An array of bloggers and technology commenters are already accepting these mainstream media accounts as confirmation of the long-rumored big-screened phone.

The unsupported conviction or hope that Apple would create bigger iPhones has burned bright for over a year. Many expected that what turned out to be iPhone 4S would have a larger screen, but it kept the 3.5-inch display. Android-based phones from rivals such as Samsung come in a variety of diagonally measured screen sizes, many much larger than the iPhone’s 3.5-inch display. The Samsung Galaxy Note has a 5.3-inch screen, for example.

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A close look at the stories by The Wall Street Journal and Reuters reveals that they, too, rest on a thin foundation. Despite their length, both actually add very little detail about the purported big screen iPhone. And both use almost identical language to describe their sources: “people familiar with the matter” and “people familiar with the situation.”

The next iPhone is “likely to have a larger display than its current models have, with the company ordering bigger screens from its Asian suppliers, people familiar with the matter said,” according to the Journal. “The new screens measure at least 4 inches diagonally, the people said. … Production is set to begin next month, the people said.”

If the production schedule is correct, that would suggest the phones will be released, if not announced, later in 2012, rather than earlier as some had predicted, or hoped.

According to Reuters, “Apple Inc plans to use a larger screen on the next-generation iPhone and has begun to place orders for the new displays from suppliers in South Korea and Japan, people familiar with the situation said on Wednesday.”

And, apart from both stories asserting, based on the same sources, that Apple will rely on a trio of manufacturers for the new screens — Korea’s LG Display, Sharp and Japan Display, a recent merger of the display production units of three companies — neither story adds anything more.

But that was enough for folks like Richi Jennings, who writes Computerworld’s IT Blogwatch. He concludes, “The iPhone 5 release date is basically now known. And the rumors of a larger, 4-inch screen are all-but confirmed.”

But as with all such “reports,” the weight to be attached to the conclusions hinges on the identity, reliability and motives of the sources. And neither Reuters nor the Journal sheds any light on these. Their sources may be from display manufacturers or they could be rumor sites that claim to have sources in display manufacturers.

The principal objection to a larger-screen iPhone, and to iPhones with multiple screen sizes, has been the impact on software developers, who would have to change their existing application code for the new size and generally speaking to factor in multiple display sizes when targeting iPhones. To allow apps to remain unchanged, and keep the existing iPhone resolution of 960 by 640 pixels, Apple would have to increase pixel size, but that would reduce the “Retina Display” pixel density, currently 326 pixels per inch.

One possible solution, outlined in April 2012 in an informative post at The Verge, is for Apple to change the phone screen’s aspect ratio, currently 3:2, to 9:5. That would let Apple extend the diagonal screen size to 3.99 inches, making the screen taller but no wider, and possibly allowing the iPhone to retain the same overall dimensions. The pixel density would still meet Retina Display standards, but the screen overall would have 20% more pixels than iPhone 4 and 4S, according to The Verge’s calculations.

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(As an aside, this problem exists because the Home screen, which is actually an app called SpringBoard, scales poorly to hold tens or even hundreds of apps. Since the App Store makes it so easy to buy apps and download free apps, and there are so many to choose from, it’s easy for many users to end up with cluttered, disorganized Home screens. If Apple allowed different Home screen pages to have different wallpaper, it would be significantly easier to differentiate between pages.)

One quick but unreliable solution for accessing a mislaid app works only if the app is one that you’ve used recently. You can switch to a recently used app by double-pressing the Home button and then tapping the app’s icon on the multitasking bar. On an iPad, you can also access the multitasking bar by dragging up from the bottom of the screen with four or five fingers. You can swipe left on the multitasking bar to reveal more apps, in order of last use, but if the app you want wasn’t recently used, you may need to swipe multiple times to find it. Worse, this technique doesn’t teach you where the app’s icon resides on your Home screen.

A more direct searching option is to use iOS’s Spotlight feature. From the first page of your Home screen, swipe right to access the Spotlight search screen. Then start typing the name of the lost app. Spotlight should nose out the app in short order, and then you can tap its name to switch to it. If apps don’t appear in the search results at all, look in Settings General Spotlight Search to verify that a checkmark appears adjacent to Applications. If there’s no checkmark, tap Applications.

