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Apple may have been obliged to tweak its springtime product launch plans, but the tech giant might soon surprise fans with the announcement of two iPhone 9 models. The widely rumored entry-level device, also commonly called iPhone SE 2, has allegedly entered mass production it time for a summer release.
iPhone 9 specs, models: Entry-level device to arrive in 2 variants, report claims
Rumors about Apple’s next mid-range smartphone started in the latter months of 2019, and more insider reports emerged in recent months. But what is only being reported now is that iPhone 9 would be having a Plus version.
9To5Mac claims to have uncovered a piece of evidence from an iOS 14 code that points to the release of an iPhone 9 Plus model. Not much is known about the larger device, but it is safe to assume that it would resemble some design specifications of the iPhone 8 Plus.
In previous months, tech reporters have started making the case for the upcoming device to be named iPhone 9 instead of iPhone SE 2. The upcoming smartphone has been reported to sport the same form factor as iPhone 8 that has also shed light on its other potential features. This might also apply to the iPhone 9 Plus model, which could mean it has a physical home button and a 5.5-inch screen while the base version has a 4.7-inch display.
With the iPhone 9 expected to have a physical home button and a budget-friendly price tag, it is very likely to depend on Touch ID for its authentication feature. The iPhone 9 series would still be an upgrade from the iPhone 8 series as it is anticipated to be powered by the A13 Bionic chip.
iPhone 9 release date: Mass production begins in time for a launch in June?
Apple was initially rumored to announce the iPhone 9 this month, along with other new products. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to close indefinitely and large events to be canceled. The latter might have applied in Apple’s case.
Meanwhile, well-known leaker Jon Prosser reported on Wednesday that the mass production of the iPhone 9 has just started. Apple also reportedly “spread out production” to various assembly plants to “move faster” suggesting that the device could be launched very soon.
iPhone 9 has just entered mass production.
— Jon Prosser (@jon_prosser) March 18, 2020
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Some fans are speculating that the iPhone 9 might be included in the Worldwide Developers Conference announcements in June. However, it is also not impossible for Apple to release the device as early as April or May through a simple web refresh and press release just like it did for the new iPad Pro this week.
