Market analyst Ming-Chi Kuo earlierPoint out, the standard iPhone and two iPhone Pro models have become the main products purchased by consumers in the market, but the iPhone Plus model only accounts for 5-10% of the total shipments, so Apple may replace it with the rumored "Slim" model next.
However, the "Slim" model is not expected to be unveiled until the iPhone 2025 series is launched in 17. At the same time, its product positioning is to tap into the potential user market with a brand-new design, so it is not the successor model to the iPhone Plus.
The "Slim" model may be equipped with a 2740-inch display with a resolution of 1260 x 6.6, and will also be equipped with dynamic island design and other features. The processor uses A19, and the main camera on the back will only be equipped with a single wide-angle lens. The frame will be made of titanium-aluminum alloy.
In addition, the "Slim" model may also become aApple's self-made 5G data chip productsHowever, the first product to use this data chip is still likely to be the new iPhone SE expected to be launched in 2025. This product may also be expected to use processor specifications equivalent to those used in iPhone Pro-level products in response to the upcoming "Apple Intelligence" service.
If Apple successfully launches its own 5G networking data chip, it will be able to further break away from the need to rely on Qualcomm's technology supply, but it may still have to pay Qualcomm for related technology patents.
As for 2026, Apple may also launch its first foldable mobile phone product, and it is expected toA foldable phone with a vertical screen similar to the Samsung Galaxy Z FlipCreated to change the traditional upright mobile phone usage experience.
