Report: Even Apple Inc doubts iPhone 12 release

A decision should be made in May

March 26, 2020, 8:24 am Reading time: 1 minute

According to a report from Japan, Apple held several internal meetings to discuss the release of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro during the age of Corona Crisis. Therefore, it is difficult to hold the September 2020 release.

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Apple just launched the new MacBook Air and the new iPad Pro. Unusually, there is no such thing as a keynote speech. Instead, Apple updated its online store, sent out press releases, and used it to draw attention to new products. This is not an unusual procedure during a corona crisis. But what about the introduction of the iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro?

iPhone 12: Concept showcases "Snow Maiden Coffin" article Consistent The new iPhone 12 video shows the look of Apple's next smartphone with continuous glass and a hidden front camera. Only one detail raised the issue.

Recently, there have been positive signals in this regard. There have been many rumors that Apple's most important contract manufacturer, Foxconn, will start production at full speed again, and in the usual September window, no product will hinder the release. Now, the Japanese publication Nikkei reports that Apple itself is skeptical of the timely release of the next iPhone. The report says:

"Whatever the situation in the supply chain, Apple is concerned that the current situation will weaken customers' desire for the first iPhone to support 5G. They absolutely need iPhone 5G to succeed."
Nikkei

Apple is said to be closely monitoring Covid-19 in the US and Europe, and continues to discuss whether delaying sales is necessary and wise. The final decision may be made in May.

Nikkei writes that the development of new top-tier smartphones may also fall behind schedule as many Apple engineers are affected by global travel restrictions. You can find out what we know about iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max in the linked overview article.