Apple Event Reportedly Scheduled For October 4: AllThingsD

Tired of waiting for the next iPhone? Mark your calendars! The iPhone 5 could be announced at an Apple event on October 4, according to tech blog and Huff Post Tech partner All Things Digital.

AllThingsD reports that, according to "sources close to the situation," new CEO Tim Cook will give the keynote address at an event on October 4, which will be used to introduce the much-anticipated iPhone 5 to the world. The release, according to those same anonymous sources, will come weeks later, presumably before the end of the month. AllThingsD had previously reported that the iPhone 5 would definitely be released some time in October, though they had not given any specific time frames in previous reportage.

Previously, the most popular rumor (from tech site Boy Genius Report) had put the actual launch of the iPhone 5 in early October ,with well-connected Apple blogger Jim Dalrymple confirming, though this latest rumor has the release of the iPhone 5 pushed back once again. The also well-connected AllThingsD all but started the legitimate iPhone 5 release date bonanza with a rumor that the next-gen Apple smartphone would come out in September, though the site has since maintained October as the target launch month.

Apple, of course, has yet to confirm anything or send out invitations to any press event. The company generally held a September media event to announce updates to their iPod line, though this year it appears they will skip talking to the press in September altogether.

For weekly roundups of the latest gossip in the Apple world, check out HuffPost Tech's This Week in Apple Rumors series and, as always, keep checking back for the latest on the iPhone 5 release date.

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[ipv4]

03:46 PM on 09/22/2011

If it doesn't have 4G it's road kill in my opinion. I have been playing around with some of my friends 4g phones and it's like going from dial up to dsl.

[tarzan322]

01:01 PM on 09/22/2011

Looks great, even worse reception.

[srodriguez2002]

12:48 PM on 09/22/2011

it's about god damn time

[No Yards]

11:23 AM on 09/22/2011

May not come out at all ... apple just got sued by "Via Technologies Inc. for allegedly infringing three U.S. patents for microprocessors used in mobile phones and tablet computers."

Bloomberg is reporting that Via Technologoes "seeks a jury trial and an order to prohibit Cupertino, California-based Apple from selling products containing the inventions in the U.S.,"

Looks like while Apple may claim ownership to the rectangle, they may have stolen just abut everything else ... no wonder they are so secretive, they have so much to hide.

Apple sues others for the same reason Republicans accuse Democrats of dishonesty and sexual perversion ... projection.

[DemBones]

01:44 PM on 09/23/2011

Hater.

[Red The Grey]

09:34 AM on 09/22/2011

Now is a GREAT time to buy an iphone 4. They will be on sale soon on ebay, craigslist and elsewhere. And it is the BEST time to buy an iphone 3gs.

[roofjoist]

08:01 AM on 09/22/2011

Sources close to the source? Al Gore let the cat out of the bag earlier this week.

[homeinmyhand]

06:59 AM on 09/22/2011

They are going to manufacture everything in the United States of America, to help get our economy back on track.
You know, the country that provided them with support while they did they're research and development?
They are going to lead the way for American Corporations to return to America.
Kudos to you Steve!
Kudos!

[homeinmyhand]

07:02 AM on 09/22/2011

Rumor has it that old automobile manufacturing plants have been targeted for retro-fits to produce the next generation of Apple products.

[johnnygoodwud]

05:32 AM on 09/22/2011

it will be a status symbol for all those who suffer from low self-esteem. hey look at me and my new phone.

[PalletJack]

10:57 AM on 09/22/2011

That's a popular theory, but there are so many iPhones out there now, having one is about as special as having a pair of pants. People buy them because they like the product, not to impress you.

[kruijs]

05:07 AM on 09/22/2011

any change to see Steve Jobs on stage when the IPhone 5 is presented? what do you think?

http://www.knewthenews.com/Market/10004/Will+Steve+Jobs+make+a+stage+appearance+during+the+presentation+of+the+iPhone+5

[wro2996725]

04:41 AM on 09/22/2011

The iPhone 5 will be out soon. I just don't know if I'll be able to sleep as I wait. In my life I don't think I've ever experienced the peace, comfort and joy that this device will provide. May God bless Steve Jobs and all the wonderful people at Apple who have brought this to us. amen

[kruijs]

05:07 AM on 09/22/2011

do you think it will be unveiled on october 4?
http://www.knewthenews.com/Market/10003/Will+the+iPhone+5+be+unveiled+on+Tuesday+October+4

[flashfyre]

03:53 AM on 09/22/2011

iSue, iPatent, iLawyer ? The opportunities for Apple innovation are ongoing.

Ilawyer on multicore is iLegalTeam. Someone sketch that up and get it rubber stamped by the USPTO.

[advin steven]

02:56 AM on 09/22/2011

I like that report..Thanks for sharing with us..
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[nakedhand]

01:06 AM on 09/22/2011

A new iteration of something marginally improved that the members will flock to, no doubt.

[ScaryBob]

11:37 PM on 09/21/2011

There is no choice in the survey above for "Who cares". Now, if all the apple phan boyz and girlz would drink the real kewl aide wearing the colorful clothes, freeing the rest of us from their adoration of a man who will soon need an iCoffin, THAT would pique my interest.

[PalletJack]

10:59 AM on 09/22/2011

Oh, someone forced you to read this article against your will. No wonder, I'd be bitter too...

[appalling]

10:50 PM on 09/21/2011

Since it doesn't seem this phone will come with 4G speeds, I will have to brace for all the iPhone fanboys at my office yet again asking to use my EVO to surf the web and to pay bills. Nearly 2 years now that this is going on. The "justin Bieber' of phones - marketed and packaged well and performs decently, but not exactly the best.

[WSAY]

11:26 PM on 09/21/2011

Now why would you be reading iPhone articles? Concerned?

[ScaryBob]

11:42 PM on 09/21/2011

No, but it is fun to watch the perturbations, blind allegiance, and instinctive genuflection to a man who will soon need an iCoffin.

[drularter]

03:05 AM on 09/22/2011

Your Evo does not, in fact, has 4G either. Double check your facts.

[No Yards]

09:55 AM on 09/22/2011

Unless he has the EVO 4G.

[appalling]

01:38 PM on 09/22/2011

EVO 4G is now into its second year with the 3D phone. The 4G speed is why my iPhone office guys like to borrow my phone. I tell them to ditch that girly iPhone of theirs and half have done so.