iPhone 12 to launch in two-stages, according to supply-chain sources
Apple announced on Thursday that the iPhone 12 will be available ‘a few weeks later’ than previous years, confirming rumors that suggested suppliers are behind on iPhone production due to the impact caused by COVID-19.
Now, a new report from supply chain sources, via Digitimes, suggests Apple will take a two-stage approach to releasing the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro, similar to the launch of the iPhone 8 and iPhone X in 2017.
To recap, Apple is expected to release four new iPhone model this fall: a 5.4-inch and 6.1-inch iPhone 12 to replace the current iPhone 11, and a 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch iPhone 12 Pro/Pro Max.
Today’s report claim’s Apple will release the 6.1-inch iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro together during the first part of the two-stage rollout, with the 5.4-inch iPhone 12 and 6.7-inch iPhone 12 Pro Max coming later as part of the second phase.
Apple may launch its 5G iPhones in two stages, with two 6.1-inch models in the first and another two 6.7- and 5.4-inch devices in the second, the sources said, adding that suppliers of SLP (substrate-like PCB) mainboards for the former models have recently kicked off shipments, with those for the latter to start in late August. – Shipments of flexible boards for new iPhones will peak some 2-4 weeks later than usual this year, the sources said.
This year’s new iPhone lineup is expected to prompt a “supercycle” of upgrades, with all four new models rumored to feature an all-new design, 5G cellular connectivity, and more.
The Apple Post has gone hands on with a model created based on leaked schematics and specifications for this year’s 6.7-inch “iPhone 12 Pro Max”, offering an early preview of the rumored new squared-edged design, larger display, and more.