Problem solved, right? Well, no. Next time you can’t find your app, you’re back where you began, searching from scratch. (A number of TidBITS staffers have admitted that this is their primary way of accessing apps.) If Apple wanted Spotlight to help you learn, rather than to just provide direct access to apps, tapping the app’s name could instead highlight the app’s icon where it’s located on a page of the Home screen. Then you would have a chance of remembering its location next time.

Fortunately, there is a better way, if you’re willing to put in a little organizational time. It requires that you sync apps between your iOS device and iTunes on a computer. In fact, one of the little-known benefits of syncing with iTunes on a computer is that you can use iTunes to locate an app icon lickety-split. Assuming that you’ve already set up an iTunes sync for apps, here’s how to find your app:

1. Select your iOS device in the left sidebar of the iTunes window.

2. In the bank of buttons near the top of the iTunes window, click Apps.

3. In the Search box near the upper right of the iTunes window, type the name of the app that you want to locate. The list of apps at the left should get short, and include the name of your app.

4. In the list at the left, double-click the name of the app.

The image at the right shifts to show the page containing the app, and the app’s icon takes on a blue outline. The outline can be hard to perceive, but if you know to look for it, you should be able to spot it. For example, the screenshot below shows the blue Dropbox icon outlined near the lower right, just above the Messages icon on the Dock.

Now that you’ve pinpointed your app’s icon, you can leave it in that location, or you can drag it to a different position on the current page or to one of the adjacent thumbnails of a different page. Of course, you can do this on the device too — just tap and hold on an app icon until all the icons wiggle. Then drag a particular icon to the desired location and press the Home button to save your change and stop the wiggles — it’s harder to move icons across pages this way.

Of course, this solution assumes that you’re likely to remember the new location as well, which may not be true if you have so many apps that your first few Home screen pages are already full up. In such a situation, you can choose from a few approaches:

• Make heavy use of clearly named folders to reduce the number of Home screen pages. In either iTunes or on the device (when you’ve set the icons to wiggling), drag an icon onto another to create a folder, or into an existing folder to add it to that folder. If you’re rounding up multiple apps into a new folder, put that folder on the Dock temporarily so you can access it from any page.

• Consider dedicating particular Home screen pages to certain types of apps — this may work better than folders, since you can scan all the apps on a page at once, which is easier than looking in multiple folders. Also, a Home screen page on the iPhone and iPod touch can hold 16 apps, whereas a folder can hold only 12. (On the iPad, both hold 20 icons.)

• Give up on anything beyond the first Home screen page or two, and use Spotlight to find everything else.

• Since a new app appears in a somewhat random location, and since you’re likely to want to use it right away, move it into a memorable position before first launch.

• Don’t be afraid to remove apps from your device if you’re not using them. Tap and hold an app icon to set the icons to wiggling, then tap the X button next to any icon to remove that app from your device. It will remain in iTunes and in your App Store account should you want it again later.

• Periodically revisit your app organization and make sure it’s working for you.

If you have other techniques for dealing with overflowing Home screen pages, share them in the comments!

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Another rumor has chimed in, stating that Apple will introduce the next-generation iPhone with a larger screen and major redesign. It is also said that the display and the overhaul were the things that the late CEO Steve Jobs “worked closely on” before he died.

Next-generation iPhone: Featuring a Larger Screen

It was previously reported that the upcoming handset will feature a 4-inch screen, which is a bit larger than what its predecessors have sported since 2007. In fact, the companies LG, Sharp and Japan Display Inc. were allegedly tapped to supply the said component for the company.

The production is said to start next month, which would make the manufacturing process to go full speed this August. This would make the forthcoming mobile phone to be announced in time for a fall 2012 launch. The addition on this rumor, however, is that “Steve Jobs has worked closely on the redesigned phone before his death in October”.

If that will be the case, this will be Apple’s first major redesign after iPhone 4. The designs that were implemented in iPhone 3G and iPhone 3GS were also kept for two years before the current model was introduced.

Larger Screen, Unibody Case, LTE Chip

There are various media outlets that are reporting similar claims within the week. This makes the likelihood of Apple releasing a 4-inch mobile phone a possibility. There were also claims that releasing a larger screen was the company’s response against Samsung Galaxy S III. The Android phone boasts a 4.8-inch AMOLED screen.

