Rumor: Apple to debut 4.8" 'iPhone Math' device alongside next-gen iPhone in June
The latest rumors out of Asia claim that Apple will launch three new smartphones in 2013, including a next-generation iPhone, a cheaper model handset and a surprise large-format device with a 4.8-inch screen tentatively dubbed the "iPhone Math."
Apple's current generation iPhone 5 may be joined by two new models in 2013.
Citing upstream supply chain sources, the China Times (via global investment news service BrightWire) reports that Apple will unveil the three iPhones at staggered launches throughout the year, with the first two being the next-generation iPhone and the 4.8-inch "phablet" device. These people claim a third model with a 12-megapixel camera will debut before the holiday season, though not much is known about the product at this time.
It should be noted that AppleInsider cannot vouch for the veracity of the sources' claims and offers the following information for purposes of discussion only.
Recent reports have that suggested Apple may debut a more affordable handset this year, but none have mentioned the so-called "iPhone Math," which the publication says will help the company stay competitive in light of rival manufacturers' phablet offerings. The rumor is another in a string of reports alleging a larger-screened iPhone may be on the way.
While details regarding the mystery device's specifications remain scarce, sources claim it will feature a large display measuring at least 4.8 inches diagonal, almost one inch larger than the current iPhone 5. Form-factor and screen resolution are unknown, though the so-called "iPhone Math" is said to boast an 8-megapixel camera with lenses built by Largan Precision. The Chinese firm has supposedly been tapped to supply some 8 million camera lenses for both the "iPhone 5S" and the "iPhone Math."
Component shipments for the two handsets, including touchscreen panels and cameras, will purportedly begin in March ahead of a late-April production timeline. Apple manufacturing partner Hon Hai, better known as Foxconn, will reportedly be responsible for assembling 90 percent of the orders.
The iPhone 5S claims are in line with analyst predictions regarding the production timeline of the iPhone 5 follow-up, with manufacturing expected to begin in March ahead of a launch in June or July.
A recent report from well-connected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo noted that the next-generation iPhone will likely include a fingerprint scanner built into the home button. He also expects a more affordable iPhone range to debut in the third quarter of 2013. The new model will be similar in design to the iPhone 5 but will replace the expensive aluminum chassis with a polycarbonate version available in six different colorways.
Apple's current generation iPhone 5 may be joined by two new models in 2013.
Citing upstream supply chain sources, the China Times (via global investment news service BrightWire) reports that Apple will unveil the three iPhones at staggered launches throughout the year, with the first two being the next-generation iPhone and the 4.8-inch "phablet" device. These people claim a third model with a 12-megapixel camera will debut before the holiday season, though not much is known about the product at this time.
It should be noted that AppleInsider cannot vouch for the veracity of the sources' claims and offers the following information for purposes of discussion only.
Recent reports have that suggested Apple may debut a more affordable handset this year, but none have mentioned the so-called "iPhone Math," which the publication says will help the company stay competitive in light of rival manufacturers' phablet offerings. The rumor is another in a string of reports alleging a larger-screened iPhone may be on the way.
While details regarding the mystery device's specifications remain scarce, sources claim it will feature a large display measuring at least 4.8 inches diagonal, almost one inch larger than the current iPhone 5. Form-factor and screen resolution are unknown, though the so-called "iPhone Math" is said to boast an 8-megapixel camera with lenses built by Largan Precision. The Chinese firm has supposedly been tapped to supply some 8 million camera lenses for both the "iPhone 5S" and the "iPhone Math."
Component shipments for the two handsets, including touchscreen panels and cameras, will purportedly begin in March ahead of a late-April production timeline. Apple manufacturing partner Hon Hai, better known as Foxconn, will reportedly be responsible for assembling 90 percent of the orders.
The iPhone 5S claims are in line with analyst predictions regarding the production timeline of the iPhone 5 follow-up, with manufacturing expected to begin in March ahead of a launch in June or July.
A recent report from well-connected analyst Ming-Chi Kuo noted that the next-generation iPhone will likely include a fingerprint scanner built into the home button. He also expects a more affordable iPhone range to debut in the third quarter of 2013. The new model will be similar in design to the iPhone 5 but will replace the expensive aluminum chassis with a polycarbonate version available in six different colorways.
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Man, I guess I'll be waiting even longer to get a 4.2-4.5" phone from Apple. I find the 4" iPhone 5 small, and the 4.8" Android phones to be a bit too large.
Makes far more sense than "Math", even as a code name it's a bad one.
[INDENT]1) The name makes no sense.
2) If they are going to release a less expensive iPhone you'd think they used the same displays, and OS and app ecosystems they current use. Like with the iPad mini.[/INDENT]
Using the iPad (3)'s PPI, with the 960x480 resolution of the iPhone 4 you get a 4.37" display. With the 1136x640 resolution of the iPhone you get a 4.904" display.
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Originally Posted by Ryan Maxwell
iPhone Math is a good name because if they start releasing all these differ versions and sizes and colors, there are going to be so many numbers out there... Steve had it right, build a great product and the sales will take care of themselves. Let android fragment itself, don't try to copy it. It is like the late 80's again at Apple.
