TSMC source alleges 'iPhone 8' Touch ID embedded in display, wider screen ratio
Potentially confirming rumored details about the "iPhone 8," a report claims that a TSMC representative spoke out about specific details about the new device at the NA Technology Symposium on Thursday.
According to a report published on Friday in the Economic Daily News, Apple has moved the fingerprint sensor to underneath the screen, and not in a penetration on the back of the case. Additionally, the same TSMC source cited in the report claims that screen ratio on the new device is 18.5:9, instead of the 16:9 on the iPhone 5 through iPhone 7 families.
Also noted was rear-mounted infrared image sensors to assist with the camera's range-finding, and to boost augmented reality possibilities on the device. It is not clear if the TSMC source for the report is echoing already rumored features of the device, or has been clued in on Apple's plans.
TSMC has two more major symposiums focusing in its own products before the end of the year, with one in the Netherlands, and one in Israel, both before the end of June.
At the same conference, Apple's chip manufacturing partner announced that it will move its 7nm chip fabrication technology into volume production in 2018, with an enhanced version using extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography to debut a year later. "Tape-outs" or first designs, for 12 products are complete.
Risk, low-volume, production of the first 5nm chips from the company will begin shortly thereafter, with the company aiming at 2019.
Apple is rumored to debut three new iPhones later this year in September, headlined by a premium "iPhone 8" that could cost more than $1,000. The high-end "iPhone 8" is expected to be loaded with the latest technologies, utilizing a glass back and curved edge-to-edge 5.2-inch OLED display that will conceal components like the earpiece speaker, 3d facial scanning technology, Touch ID sensor, and FaceTime camera beneath the screen.
In addition, Apple is also expected to launch successors to the iPhone 7 series in similar designs, sized with the same 4.7- and 5.5-inch screens. Conflicting reports have emerged about the screens in the "iPhone 7s," but the latest rumors suggest that that those handsets will stick with LCD display technology.
According to Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities, all three 2017 iPhones will feature wireless charging technology.
Very recently, alleged protective cases for the device have surfaced, as well as an assortment of mockups and renders based on CAD documents reportedly used to make the device.
According to a report published on Friday in the Economic Daily News, Apple has moved the fingerprint sensor to underneath the screen, and not in a penetration on the back of the case. Additionally, the same TSMC source cited in the report claims that screen ratio on the new device is 18.5:9, instead of the 16:9 on the iPhone 5 through iPhone 7 families.
Also noted was rear-mounted infrared image sensors to assist with the camera's range-finding, and to boost augmented reality possibilities on the device. It is not clear if the TSMC source for the report is echoing already rumored features of the device, or has been clued in on Apple's plans.
TSMC has two more major symposiums focusing in its own products before the end of the year, with one in the Netherlands, and one in Israel, both before the end of June.
At the same conference, Apple's chip manufacturing partner announced that it will move its 7nm chip fabrication technology into volume production in 2018, with an enhanced version using extreme ultraviolet (EUV) lithography to debut a year later. "Tape-outs" or first designs, for 12 products are complete.
Risk, low-volume, production of the first 5nm chips from the company will begin shortly thereafter, with the company aiming at 2019.
Apple is rumored to debut three new iPhones later this year in September, headlined by a premium "iPhone 8" that could cost more than $1,000. The high-end "iPhone 8" is expected to be loaded with the latest technologies, utilizing a glass back and curved edge-to-edge 5.2-inch OLED display that will conceal components like the earpiece speaker, 3d facial scanning technology, Touch ID sensor, and FaceTime camera beneath the screen.
In addition, Apple is also expected to launch successors to the iPhone 7 series in similar designs, sized with the same 4.7- and 5.5-inch screens. Conflicting reports have emerged about the screens in the "iPhone 7s," but the latest rumors suggest that that those handsets will stick with LCD display technology.
According to Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities, all three 2017 iPhones will feature wireless charging technology.
Very recently, alleged protective cases for the device have surfaced, as well as an assortment of mockups and renders based on CAD documents reportedly used to make the device.
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I personally would want to drive down to Cupertino to pillory Apple if Touch ID ended up on the back. Fortunately, that's a UI decision that Apple will not make 10 years on with the iPhone, so, yeah, I never believed the rumors.
Even if the sensor is on the front, I won't even think about getting one until 2-3 months have passed.
Where's the panic in that eh?
I also dont know what that has to do with panicked commenters treating rumors as reality every week.
Telling us why you'll never buy a product you've never seen let alone used sure sounds like panic to me.
Agree with your point about rumors, totally do not understand your second point about Apple and technology. My point is that when Apple wants to implement a new technology (Touch ID, for example) they make it happen. (Just like I'm sure any facial/iris-scanning feature they release will be miles ahead of Samsung.) They don't release half-assed attempts and shortcuts like Samsung with their first fingerprint reader, and now with the awkward sensor on their latest phone.
The point which I have bolded in your post seems to give a meaning "Apple would be the first to implement ANY new technology if they so desire". My point was - It may not be possible for Apple to implement each and every technology FIRST, like OLED for example. Even if they had desired, it would NOT have been possible because of the huge volumes involved. It is NOT a fair expectation as well.
Regarding FPS in the backside of the phone, I don't really understand why everyone is against it just because Samsung mucked it up big time in S8/S8+. FPS can be put in the RIGHT place (below camera, NOT besides camera) on the back of the phone. That is what each and every Android OEM has done (whoever decided to put it in the back) EXCEPT Samsung. It is a design FLAW in S8/S8+. My point is this - if in case integrating TouchID into display needs much more time than anticipated, and if it cannot be fitted within this year, Apple should just go ahead and put the FPS on the backside. People should not criticize such a move, without trying it first hand.