Today, the rumor mill surrounding new Apple products is bubbling like never before. Now there is a report that four iPhone models could be released in fall 2020.
JPMorgan analyst Samik Chatterjee has published another forecast relating to the next iPhone generation. All upcoming models are expected to have 5G connectivity. He believes that Apple will introduce a 5.4-inch iPhone, two 6.1-inch devices and a 6.7-inch iPhone. In terms of sizes, his statements are in line with previous reports from Bloomberg and other sources. However, two 6.1-inch iPhone models are new in this case. However, Chatterjee has an explanation for his forecast. According to him, Apple could introduce two high-end models in sizes 6.1 and 6.7 inches as well as two cheaper models with 5.4 and 6.1 inches. The report states:
The 2020 lineup will include all OLED phones with screen sizes of 5.4″ (one model), 6.1″ (two), and 6.7″ (one), expanding the screen size range from 5.8″ to 6.5″ in 2019. We expect the two higher models (one 6.1″, one 6.7″) to include mmWave support, triple camera, and 3D sensing while the lower models (one 6.1″, one 5.4″) will only support sub-6 GHz and dual camera (no 3D sensor).
Samik Chatterjee
This means that two of the iPhone models could have the new 3D camera and improved 5G connectivity (mmWave), while the two cheaper models will only be equipped with a dual camera and a slightly slower 5G chip (sub-6 GHz). Although the sub-6 GHz is slower than the mmWave 5G technology, it has a greater range.
mmWave technology requires two antennas
Since mmWave is faster but has a shorter range, this technology is more intended for large cities or urban areas. Rumor has it that Apple plans to use Qualcomm's X55 modem in all 2020 models. This chip supports both mmWave and sub-6GHz. However, the mmWave models are to receive an additional antenna in order to be able to offer mmWave support. It remains to be seen whether Chatterjee will be right with his claim. At the moment, he is alone with his prediction of four iPhone models in autumn 2020. This may change in the next few weeks or months. (Photo by mariakray / Bigstockphoto)
