New iPhone 3 rumors a day ahead of WWDC

By Hercules Kataveli, B2P
Published on Sunday June 7, 2009 at 2:06 pm ET
Updated 03-12-10, 2:16 am ET

Update: Engadget is reporting live from the event. See the live-blog for complete coverage.

There are more next-generation iPhone feature rumors swirling now just one day ahead of WWDC, where it is expected Apple will unveil the new iPhone.

It is rumored the new iPhone will be slimmer, more sleek, and include a larger screen (16:9) that would take up most of the space of the phone. The only problem with this rumor is that the thousands of iPhone apps that are not based on that resolution would need to be altered.

We can now also confirm that the new iPhone 3 will have complete support for geo-location services, including support within Safari. This means various apps such as Google’s location sharing app Google Latitude will now work on the iPhone. A new enhanced Google Maps iPhone version will also be released.

 Another apparent leak published by iPhoneClub indicates five codename iPhone models labeled “iPhone 2009″ in a T-Mobile Netherlands database.

The codenames published includes:
Apple – iPhone 2009 (NTB)
Apple – iPhone 2009 16 GB BK (including WT)
Apple – iPhone 2009 32 GB BK (including WT)

Note: BK is denoted for black, WT is for white.

The Financial Times today confirmed our earlier report that Apple would release a cheaper version of the iPhone at WWDC, citing sources familiar with the matter. They say Apple will introduce either a $149 iPhone or a $99 iPhone. The cheapest iPhone currently available from AT&T is priced at $199 with a term.

The Guardian on Friday noted the next-generation iPhone would also work as a modem. The previous versions did have support to function as a modem, but the feature was blocked by the mobile operators. It is unclear if the operators will continue to block the function.

One of the most interesting and much await rumored features is video chat. It is believed the new iPhone will have a front facing camera for chat via a mobile version of Apple’s iChat app.

Other iPhone 3 feature rumors that we have already reported include a 3.2MP camera, WiFi 802.11n, longer battery life, improved and larger OLED display, up to 32 GB storage, digital compass, among other features.

Apple is expected to announce the new iPhone with complete details tomorrow at WWDC 2009.

tag TAGS: , ,
               
Short URL: https://business2press.com?p=3530
Recommended:
b2p Ensure that you follow us on Twitter and Like us on Facebook
Hercules holds a B.Comm Finance from Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) level 3 candidate. He was previously a contributor at FiLife, a finance website owned by Dow Jones and IAC. Write to [email protected]
checkmark
We are perfectly committed to the highest ethical and professional codes of conduct and standards in the industry on a firm wide basis. Learn more about us, our contributors, and our governance
b2p
We encourage you to comment. Comments are moderated. Comments that are abusive, off-topic, have marginal substance, or include promotional content will be removed. We cannot facilitate requests to edit or remove comments, or explain moderation decisions
  • http://www.theiphonedevelopers.co.uk/ iPhone App Developers

    That is huge! The iphone working as a modem is absolutly killer! ah another upgrade again (you are killing my apple

  • http://www.theiphonedevelopers.co.uk/ iPhone App Developers

    That is huge! The iphone working as a modem is absolutly killer! ah another upgrade again (you are killing my apple

  • http://www.theiphonedevelopers.co.uk/ iPhone App Developers

    That is huge! The iphone working as a modem is absolutly killer! ah another upgrade again (you are killing my apple

  • http://www.theiphonedevelopers.co.uk/ iPhone App Developers

    That is huge! The iphone working as a modem is absolutly killer! ah another upgrade again (you are killing my apple

  • http://www.theiphonedevelopers.co.uk/ iPhone App Developers

    That is huge! The iphone working as a modem is absolutly killer! ah another upgrade again (you are killing my apple

  • johnny5

    I just love me the iphone.

    You gotta check this out too, it's called an Electronic Cigarette The government and tobacco companies are trying to make it illegal, so we gotta spread the word.

  • http://appstoreicons.com/ App Store Icons

    I CAN'T WAIT.

    I have been using an online version of the iPhone and I really like the iPhone interface so much that I am going to get one. But I figured I better wait till the new one came out.

    Can't wait till tomorrow!

  • http://appstoreicons.com/ App Store Icons

    I CAN'T WAIT.

    I have been using an online version of the iPhone and I really like the iPhone interface so much that I am going to get one. But I figured I better wait till the new one came out.

    Can't wait till tomorrow!

  • http://appstoreicons.com/ App Store Icons

    I CAN'T WAIT.

    I have been using an online version of the iPhone and I really like the iPhone interface so much that I am going to get one. But I figured I better wait till the new one came out.

    Can't wait till tomorrow!

  • http://appstoreicons.com/ App Store Icons

    I CAN'T WAIT.

    I have been using an online version of the iPhone and I really like the iPhone interface so much that I am going to get one. But I figured I better wait till the new one came out.

    Can't wait till tomorrow!

  • http://appstoreicons.com/ App Store Icons

    I CAN'T WAIT.

    I have been using an online version of the iPhone and I really like the iPhone interface so much that I am going to get one. But I figured I better wait till the new one came out.

    Can't wait till tomorrow!

  • http://touch-arcade.com/ Touch Arcade

    No, Interactive iPhone is the name of the new iPhone.

    So whoever has that domain name is probably going to get a big check or be sued by Apple.

  • http://touch-arcade.com/ Touch Arcade

    No, Interactive iPhone is the name of the new iPhone.

    So whoever has that domain name is probably going to get a big check or be sued by Apple.

  • http://touch-arcade.com/ Touch Arcade

    No, Interactive iPhone is the name of the new iPhone.

    So whoever has that domain name is probably going to get a big check or be sued by Apple.

  • http://touch-arcade.com/ Touch Arcade

    No, Interactive iPhone is the name of the new iPhone.

    So whoever has that domain name is probably going to get a big check or be sued by Apple.

  • http://touch-arcade.com/ Touch Arcade

    No, Interactive iPhone is the name of the new iPhone.

    So whoever has that domain name is probably going to get a big check or be sued by Apple.

  • philly387

    I am absolutely loving the new iPhone that came out. I just had to purchase it the day it came out and love every bit of it. I actually bought that instead of the Cubic Zirconia I was going to buy. Tough choice.

  • ashokeban

    Wonderful Article! I have bookmarked this page and I love to share this with my friends and circle of influence.

    Online Casino

  • ashokeban

    I went through your post and it looks great.Thanks for this post as we expect many of these to come when we surf huge blog comment.Achievements and Experiance are the things that should be the content of the blog and your posting I must say is awesome.

    Sell Junk Car

Business 2.0 Press publishes exclusive business tech news and analysis covering start-ups to large-caps from Bay & Wall streets since 2008 from a group of highly knowledgeable industry professionals that abide by the toughest industry codes of conduct and professional standards lightMore

lightAdd value by subscribing (RSS)

HEADLINES

FEATURED

logo
StockFractions.com has the most stock ratios for public companies. Get the most comprehensive micro insight on public firms available on the web, all for free.
Stock Fractionsgo

title
Colon cancer is one of the leading causes of death. Irrespective of family history, everyone is exposed to the risk. About 90% of colon cancer cases begin from non-cancerous tumors, polyps, which could form in the large bowel. Screening with a colonoscopy will painlessly remove any polyps hence almost entirely reducing your risk of developing the horrible disease. The good news is that about 90% of colon cancer cases are preventable through a simple (yes, simple) colonoscopy.
Learn moreatom
Public service message from Business 2.0 Press