The parts are being shipped out for assembly of a new, cheaper iPhone, according to reports. June 13, 2013 7:57 AM PDT (Credit: Apple) Apple is one step closer to launching a low-cost iPhone, according to a recent report. Earlier this week, the China Times reported (Translate) that several suppliers working on Apple's behalf have shipped out parts for an upcoming low-cost iPhone. Taiwan Semiconductor has shipped 28-nanometer processors for the device, while Largan Precision is delivering its 8-megapixel camera. Several other companies, including Texas Instruments and Chipbond, are reportedly providing parts for the handset. AppleInsider earlier reported on the rumor. Rumors have been swirling for months that Apple is planning to launch a cheaper iPhone that would compete with devices on the lower end of the smartphone market. The device is reportedly going to ship with several color options. Apple might attempt to sell the device contract-free, some industry analysts have said. As is its policy, Apple has provided absolutely no indication that a low-cost iPhone will be launching. Still, if the reports of suppliers gearing up their shipments are true, it's possible that the handset, which would complement the expected launch of the higher-end iPhone 5S, could launch later this summer, as expected.
The parts are being shipped out for assembly of a new, cheaper iPhone, according to reports.
Apple is one step closer to launching a low-cost iPhone, according to a recent report.
Earlier this week, the China Times reported (Translate) that several suppliers working on Apple's behalf have shipped out parts for an upcoming low-cost iPhone. Taiwan Semiconductor has shipped 28-nanometer processors for the device, while Largan Precision is delivering its 8-megapixel camera. Several other companies, including Texas Instruments and Chipbond, are reportedly providing parts for the handset.
AppleInsider earlier reported on the rumor.
Rumors have been swirling for months that Apple is planning to launch a cheaper iPhone that would compete with devices on the lower end of the smartphone market. The device is reportedly going to ship with several color options. Apple might attempt to sell the device contract-free, some industry analysts have said.
As is its policy, Apple has provided absolutely no indication that a low-cost iPhone will be launching. Still, if the reports of suppliers gearing up their shipments are true, it's possible that the handset, which would complement the expected launch of the higher-end iPhone 5S, could launch later this summer, as expected.
