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iPhone 4S to Launch Today, No iPhone 5 This Year

Only hours before Apple's actual announcement, the folks over at The Next Web just dropped the bomb on what Apple has planned for the iPhone today.

According to the site's trusted sources inside Apple, the iPhone 4S will be launched today with a 8 megapixel camera, A5 processor, 1 GB of RAM, "improved optics,” and a “more accurate differential GPS stage." The iPhone 5 'teardrop' design that Apple was rumored to unveil won't be released this year.

London’s Covent Garden Apple Store Gets Transformed for Today’s iPhone Event

The world's biggest Apple store in London has been transformed into a live streaming hall for the UK press to watch Apple's iPhone event today. Apple announced yesterday that it will not be streaming its event for the public, but a private video feed of today's event will be streamed to press members across the pond that are gathered in the Covent Garden retail store.

We’ll Be Covering Today’s “Let’s Talk iPhone” Event

Unless you've been living under a rock, you probably know that Apple is holding its "Let's Talk iPhone" event today. Tim Cook and the Apple executive team will be unveiling iCloud, iOS 5, and a new iPhone. We'll probably also see updated iPod hardware, and perhaps another surprise.

Apple announced that it won't be streaming the event today, but that doesn't mean that you can't stay on top of everything that's happening. We at iDB will be brining you breaking news on the event as it happens.

How Far We’ve Come: The Original iPhone Commercial

Apple is set to unveil its next iPhone tomorrow, and there's been unending speculation and rumors about what the folks in Cupertino have up their sleeves for the iPhone in 2011.

What about how far we've come? Let's take a look at the first ever iPhone commercial...

Is Apple Set to Announce App Trials?

We're so close to tomorrow's iPhone event that we can taste it, and the rumors just keep on flying. The latest comes thanks to Apple's latest iTunes 10.5 beta, with 'The Tech Era' discovering a rogue bit of code that, they believe, could point to Apple's impending announcement of iOS app rentals.

The blog post points out that after the rental period has elapsed, the app in question would automatically be deleted from a user's iPhone, iPad or iPod touch. While that sounds theoretically possible, I'm not convinced that's the plan at all. What if Apple was planning on finally rectifying one of the issues that has plagued the App Store since day one? What if Apple was planning on announcing app trials?

It actually makes a lot of sense, and here's why...

Our Predictions for Tomorrow’s “Let’s Talk iPhone” Event

Apple's "Let's Talk iPhone" event is happening tomorrow. It's been 14 months since the iPhone 4 launch, and we've all been itching to hear what Apple has planned next for its incredible smartphone.

The iDB team has given last minute predictions and thoughts about tomorrow's event. Will there be an iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, or both? What about iOS 5's top secret "Assistant" feature? Will Steve Jobs grace the stage for "One more thing?"

Check inside for our individual thoughts and predictions on all of these topics and more...

Sony Ericsson CEO: “We Should Have Taken the iPhone More Seriously”

In the midst of dozens of last-minute iPhone rumors flying about today, TUAW points to an interesting article from The Wall Street Journal. The Journal recently spoke to Sony Ericsson CEO Bert Nordberg about the company's mobile strategy.

During the conversation, Nordberg mentions Apple's popular smartphone in a comment that seemingly sums up the feelings of all of the other handset manufacturers in the industry: "We should have taken the iPhone more seriously..."

Did Sprint Just Sign a $20 Billion Deal with Apple for iPhone 5 Exclusivity?

After four years of waiting, it appears that Sprint will finally get the chance to carry Apple's smartphone on its network. Among other things, Apple is expected to announce a new partnership with the carrier at tomorrow's iPhone event.

A few moments ago, The Wall Street Journal (who confirmed the Sprint-bound iPhone back in August) posted an interesting article regarding the new partnership between Apple and the third largest US operator.

The deal reportedly requires Sprint to purchase 30.5 million iPhones over the next 4 years, costing the company nearly $20 billion. But why in the world would Sprint make such a staggering commitment? BGR believes it's for iPhone 5 exclusivity...

The iPhone 4S “Life-Changing” Feature

There has been a lot of controversy over Apple's iPhone event tomorrow. Recent evidence has suggested that the company won't be unveiling a device with an all-new design, but one similar to the iPhone 4 with improved internals.

Skeptics believe that an iPhone 4S wouldn't be enough to power Apple's smartphone sales in the face of growing competition. Why would anyone choose a non-4G device with a 3.5" screen over offerings like the Galaxy S II? Assistant of course...

Apple Will Not Be Streaming Tomorrow’s iPhone Event

Bummer. Apple has officially stated that it will not be streaming tomorrow's "Let's Talk iPhone" event, according to 9to5Mac.

Apple streamed live video of last year's September event, but no such luck this year. UK journalists will get a private stream at the Covent Garden Apple Store in London.

Rumor: Verizon Stacking Call Center Staff in Anticipation of iPhone Launch Tomorrow

In case you've been living under a rock for the past week, Apple is hosting a media event tomorrow at its Cupertino campus. The blogosphere has been buzzing over rumored announcements, but everyone is more interested in the new iPhone itself.

With the keynote now within 24 hours, it's time for everyone to place their last-minute bets. What will it look like? How will it measure up to previous devices? And when will it be available? Macgasm seems to think it will hit the shelves tomorrow...

Will Steve Jobs Attend Tomorrow’s iPhone Event?

Given the importance of tomorrow's iPhone event, many have been wondering if former Apple CEO Steve Jobs will make an appearance. Mixed reports have surfaced that consider the possibility of Jobs attending tomorrow's event.

Will Jobs surprise everyone with an onstage appearance tomorrow, or will he be sitting in the audience? Will he even show up at all? Different sources have weighed in on the topic...