Latest iPhone 3.0 multi-model and component supplier rumors
Over the past 48 hours, a couple of new reports have come out of the Far East claiming to identify up to three new models of Apple's iPhone due this year and a list of component suppliers who'll play an integral role.
Multi-model rumors
While discoveries within betas of iPhone Software 3.0 have hinted that two new models are in the cards for a release around mid-year, a report published by the Chinese-laguage China Times on Monday claims Apple has placed orders for 4 million new iPhones that may span not two but three different models.
The order, which is reportedly due in Apple's hands by the end of June, would include an EDGE-only model, a new 3G model, and a model specifically tailored for the Chinese market, according to the repot. It added that an "iPhone nano" is not expected and that the new iPhone 3G would look similar to the current model.
Component supplier rumors
Separately, Taiwanese rumor site DigiTimes on Tuesday published a list of what it believes will be some -- but obviously not all -- of the component suppliers that will be delivering parts to Apple to facilitate the launch of the next-generation iPhones.
In particular, it suggests Infineon will retain its seat as the handsets' GPS chip supplier while also reinforcing rumors that OmniVision will supply Apple with 3.2-megapixel CMOS image sensors, boosting the iPhone's embedded camera beyond 2-megapixels for the first time.
Other noteworthy design wins reportedly include TriQuint (WCDMA power amplifier), Skyworks (GSM EDGA power amplifier), Infineon (Baseband), CSR (Bluetooth), Infineon and NXP (Power management IC), TXC (SAW (surface acoustic wave) filter), Unimicron and Nanya (logic board), and Largan Precision (camera module).
DigiTimes adds that Apple's assembly suppliers will begin shipping new models to Apple in May, "with the first batch estimated to be around five million units."
The accuracy of both reports are unknown.
iPhone 3.0 topic pages
In an effort to help readers keep tabs on the wide range of iPhone 3.0 hardware rumors, we've begun archiving all such reports on an iPhone Hardware 3.0 (RSS) topics page. Meanwhile, iPhone 3.0 software related information can be found on the iPhone Software 3.0 (RSS) topics page. Of course, all iPhone-related information -- hardware or software -- will continue to show up on the parent iPhone (RSS) category page.
Multi-model rumors
While discoveries within betas of iPhone Software 3.0 have hinted that two new models are in the cards for a release around mid-year, a report published by the Chinese-laguage China Times on Monday claims Apple has placed orders for 4 million new iPhones that may span not two but three different models.
The order, which is reportedly due in Apple's hands by the end of June, would include an EDGE-only model, a new 3G model, and a model specifically tailored for the Chinese market, according to the repot. It added that an "iPhone nano" is not expected and that the new iPhone 3G would look similar to the current model.
Component supplier rumors
Separately, Taiwanese rumor site DigiTimes on Tuesday published a list of what it believes will be some -- but obviously not all -- of the component suppliers that will be delivering parts to Apple to facilitate the launch of the next-generation iPhones.
In particular, it suggests Infineon will retain its seat as the handsets' GPS chip supplier while also reinforcing rumors that OmniVision will supply Apple with 3.2-megapixel CMOS image sensors, boosting the iPhone's embedded camera beyond 2-megapixels for the first time.
Other noteworthy design wins reportedly include TriQuint (WCDMA power amplifier), Skyworks (GSM EDGA power amplifier), Infineon (Baseband), CSR (Bluetooth), Infineon and NXP (Power management IC), TXC (SAW (surface acoustic wave) filter), Unimicron and Nanya (logic board), and Largan Precision (camera module).
DigiTimes adds that Apple's assembly suppliers will begin shipping new models to Apple in May, "with the first batch estimated to be around five million units."
The accuracy of both reports are unknown.
iPhone 3.0 topic pages
In an effort to help readers keep tabs on the wide range of iPhone 3.0 hardware rumors, we've begun archiving all such reports on an iPhone Hardware 3.0 (RSS) topics page. Meanwhile, iPhone 3.0 software related information can be found on the iPhone Software 3.0 (RSS) topics page. Of course, all iPhone-related information -- hardware or software -- will continue to show up on the parent iPhone (RSS) category page.
Comments
I thought the GPS chip in the 3G turned out to be the Infineon Hammerhead, not a chip from Broadcom. That would mean the new model is staying with Infineon, and Broadcom is not losing a seat it didn't have.
