Even with supply chain issues still popping up, Apple’s suppliers have begun shipping components for iPhone 14 models, the new handheld being expected to launch in September as usual. Per DigiTimes, it’s thought that components are being shipped to manufacturers like Foxconn for final assembly of iPhone 14 models over the next few months.
“Component suppliers have kicked off their shipments for the next-generation iPhone series slated for launch in September, according to industry sources,” wrote DigiTimes, in a paywalled preview of a report that should be published in full by tomorrow.
The rumor mill has suggested that a number of big changes are en route for the iPhone 14, including the notch being replaced by a new pill-shaped cutout and hole housing Face ID sensors and the front camera. It’s that that the iPhone 14 models will include a faster A16 chip as well as an upgraded 48-megapixel rear camera lens with support for 8K video recording, while standard iPhone 14 models are said to retain the A15 chip and a 12-megapixel lens.
The full lineup is expected to consist of the 6.1-inch iPhone 14, 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Max, 6.1-inch iPhone 14 Pro, and 6.7-inch iPhone 14 Pro Max, with the 5.4-inch mini model set to be discontinued. Improvements to the standard iPhone 14 models could include increased RAM, an upgraded front camera with autofocus, and Wi-Fi 6E support.
Stay tuned for additional details as they become available.