The new phone, expected to be called the iPhone 6, will likely be offered in 4.7- and 5.5-inch versions, both of which are larger than the current generationΆs 4-inch screen.
Manufacturers have apparently begun making such components as fingerprint sensors and chips for liquid-crystal drivers.
Mass production of liquid crystal display panels will start as early as the April-June quarter at SharpΆs Kameyama factory, Japan DisplayΆs Mobara plant, and elsewhere, according to sources. LG Electronics will supply panels as well. The new handsetΆs display resolution is expected to be significantly higher than that of current models.