“A couple of weeks ago, I detailed how it seemed like Apple was getting ready to split its iPhone lineup. With reports suggesting that the company will provide different features for different new phone models, I suggested that this move could be well timed,” Bill Maurer writes for Seeking Alpha. “Given the newest set of reports we have on the company’s plans for the iPhone 7, Apple may do more than I originally was expecting.”
“Apple could be launching three new models, the 7, the 7 Plus, and the 7 Pro/Premium,” Maurer writes. “Apple would essentially launch four new iPhone models this year when including the SE. If Apple does go this route with three models of the 7, it will be interesting to see the screen sizes. Do the Plus and Pro/Premium models have the same display size but just different features, or will the top of the line model be even larger?”
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MacDailyNews Take: Yes, as we wrote yesterday, “Apple seems to be moving to more clearly differentiate iPhone models, based upon much more than just screen size. That’s a smart move that will not only help sell more units, but also keep ASPs healthy as those who can afford it (along with those who weren’t planning to, but who will get upsold) are going to want the flagship iPhone with all of the bells and whistles!”
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