It's official: the first phone in Apple's new iPhone device line will be the iPhone 7. The rumour mills claim that it'll be called the "ice" and have a "brand new look." Apple is said to be focusing on an industrial design theme with the iPhone. It's not clear whether this refers to a change in style or simply the change in hardware.

Some have speculated that the first phone in Apple's lineup won't be a smartphone. Instead, it will be a tablet computer. This is the theory behind some of the so-called "I Device" rumours circulating the internet. However, it seems more likely that the first phone in Apple's lineup will be the larger screen/tablet hybrid i Phone. As we'll see in later articles, there is every reason why Apple would want to position the iPhone as more of an Apple laptop than a smartphone.

In the meantime, Apple focuses on its two primary selling points: the camera and the interface. Rumours are pointing to either the iPhone 6s or the a14 bionic silicon chip as the phone's camera's primary hardware. It's expected that this chip will utilize the same features like the cameras on the iPhone 4 and the iPod Touch, including Touch controls, an internal flash, the hardware for 3G connectivity, and possibly an OIS camera mode. Some reports also indicate that Apple's lineup's first phone will use Sony Ericsson's "peria UI" interface. Although this hasn't been confirmed, it seems like a good bet.


Other rumours suggest that the first phone in Apple's lineup will sport a full-fledged design similar to that of the iPhone and iPod Touch. However, it's also said that the company is aiming high with its first smartphone, and it may come in the form of a mini-PC with cellular connectivity, a powerful personal digital assistant, and possibly even Wi-Fi for internet access. There's also talk that the first phone in Apple's lineup will sport a large, 6.2-inch widescreen display. No matter what it looks like, it's said that we'll be seeing a lot of new hardware and software coming down the line.

If you're wondering what all of this means for you, keep in mind that the first phone in Apple's lineup will be packed with cutting edge technology. Not only will it be packed with great hardware, but it'll also sport some great applications. Applications designed by big names in the industry, like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft are lining up for exclusive rights to the software. As well, a host of third-party applications will be available to download for free off of the internet. Not bad, if you ask me.

In addition to all of these applications, the first phone in Apple's lineup will also sport an eye-catching design. Remember when the iPhone was introduced, and people were absolutely crazy over it? Well, the "iPod" has taken the idea to a whole new level. With sleek metal antibodies, rounded curves, and slick hardware, the new iPhone is more than just an iPhone.

The next step up from the iPhone may come in the iPhone 6 or the new iPhone 6S. Unlike the iPhone 5c, which sports only a single camera, this newest phone will feature two. This is ideal for those that need more than one way to take a picture. If you want to do things like capture photos and videos, you'll need a computer with a built-in camera. The iPhone 6S will most likely sport an 8-megapixel camera, much higher than its predecessors' pixel count.

Finally, the iPhone 6S Plus will sport yet another software upgrade for the first phone in Apple's lineup: iOS 9. This is a significant update and one that could drastically improve the experience of using your new phone. Here are some features to expect in the new operating system: