In a normal year, Apple would have already announced and started shipping the latest iPhone models, but this isn't a normal year[1]. Instead, Apple still held its annual September event[2] where the company announced new Apple Watch and iPad models, but no iPhone. And now we know that Apple will hold an event on Oct. 13[3], just as rumors had claimed, where the company is expected to announce the new iPhones.
In fact, it looks like we might see up to four new iPhone models[4] released with shipping dates as late as November. The phones themselves will be faster, have improved cameras, and include 5G.
Also: Apple iPhone 12 event: How to watch and what to expect[5]
Below we've rounded up all of the leaks and rumors we could find, but keep in mind until Apple actually announces the new iPhone, any and all of the information covered below can change.
What will the new iPhone be called?
- One has to assume iPhone 12, right?
Other than skipping the iPhone 9 and going with iPhone X[6], Apple hasn't made it a habit of mixing up the naming schema for the iPhone lineup. Last year, we saw the iPhone 11[7], and this year, we expect we'll see the iPhone 12.
What really matters is what comes after the number, which this year, it looks like it's going to get somewhat confusing but also more streamlined based on the number of models.
How many models will there be this year?
- There could be up to four new models this year
- Two "regular" models, and two