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Prototype iPhone 12 Pro Shown Off in Photos
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Hmm.
But this "The iPhone 12 Pro is running an operating system called SwitchBoard, a nonUI version of the iOS 14 update that Apple uses internally."
Looks like a user interface (UI) there with icons. a non-UI is text only.
Why are most going gaga over this? It's not like it's a prototype of the iPhone 13 or 14 #smh
Developer Giulio Zompetti, who often shows off prototype versions of Apple devices, today highlighted a prototype version of the iPhone 12 Pro.
The iPhone 12 Pro is running an operating system called SwitchBoard, a nonUI version of the iOS 14 update that Apple uses internally. We've seen SwitchBoard on prototype devices before, as Apple uses it to test new features.
Zompetti's prototype iPhone is in Pacific Blue, which was one of the most popular iPhone 12 Pro colors. Given the lighting in the photo, the color looks particularly dark, but it's likely the same shade as the final version that released.
The phone also appears to have no visible engravings, which is likely not a surprise as an earlier test version, but it otherwise appears to be similar to the iPhone 12 Pro that launched in October.
In the past, Zompetti has shared prototype versions of the original Apple Watch and third-generation iPod touch.
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That one is a bit stale now.It was over a decade ago 🙄
Sim card thingy on the left side? That would be a big departure even though its arbitrary otherwise.
Well for one, it’s actually decent money and for Black market value, this is a priceless tool or digi-hackers.
ok?
maybe if it had a different design or something. even slightly... it'd be interesting.
got a photo of the iPhone 13???????
maybe if it had a different design or something. even slightly... it'd be interesting.
got a photo of the iPhone 13???????
“No visible engravings”....what does that mean? My phone does not have any engraving as far as I know.
Developer Giulio Zompetti, who often shows off prototype versions of Apple devices, today highlighted a prototype version of the iPhone 12 Pro.
The iPhone 12 Pro is running an operating system called SwitchBoard, a nonUI version of the iOS 14 update that Apple uses internally. We've seen SwitchBoard on prototype devices before, as Apple uses it to test new features.
Zompetti's prototype iPhone is in Pacific Blue, which was one of the most popular iPhone 12 Pro colors. Given the lighting in the photo, the color looks particularly dark, but it's likely the same shade as the final version that released.
The phone also appears to have no visible engravings, which is likely not a surprise as an earlier test version, but it otherwise appears to be similar to the iPhone 12 Pro that launched in October.
In the past, Zompetti has shared prototype versions of the original Apple Watch and third-generation iPod touch.
Article Link: Prototype iPhone 12 Pro Shown Off in Photos
The 13 will look just like the 12 except the camera area. And maybe a slightly thinner notch. Apple has achieved the perfect physical design. No need to ever change it again
As an Apple prototype collector, with the largest iPhone prototype collection, I have some reservations about this phone. This developer (Guilio), as seen on his twitter account, has the correct tools for fusing and clearly messes with Apple internal software. People often confuse Apple's internal software, saying that if a device is running switchboard or internal UI, that device is a "prototype." Internal software does not necessarily mean this/any iOS device is a prototype. One can clearly see that other seemingly legitimate prototypes on his account have laser engravings called laser dot on them. Based on the photos, and the fact Giulio has not taken a picture of any markings/indications this device is physically different, which is what a prototype iPhone would be since Apple track them so closely at this point, this device could easily be a normal iPhone 12 that has switchboard installed.
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Why does it look like there is metal on either side of the 'notch'? I don't see that on shipping 12's. Did Apple just use a different screen than the shipping version? I ran into what was described as a prototype Palm IV. It looked a little off, but I wouldn't have known it was a prototype. *shrug*
It would be interesting to see the product progression of some devices, if there were multiple prototypes involved.
It would be interesting to see the product progression of some devices, if there were multiple prototypes involved.
And I always wondered if there was a 'hidden' part of the OS on the iPhone. There are some commands that can show certain things on the iPhone, but I haven't heard that anyone has found Nirvana, and can flip the iPhone into some other mode. I kinda wish there were. It makes things more interesting...
That’s the screen protector someone else/others wondered about. Why would there be one on a prototype? @haplain might have a point.
The perfect physical design? Really??
I bet you that in less than 10 years from today, Apple would have launched a completely different iPhone design and very likely with a foldable or rollable screen, even if you like it or not.
Why would the developer show the matrix barcode or other engravings on the device? Just to get more followers on Twitter?
This is an iPhone 12 Pro. The person who sold or gave away this preproduction device is probably still working at Apple or one of Apple's manufacturing/design partners.
This isn't an iPhone 4 where it's long past its prime and Apple doesn't care.
Well not by Apple who would 100% would like to have it back if it were a genuine prototype. However, there is a video of a prototype iPhone 4s that 9to5mac linked to that shows a QR code etched on the frame. Ostensibly Zampetti’s prototype 12 pro could have it to but they seem to make an effort not to show all side of the device. So who knows. Could just be click bait. Here’s the link on the 4s if you’re interested: https://9to5mac.com/2021/01/14/iphone-4s-prototype-video-steve-jobs/
@JPack See the two attached photos directly from his Twitter. One clearly shows a laser dot and the other is an unreleased Apple prototype that is still being worked on. I'd say he isn't trying to hide much. Having current/unreleased Apple prototypes and posting pictures of them is fairly brazen.