Prior to this, the next-generation iPhone is said to feature a unibody case. In a note to investors sent by Brian White of Topeka Capital Markets last month, he suggested that the upcoming handset will have a unibody case:

“In our view, this will be the most significant iPhone upgrade with a four-inch screen and a new, sleek look that we believe will require a unibody case. This new, sleek look will be the most important reason that consumers decide to upgrade.”

Other than that, the forthcoming mobile phone is rumored to carry Qualcomm’s MDM9615 LTE chip. It can support voice and data connections through 4G networks, and it is expected to become a “world” device that is compatible with LTE markets around the world.

Apple is expected to release its next-generation iPhone this fall, just a year after the iPhone 4S was released. Despite the promising components that it could sport, it remains to be seen whether it can surpass the features that its predecessor are offering.

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The new screens measure at least 4 inches diagonally. … Apple declined to comment. … The iPhone has had a 3.5-inch screen since…its debut 2007.
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But the market has evolved rapidly…with many brands in various sizes and prices. … Samsung shipped 44.5 million smartphones to grab 30.6%…in the first quarter, topping Apple’s 24.1%.   

    
Reiji Murai triangulates and all-but confirms:

The new iPhone screens will measure 4 inches from corner to corner. … Early production of the new screens has begun at…Korea’s LG Display Co Ltd, Sharp Corp and Japan Display Inc. … That would allow the new iPhone to go into production as soon as August.
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The share of the production of new screens that go to each of the three manufacturers working with Apple has not been determined.   

So Jonny Evans rallies the faithful:

Coming as it does from a respected source these claims will ignite expectation. … Given the need to stockpile millions of these displays…commencing display production marries well with claims of a September launch.
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A related report yesterday claimed Apple to have booked huge memory chip orders with Japanese firm, Elpida. … With Samsung emerging as Apple’s biggest…opponent in the smartphone space, it’s no surprise Apple’s chosen to abandon [it]…when it comes to display and memory production.
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Apple appears to have…ensured its next iPhone…[is] guaranteed to give its competitors a black eye.   

And Adrian Kingsley-Hughes talks dimensionality:

There are two ways that Apple could increase the size of the screen while maintaining a high pixel density count. … Doubling the screen resolution to 1920×1280 would be the one option. … But it’s highly unlikely that Apple could pull this sort of density off for the next incarnation of the iPhone.
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Another option is that Apple could change the screen aspect ratio…increasing this to 16:9…could allow for a 4-inch screen to maintain pixel density…while also allowing the screen to fit into a handset no bigger than the current iPhone.   

But Lynn Walford just rolls her eyes (her eyes her eyes):

Here we go with iPhone 5 conjecturatti, again. … ll that we can know for sure about the iPhone 5 is that it will sell like iPhones.
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Last year’s…rumors were about 50% accurate, however, we didn’t get the…full specs until it was officially announced. … [This time] Apple may use the iPhone 5 name because it is suing the owner of iPhone5.com.   

Update: Gregg Keizer implies that Apple will indeed call it “iPhone 5″:

Apple has apparently won control of the iphone5.com domain. … Previously, Apple had filed a claim on iphone5.com with…WIPO.
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WIPO records now show that the complaint has been “terminated,” indicating that the…parties have settled their dispute. … iphone5.com [now] results in a blank page.
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[The] domain move might have been prompted by the constant use of the “iPhone 5″ label by bloggers. … Apple has gone to WIPO numerous times. … Last November, for instance, the company filed a claim…to acquire iphone4s.com and seven other[s]…with the “iphone” name.

   
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The iTunes software is optimized to sell you content. Using it for anything else, such as adding your own video or a music track, isn’t so easy. But I don’t like the idea of buying a music track or a video from the iTunes Store, even though I already own it, just because doing so is easier than importing it via iTunes.

That’s why I’ve put together a list of five PC desktop software programs for adding and managing video and music on your iOS device. Whether your interests run to playing your favorite DVDs on your iPad or to dragging and dropping music files onto your iPhone, I’ve got you covered.

