Apple could soon release a buttonless iPhone 13. However, some rumors claimed that this could still change in the future, saying that the buttonless feature could arrive in future-gen iPhone models instead.
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On the other hand, Apple still hasn’t confirmed this detail yet. However, there’s a chance that the tech giant manufacturer could already be working on it as various sources acquired Apple’s new patent titled “Disappearing Button or Slider.”
In this new patent, Apple discussed how it will make iPhone’s physical controls as invisible as light.
“In the world of consumer devices, and particularly consumer electronics, there is an ever-present demand for improved appearance, improved functionality, and improved aesthetics,” said Apple.
“Industrial design has become a highly skilled profession that focuses on fulfilling this need for enhanced consumer product appearance, functionality, and aesthetics,” added the giant iPhone maker.
Apple’s iPhone 13 Will Have No Visible Buttons?
According to CNET’s latest report, Apple still hasn’t confirmed if the buttonless feature of the iPhone 13 will arrive before 2021 ends, or this upcoming 2022.
On the other hand, some tech critics and experts claim that Apple could integrate its fingerprint scanner into iPhone 13. This will replace the device’s physical reader so that a new scanner could hide under the smartphone’s screen.
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They added that Apple would likely do this since it is the most practical way to make an iPhone buttonless.
Back in 2016, Apple removed the headphone jack of the iPhone 7.
Now, Apple is rumored to be removing iPhone 13’s Lightning port so that it could become the company’s first-ever completely portless device. Since this is the case, they added that Apple would also likely make it buttonless.
However, the newly leaked patent could also be used for other Apple products, such as the iPad. Right now, the best thing you can do as a consumer is to wait for the company’s further announcements before making any conclusion.
iPhone 13’s Unit Production Has Increased!
HypeBeast reported that Apple has increased its iPhone 13 production because of the huge consumer demand. The tech giant manufacturer announced that it has increased the number of units by 20%.
Thanks to the company’s efforts, fans could expect around 90 million units to be shipped by the end of 2021.
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