iPhoneRoot.com
TSMC to Start A11 Chip Volume Production in April
According to the latest report shared by the Economic Daily News (via ), Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) will start the volume production of the A11 chip in April. The processor will be used in the upcoming iPhone 8 and iPhone 7s, the sources claim. By July, the supplier should produce 50 million chips. By the end of this year, the number of new processor produced by the company is expected to reach 100 million units.
Leave a commentTop 10 Stories of the Week
It is Sunday today, so it’s time to take a look at the most interesting posts of the last couple of days. Let’s not waste time and take a look at them right now.
Apple Opens Three New Retail Stores [Images]
Yesterday, Apple opened three new Apple Stores in Germany, the United States, and China. Below you can take a look at some images and get more details about each new store.
Here’s How Red iPhone 7 with Black Front Panel May Look Like [Video]
Earlier this week, Apple released the (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. While both devices look and feel great, many users believe that the phone with a black front panel might be much better. This was the main reason for a YouTuber nicknamed JerryRigEverything to replace the front panel and see how the handset would change. Below you can take a look at the video showing the red iPhone 7 with a white front panel turning into a red iPhone 7 with a black front panel.
Apple to Start iPhone Production in India Within 4–6 Weeks
According to the latest report from the Wall Street Journal, Apple may begin assembling iPhones in India within 4–6 weeks. Nearly all preparations for the start of smartphone productions have been finished, an anonymous official told the WSJ.
Apple Starts Selling Red iPhones, New iPad, and Updated iPhone SE
Today, Apple has started selling the (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, new 9.7-inch iPad as well as the 32GB and 128GB iPhone SE in a number of countries worldwide. The devices are now available via Apple’s official website, but the shipping estimates vary from several days to weeks, depending on the device, its configuration, and customer’s location. New gadgets can be purchased at physical retail stores too.
iPhone 8 May Be Launched in September, But in Limited Quantities
According to the latest report from Barclays analysts, the iPhone 8 may be launched in September alongside two other models, but in very limited quantities. Apple will be able to catch up with the demand and improve the stock availability only in the fourth quarter of 2017.
Child Saves His Mother’s Life Using Touch ID and Siri
A 4-year-old boy was able to call emergency services using his mother’s iPhone after the woman lost consciousness. Touch ID and Siri helped the child to call for help and save his mother’s life.
New iPad is Thicker and Heavier Than iPad Air 2
As noted by 9to5Mac reporters, the new 9.7-inch iPad announced earlier this week, is heavier and thicker than the iPad Air 2. On top of that, the tablet lacks the anti-reflective coating its predecessor had.
Apple Reacts to Hackers’ Threat, Says There Were No Breaches
Yesterday, a group of hackers demanded that Apple should pay them $75,000. They claimed they had access to more than 600 million icloud.com, me.com, and mac.com accounts and promised to delete these accounts unless the company pays them until April 7. Today, Apple commented on the issue, saying there were no Apple ID or iCloud breaches. Apple also suggested that the hackers may have obtained the account details leaked by third-party services.
iPhone 6s Named Most Popular Smartphone of 2016
According to the latest report from a research firm IHS Markit, the iPhone 6s was the most popular smartphone in 2016. In terms of global shipments, the handset outpaced the iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus, and the iPhone 6s Plus. What’s even more interesting, the 2015 flagship was way more popular than the Galaxy S7, Galaxy S7 Edge, Galaxy J3, and other Samsung devices. Additional details can be seen below.
Apple Discontinues iPad Air 2 and iPad mini 2
Yesterday, Apple released the 9.7-inch iPad. At the same time, the company discontinued the 9.7-inch iPad Air 2 and the 7.9-inch iPad mini 2. As of yesterday, nobody can purchase each of these two directly from Apple. The fourth-generation iPad mini is now available only with 128GB of storage at the price of $399.
Check Out First (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 7 Plus Unboxing Video
A well-known YouTuber Marques Brownlee has shared an unboxing video featuring the new (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 7 Plus. The device was announced yesterday and is expected to go on sale on March 24, so it is unknown where and how Brownlee got his phone. Anyway, below you can find some highlights from the unboxing video.
Apple Releases (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, Updates iPhone SE
Along with the new 9.7-inch iPad with the A9 processor, brighter Retina display, and lower price tag, Apple has today announced the (PRODUCT)RED iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus. The company has also doubled the storage capacity of the 4-inch iPhone SE. As of today, the device has 32GB and 128GB of storage on top of 16GB and 64GB of storage it had previously. One can purchase the updated smartphone for $399.
Apple Unveils New 9.7-inch iPad [Images]
Apple has just a new 9.7-inch iPad called simply iPad. The device replaces the older iPad Air lineup that will no longer be updated. The new iPad has a price tag of $329 for the entry-level Wi-Fi only model and is a cheaper model for those who want to try using Apple tablets and save some money.
