The rumours swirling around Apple’s next generation iPhone are pointing to Apple unveiling a slightly redesigned iPhone 4 as well as a new iPhone 5 (possibly with a tear drop design and larger display) in the coming weeks. Today, a new plot twist was introduced into the saga.
According to 9to5Mac.com, Apple is facing “continued design and production delays” for the iPhone 5. As a result, availability could be delayed “slightly at the very least.” If production yields are an issue as well, shortages could persist all the way into 2012.
Apple is not facing any challenges with the updated iPhone 4. It is already being manufactured in substantial numbers and will be available at launch.
Current rumours suggest that Apple will announce its new iPhones on October 7th.