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Carriers Preparing for Launch of iPhone 12 Models With 5G Support

With the launch of so-called iPhone 12 models inching closer, mobile carriers are in the process of preparing marketing materials for the devices, as evidenced by a placeholder email shared by reputable leaker Evan Blass today.

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As widely rumored, the email indicates that iPhone 12 models will support faster 5G cellular networks. The email also suggests that pre-orders will end on Tuesday, October 20, and while it does look like iPhone 12 models won't be announced until next month, carriers are unlikely to be privy to any specific dates this far in advance.

Apple is expected to introduce four new smartphones, including the iPhone 12 in 5.4-inch and 6.1-inch sizes and the iPhone 12 Pro in 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch sizes. Rumors suggest that all of the devices will feature OLED displays, 5G support, and a new flat-edged design, while the Pro models are said to feature a LiDAR Scanner and a new dark blue color option.


In the meantime, Apple has announced that it will be holding a virtual event on Tuesday, September 15 at 10 a.m. Pacific Time that will reportedly be focused on new Apple Watch models and perhaps the rumored iPad Air 4 with slimmer bezels.

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Top Rated Comments

76 months ago
Mark my words, Apple will announce all iPhones in the next event with shipping set the following month or two.
Score: 26 Votes (Like | Disagree)
russell_314 Avatar
76 months ago

I can see the iPhone 12 keynote happening on October 13th and the actual launch on the 23rd.
I can see the keynote happening on September 15th at 10 AM PDT LOL
Score: 15 Votes (Like | Disagree)
LiE_ Avatar
76 months ago
I can see the marketing slogan now.

“5G, the fastest speeds, you’ll never get”
Score: 14 Votes (Like | Disagree)
76 months ago

Mark my words, Apple will announce all iPhones in the next event with shipping set the following month or two.
Sorry, but you are who again?
Score: 14 Votes (Like | Disagree)
TantalizedMind Avatar
76 months ago
Microsoft X-Cloud support or I don’t care! :mad:
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)
bowens Avatar
76 months ago
Unfortunately, it will probably be 10 years before 5G is available in my area
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)