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I had to say it!

Only because my phone is currently on a contract, and I didn't want to end the contract to get the iPhone 4. But my plan is to get the iPhone 5... when it's released.

Do people think Apple are already working on it? What features could be expected?

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A quick historical update and practical notes for anyone who landed on this thread years after the original posts: Apple officially unveiled the iPhone 5 on September 12, 2012 and it went on sale in the first wave on September 21, 2012 (iOS 6 arrived for supported devices on September 19). (apple.com) (Apple press release).

What changed from the 4/4S: the iPhone 5 used a taller 4.0" Retina display (1136 x 640), an Apple A6 chip, a much thinner anodized aluminum body, and support for LTE — plus Apple replaced the 30‑pin dock with the new Lightning connector. (apple.com) (tech specs). It also moved to the nano‑SIM form factor, so keep in mind carriers had to issue new SIMs for older customers. (support.apple.com)

On FaceTime: and were right to flag the Wi‑Fi limitation on older iPhones — Apple added FaceTime over cellular with iOS 6, but carriers initially controlled access (some required new data plans or limited the feature before expanding support). If FaceTime over cellular is important, check carrier policy for the device and time period. (macrumors.com) (MacRumors roundup on FaceTime over cellular).

Short practical checklist for upgrading from a 4/4S: back up to iCloud or iTunes; confirm your carrier will provide a nano‑SIM; expect to buy a Lightning-to-30‑pin adapter if you use legacy accessories; check case/skin compatibility (the body and port moved); and verify LTE band support if you rely on a specific carrier or region. For exact band and spec details, consult Apple’s iPhone 5 technical page. (support.apple.com) (iPhone 5 specs).

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Member Avatar for 2010MAVRIK

I don't think Apple will launch its iphone5 so soon, iphone4 has just arrived in the market and its not been so older.

Member Avatar for remarkablyso

The time between announcements of new products is getting smaller and smaller... for Apple in particular. I think they'll announce a new model as early as next year.

Member Avatar for webstax

They are working on it for sure, though I heard the iPhone 4 White ersion has been nixed due to color matching issues. The iPhone 5 has to do some great things though. Why is it that 4 only lets you do facetime with Wifi only yet the HTC phones can do it off the network? Bad move Apple..

Member Avatar for johnwords

i got a iphone4 from my friend on my birthday .i like it very much it is really good for use and contains many wonderful functions
i don't think the iphone5 will be launched soon but i am looking forwards it

Member Avatar for sophieharris

its gonna take a long time to release iphone4 because its not challenged yet

Member Avatar for raffaello tamag

hope they launch iPhone 5 soon since the 4 really is not that good as I expectd from an apple product

Member Avatar for foo_fighter

The whole iPhone concept is becoming pretty commonplace now that other brands have caught up. The only real improvement of the iPhone over the other brands of phones out there is the more apps and better styling. Plus the iPhone 4 didn't really improve much over 3GS, so I think Mac is going to wait until they can blow away the competitors before they release 5. Plus, I may be wrong but I'm thinking the whole facetime only with WiFi was AT&T's doing as their wireless network couldn't support the massive amounts of data.

Member Avatar for janellelk

Wanted to bump this thread because I heard the iPhone 5 is going to be release sometime in May/June? Is this correct? My office is buzzing with excitement!

Member Avatar for jingda

When iphone 5 is release i doubt that there will be new features, maybe just an upgraded version of the iphone 4. Well i am an apple fan so might contain my excitement for now until iphone 5 release, i just don't want to be disspointed when there are no new features although i am prepare for it. about when iphone 5 will release it will be release maybe in the mid year or maybe delayed by a month. After hearing this, my friends are all also buzzing with excitement.

Member Avatar for camera2000

I am waiting for iphone5 now,soon it will be launched.

Member Avatar for professor123

They might be working on it because this is usually top secret and the name might not be iphone 5!

Member Avatar for d1lu5ion

There are rumors of it being released sometime in 2012

Member Avatar for janejackson87

Expecting a feature that never try other company before.

Member Avatar for blackjames

Apple iPhone 4S is good device but as iPhone 4 user I don't think I am going to buy iPhone 4 only for siri. I am waiting for iPhone 5 which will come with 4G/LTE support.

Member Avatar for Ailee

I think in few days we can get i phone 5 in the market.I already have a iphone 4 but anxiously waitng for 5.

Member Avatar for ashley202

Can't wait for Iphone5 also,
still, I think they will wait for at least few months more to see how people react on 4S version...
So my prediction is that it'll come between April and July

Member Avatar for pastpapers

Apple does not reveal the exact specifications and features until the device is officially unveiled and hope they launch Iphone5 Soon.

Member Avatar for irfansweb

iphone 5 should be released soon because if Apple want to remain in market then it should release iphone 5 with better specs than samsung Galaxy

Member Avatar for sadiaali

expecting soon but me want to buy iphone 4s but me in pak nd there is heavy cost about this model,,,,,,

Member Avatar for creditcard333

First thing is attracking me is a new design to the iPhone 5. The iPhone 5 could be thinner than the iPhone 4S and second is having a bigger display. Just as the iPhone 4 and iPhone 4S were given fast processors, it appears that the iPhone 5 will also get a faster processor.

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