iPhone 6 - the first Apple phablet?

The title seems unthinkable, but for all we know the new iPhone 6 may indeed by the first Apple phablet device that could compete with Android devices such as Xperia Z1 Ultra, Galaxy Note 3 and the Oppo N1. The fact on the matter is that this is a very popular market right now and Apple has done absolutely nothing to get their share of the profit. However, how would the creating of a large 5.5 inch iPhone be accepted by current iPhone users? While a lot of people complained about the treansition from 3.5 inch displays to 4.0 inch that did not stop sales for skyrocketing. However, this seems like a much more radical change in planning and therefor it is unlikely that Apple won't have a separate flagship for their current userbase that enjoys smaller screens.

Adopting the Samsung Galaxy Concepts?

 In my personal opinion this idea wouldn't be half bad - create a main flagship model and a larger phablet device. You see other companies that use Android doing this all the time and the best example is Samsung. Sure, their Note 3 is now a name of its own, but it all started as a spin off from the Galaxy S license as this was the most popular, top-selling and most loved series that Samsung had at that time.

 So, how about a iPhone 6 that won't exceed the 4.5 inch size and a iPhone 6X or something which would be a phablet? I don't know about the rest of you, but that sounds like a brilliant idea to me and I think it to be fair towards everyone's needs and requirements.

iPhone 6 vs Galaxy S5 - Early Concept Analysis

 Here we got folks, it's time for a fresh, original and awesome battle between the iPhone 6 and Samsung Galaxy S5...yeah, yeah I've heard enough of this already. Recently, I cam across an article that was written in this way on ibTimes and I was quite disappointed to find out that this is what contemporary web journalism has become. While the article starts out nice, it quickly became obvious that this was classic click-bait material that was poorly researched.

 I mean, for heaven's sake, the author of this article wrote that (in this battle of concepts) the Galaxy S5 would have Android Key Lime Pie as its OS. For those that do not know, Key Lime Pie was supposed to be the name of the latest Android OS, but instead it will be called Kit Kat. Based on this fact we can assume that the journalist on this site is at least 3 months behind on his data.

 However, I will give credit to the artist from DeviantArt for this great concept design.

 While this certainly looks impressive I would not like the new iPhone to have such a huge screen as I explained in the post about what I expect from the iPhone 6. Anyway, since we are already here and talking about early concepts, let's see what my iPhone 6 vs Galaxy S5 analysis is like.

 I've had a chance to use all of the phones in the Galaxy S series and I honestly liked the first one more than the others. Yes, the specs have improved dramatically, but my general feeling while using them has declined. I expect that Samsung will continue the trend and there is hardly anything to analyze. You can expect everything to get bigger/better - the screen, the Mpx on the camera, the processor... However, what I would like to see improved a step further is the included software that the Korean giant did very well.

 This is what I expect from the S5 and on the above link you saw what I expect from the iPhone 6, so the question on your mind may be - where's the comparison? Where's the amazing Galaxy S5 vs iPhone 6 battle you've been scrolling down to see? Well, there isn't, because it would be very stupid for me to write about something like that. When we see the actual devices we will discus them, until then stop buying into rumors and fan-fiction written by sites like IBT, AndroidAuthority and Mac Rumors!

What I expect from the iPhone 6

 Now that I've seen the iPhone 5S I will say that it was exactly what I expected and that I will not be trading in my old iPhone 5 for it. Instead, I will be waiting for the iPhone 6 and it is the next phone that I will be adding to my arsenal. So, in this article I will list the specs and features that I expect from the next generation i-device. Anything less than this and I will be a bit disappointing, but my expectations aren't anything too exciting and are actually really realistic.

Display and Screen

 I was a bit skeptic when the new iPhone 5 had a 4-inch screen. However, since I've also been using Android devices (I am a web and mobile developer) a part of me has grown to like a bigger display. While I find a 5 inch (and larger) display very unpractical I would gladly see a 4.5 inch iPhone 6. However, I would certainly dislike anything larger than that. If you want a larger screen than that, get an iPad or something! Seriously!

Improved Camera Optics

 A lot of people criticize Apple for not playing the megapixel game and for offering 8 Mpx on their latest devices. Personally, I never cared for the actual resolution of the photos and this is what I use my digital camera for. Instead, I would like to see the quality of the camera optics improve. Photos in low-light condititions could be better and the new iOS 7 should bring in some powerful new software for the camera app. Higher quality image stabilization is also a feature I look forward to seeing on the new iPhone 6.

Better Battery Life

 I cannot say that the battery life of the iPhone 5 was horrible, but this is a general complaint I have about any smartphone. I just want batteries to get better and for the software to be better optimizedso that it doesn't burn so much power. This is an endless request, but so far Apple has satisfied my wishes.

Better WiFi & NFC

 The new iPhone 6 needs an upgrade to Wi-Fi 802.11ac but Appleis probably waiting for the IEEE to approve the new WiFi specifications later this year. Since the latest MacBook Air has this tech we can be sure that the new iPhone will also follow. As for NFC chips, I personally don't need it but it is one of the features that a flagship such as the iPhone 6 should have.

 

128 GB?

 I see other blogs and tech portals talking about this but I don't really care much about it. The current 64GB model serves just fine and cloud storage is something I am certainly taking major advantage of. However, an SD card would certainly be really nice, but is highly unlikely.

