processor upgrade and a memory bump

(3) There will be an additional casing color, rose gold, matching the rose gold Apple Watch Edition; - YES - But it won't really be gold.

(4) The camera will have a pixel upgrade, likely to 12 MP; - Yes, but note the weasel word "likely" - upgrade will be in pixels and image sensor quality.

(5) One microphone will be added near the speaker to enhance voice quality; - This is a little out of the box. Good on Ming for taking a chance, but probably wrong.

(6) The A9 processor with upgraded 2GB LPDDR4 will be adopted; - Won't be called an A9 processor

(7) The bending issue will be improved by using different casing materials and internal mechanical design changes; - NO new materials YES design change

(8) If drop test issues can be resolved, the 5.5-inch model will have a limited number of units with sapphire cover lens; - NO sapphire front cover, ever. Sapphire isn't a viable smartphone cover for cost, breakage, and screen quality reasons.

(9) The recognition rate of Touch ID will be improved further in a bid to promote Apple Pay; (10) Gesture control support; - YES - yawn. Also, with (1), (4), (6) Standard S-cycle upgrade stuff. Faster processor, the NFC and Touch ID response rate will be improved, and the camera will be upgraded, and an upgraded version of iOS. Surprised I didn't hear eUICC or Embedded SIM.

(11) It's expected that mass production will start in mid-to-late August. Total shipments will be 80-90mn in 2015, with a 2:1 ratio of 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch models. - This is where I'll give Kuo some credit. He knows supply chain. But don't forget about the 4-inch model.

I think I'll stick with Ming, at least his predictions actually make sense...

 

[Cyberpower678]

Rose Gold iPhone? My god. I can picture it now, #bitegate, #dentgate, #tooheavygate