Apple's cheaper iPhone 5C doesn't officially exist, but plenty of gossip suggests that it does. CNET details what we know, what we think we know, and what we don't know. (Credit: Sonny Dickson) The low-cost iPhone continues to be one of those rumors that just won't quit. But as we near the magical month of September, a time when Apple has announced new handsets since 2011, the rumor finally appears to be close to reality. As Josh Lowensohn said earlier this week, despite Apple's vow to clamp down on leaks, the last few weeks have delivered a steady stream of gossip about a cheaper iPhone, which the tech blogosphere has collectively dubbed the "iPhone 5C" (the "C" denoting the multicolored backs, or simply just "cheaper"); the official product name is anyone's guess. We've see some alleged specs and a few credible photos not taken by the usual Mr. Blurrycam. Of course, Apple has yet to comment on the dish and won't do so until it's good and ready. So until then, here's what we know about this still elusive -- but increasingly certain -- device. What we knowFrankly, not much of anything. Yes, it will be less expensive, but that's not exactly a cogent analysis of the 5C chatter. What we think we knowWhen it will be announced The true cost A plastic back (Credit: CNET) if you're wondering if plastic will make the 5C less durable the answer is not necessarily. Remember that Apple used plastic on both the iPhone 3G and 3GS without causing a rash of broken handsets. What's more, though the switch to a glass (iPhone 4 and 4S) and then metal body (iPhone 5) has seemed like a move toward more durability, anyone who's cracked the rear end of an iPhone after dropping it will d isagree. Fewer features A world of colors In addition to white and black, it looks like we'll see it in several other colors, as demonstrated in the below photo from Australian blogger Sonny Dickson. (Credit: SonnyDickson) What we don't knowRelease date Where it will be available Alternatively, the 5C may be Apple's shot at growing its presence in developing markets (in which case, the ). Android phones, for example, range from very cheap to very expensive. The 5C could compete with budget-price Android handsets that are positioned as starter smartphones. Until September 10Until we know more, that's all we can say. But if the September 10 event does happen, rest assured that CNET will be there to bring you everything that happens in full detail. A lower-cost iPhone 5C in everyone's pocket(Credit: Apple/CNET) via Technology - Google News http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&fd=R&usg=AFQjCNEDX9THUovyaqPLCnPFJn06zWtzgg&url=http://reviews.cnet.com/iphone-5c-rumors/ | |||
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Friday 23 August 2013
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