Leaked 'iPhone 7' dummy units show device in same colors as Apple's iPhone 6s
A newly-published image of alleged dummy "iPhone 7" models for accessory manufacturers suggests that Apple will ship the device in the same colors as the iPhone 6s, despite recent reports of new or altered color options.
The dummies generally match previous leaks for the device, according to Italian site Macitynet. This includes antenna bands located near the top and the bottom, and a large, bulging opening for the camera.
In fact a slight difference from some other leaks is that the camera bulge appears to come from an extrusion of the case material, rather than a separate metal ring, as on the iPhone 6 and 6s. This creates a more seamless design.
One recent rumor claimed that Apple might introduce a "Deep Blue" color option, supposedly replacing the "Space Gray" available since the iPhone 5s. This was later corrected to suggest that Space Gray would stick around, but in a much darker shade, closer to something like the iPhone 5.
A questionable aspect of the Macitynet leak is that the source of the image claims Apple could indeed release three versions of the iPhone 7, including Plus and "Pro" models. While some other reports have mentioned the possibility of a Pro, it's commonly expected that Apple will only release two models -- a standard and a Plus -- when the iPhone 7 arrives this fall, most likely in September.
The dummies generally match previous leaks for the device, according to Italian site Macitynet. This includes antenna bands located near the top and the bottom, and a large, bulging opening for the camera.
In fact a slight difference from some other leaks is that the camera bulge appears to come from an extrusion of the case material, rather than a separate metal ring, as on the iPhone 6 and 6s. This creates a more seamless design.
One recent rumor claimed that Apple might introduce a "Deep Blue" color option, supposedly replacing the "Space Gray" available since the iPhone 5s. This was later corrected to suggest that Space Gray would stick around, but in a much darker shade, closer to something like the iPhone 5.
A questionable aspect of the Macitynet leak is that the source of the image claims Apple could indeed release three versions of the iPhone 7, including Plus and "Pro" models. While some other reports have mentioned the possibility of a Pro, it's commonly expected that Apple will only release two models -- a standard and a Plus -- when the iPhone 7 arrives this fall, most likely in September.
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Also, there is no separate "Pro" iPhone. The Plus iPhone = the Pro. It is already $100 more expensive. They are continuing the already pre-existing trend of legitimizing the extra cost with unique features. And that's fine. That may even include the rumored 5th color option, being unique to iPhone Plus.
A very slick move to increase average selling price this year, when it matters most for the balance sheet. I'm sure the usual people will complain about Apple "withholding" features from a device that is both small and cheaper.
I won't. I'll just buy it. And like it.
Because if they shot a decent video, you might notice the obvious indications that the whole thing is a fake. Why do you think photographs of Nessie or Bigfoot are taken from so far away? So it's harder to see whether it's a model or a man in a costume.