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German industrial designer Jonas Daehnert came up with this impressive-looking concept (pictured) by marrying design elements of the Apple Watch Ultra with a smaller imagined iPhone Pro model, which he describes as “12mm+ thick – the Ultra concept.”
Like Apple’s more rugged Apple Watch, Daehnert’s titanium iPhone chassis features rounded edges with a flat upper rim that sits flush with the display. Elsewhere, there are protruding Side and Volume Up/Down buttons reminiscent of the watch’s crown guard. The extra thickness of the chassis presumes a larger internal battery.
Other aspects of the Ultra design language that have been adopted for Daehnert’s concept include a ruggedized Ring/Silent switch, a programmable Action button on the lower-left side, and a USB-C port located on the bottom with identical “International Orange” accent, sat in between expanded speaker grilles.
“I have no idea about all the leaks,” Daehnert admitted when sharing the concept on Twitter. “It was just an exercise to see if it’s possible to adapt the Watch Ultra design language.”
Apple has discussed selling a new top-of-the-line iPhone alongside the Pro and Pro Max models in 2024 at the earliest, according to Bloomberg‘s Mark Gurman. Based on this timeframe, the device would be part of the iPhone 16 lineup or later.
Gurman previously said there was “potential” for an iPhone 15 Ultra that would replace the iPhone 15 Pro Max this year, but he has since revised that prediction, suggesting Apple might release an even higher-end “Ultra” model above both Pro variants by next year at the earliest.
Gurman speculated that the device could feature additional camera improvements, a faster chip, a larger display, and perhaps a portless design without Lightning or USB-C. He also said the device would be “pricier” than the iPhone 14 Pro Max, which starts at $1,099.
Separately, rumors suggest that iPhone 15 Pro models could feature thinner, curved bezels in comparison to the iPhone 14 Pro models, producing an Apple Watch-like appearance. Rather than stainless steel, the iPhone 15 Pro models are also rumored to use a titanium frame, like the Apple Watch Ultra. Titanium is lighter and more durable than stainless steel. It is, however, also more expensive.
This article, “‘iPhone Ultra’ Concept Envisions Apple’s Rumored Future Top-Tier Smartphone” first appeared on MacRumors.com
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This tiny device performs 8 smartphone functions, and it’s on sale for $39.95
TL;DR: As of Jan. 29, the WonderCube Pro All-in-One Mobile Keyring is on sale for $39.95 — that’s a 42% discount from its usual $70 MSRP.
The person who said that good things come in small packages has a point. A piece of chocolate, a snowflake, your tiny baby kitten. All these things are the epitome of cuteness and goodness, that’s why we learn to grow fond of them. Apparently, the human brain was designed to recognize tiny things as objects that bring happiness.
Another happiness-inducing thing? The WonderCube Pro. This tiny but mighty device may look like a futuristic piece of dice, but it’s actually a smart all-in-one solution that performs eight separate functions. For a limited time, you can get it on sale for 42% off.
The WonderCube Pro ends your perpetual dilemma of having to carry dongles and other mobile accessories when you’re out and about. Sure, it’s small, but it features a one-inch foldout flexible USB cord that extends to three inches, as well as a built-in gold-plated connector that delivers a quick charge. Compatible with all Android and Apple devices, it can pretty much charge any smartphone.
With a micro-suction cup, you can attach or detach it on the phone’s back panel for the best viewing angle, so you can also use it as a stand. It also comes with a built-in microSD card reader that supports up to 128GB of memory.
But wait, there’s more. The Wondercube Pro packs an LED torch, so it doubles as a backup flashlight in case your phone’s light runs kaput. Run out of battery? Simply grab a 9V battery to deliver a significant boost to your phone and enjoy up to 2 to 3 hours of talk time.
Good things come in small packages, indeed. The WonderCube Pro All-in-One Mobile Keyring normally retails for $70, but for a limited time, you can grab this nifty device for only $39.95.
Prices subject to change.
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