I'll double check on this shortly.
K
Makes you wonder, then why can't they do CDMA as well, and really expand the market?
CDMA would really only expand there market in the US, but I doubt they could do that while under contract with AT&T. Most countries that are almost entirely CDMA-based tend to be poorer countries and not that populace, especially when you consider the number of people with smartphones. That really leaves only China, and it looks like Apple will not be teaming with China's huge CDMA carrier.
Makes you wonder, then why can't they do CDMA as well, and really expand the market?
Well domestically in the US they can't because AT&T has got Apple by its seeds.
"Far East"? Really, AI?
What is wrong with that? I've check 3 dictionaries and not notes it as being archaic or pejorative or offensive.
What is wrong with that? I've check 3 dictionaries and not notes it as being archaic or pejorative or offensive.
If you had to check 3 sources to ascertain whether or not that is archaic, perjorative or offensive then that speaks volumes.
Asia is the preferable term - not Far East, unless your a member of British royalty 50 years ago.
"Far East"? Really, AI?
Yeah, I fail to see what is wrong with this terminology used widely through the semiconductor and investment communities. We've used this terminology dozens of times and I've never had a complaint.
K
I thought the GPS chip in the 3G turned out to be the Infineon Hammerhead, not a chip from Broadcom. That would mean the new model is staying with Infineon, and Broadcom is not losing a seat it didn't have.
You're right. That report we had linked to from DigiTimes dated July 2008 was incorrect according to a later teardown:
http://www.appleinsider.com/articles...in_detail.html
Article update.
K
If you had to check 3 sources to ascertain whether or not that is archaic, perjorative or offensive then that speaks volumes.
Asia is the preferable term - not Far East, unless your a member of British royalty 50 years ago.
I did not take that post to mean that he had to search three different source *before* finding the supporting reference - but that he started checking references and after finding that that the first three in a row ALL supported the reference - that seemed sufficient research to stop looking for additional sources - as compiling say 12 independent sources might seem vindictive or malicious in some way.
If you had to check 3 sources to ascertain whether or not that is archaic, perjorative or offensive then that speaks volumes.
Asia is the preferable term - not Far East, unless your a member of British royalty 50 years ago.
I had to check three terms to verify that what I know is correct is actually correct. As simple as it was to do, it is called research. Your posts would do well to attempt that once in awhile.
As for the term, To simply say Asia would also includes Russia, India, Afghanistan, Kazakhstan and about 50 others. Are you suggesting that Kasper write "The Oriental side of Asia"?
PS: Why am I replying to you, you are jsut trying to start an argument and derail the thread... again.
Yeah, I fail to see what is wrong with this terminology used widely through the semiconductor and investment communities. We've used this terminology dozens of times and I've never had a complaint.
K
Far East sounds ok to me. I'm sure they call us Westerners.
I'd have a problem with Oriental chipmakers.
I'd have a problem with Oriental chipmakers.
Me too, but we really shouldn't. The term oriental comes from the word orient. Since the sun rises in the East we would orient ourselves based on that constant, hence the term. It surprises me how the most mundane term can take on such a negative feeling over time.
Another one I find interesting is how the word harlot once meant a young man and now it means prostitute or promiscuous woman.
PS: AI would never write that, they'd write "the Orient-based chipmakers" to coincide with "the Cupertino-base iPhone maker."
Me too, but we really shouldn't. The term oriental comes from the word orient. Since the sun rises in the East we would orient ourselves based on that constant, hence the term. It surprises me how the most mundane term can take on such a negative feeling over time.
Another one I find interesting is how the word harlot once meant a young man and now it means prostitute or promiscuous woman.
.....aaaaand getting back to the post...... I have to say I'm pretty excited about the rumors. This will be my first iPhone.
Rumors that interest me most:
Verizon
Camera changes
Magnetometer
Faster main processor
PA Semi contribution?
Storage sizes
Tiered data plans
Will it be THINNER?
China
PS: AI would never write that, they'd write "the Orient-based chipmakers" to coincide with "the Cupertino-base iPhone maker."
Good one. But I have to admit I'd stick Cupertino in all my posts if there was a chance I'd get picked up by a wire service....
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"Far East"? Really, AI?
Indeed, why say Far East when all you mean is China? Is it elegant variation? Antique humor? Far East includes Japan and Korea, which weren't involved in this story.