Leaked iPhone 5C Photos

 Press photos of the upcoming budget smartphone from Apple known as iPhone 5C have been leaked according to T3 and their design corresponds to many of the rumors. Aside from this the overall look of the device also fits the cases and accessories that were leaked as well. Is this just an organized promotion or the worst kept Apple secret? Either way, the latest leaked iPhone 5C photos still leave much to be desired.

Leaked iPhone 5C press photos

 Like several other leaks this one was also provided by Romanian retailers but the details of how they obtained these photos have not been revealed. The iPhone 5C has been in the public eyesight for a long time now and it appears that the release is getting closer as the hype builds up and the rumors swirl.

 The current news on the wire, however, is that this budget phone will not be so affordable and that it will take the iPhone 4S place in the lineup. The general idea is that by mid 2014 Apple will create a series that will look something like this: iPhone 6 > iPhone 5S > iPhone 5 > iPhone 5C. The idea is that they plan to slowly stop the production of older models which means that we will finally be rid of the 30pin connector!

 As far as the price and the release date of the iPhone 5C you can say that there are as many leaked photos as there are pricing options which is obviously quite a lot. The general opinion is that this phone will be aimed towards the market in China where Apple is looking to improve their market share after a devastating drop. The price of the phone can be anywhere in the $399 to the $499 range which obviously means that it will not be such a "budget" device.

 Either way, it seems like the release date for both the 5C and the iPhone 5S will be somewhere in mid September. This is based on expert analysis and leaked rumors that suggest that Foxconn has already received the order and started the production of two brand-new models. However, as there are no possible ways to confirm these rumors we will back away from any further dialog and just wait it out.

iPhone 6 With a Big Screen Comming in 2014?

 As CNET reports, Citi recently made a note to Apple's investors with some general ideas about where the company is going with their products. The investment bank commented that the iPhone 5C will be a very possible new addition to the family this year and that an iWatch could possibly land in stores by the end of the year. The company has also made some interesting comments regarding the release of the iPhone 6 which are very intriguing to say the least.

iPhone 6 concept design

 So, let us cut right to the iPhone 6 news shall we? According to this source the next generation iPhone 6 release date is likely to be somewhere in the first half of the next year. Aside from using better technology and stronger hardware, this new device should be also quite larger than previous models have been so far. It is a high probability that Apple is looking to expand their offer by providing larger devices, but they are expected to stay true to their previous user base by providing phones that do not exceed the 4-inch display margin.

 Another important note passed on by Citi is that the newly expected iPhone 5C will probably have a $450 retail selling price. Since an average smartphone costs are ~$225 this is rather expensive and it can hardly be considered a low-budget device. However, we all knew that Apple isn't exactly interested in creating a low-budget product, it is more a case of "lower" budget.

 What do you guys think about these news? Leave us a comment down bellow!

Impressive iPhone 6 Concept Design

 How will the new iPhone 6 look? At this stage it is honestly anyone's guess, but it is fair to say that we are very interested how the new device will turn out. A lot of designers and concept artists took this opportunity to once again let their creativity do its thing and today I will proudly present you with a lovely iPhone 6 concept design that was recently published to the Internet. The unique design was posted on the popular website for designers - Behance - by the user called Johnny Plaid. Let's have a look at the initial design and have a bit of discussion.

Classic design!

 This concept design of the new iPhone 6 is rather clean, minimalistic and classic - in the true nature of Apple's style and their iPhone brand. While we must admit that it isn't very innovative, the core style is there and done very well. After all, many users of the iPhone don't really want the next generation to be a radical change. We are quite satisfied with a 4 inch screen and the choice between a classic white or black design.

 However, if you look at the photo closely you will see that the artist did indeed allow himself to innovate on the design. His version of the iPhone 6 is a lot bigger than the previous model and it features the illusive edge-to-edge display. Another key note is that the designer included his own specs of the phone. He says that his concept includes a brand new aluminum carbon fiber unibody enclosure. This changes makes his model almost 40 percent lighter, and 60 percent stronger than the iPhone 5. 

 We should also imagine that his design includes the "Retina 2” display that includes a graphene protective layer. We have actually heard rumors about this feature coming to the next-gen iPhone and it would be great if this prediction were really to come true.

 Anyway, get yourself over to Behance and give the man some love!

iPhone 6 Processor Already In the Works

 While the latest iPhone device was great, Apple still left a lot to be desired and everyone is hopping that the upcoming iPhone 6 will not leave us hanging dry. Luckily, rumors are already spreading that Apple is working on a next-gen processing chip for their new devices. Reports suggest that Apple has picked the A8 chip architecture powerhouse, which uses 20nm processes nodes.

Say goodbye to the old generations!

 The source of the news is DigiTimes and their reporters state that Apple has awarded a three-year contract to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC). While most people haven't heard of TSMC, it is actually a big name in the tech industry since many famous Western companies outsource their work over to them. In the past 24h their stocks went up by 3.5% which no doubt due to the news of the new contract. Anyway, TSMC has been contracted to manufacture the A8, A9 and A9X processing chips. These will be used in 2014 for a new series of devices. This would suggest that the iPhone 6 will not be coming out this year and that the upcoming iPhone that we heard about is actually the iPhone 5S.