Rumors

Apple Drops Supply Orders for iPhone 4 in Anticipation of New Model

Alex Heath ∙ June 21, 2011

A report from overseas says that Apple has decreased component orders for the iPhone 4 in anticipation of the next iPhone's release in the coming months. The latest rumor claims an August announcement for Apple's next gen device, and these supply chain reports seem to corroborate that timeframe.

According to the Taiwanese-based DigiTimes, circuit board (PCB) suppliers are seeing a decrease in orders from Apple in the second business quarter. A drop in component orders usually means that a company is gearing up for production on a new product, and that product would of course be the next iPhone.

Verizon Ending Unlimited Data Plans Next Month?

Cody Lee ∙ June 21, 2011

We knew it was coming. Rumors of Verizon killing off the unlimited data plan have been running wild for several months now. Not to mention, most of the speculation has pointed to a summer deadline.

Well it appears the gossip is true. DroidLife recently outlined an all-to-likely scenario of Verizon's intent to roll out tiered data plans next month. Obviously, for that to happen, the $30 dollar unlimited plan must go...

iPhone 5 Will Be Significant Redesign with August Announcement?

Alex Heath ∙ June 21, 2011

A new rumor from Boy Genius Report claims that Apple's next gen iPhone will in fact be a major revamp of the current iPhone 4. As the above concept from This is my next shows, the iPhone 5/4S could very well have a slimmer, 'teardrop' design with an aluminum back.

BGR's sources peg the next iPhone announcement for August, instead of the September reports we've been hearing. Instead of an unveiling at Apple's usual music event in September, Apple could break tradition and hold a stand-alone event for the next iPhone in mid August.

Crazy Rumor: Apple to Release iPhone 5 on September 7th?

Cody Lee ∙ Updated January 24, 2016

We actually haven't heard too many new hardware rumors in the last few weeks. It seems like everyone is too busy digging through Apple's new iOS 5 software for new features to really care at the moment.

But gossip picked up again over the weekend, as International Business Times stirred up the rumor pot with further speculation on the iPhone 5's release date. The publication believes that we'll all be lining up on September 7th for the next iPhone...

JailbreakMe 3.0 Teaser Image Proved Fake, Exact ETA on iPad 2 Jailbreak Unknown

Alex Heath ∙ Updated February 24, 2017

We apologize if you got excited about the return of JailbreakMe today. A rumor got started this morning that claimed Comex was releasing his iPad 2 jailbreak through JailbreakMe.com this afternoon.

As it turns out, the teaser image (reportedly from Comex's Twitter account) that started this rumor has been proved fake, and we're back to the drawing board in terms of an iPad 2 jailbreak ETA.

Retina Display iPad Referenced in iOS 5 SDK

Alex Heath ∙ June 15, 2011

After doing some sleuthing in the iOS 5 beta SDK, the folks at 9to5Mac have discovered graphics for the next generation iPad that are 2X the size of the iPad's current, 1024 x 768 resolution. These graphics are capable of fulfilling the requirement for Apple's 'Retina Display' that is currently used on the iPhone 4 and fourth generation iPod touch.

It was originally dismissed when 2X iPad graphics were discovered in the iOS 4 SDK, but 9to5Mac believes that this Retina Display-worthy resolution references the iPad 3's screen.

Next iPhone in Final Testing Stages for September Release

Alex Heath ∙ Updated January 24, 2016

After the next generation iPhone was a no-show at Apple's WWDC conference last week, the previous reports of an iPhone release in September gained more credibility. Now, according to some Apple intelligence from 9to5Mac, the next iPhone has reached final testing stages (or "AP" stage) with high-level Apple and carrier executives.

All signs point towards Apple being on track for a September release of the next iPhone, but some problems with Verizon could restrict FaceTime over 3G on the carrier's CDMA network.

Unlocked iPhones Headed to U.S. Apple Stores This Week?

Alex Heath ∙ Updated July 7, 2017

Apple could start selling unlocked iPhones in its retail stores, starting this Wednesday. According to famed jailbreak developer, Chronic, Apple retail is gearing up to offer factory unlocked iPhones in U.S. locations. If Chronic's sources are correct, travelers and SIM-swappers should be very happy with this news.

This would be the first time that Apple offered factory unlocked iPhones in the U.S. Customers in countries like Canada and Hong Kong have already been able to purchase carrier-unlocked iPhones.

Sprint iPhone in Advanced Testing Stage?

Cody Lee ∙ June 9, 2011

Apple made headlines earlier this year when they finally took their iPhone to a 2nd U.S. carrier. The popular smartphone had been an AT&T-only device since its inception in 2007, so needless to say users were glad to finally have an option.

But what about Sprint customers? Will they ever see an iPhone offered by their carrier? It doesn't take a magic 8 ball to know that all signs point to yes, but we've recently heard more "confirmation" that a Sprint-branded iPhone exists...

Apple Taps OmniVision to Provide 8MP Camera Sensors for iPhone 5

Cody Lee ∙ June 9, 2011

The time for Apple to announce a new iPhone at this year's developer's conference has come, and gone. The rumors of a delayed iPhone refresh rang true this week, as no new hardware was unveiled during the keynote.

While we're growing tired of these supply chain rumors, each bit of gossip helps to paint a picture of what Apple's next generation smartphone may look like. The most recent tidbit aligns with previous suggestions that the iPhone 5 will house a better camera...

Nuance Voice Integration Not Currently in iOS 5, But There’s Still Hope

Alex Heath ∙ June 8, 2011

Apple unveiled a truckload of iOS 5 features at WWDC on Monday, but one major thing was missing: Nuance voice integration. There was a strong series of rumors leading right up to the keynote that claimed iOS 5 would boast huge improvements in voice integration.

Unfortunately, no voice-related features were previewed during Monday's keynote, and the first iOS 5 developer beta has no voice additions to speak of.

Has Apple abandoned their partnership with Nuance in iOS? Or will we still see deeper voice integration in iOS 5 before it's released to the public in the next few months?

iOS 5 Firmware Hints at Future iPhone and iPad Models

Alex Heath ∙ June 7, 2011

Since Apple unveiled iOS 5 at the WWDC keynote yesterday, developers have been diving into the software to discover the hidden secrets within. The latest development actually points towards future models of the iPhone and iPad.

As would be expected, there are code placeholders for the next gen iPhone, and there are also references for two future iPad models. Ladies and gentleman, start your rumor mills...