Photos of Assembled 'iPhone 5' Front Panel with Home Button, Front Camera and Shielding Installed [Update: NFC?]

[MacRumors]

Part leaks claimed to be for the next-generation iPhone continue to surface as the all-but-confirmed September 12 media event introduction approaches, with the latest batch of photos showing what appears to be the most completely assembled front panel seen yet. The new photos, which were highlighted by Apple.pro [Google translation], were posted to a Photobucket account that previously posted photos of measurements showing that the third-generation iPad would be thicker than the iPad 2, as well as the first leaked photo of the next-generation iPhone front panel in white.

Assembled front panel complete with LCD frame, front camera, and home button​

The latest set of photos posted to the account shows a nearly fully assembled front panel with even more parts than seen in last week's leak of the front panel with the LCD attached. The new photos show not only the LCD attached to the front panel but also the home button installed and secured by a metal bracket, the shielding frame for the display that was first seen as a standalone part earlier this month, and the front-facing camera installed behind additional shielding.

Closeups of top portion showing flex cables for display and front camera​

Increasing numbers of parts are leaking in ever more complete states of assembly, offering good looks at the overall appearance and layout of the next-generation iPhone.

While the front of the device will appear very similar to the iPhone 4S/4 with the exception of a taller screen and slight tweaks in the locations of the camera and sensors, it is the rear of the device that seems to be generating the most discussion. The forthcoming iPhone appears to incorporate a unibody design that will incorporate a two-toned rear/side shell featuring a large metal section in the center paired with two strips of glass or plastic at the top and bottom that will allow for transmission of the numerous types of signals necessary for the device's operation.

Closeup of home button installed behind metal bracket​

Note: Watermarks have been obscured due to political statements contained within them.

Update: Mac Otakara points out that the unknown square-shaped feature visible at the top may be a near field communications (NFC) chip.

Article Link: Photos of Assembled 'iPhone 5' Front Panel with Home Button, Front Camera and Shielding Installed [Update: NFC?]

 

[tigert07]

Oh yeah, it's happening.

 

[mitchleeh]

Camera hole looks weird. Is that a flash above the lens? Or sensor?

 

[copete]

I'm still a little reserved about this whole taller screen, but I'm excited to see what Apple has in store .

 

[ECUpirate44]

In before the "Take my money!!!!" and "Steve would have never allow this" posts. It's going to be awesome and we will all buy it.

 

[Ajones330]

So when is Apple going to announce the so called Sept. 12th event? Just asking

 

[newyorksole]

My guess is the invites go out next week (September 3)

 

[ECUpirate44]

My guess is the invites go out next week (September 3)

My bday! Also labor day which makes it unlikely.

 

[rickdollar]

Will it use USB 3 connectivity with backwards compatibility with USB 2?
Probably just USB 2, eh?

 

[mikod17]

Stimulating... Just a couple more weeks!

 

[WildCowboy]

Camera hole looks weird. Is that a flash above the lens? Or sensor?

It looks weird because what you're seeing over top of the single camera hole is the reflection of the camera portion of the phone the guy was taking the photo with.

 

[WatchTheThrone]

I wonder if we'll finally get a descent front camera at least 2mp.

 

[ECUpirate44]

I wonder if we'll finally get a descent front camera at least 2mp.

I would think so, that would allow us to zip through our data on 4G facetime over cellular quicker.

 

[troop231]

So when is Apple going to announce the so called Sept. 12th event? Just asking

Wednesday, September 5th..

 

[orangebluedevil]

The reflection of his iPhone case really threw me off at first. I thought the camera hole was a vertical slot or something.

 

[applefanDrew]

So when is Apple going to announce the so called Sept. 12th event? Just asking

Sept 5. 1 week before the event. Just like every other invite for the past few years.

 

[orangebluedevil]

Will it use USB 3 connectivity with backwards compatibility with USB 2?
Probably just USB 2, eh?

Gotta be USB 3 with backwards compatibility. They are redesigning the whole cord, might as well add that small feature. And the new Macs have 3 also.

 

[Psycho Mantis]

It literally feels like forever since a new iPhone has been announced, can't wait!

 

[austinguy23]

Looks too similar to the 4/4S

 

[Mago]

iFixit must demand Apple for violate its business method, showing a reverse tread down .

 

[WatchTheThrone]

I would think so, that would allow us to zip through our data on 4G facetime over cellular quicker.

But only on a everything share plan on att.

 

[rickdollar]

Gotta be USB 3 with backwards compatibility. They are redesigning the whole cord, might as well add that small feature. And the new Macs have 3 also.

I'm hoping that's the case.

 

[igazza]

I'll take the 128GB model thank you.

 

[ECUpirate44]

But only on a everything share plan on att.

Those share everything plans are the biggest scam since throttling. Holding out as long as I can!

 

[kalsta]

The reflection of his iPhone case really threw me off at first. I thought the camera hole was a vertical slot or something.

There goes the rumour about anti-reflective glass.