Convert Your DVDs

Before we start, let’s quickly review the ground rules: If you don’t own it, don’t rip it. If you do own a DVD, then ultimately it’s up to you whether to rip it for your own personal reuse. Read up on the ripping debate if you have any questions.

Aside from adding commercial videos to your iOS device, you might also want to include personal videos that aren’t protected by digital rights management restrictions. For such videos, the only hindrance to adding them to you iOS device is iTunes.

Various PC apps claim that they can convert your videos so that you can watch them on your phone or iPad. But beware: Not all DVD rippers produce output of equal quality. Far too many deliver choppy video and out-of-sync audio. A DVD ripping program called HandBrake is my top pick because it’s free, it’s simple to use, and it works.

Basically, HandBrake gets your videos in shape to play on iPhones, iPads, and Apple TVs–just as if you had purchased the video content from the store. To use HandBrake, simply point the software to your DVD drive and select the preset to either iPod, iPhone, iPad, or AppleTV–that’s it. Here’s a detailed step-by-step guide to get you started.

Depending on your computer’s processor speed, converting a full-length DVD can take can take between 40 minutes and 2 hours. You can set HandBrake to move your PC into sleep mode automatically once it has finished copying the movie off the DVD.

Get Artwork and Metadata: Video

MetaX lets you avoid the hard work of manually adding titles and tags to your files.Now that you’ve converted your videos, a handy program called MetaX (version 2.25, $10) can spare you the trouble of manually adding the titles and tags for the converted files. Associating titles and tags with your video files (and audio) will enable you to find, preview, and sort videos on your desktop or iOS device easily.

MetaX does all the hard work for you, including searching online movie databases (by matching the video title) and populating the file with descriptions, crew and cast members. MetaX also pulls high-res movie posters, so your video collection will look great in CoverFlow or in the Videos app on iPhone, iPads, and AppleTV.

Get Artwork and Metadata: Audio

MetaX works only with MP4 and derivative video files (such as files converted by HandBrake). To import missing artwork for your albums into iTunes, you have a couple of options. The first, a built-in iTunes feature in the Advanced menu called Get Album Artwork, works if you’ve correctly tagged the albums and artist fields. Unfortunately, iTunes probably won’t find artwork for obscure artists, but if you have only a few songs missing their metadata, you can add them manually quite easily.

iTunes’ automatic artwork download feature works only if you have an Apple ID account. If for some reason you don’t want to go this route, consider using CopyTrans TuneTastic, a free (beta for now) utility that can clean up your audio archive. TuneTastic scans your iTunes library to locate unidentifiable songs (with exclamation marks), delete duplicates tracks, and get missing artwork for your albums. Afterward, the files will be updated in iTunes, so you can view album art and song metadata in Apple’s CoverFlow.

Manage Files on iOS

CopyTrans lets you transfer iPhone files directly to iTunes.There are a few ways to circumvent Apple’s iTunes lockdown without having to jailbreak your iPhone, iPad, or iPod. If you want to transfer music and other files from an iPhone to any PC, a program called CopyTrans ($20) will let you.

CopyTrans transfers iPhone music, videos, and ringtones directly to iTunes–so you can easily populate your iTunes library on a new computer, for example. The utility scans your phone, detects which songs you already have on your PC, and then prompts you to copy the rest. This is a handy tool for dumping multimedia content from your iOS device without being forced to authorize your iPhone or iPad with Apple’s iTunes on your desktop.

CopyTrans also allows you to copy music and videos from your iPhone to your desktop directly (bypassing iTunes), for purposes such as backing up content. What about apps? Well, CopyTrans permits you to see a list of all of the apps installed on your device and to install apps from your iTunes library, without iTunes. You can find your apps in the Mobile Applications folder (.ipa files) under iTunes Music, and then drag them over the CopyTrans window to initiate the transfer.

DiskAid 5 treats your iPhone or iPad as a portable hard drive.A free version of a program called DiskAid 5 allows you to accomplish many similar tasks. This program treats your iPhone or iPad as a big portable hard drive, allowing you to transfer music, video, photos, contacts, notes, call history, text messages, voicemail, and voice memos to and from your desktop.

The core functions of DiskAid are free, but you’ll have to shell out $20 for advanced features such as the ability to transfer text messages, voicemail, contacts, and notes.

