Apple iPhone 5 expected November 21, but will it have NFC?

Phones4U representative reveals release date but iPhone 5 unlikely to feature near-field communication

BY: Chris Davies | Tue May 17, 2011
TAGS: A5, Apple, Bernstein Research, iPhone 4, iPhone 4S, iPhone 5, Near-Field Communication,NFC, Phones4U, smartphone

Apple's latest device likely to be similar in design to current iPhone 4

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After months and months of endless speculation, a release date for Apple’s latest iPhone looks to be finally confirmed. Although this rumour is by no means official, a customer sales representative from UK retailer Phones4U revealed that it is expecting a November release. Meanwhile, it has been reported that Apple will not include an RFID near-field communication chip in its fifth-generation iPhone.

RELEASE DATE

According to T3, the Phones4U representative said: “iPhone 5 has been delayed until November following an issue with the handset's software.” The release date would fit in with a rumoured September unveiling of Apple's latest mobile device, breaking its traditional annual summer release schedule.

However, analysts have recently predicted that the next generation handset will be called the iPhone 4S, as upgrades are more software based. While the iPhone 4S is likely to include Apple's dual-core 1GHz A5 processor the iPad, other radical hardware updates are less likely.

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NFC

Increasingly it seems, smartphone manufacturers are recognising the potential of near-field communication. However, Apple still seems tentative towards this

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BAE Systems is major contributor to UK economy

Oxford Economics and GeoEconomics reveal that defence company is key contributor to UK GDP, taxes, investments, R&D, and skills

BY: Chris Davies |
TAGS: BAE Systems, defence, economy, engineers, GDP, GeoEconomics, Ian King,Manufacturing, military, Oxford Economics, R&D, Supply Chain, troops

Typhoon Final Assembly Facility - BAE Systems, Warton

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Global defence and security company BAE Systems is a key contributor to the UK economy according to a report by two economic think-tanks. Oxford Economics and GeoEconomics revealed that BAE Systems, who design, develop and manufactureequipment and products for the defence industry, makes a major contribution to UK GDP, taxes, investment, R&D and skills.

The report showed that if the company maintains its research and development spending, the company could boost the UK's gross domestic production (GDP) by 1 percent over the next 12 years. In 2009, the company spent £900 million on R&D and made a direct contribution to the UK's GDP of £3.3 billion, delivering 4.9 billion pounds of goods and services in net exports.

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BAE Systems is the largest manufacturing-based employer in the UK and the country's largest single private sector employer of professional engineers with 18,000 staff in 2009. The study showed that BAE Systems' strategy in high value, high technology manufacturing and geographical footprint in the UK aligns strongly with government objectives to rebalance the country’s economy through the manufacturing industry.

BAE Systems manufacturing operations also have a significant knock-on effect to other industries. For every 10 jobs that BAE Systems create directly in the UK, another 12 are ....Read the rest of the article at:

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Apple iPhone 5: Details and rumours

Speculation over A5 processor, NFC technology and slimmer design

BY: Chris Davies |
TAGS: A5 processor, Apple, design, Google, iDealsChina, iOS 4.3, iPad 2, Iphone 3GS, iPhone 4,iPhone 5, iPod Nano, LTE, Manufacturing, Near Field Communication, Nexus S, NFC, screen

Leaked unofficial image of Apple iPhone 5

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First it was the iPad 2, however now technology fans around the world are turning their attention to Apple's iPhone 5 which looks set to be released later this year. Speculation and rumours are everywhere on the latest iPhone's design and technology specifications, whether it be information on processor ability or leaked pictures of the device itself. Manufacturing Digital takes a look at the latest developments of the Apple iPhone 5.

DESIGN

Leaked images of the iPhone 5 have appeared courtesy of iDealsChina, who previously released accurate designs of the 4th generation iPod Nano. The only real major physical difference is the screen, with the edges running even closer to the phone's main casing.

This latest image reinforces a recent leaked photo from the same source in China which showed the iPhone 5's bezel. Although not official, the picture also reveals the main design will stay the same and not have a curved back like the iPhone 3GS, however Apple may think about changing the frame and antenna due to widely publicised signal problems.

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TECHNOLOGY

It seems increasingly likely that the Apple iPhone 5 will use the A5 processor which was recently introduced in the iPad 2. Although this rumour is by no means official, Apple's recent iOS 4.3 software update coding mentioned 'N94AP', which would signify a yet-to-be-released iPhone based on previous device code names.

This may cause concern for Samsung however, as rumours suggest Apple will shift production of the iPhone 5 to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC).

CAPABILITY

Apple has apparently told several of the largest mobile operators in the UK to not expect near field communication (NFC) technology in the iPhone 5. NFC allows users to wave their phones at readers to make a connection and therefore make instant payments but ...Read the rest of the article at:

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Apple iPhone 5: Details and rumours

Speculation over A5 processor, NFC technology and slimmer design

BY: Chris Davies | Mon Mar 14, 2011
TAGS: A5 processor, Apple, design, Google, iDealsChina, iOS 4.3, iPad 2, Iphone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPhone 5, iPod Nano, LTE, Manufacturing, Near Field Communication, Nexus S, NFC, screen

Leaked unofficial image of Apple iPhone 5

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First it was the iPad 2, however now technology fans around the world are turning their attention to Apple's iPhone 5 which looks set to be released later this year. Speculation and rumours are everywhere on the latest iPhone's design and technology specifications, whether it be information on processor ability or leaked pictures of the device itself. Manufacturing Digital takes a look at the latest developments of the Apple iPhone 5.
DESIGN
Leaked images of the iPhone 5 have appeared courtesy of iDealsChina, who previously released accurate designs of the 4th generation iPod Nano. The only real major physical difference is the screen, with the edges running even closer to the phone's main casing.
This latest image reinforces a recent leaked photo from the same source in China which showed the iPhone 5's bezel. Although not official, the picture also reveals the main design will stay the same and not have a curved back like the iPhone 3GS, however Apple may think about changing the frame and antenna due to widely publicised signal problems.
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• Top motorcycle manufacturers in the world - Part 1
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TECHNOLOGY
It seems increasingly likely that the Apple iPhone 5 will use the A5 processor which was recently introduced in the iPad 2. Although this rumour is by no means official, Apple's recent iOS 4.3 software update coding mentioned 'N94AP', which would signify a yet-to-be-released iPhone based on previous device code names.
This may cause concern for Samsung however, as rumours suggest Apple will shift production of the iPhone 5 to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC).
CAPABILITY
Apple has apparently told several of the largest mobile operators in the ...Read the rest at:
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