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Two New iPhones Spotted in Analytics Data Cast Doubt on Possible iPhone 6c Launch
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Sorry I was considering UK numbers - your strange hatred of Tim Cook though seems to make you want to wish everything he's in charge of fails - I don't really understand this stance. Apple Music has a long way to go but I'll probably eventually swap from Spotify due to the superior full library management across all devices I can get with iTunes - though for the small amount of money they are, i'll probably keep both.
Everything you else seems to be based on an irrational dislike for Cook and a desire to see him fail rather than any facts.
Hell yeah, that would look awesome and pair very nicely with the space black AW
I sold my iPhone 6 plus waiting for the 6S, and damn the iPhone 5s feel great in hand, true one hand use, i did not realise how much i missed the 4" form factor.
All I want to know is 1) what will be the price of the 6S with 128GB and 2) how this will affect the price of the current models, the 6 and 6 Plus, both with 128GB. Guess we will have to wait until AFTER September 9.
After using an iPad Mini, the choice of the larger 5.5" screen is certainly expected as opposed to a teeny 4" screen.
After using an iPad Mini, the choice of the larger 5.5" screen is certainly expected as opposed to a teeny 4" screen.
This is what I think will happen:
The fact that there are rumors about a new 4-inch phone means that there is one in development. But since it's not being tested, it simply means it hasn't left Ive's lab.
I think Apple will keep the 5s as it is and let it go down to the $0 option when the 6s goes on sale (5c gets dropped). Then next year when the 5s is going to get dropped, Apple will introduce a new 4-inch phone to replace the dead 5s.
The fact that there are rumors about a new 4-inch phone means that there is one in development. But since it's not being tested, it simply means it hasn't left Ive's lab.
I think Apple will keep the 5s as it is and let it go down to the $0 option when the 6s goes on sale (5c gets dropped). Then next year when the 5s is going to get dropped, Apple will introduce a new 4-inch phone to replace the dead 5s.
Ahead of the launch of the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, mobile app marketing platform Fiksu saw just two new iPhones in its data logs in July, casting doubt on this morning's rumors suggesting an iPhone 6c launch is still a possibility.
Last month, Fisku began seeing two unknown iPhone models in its logs, with the identifiers "iphone8,1" and "iphone8,2," which likely correspond to the next-generation 4.7-inch iPhone and the next-generation larger-screened 5.5-inch iPhone, expected to be called the "iPhone 6s" and the "iPhone 6s Plus," respectively. The current iPhone 6 Plus is "iphone7,1," while the iPhone 6 "iphone 7,2."
Fiksu's data includes 87 unique "iphone 8,1" devices and 67 unique "iPhone 8,2" devices, with no hints of a third unidentified model that might represent the rumored smaller-screened iPhone 6c, suggesting such a device is not being tested. While the absence of a third iPhone model in Fiksu's data does not entirely rule out the possibility of an iPhone 6c launch, when combined with previous rumors, the release of such a device alongside the iPhone 6s and the 6s Plus seems unlikely.
Rumors indicate that while Apple did initially consider launching a 4-inch iPhone 6c in 2015, those plans were scrapped due to concerns the device could cannibalize sales of the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, which Apple wants to offer as a lower-cost solution when the next-generation iPhones are released. Other rumors have suggested the iPhone 6c was never intended for 2015, with Apple perhaps planning to launch a smaller-screened phone in 2016.
Despite rumors that have seemingly ruled out an iPhone 6c launch, well-known mobile phone leaker Evan Blass or @evleaks sent out a tweet last night hinting that Apple might still release an iPhone 6c. "Sounds like iPhone 6s, 6s Plus, and 6c will all arrive concurrently," he wrote, without providing additional information.
According to Fiksu's data, the "iphone8,1" and "iphone8,2" in its logs are using a wide range of apps, including travel, games, and lifestyle apps. While the majority of usage is coming from the US, the site has also seen hits from Germany and Brazil.
Apple is expected to launch its next-generation iPhones in September, likely on September 9. The iPhone event may also see the debut of new iPads and it is said to include the new Apple TV.
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Yes, I have one. So does my father, and so do about 10 other people I know. As phones go, it's not bad. But I'd say it's probably the least well-constructed iPhone there was. It's beautiful and nice to hold, but they all seem to have problems with the screen coming out. Mine finally bit the dust last night, have a 6+ on order now. I think you're making assumptions about what I was getting at...the materials themselves are fine, but the way the phone is assembled...not up to par.
Screen coming out? I've never heard of that problem, but okay.. Sorry to hear you're having issues with it. Speaking only for myself, I've not experienced that or any other issue with the iPhone 5C. Nor has anyone else I know that has the iPhone 5C, but YMMV. I hope you have better luck with your iPhone 6.
I do think a lower-cost iPhone 6c model is in development, primarily aimed to keep people buying new iPhones in light of every carrier dumping subsidized plans for the iPhone. It will look like a reduced-size iPhone 6, designed around the classic 4" touchscreen. While it will have Touch ID, it may lack NFC.
What would be the point of the smaller screen size just on a C version? I would go for a 4" screen iPhone 6S, but not on a de-contented basis. Is the larger screen more expensive to produce? Is it more expensive to use a 4.7" iPhone 6/6S screen than to have a third size in production overall?
I could go for an iPhone 6C with a 4" screen if it had internals equal to the 4.7" screen, but I wouldn't want it if the internals were in any way compromised. So that means best camera, A9 chip, top storage of 128 gb, NFC payments and sensor touch.
Not everyone that prefers a 4 inch screen wants a cheaper phone.
It's quite a common problem, you can find threads about it all over this site. I suppose if you're not browsing the forums a lot you won't see it. I've seen it on a double-digit number of phones and read plenty more about it. Again...as phones go, it's not bad. The materials themselves are fine. It's a reskinned 5, which was a great phone. But the screen issue is not something that can be ignored. Thanks, I hope so as well.
And now the Telegraph say iPhone 6C will come out in November this year:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/iphone/11821289/iPhone-6c-due-for-November-launch.html
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/iphone/11821289/iPhone-6c-due-for-November-launch.html
And now the Telegraph say iPhone 6C will come out in November this year:
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/iphone/11821289/iPhone-6c-due-for-November-launch.html
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/apple/iphone/11821289/iPhone-6c-due-for-November-launch.html
I was so damn happy to see the jet black released. It is the sheer reason I upgraded. My first iPhone was a blue 5c. I love that plastic type of look and feel. Weird I'm sure. Went with a 7+ though as I may as well get the better camera and more RAM.