We have been hearing a number of rumors that the iPhone 5 will launch at the end of September or the start of October. Earlier today, we heard that Pegatron, who is rumored to be producing the iPhone 5 for Apple, along with Foxconn, would start shipping the device to Apple in September.
Now, according to the Guardian’s Charles Arthur, Apple has sent out the iPhone 5 to mobile carriers for testing, and apparently, the iPhone 5 units are being tested under a fair amount of secrecy at the mobile carriers.
The next iPhones go for their testing inside locked and sealed boxes so that the carriers can carry out checks on their network compatibility in their labs. It’s very high security, as you could guess; my understanding is that barely anyone inside the carriers gets to open those boxes, and even when they do, the hardware is encased in a dummy body which means there’s no clue to what the actual phone will do.
Secrecy and Security Measures
The level of secrecy surrounding the iPhone 5 testing is not surprising given Apple’s history of maintaining tight control over its product launches. This high level of security ensures that no leaks occur, which could potentially spoil the surprise and give competitors an edge. The locked and sealed boxes, along with the dummy bodies, are measures to prevent any unauthorized personnel from getting a glimpse of the new device. This practice is consistent with Apple’s previous launches, where similar security protocols were observed.
Carrier Testing and Network Compatibility
It would make sense that the mobile carriers are testing out the iPhone 5 if it is expected to launch at the end of September or the start of October. Carrier testing is a crucial step in the launch process as it ensures that the new device is compatible with various network standards and can deliver optimal performance to users. This phase involves rigorous testing of the phone’s ability to handle different network conditions, data speeds, and connectivity issues. By the time the iPhone 5 hits the market, it will have undergone extensive testing to ensure a seamless user experience.
Source The Guardian, Ubergizmo
The above photo is of an iPhone 5 concept design and not the actual iPhone 5.
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