This program will appeal to anyone who has tried to move music from an old iPhone to a PC and then back onto a new iPhone. Gone are the Apple restrictions that limit you to being able to transfer only purchased music.

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London, (Pal Telegraph) – Everybody knows that the smartphone of the moment is the Samsung Galaxy S3 (S III) and it looks bound to be a smash hit for Samsung. Due to be released at the end of May for the UK and Europe and in the summer for the US, some of its main competition will come from Apple’s iPhone 4S. Today we want to look at the iPhone 4S vs. the Samsung Galaxy S3 and also give readers a review roundup.

The Galaxy S3 has some very decent specs and features and first impressions seemed quite impressive although since then we’ve noted a rather mixed reception. We’ll give you some idea of the key specs and features of the Galaxy S3 and iPhone 4S before moving on to what the reviews had to say. We’ve already given readers official specs of the Galaxy S3 but brief highlights include an Exynos quad-core processor for the international variant, with the US version possibly dual-core to enable LTE.

Other notable specs for the Galaxy S3 include a 4.8-inch HD Super AMOLED display with 1280 x 720 resolution (309ppi), 8-megapixel rear camera with 1080p HD video capture, a 1.9-megapixel front-facing camera, 1GB of RAM, 16/32GB of internal storage with microSD expansion, NFC support and running Android 4.0 ICS skinned with TouchWiz. There’s also a 2100mAh battery, which sounds impressive but of course given the large screen and quad-core processor it has a lot to power. We can’t judge the battery performance yet though so we’ll reserve judgement on that for now. If you want to see more on the Galaxy S3 then check out the video below our story showing a hands-on look.

The Galaxy S3 certainly has a lot to recommend it then and for those who favor the Android OS this is an obvious choice of new smartphone. There are others though who would consider Apple’s iOS platform and might be thinking of the current iPhone 4S and Tech Digest has compared the two. The iPhone 4S by comparison has a 3.5-inch IPS TFT LCD display with Apple’s infamous Retina Display and resolution of 960 x 640 offering 326ppi. Both the Galaxy S3 and iPhone 4S have excellent displays then and your choice between the two may simply depend on screen size.

The processor for the iPhone 4S is an 800MHz dual-core A5 chip, which though it may sound dated offers speedy and smooth performance. Compared to the quad-core of the Galaxy S3 though (in some regions), some may feel this is one up to Samsung. The iPhone 4S also comes in three storage options, 16, 32 and 64GB but has no expandable memory. It also has an 8-megapixel rear camera with 1080p video recording capability and a front-facing VGA camera while its lithium-ion battery offers around 8 hours of 3G talk time, 6 hours of 3G browsing and 9 hours of Wi-Fi browsing.

The iPhone 4S runs on the latest Apple iOS and as we said earlier, operation systems alone may be the main factor for some as many people have a clear preference between Android and iOS. Both platforms offer a huge variety of apps from either Apple’s App Store or the Google Play store. The iPhone 4S features the popular Siri voice recognition software and Samsung has brought its own S Voice to the Galaxy S3. Another point to remember is that The Galaxy S3 for the US will feature LTE connectivity but that doesn’t exist on the iPhone 4S (though may come to the iPhone 5).

Another thing to take into account is the design of the phones and although some people have not exactly been blown away by the look of the Galaxy S3 and it’s plasticky feel, others were not impressed when the iPhone 4S came out last year with the same design as its predecessor. We cannot compare pricing yet on these two smartphones as no pricing has been announced yet for the Galaxy S3.

Ultimately both phones are very decent smartphones indeed although some of the specs of the iPhone 4S are beginning to look a little dated. Of course we should remember though that the iPhone 5 may not be too much further away and it will be certainly be interesting to compare the Galaxy S3 and the next iPhone when it appears. For now though personal preference will play a big part in how you choose between the Galaxy S3 or the iPhone 4S.

Now we’ll move on to our look at some of the reviews so far for the Galaxy S3. Firstly PC World looks at the Galaxy S3 against the iPhone 4S and HTC One X. It points to the advantage of the microSD slot for the Galaxy S3 and its huge display and slimness at only 0.34inches compared to the iPhone 4S, which measures 0.37-inches thick. This review sums up by saying that although the camera for the Galaxy S3 isn’t a major step up, the processor and LTE connectivity more than make up for it.

