Reuters has confirmed that Apple will switch to a 19-pin dock connector for its next-generation handset. By reducing the port’s size, the company will be able to move the headphone jack into a more convenient position, to the bottom of the device.
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Although Apple’s plans for a full-featured TV set remain largely speculation stemming from an occasional comment made by Steve Jobs, several major television makers are reportedly teaming up to defend the market from the California tech giant’s invasion.
Particularly, LG and TPV are rumored to be forming alliances with each other and possibly even looking for additional partners. According to DigiTimes, Chinese TV companyChanghong has also joined forces with other industry players and is planning to upgrade its offerings with a cloud-based interface within three years.
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Apple will rumoredly build an additional, smaller facility next to its massive North Carolina data center. The new 21,030-square-foot building featuring 11 rooms and costing $1,885,129 is described as “tactical” and said to store just some bunches of servers.
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According to new tips from the Chinese supply chain, the sixth-generation iPhone has finally hit the production line. Japanese website MacOtakara refers to the handset as “iPhone 5” and claims the device may feature minor design changes from components purportedly leaked in May.
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The Chinese website MyDrivers.com claims the long-rumored 7.85-inch iPad will be as thin as the second-generation tablet. The machine translation also suggests Apple will improve the battery life of the upcoming device. According to the report, the so-called ‘iPad mini’ will sport a Sharp-made IGZO display optimized for a pixel density of 330 ppi.
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