Personally, i have been a using my first Apple iPhone 3GS since 2009.However, could not keep up with the latest iPhones announcement, and switch to Android smartphone. Samsung Galaxy. But since Apple iPhone 8 will be the next flagship, i am really keen on researching about that same device ‘that changed the world of smartphones/telecommunications’

Lateness in Supply chain.

The main supplier of Apple iPhone 8’s display is Samsung Electronics. For the upcoming 5.8 inch OLED iPhone 8, Apple has reportedly placed an order of 70 million unites from Samsung, this year, 2017.

According to tech sources, based on the current supply of OLED panels, Apple will be in difficulty to ship 50-60 million OLED based Apple iPhone 8 in 2017.

New Features of Apple iPhone 8

Its the 10th Anniversary of the iPhone and there are many big changes coming. A brand new look is to be expected to be released around end-Sept. 2017. iPhone 8’s production is running behind schedule and this could mean that there could be delays or stock shortages.

Amongst the flagship features of Apple iPhone 8 are:

Glass body and edge-to-edge OLED display. A curved AMOLED display. 5.8 inch. No Home button. No Bezel. Such displays are better suited for Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality.

Integrated Touch ID fingerprint sensor

Front facing camera with 3D sensing capability – for use with Augmented Reality Software. Apple fans expect Tim Cook to say on stage for the launch of iPhone 8 : this camera can do extraordinary things. We never thought it possible before today.

Wireless charging for iPhone

Apple iPhone will change its shape. Some Leaked dummy models of iPhone 8:

An excellent article to read on the upcoming iPhone 8 is on Cnet.com

Apple iPhone 8 Mauritius

When will the next iPhone be available in Mauritius?

Most probably for the Christmas season?!

What will be the price for the next iPhone?

Only time will tell…