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Apple could introduce the iPhone 12 series as early as September. But when exactly will the devices go on sale? New clues suggest possible delays.
Currently, some observers believe that the launch of the new iPhone 12 series could be delayed until October or November due to supply bottlenecks. The four devices are said to go on sale at different times. Now Qualcomm may have confirmed the reports, as The Verge explainedThe semiconductor manufacturer announced its third-quarter results and also revealed its expectations for Q4. The company said it expects the delay of a 5G flagship phone to impact fourth-quarter shipments.
iPhone 12: Presentation in September, sales start in October?
Side note: Qualcomm's fourth quarter includes sales for the months of July, August and September. Qualcomm's fiscal year begins on October 1st and ends on September 30th. Although the company did not name any customers, it is not difficult to identify possible candidates. This is where Apple clearly comes into play. In addition to Qualcomm, the newcomer among the leakers, Jon Prosser, has also made a hint via Twitter The article states that the iPhone 12 and new iPad models will launch in October. The most likely scenario is that the presentation of the devices will take place in September will take place while the sales launch will be spread over October and possibly even November. A staggered sales launch would not be new. Apple already took a similar approach in 2017 and 2018. (Image: svetapple.sk)