Letters with meaning.
1.
iPhone X (the best iPhone, 5inch screen, expensive as sh*t, outsells all phablets combined)
iPhone (similar to today's iphone, with 4.2 screen, same price)
iPhone air ( 3.5 or 4inch screen, similar to same-generation iPod touch, cheaper)
2.
Terminate previous iPhone models production.
3.
New Dev tools and stronger ecosystem.
4.
more market share
5.
Profit
6.
World domination.
When the people that write these rumors say things like that I can't pay much attention.
They don't follow other companies to stay competitive. Just saying.
And this cheap phone just won't die.
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Originally Posted by Minnesota_Steve
I presumed iPhone mini, maxi and magnum. Just like all the condom names adorning Android phones.
LOL. Stuffing a Big Android Phone full of specs in your pocket makes up for hardware deficiencies elsewhere....
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Originally Posted by wcmatt
Man, I guess I'll be waiting even longer to get a 4.2-4.5" phone from Apple. I find the 4" iPhone 5 small, and the 4.8" Android phones to be a bit too large.
It's just a rumor, Goldilocks.
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Originally Posted by stelligent
The iPhone Math will be followed by iPhone History, iPhone Psych, iPhone Chem ...
Don't know much about history
Don't know much biology
Don't know much about a science book
Don't know much about the french I took
Don't know much about geography
Don't know much trigonometry
Don't know much about algebra
Don't know what a slide rule is for
But I do know that one and one is two
And if this one could be with you
What a wonderful world this would be...
Thank-you Sam Cooke
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Originally Posted by razorpit
Is iPhone "Math" the lost in translation version of iPhone "Max"? If so this will make those who want a monster-sized iPhone happy.
Good thought about bad translation of a math term.
Perhaps it actually is "iPhone Plus".
For trying to boost the stock price of your company...
there is a rumor for that.
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Originally Posted by AppleInsider
While details regarding the mystery device's specifications remain scarce, sources claim it will feature a large display measuring at least 4.8 inches diagonal, almost one inch larger than the current iPhone 5. Form-factor and screen resolution are unknown, though the so-called "iPhone Math" is said to boast an 8-megapixel camera with lenses built by Largan Precision. The Chinese firm has supposedly been tapped to supply some 8 million camera lenses for both the "iPhone 5S" and the "iPhone Math."
That's it.
You should post this same disclosure in all your other rumor articles.
They are releasing a calculator
So, if Apple had to, there's a good, developer-friendly solution.
But I think big screens are more hype and less useful in practice, for most people, and the hype will wear off. Android users would KILL for a full-powered 3 to 4 inch device, and that's a "choice" that nobody offers them. People want high-end power AND a small device. 4" is a great compromise size.
So I don't think "phablet" is a niche Apple needs to serve--not while the iPhone 5 is outselling all other phones and phablets already.
As for the "latest rumor out of Asia"... give me a break. People all of the world make stuff up. Why do people in Asia get all the attention for it? Here, I'm not in Asia, and I can make something up: I work in Cupertino and I saw someone with a 16" (or so) iOS device, clearly running iOS Mail. It was wrapped in rubber or plastic to hide the edges, and the guy was in a public park, not knowing someone was near enough to watch him test it. iPad Pro? The home button looked different: the square was solid white instead of an outline.
There. If only I lived in Asia, the world would use me as link bait!
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Originally Posted by nagromme
A 640x1136 iPhone (same app res as iPhone 5) cut out of the iPad's retina display (264 PPI) would be just under 5" (significantly larger than 4.8). That would be the easiest to make, and would run current apps unmodified. It would be just like running an iPhone app (at 1x) on an iPad--except that iPads don't run the tall format when they do that.
So, if Apple had to, there's a good, developer-friendly solution.
But I think big screens are more hype and less useful in practice, for most people, and the hype will wear off. Android users would KILL for a full-powered 3 to 4 inch device, and that's a "choice" that nobody offers them. People want high-end power AND a small device. 4" is a great compromise size.
So I don't think "phablet" is a niche Apple needs to serve--not while the iPhone 5 is outselling all other phones and phablets already.
As for the "latest rumor out of Asia"... give me a break. People all of the world make stuff up. Why do people in Asia get all the attention for it? Here, I'm not in Asia, and I can make something up: I work in Cupertino and I saw someone with a 16" (or so) iOS device, clearly running iOS Mail. It was wrapped in rubber or plastic to hide the edges, and the guy was in a public park, not knowing someone was near enough to watch him test it. iPad Pro? The home button looked different: the square was solid white instead of an outline.
There. If only I lived in Asia, the world would use me as link bait!
Facts:
- There's a market with millions of monthly subscribers willing to pay 700$ just for a big screen.
- Apple provides the best hardware and the best ecosystem
- Apple could provide a much better 5" phone than anyone else
- Apple has the necessary resources.
What can go wrong?
-Nothing.
What's in it for Apple?
- Millions and Millions of new users per quarter that otherwise wouldn't buy an iPhone.
- More marketshare at the expense of rivals better costumers (those that buy one X, S3, note, Razr, etc).
So?
The rest is history...