News from category ‘rumors’
Analyst Expects Unsubsidized iPhone Mini Will Cost From $250 to $300
Today analyst Brian White from Topeka Capital issued a note to clients () providing his expectations for much-rumored cheaper iPhone. According to White, Apple can release the low-cost iPhone as early as June and the device will be called “iPhone Air” or “iPhone mini”. He also expects that the contract-free model will cost from $250 to $300, which would allow the device to compete with high-end smartphones priced below $320 from China-based Xiaomi. He also noted:
Apple is working on "smart" glass-wrapped wathces
Nick Bilton shares information with The New York Times that Apple is "experimenting" with a glass-wrapped smart watches, "according to people familiar with the company's explorations." The article notes that Corning has developed a special glass which can be used on the owner's wrist due to its curving.
EA launches Origin client for Mac
Digital distribution platform Origin for Mac from EA was launched today; this was first noted by AppleInsider. The Origin for the Mac was originally announced in August, 2011 and began to undergo alpha testing in late January.
Sources from China provided information on the launch of the iPhone and the iPhone 6 5S in 2013
Brightwire provided a translated report from Chinese media which claims that Apple is preparing the launch of the iPhone 5S and 5-inch iPhone 6 this year:
"- A source told Chinese mobile phone information site Laoyaoba.com that it has seen the iPhone 5S and iPhone 6 at Apple's suppliers. Both models may be released in 2013, according to the website's microblog on Thursday evening.
Apple Told Reseller That New Mac Pro Will Arrive In Spring 2013
, Apple reseller in France, sent out newsletter to its customers informing them that Apple will halt Mac Pro sales on March 1st, 2013 due to new regulatory requirements in EU.
As reported by both and , the reseller also points out in the newsletter that Apple told them a new Mac Pro will arrive in Spring of this year. Translation:
4.94-inch iPhone layout Plus show why an enhanced version may make sense
Due to rumors of a much larger "iPhone Math", developer of the Instapaper, Marco Arment conducted research and provided several layouts that show how Apple may reach 5-inch iPhone without breaking existing applications ecosystem.
Apple in talks to include the HBO Go service on Apple TV
Bloomberg reports that Apple is negotiating with HBO to integrate video streaming service to Apple TV. HBO Go is a streaming service that lets HBO subscribers watch HBO content on PCs, tablets, consoles and other platforms.
Apple Job Listing for Plastics Design Engineer Hints at Innovative Designs for Future Products
Apple has published a new vacancy of design engineer with a focus on the production of plastics. According to the job description, Apple sought to expand and improve its plastic division.
The FCC has published a slightly scaled-down model of the future of Apple TV
The FCC has published documents that appear to describe a new model of Apple TV.
Apple confirmed to open R&D center in Shanghai.
BrightWire summarizes the report of Chinese financial news site yicai.com, noting the official announcement on the opening of the new facility by Apple in Shanghai this summer.
The iMac supply issues can be resolved, according to component manufacturers
Recent production issues of the iMac, which appeared in 2012, almost resolved. According to a report from the China Times, as well as information from BrightWire, difficulties with supply constraints can be facilitated.
Apple is on the way to launch a full-size version of the 128 Gb iPad
9to5Mac reports that four of the new configurations of the iPad appeared in the United States retailer's database. Although the exact information was not revealed in the database. The new devices was named as "ultimate" of current full-size model configuration. There are suggestions that such "ultimate" iPad may be a Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + celluar iPad 128 Gb model in black and white color options.
Some of 21 and 27-inch iMac models began to be realized through Apple's retail partners
Several retail partners of Apple products ensure the availability of some models of iMac, which were launched more than three months ago.
iPhone 5S said to upgrade rear camera, iPad mini update is expected in October
Following the report about full-sized iPad and iPhone, Jeremy Horwitz from iLounge provides additional information about Apple's plans for mobile devices. The information comes from "reliable source" and reveals the code names of components for different devices, as well as plans to upgrade the rear view camera in iPhone 5S.
Apple adds notes feature in the App Store
Apple added a new application notes feature in the iOS App Store. Applications flagged as "Editor's choice" and "App of the Week" are now available in the App Store with a brief description. For example, "Might note & Magic: Clash of Heroes":

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