Here are the latest Apple rumors from the blogosphere:
“Apple has apparently been cutting back on DRAM and NAND chip orders from Samsung and is looking to other makers to supply memory for the next iPhone model. The chips are used in the iPhone, iPad and iPod touch and typically Apple needs as many as it can get for new iPhone launches.” — “The Mac Observer” (www.macobserver.com)
“Get ready, because the iMacs are coming. I’ve been hoping for an iMac update and it looks like my wish is about to come true! Multiple sources tell me that a new lineup of desktop machines from Apple is imminent.” — “Fox News” (http://macte.ch/CN6YK)
“Industry sources claim Apple has cut orders for Samsung memory modules to be used in its upcoming next-generation iPhone, saying the first batch of handsets widely expected to launch on Sept. 21 following Sept. 12 debut, will not carry chips made by the South Korean company.” — “AppleInsider” (www.appleinsider.com)
“MacRumors has received word that FedEx is making preparations for a “surge volume” event during the period of September 21-24, coinciding with rumors of an iPhone launch in the United States and several other countries on Friday, September 21. While neither Apple nor the iPhone 5 has been specifically mentioned as the source of the surge for FedEx, the iPhone 5 is expected to be introduced at next Wednesday’s media event, and a launch nine days later would be in line with several past product debuts.” — “MacRumors” (www.macrumors.com)
“A report on Thursday claims a Virgin Australia passenger using an iPhone running iOS 6 beta was prompted to save a digital boarding pass to Passbook, hinting that air carriers are readying support for Apple’s forthcoming organization app for coupons, membership and other barcode-based assets.” — “AppleInsider” (www.appleinsider.com)
“Apple Inc.’s next iPhone will work on the fastest wireless networks around the world—including in the U.S., Europe and Asia—though it is unlikely to be available on every carrier, people familiar with the matter said.” — “The Wall Street Journal” (http://macte.ch/sdiL1)
