Published 10:47 IST, August 23rd 2022

Is Apple going to launch an iPhone 14 Mini this year? Here is what we know

In the past, Apple has reported that the iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 13 mini did not perform well. Will the company launch an iPhone 14 mini this year? Find out.

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Apple is expected to launch iPhone 14 series next month and enthusiasts around world are excited to see what's next for one of most popular flagship smartphones. In past few months, we have gone through endless rumours and tips related to iPhone 14 series. While most of m corroborate each or, a recent report from a known tipster took entire internet by surprise. 

Will re be an iPhone 14 mini?

Known Apple tipster Evan Blass, in a report published on 91Mobiles, claimed that one of Apple's largest channel partners in Asia-Pacific region h begun making preparations to sell a "mix of iPhones and iPs." However, contrary to all previous tips, Blass mentioned that Apple's channel partner is preparing to launch four iPhones, including vanilla iPhone 14, iPhone 14 mini, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max. 

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However. after report was published, publication ded an update, saying that, "at least one of devices in this list is off-base, inste of taking anor crack at mini form factor, a separate source confirmed that Apple is poised to offer a larger size, non-Pro handset, an iPhone 14 Max." Hence, it can be concluded that Apple is not planning to release iPhone 14 mini after all. 

Apple could launch a new iPhone 14 Max inste

Those who have been following developments related to iPhone 14 series are well aware that multiple sources have claimed that Apple is going to kill 'mini' series this year and replace it with a new 'Max' model. We've seen case modules, screen renders and a lot more information related to iPhone 14 Max variant. Hence, re is a good chance that Apple won't release an iPhone 14 mini, but launch an iPhone 14 Max inste. 

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In past, Apple has reported that iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 13 mini did not perform well to an extent that company h to reallocate manufacturing resources, halting production of se two smartphones. Furr, company alrey has iPhone SE (2022) in place for those who want to purchase a smaller, compact smartphone. Selling both smartphones might confuse customer and hamper sales of eir. Hence, it only makes sense for company to release a large screen model. 

10:16 IST, August 23rd 2022