Another review, this time on Wired, explains a lot about the software of the Galaxy S3 rather than hardware so this is a good review to check out if you want more on that. It delves into the facial recognition feature, Smart Stay, Direct Call, Pop Up Play and S Voice and the phone’s aesthetic touches.

Next we looked at a review from Computerworld, consisting of a hugely comprehensive Q A. One of the questions asks if the Galaxy S3 is better than other phones to which the response is that there is no one ‘right’ choice and that it comes down to what the individual wants. Although the Galaxy S3 is described as a “compelling choice” it’s also stated, “There’s nothing about the Galaxy S III that makes other recent high-end devices look inherently worse or outdated in comparison.”

In our final look we came across an article on PC Tech Authority that asks if Samsung’s innovation is outpacing Apple’s. This points to the rich catalog of Apple iOS apps and the aluminum and glass of the iPhone 4S design making it feel more “grown up” than other plastic designs. However it goes on to say that Samsung has obviously listened to its customers to come up with the intuitive experience and larger screen offered by the Galaxy S3 and refers to Apple as “caught napping.”

We’d be really interested to hear from readers with thoughts on these two flagship smartphones. Taking into account our comparison and review roundup, have you a definite preference for one over the other? Maybe you’re going to wait to see what the iPhone 5 has to offer before you decide? You may feel that the Galaxy S3 wasn’t everything it could be, or alternatively feel that Apple has indeed been ‘caught napping?’ Let us know with your comments.

Another thing to take into account is the design of the phones and although some people have not exactly been blown away by the look of the Galaxy S3 and it’s plasticky feel, others were not impressed when the iPhone 4S came out last year with the same design as its predecessor. We cannot compare pricing yet on these two smartphones as no pricing has been announced yet for the Galaxy S3.

Ultimately both phones are very decent smartphones indeed although some of the specs of the iPhone 4S are beginning to look a little dated. Of course we should remember though that the iPhone 5 may not be too much further away and it will be certainly be interesting to compare the Galaxy S3 and the next iPhone when it appears. For now though personal preference will play a big part in how you choose between the Galaxy S3 or the iPhone 4S.

Now we’ll move on to our look at some of the reviews so far for the Galaxy S3. Firstly PC World looks at the Galaxy S3 against the iPhone 4S and HTC One X. It points to the advantage of the microSD slot for the Galaxy S3 and its huge display and slimness at only 0.34inches compared to the iPhone 4S, which measures 0.37-inches thick. This review sums up by saying that although the camera for the Galaxy S3 isn’t a major step up, the processor and LTE connectivity more than make up for it.

Another review, this time on Wired, explains a lot about the software of the Galaxy S3 rather than hardware so this is a good review to check out if you want more on that. It delves into the facial recognition feature, Smart Stay, Direct Call, Pop Up Play and S Voice and the phone’s aesthetic touches.

Next we looked at a review from Computerworld, consisting of a hugely comprehensive Q A. One of the questions asks if the Galaxy S3 is better than other phones to which the response is that there is no one ‘right’ choice and that it comes down to what the individual wants. Although the Galaxy S3 is described as a “compelling choice” it’s also stated, “There’s nothing about the Galaxy S III that makes other recent high-end devices look inherently worse or outdated in comparison.”

In our final look we came across an article on PC Tech Authority that asks if Samsung’s innovation is outpacing Apple’s. This points to the rich catalog of Apple iOS apps and the aluminum and glass of the iPhone 4S design making it feel more “grown up” than other plastic designs. However it goes on to say that Samsung has obviously listened to its customers to come up with the intuitive experience and larger screen offered by the Galaxy S3 and refers to Apple as “caught napping.”

We’d be really interested to hear from readers with thoughts on these two flagship smartphones. Taking into account our comparison and review roundup, have you a definite preference for one over the other? Maybe you’re going to wait to see what the iPhone 5 has to offer before you decide? You may feel that the Galaxy S3 wasn’t everything it could be, or alternatively feel that Apple has indeed been ‘caught napping?’ Let us know with your comments.

