Apple iPhone 3.0 : 10 Things You Need To Know

(4) The last of its kind?

We do not expect an iPhone Nano for this year. Based on what Apple did to its iPod range, we envisage that the forthcoming iPhone version 3 will be the last one launched alone. From version 4 onwards, Apple will be branch the iPhone out with Classic and Mini versions. But then again, we're in a deep recession and this might alter Apple's tactics.

(5) Pricing

More of the same. Apple is not in the business to lose money. Historically, the company has maintained a very strict "suggested retail price" scheme. Which is why even second hand Apple products still carry a premium and tend to depreciate less in value. The Cupertino-based company will certainly remain true to its nature. The same disclaimer as in part 4 applies though.

(6) Screen size

The iPhone screen size is expected to stay at 3.5-inch as this seems to be the ideal screen size. However, HTC, Acer and Toshiba's smartphones have upped the ante with 3.8-inch or bigger screen sizes. There is a chance that Apple will come with a 16:9 model (the current one has a 3:2 screen ratio) that is capable of displaying 800x480 pixels.

(7) Camera

There will be a camera upgrade for the iPhone. Possibly as high as 5-megapixel but we expect it to stay at 3.2 for now without flash. Rather than concentrating on more pixels, Apple engineers will try to make an altogether great camera with better sensors and electronics.