Sketchy Rumor About 'iPhone 14 Mini' and New 10.2-Inch iPad Likely Wrong [Updated]

[MacRumors]

A questionable report this weekend from 91Mobiles claims that one of Apple's largest distributors in the Asia-Pacific region is preparing to stock new iPhone and iPad models next month, including a supposed "iPhone 14 mini" and a 10th-generation iPad with a 10.2-inch display, but the information is very likely wrong.

The report comes from Evan Blass, who has accurately leaked countless Android smartphones, shared images of the iPhone 12 and HomePod mini before each was announced, revealed that the fourth-generation iPad Air would feature an A14 chip and a USB-C port, and more. Blass is excellent at what he does, but in this case, the latest information that he received is likely inaccurate for a variety of reasons outlined below.

First, reputable Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo and many other sources have reported that the iPhone 14 lineup will not include an iPhone 14 mini. Instead, the lineup is said to consist of two 6.1-inch models (the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Pro) and two 6.7-inch models (the "iPhone 14 Max" and iPhone 14 Pro Max). It's possible the iPhone 13 mini will remain in Apple's lineup for a lower price for those who prefer a 5.4-inch screen.

Second, while the report claims that the entry-level iPad will stick with a 10.2-inch display, oft-accurate display industry analyst Ross Young said the 10th-generation iPad will feature a larger 10.5-inch display as part of a rumored redesign of the device.

Third, while the report claims that the Apple distributor is preparing to stock new iPad models in September, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman in his newsletter today said he expects new iPads and Macs to be announced at an October event, including the 10th-generation iPad and iPad Pro models with the M2 chip. Gurman said iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura will be released in October, so new iPads and Macs that month would make sense.

Apple is planning to hold its iPhone 14 event on Wednesday, September 7, according to Gurman, so we're only a few weeks away from finding out which new devices are coming and when. Apple has yet to officially announce the event.

Update: 91Mobiles has updated its report and now says the information it received about an "iPhone 14 mini" was "off-base" and that other details outlined in the report "should likewise be viewed skeptically."

Article Link: Sketchy Rumor About 'iPhone 14 Mini' and New 10.2-Inch iPad Likely Wrong [Updated]

 

[azentropy]

So you are saying there is a chance (IPHONE 14 MINI)?

 

[sunapple]

I just bought a 512GB 13 Mini, pretty confident this option will not return for the foreseeable future.

 

[alpi123]

How about when everyone last year (including Mark B. and Ming C.) were claiming that the Apple Watch will get flat sides redesign?

Maybe this is the same story. Apple is messing with leakers

 

[TheYayAreaLiving 🎗️]

This is most likely the first sketchy rumor that we have heard about how Apple may introduce iPhone 14 Mini.

It’s too bad it’s just a Sketchy rumor. I know for a fact if iPhone 14 Mini was introduced it would have been appreciated by so many people.

 

[Havalo]

This will be unpopular opinion but there should only be 2 variations size wise.

iPhone(mini) and iPhone Plus/Max. 🤷🏻‍♂️

 

[Apple_Robert]

How about when everyone last year (including Mark B. and Ming C.) were claiming that the Apple Watch will get flat sides redesign?

Maybe this is the same story. Apple is messing with leakers

That would be welcomed news. Unfortunately, I think my 13 mini is the last we will see.

 

[AppliedMicro]

Well... what makes an iPhone 14 anyway, when it's also rumoured that they (non-Pro models) will retain last year's A15 chip?

 

[hailey bee]

The moment I heard of no 14mini, I bought 13mini. Please keep the mini line alive. My preference is in small, light, responsive, whatever-the-price phones.

 

[Hans_J]

I want a iPhone mini with usb-c

 

[contacos]

Maybe 6.1 is mini now 😉

 

[1557750]

Mini fans need lovin’ too…

 

[ThailandToo]

How about when everyone last year (including Mark B. and Ming C.) were claiming that the Apple Watch will get flat sides redesign?

Maybe this is the same story. Apple is messing with leakers

Or maybe the mini will make its way back as an iPhone SE 4.

 

[Madhatter32]

The line separating sketchy from reliable is as thin as a reed. There is hope yet for the smaller hands crowd.

 

[scaramoosh]

The Mini needs to be the SE and Apple needs to finally ditch that old iPhone 6 design with that terrible LCD.

 

[one more]

My 12 mini is still going strong, but I would be happy with anything smaller & lighter than 6.1” going forward. ✌️

 

[Bacasable]

This will be unpopular opinion but there should only be 2 variations size wise.

iPhone(mini) and iPhone Plus/Max. 🤷🏻‍♂️

Hey why not ?!

 

[Solid_Snake]

So you are saying there is a chance (IPHONE 14 MINI)?

No they are saying this rumour is not correct. As every other leaker has said the iPhone 14 lineup won’t include a mini phone.

 

[iZac]

I know one word / image posts are against forum rules but I am truly thankful that someone is keeping the flame alive for us mini users.
Perhaps ... it's the new iPhone SE with the Touch ID side button and hole punch?! Maybe a secret iPhone Pro mini ... so that they can soften the blow of the $100 price hike of the Pro models? ... Yeah, I'll keep dreaming.

 

[David1964]

The Mini needs to be the SE and Apple needs to finally ditch that old iPhone 6 design with that terrible LCD.

That “terrible” LCD is one of the best LCD displays left on the market.

 

[Solid_Snake]

How about when everyone last year (including Mark B. and Ming C.) were claiming that the Apple Watch will get flat sides redesign?

Maybe this is the same story. Apple is messing with leakers

Actually no stop making things up. Apple has many designs that it thinks about using. So it’s they are being messed about. One iPhone 10 had Touch ID under the display.

 

[GhostOS]

Give me a Mini variant with 120hz screen and USB-C, and I’m done. Maybe next year!

 

[SactoGuy18]

I really doubt Apple will unveil an iPhone 14 mini. Now, and iPhone 13 mini repurposed into a iPhone SE 4 (with only one rear image sensor and Touch ID on an enlarged power button), that sounds more plausible.

 

[furou]

I can only hope this rumor combined with no iPhone 14 mini just means a confusion on the semantics and line up naming.
The mini will now be the new SE, the 14 are 6.1/6.7 regular and pros.

 

[Solid_Snake]

Well... what makes an iPhone 14 anyway, when it's also rumoured that they (non-Pro models) will retain last year's

Well... what makes an iPhone 14 anyway, when it's also rumoured that they (non-Pro models) will retain last year's A15 chip?

The iPhone 14 non pro models will have the A15 chip. But ShrimpApplePro says it will still offer more performance over the A15 in the iPhone 13 models. Due to new cellular modem and a new internal design, among other changes. We may see Vapour cooling chamber in the 14 series that will allow the chip to use more power without getting too hot. Right now if you put pressure on your chip Apple throttles down the chip to keep the phone cool.



https://www.macrumors.com/2022/08/01/iphone-14-still-to-boast-performance-improvement/