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Apple’s iPhone 5 is more than likely going to hit store shelves in the coming months. According to the latest rumors, the device will probably be available at some point this summer, since Apple’s orders of iPhone 4S and iPhone 4 units have started to dwindle. Assuming that’s the case, Apple will unveil the iPhone 5 at the Worldwide Developers Conference next month.

When that device is unveiled, customers can expect a number of nice features, according to the rumor mill. Everything from a bigger display to 4G connectivity is currently in the works, according to reports. Apple’s iPhone 5 might just be the very best handset the company has launched to date. Whereas the iPhone 4S was a nominal upgrade over its predecessor, the iPhone 5 will likely be an entirely new generation of the popular handset.

Even so, questions remain about what new features will be added to the iPhone 5 and whether it will impress mobile phone users as much as the earlier models. In the end, it all comes down to features.

Read on to find out what features are most likely to make their way to Apple’s iPhone 5:

1. A bigger display

According to the Wall Street Journal and numerous other reports, Apple is planning to bundle a 4-inch display with the iPhone 5. That would mean that the screen would dwarf the company’s current 3.5-inch screen in the iPhone 4S and make it more competitive with rival handsets that try to win over buyers with 4.3-inch-and-larger screens.

2. Near-field communication

Out of all the features Apple is expected to bring to the iPhone 5, near-field communication is arguably the least appealing. The offering would allow users to make mobile payments from their smartphones and potentially extend the functionality of the iPhone beyond that. But considering NFC has yet to take off in the market, who knows if Apple can change things?

3. An improved Siri

Siri made its way to the iPhone 4S when that device launched back in October. But since then, the platform has been in beta form as Apple reportedly works on improving it. If and when the iPhone 5 is unveiled, expect a new and improved Siri to emerge.

4. iOS 6

Every time Apple launches a new iPhone, the company offers up a fresh version of its mobile software, iOS. This time around, Apple is expected to unveil iOS 6, an operating system that is supposedly going to boast a host of improvements to enhance productivity and better manage files. It’ll be a nice addition to the iPhone 5.

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The new screens measure at least 4 inches diagonally. … Apple declined to comment. … The iPhone has had a 3.5-inch screen since…its debut 2007.
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But the market has evolved rapidly…with many brands in various sizes and prices. … Samsung shipped 44.5 million smartphones to grab 30.6%…in the first quarter, topping Apple’s 24.1%.   

    
Reiji Murai triangulates and all-but confirms:

The new iPhone screens will measure 4 inches from corner to corner. … Early production of the new screens has begun at…Korea’s LG Display Co Ltd, Sharp Corp and Japan Display Inc. … That would allow the new iPhone to go into production as soon as August.
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The share of the production of new screens that go to each of the three manufacturers working with Apple has not been determined.   

So Jonny Evans rallies the faithful:

Coming as it does from a respected source these claims will ignite expectation. … Given the need to stockpile millions of these displays…commencing display production marries well with claims of a September launch.
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A related report yesterday claimed Apple to have booked huge memory chip orders with Japanese firm, Elpida. … With Samsung emerging as Apple’s biggest…opponent in the smartphone space, it’s no surprise Apple’s chosen to abandon [it]…when it comes to display and memory production.
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Apple appears to have…ensured its next iPhone…[is] guaranteed to give its competitors a black eye.   

And Adrian Kingsley-Hughes talks dimensionality:

There are two ways that Apple could increase the size of the screen while maintaining a high pixel density count. … Doubling the screen resolution to 1920×1280 would be the one option. … But it’s highly unlikely that Apple could pull this sort of density off for the next incarnation of the iPhone.
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Another option is that Apple could change the screen aspect ratio…increasing this to 16:9…could allow for a 4-inch screen to maintain pixel density…while also allowing the screen to fit into a handset no bigger than the current iPhone.   

But Lynn Walford just rolls her eyes (her eyes her eyes):

Here we go with iPhone 5 conjecturatti, again. … ll that we can know for sure about the iPhone 5 is that it will sell like iPhones.
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Last year’s…rumors were about 50% accurate, however, we didn’t get the…full specs until it was officially announced. … [This time] Apple may use the iPhone 5 name because it is suing the owner of iPhone5.com.   

   
And Finally…
Shrimp!
[Another ridiculous ear-worm from Mr. Weebl, with help from Greasy Moose]
   
 
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