After many months of speculation and rumours we do not have long to wait until we will finally get a glimpse of the next iPhone. The iPhone 5 is due to be launched by Apple’s new CEO Tim Cook at a keynote speech in Cupertino, California on Tuesday 4th October. Despite earlier stories of the new iPhone being lost in a San Francisco tequila bar, Apple have managed to keep exceptionally tight lipped about this upcoming phone.
iPhone 5 Launch
This will be the first iPhone that will not be launched by Steve Jobs, the iconic founder and father figure of the Apple electronic giant. Some people are already wondering whether Cook has the necessary charisma to set the new iPhone 5 of to the same start as Jobs has previously managed to. Regardless of how Cook’s speech actually turns out, Apple has a guaranteed winner on its hands with people already dusting off their tents in preparation.
With the release date impending the rumour mills are picking up pace, with trickles of information making their way from Apple supply chains in Asia. One piece of information that has appeared from Macworld Asia is that the iPhone 5 will come with HSPA+ support, allowing data speeds of 21Mbps. This seems to counteract earlier claims that the iPhone 5 would come with 4G LTE support. Although not strictly speaking ‘4G’, HSPA+ will provide much faster download speeds compared to those found on the iPhone 4.
HSPA+ seems almost certain considering that it is already present on Android phones like the Galaxy SII. The iPhone 5 may also include improved image stabilisation on its camera by making use of the gyro sensor and accelerometer, according to a recent patent filed by Apple. The iPhone 5 is also likely to incorporate advanced voice controls and all the benefits of the new iOS 5 like the notification tray.
Earlier rumours of Apple launching two iPhones instead of one are starting to lose momentum. Suppliers in Asia suggest that the earlier speculated iPhone 4S will not make an appearance, and that the original rumours were based on components being manufactured for a next generation iPod Touch. Some people are even suggesting that Apple have placed subliminal messages in the October 4th keynote invitation, with the green phone icon having the number ‘1’ in the corner.
With Apple employees being denied requests to take time off work in the first two weeks of October it seems like the iPhone 5 will go on sale very shortly after the speech on the 4th. Recent reports are suggesting that as many as 40% of people in North America and the UK will look to purchase iPhone 5 deals in the next few months.
mastsethi
Oct 03. 2011
iPhone 5 looks absolutely stunning. It”s probably the most beautiful thing after Mona Lisa and Tera Patrick.
All eyes on Oct 4
Mandeep
Oct 03. 2011
I just wonder if it’ll be enough of an upgrade to get people to move from the 4. Going from the 3GS to the iPhone 4 was pretty significant.
Priyangshu
Oct 04. 2011
The event is going on , lets see what happens ?
TracyAnn0312
Oct 05. 2011
Iphone 5 is innovative. It is not only beautiful, but it also has good features to buyers. Can I ask what is 4G LTE support?
TechCrates
Oct 05. 2011
LTE technologies will bring even more faster data speeds
TracyAnn0312
Oct 06. 2011
Now I know, Thanks for replying to my comment. I will look forward to read more of your post soon.
Simon
Oct 05. 2011
“Suppliers in Asia suggest that the earlier speculated iPhone 4S will not make an appearance”
Ha. Turns out it was the other way around. No iPhone 5, but iPhone 4S instead.
Looking back at what was anticipated in this article the iPhone 4S is maybe a bit of a let down. No 21Mbps, just 14.4Mbps instead for 3G.
Camera has been improved, but a bump up in specs was the only almost-certain being speculated.
We will have to see whether Siri is really all that groundbreaking. It may be better than existing voice controls, but I don’t think there is really much demand for it, just as no one was really too fussed about Facetime on the iPhone 4.
Suraj
Oct 05. 2011
Come on this should be a rumor, no body know, when its going to be released. And there is not even a single picture that can say ‘yes, this is iPhone5’?
techatlast
Oct 06. 2011
Funny enough, Apple releases iPhone 4S instead of iPhone 5.
Julie Hayes
Oct 06. 2011
I’m a little bit disappointed that apple didn’t release Iphone 5 instead they released Iphone 4s. But I’m sad to hear that Steve Jobs has passed away.
TechCrates
Oct 06. 2011
Even I’m disappointed … and sad about Steve Jobs
Mahesh
Oct 07. 2011
Apple 4S seems to be improved version of the previous Apple 4. Most expected iPhone 5 couldn’t be seen 🙁
TechCrates
Oct 07. 2011
Yeah there was lot of expectations from users
Patricia, promotional products
Oct 07. 2011
When Iphone 5 was released, I was one of the million people who felt very excited and happy. I just bought mine 3 weeks ago. Rest in peace to Steve Jobs.
TechCrates
Oct 07. 2011
How cum you own an iPhone 3 weeks ago ?
high intensity focused ultrasound
Oct 08. 2011
Did they really released iphone5? I heard some rumors that it’s actually on the 14th of October. iPhone 4S and iPhone 5 will be available to the public on that day. Can someone confirm this please. Thanks
TechCrates
Oct 08. 2011
Apple have released iPhone4S instead of iPhone5 ….
Rebi
Oct 08. 2011
Sad to hear about Steve and eagerly waited for the launch but disappointment on iphone5…..
Jack
Nov 02. 2011
At last it was launched….great …