Ever since last year, we’ve been hearing persistent rumors about Apple working on an “all-glass” 20th anniversary iPhone, due to be launched next year, which is, incidentally, the 20th anniversary of the original iPhone This mythical device has taken all kinds of shapes in the rumor mill – it was all-glass, or it had a quad-curved screen
This mythical device has taken all kinds of shapes in the rumor mill – it was all-glass, or it had a quad-curved screen.
It was also supposedly devoid of any buttons, maybe even ports.
Even the Dynamic Island was gone in some rumors. Today a new rumor from Jefferies analyst Edison Lee claims that the all-glass iPhone is dead. Apparently, Apple's supply chain told him that.
Jefferies today became the latest firm to cut Appleโs stock price target in recent days, citing supply chain checks that suggest Apple has scrapped plans for a rumored all-glass iPhone expected to mark the deviceโs 20th anniversary next year.
The practical impact will sharpen as the details above are confirmed by follow-up coverage, real-world use, and official documentation.
What to watch:
- pricing and availability details
- official confirmation and technical details
Information compiled from GSMArena, 9to5Mac.
Why This Matters
What changed: This mythical device has taken all kinds of shapes in the rumor mill – it was all-glass, or it had a quad-curved screen. The development is getting attention โ at least 2 independent outlets have covered it. For apple readers, iPhone, iPad, Mac, and iOS users should watch compatibility, rollout timing, app support, and whether the change is limited to newer hardware.
Chuckyโs Analysis
The most concrete part of this story is that Jefferies today became the latest firm to cut Appleโs stock price target in recent days, citing supply chain checks that suggest Apple has scrapped plans for a rumored all-glass iPhone expected to mark the deviceโs 20th anniversary next.
With 2 outlets carrying the story, the core facts are likelier to hold, but details still vary between accounts โ which is why the differences matter as much as the headline.
The open question for apple readers is how the story develops in independent, verifiable follow-ups.
The signal to watch is pricing and availability details.
Key Takeaways
- What we know: ever since last year, we've been hearing persistent rumors about Apple working on an "all-glass" 20th anniversary iPhone, due to be launched next year, which is, incidentally, the 20th anniversary of the original iPhone.
- What it means for you: iPhone, iPad, Mac, and iOS users should watch compatibility, rollout timing, app support, and whether the change is limited to newer hardware.
- What to watch next: pricing and availability details; official confirmation and technical details.
Sources
This article was compiled from the following independent reporting:
Links direct readers to the original coverage so claims can be checked directly.
Conclusion
In short: ever since last year, we've been hearing persistent rumors about Apple working on an "all-glass" 20th anniversary iPhone, due to be launched next year, which is, incidentally, the 20th anniversary of the original iPhone. Watch for pricing and availability details; official confirmation and technical details before drawing conclusions about real-world impact.
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