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Aluminum dummy mold of the new iPhone for case makers pops up, confirming the design rumors

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By Daniel Petrov

Published: Sep 06, 2012, 5:44 AM

Aluminum dummy mold of the new iPhone for case makers pops up, confirming the design rumors

We've been sent a couple of pictures that allegedly portray dummy units of the upcoming iPhone. Those aluminum dummies are generally used by case makers as molds for their products, so they can be ready with a number of accessories when the device launches.

The source from MobileDirect.ro, a mobile phone accessories distributor, says they have been invited to a couple of partner meetings at the IFA 2012 expo last week, where the dummy aluminum iPhone 5s were present, and they managed to snap a few shots.

Nothing really we haven't seen so far, just confirming the general elongated in comparison to the iPhone 4/4S shape, the two-stage back, and larger display, but one more drop of water in the rumor mill towards the grand unveiling next Wednesday. Have a peak in the slideshow below, and have patience with loading, as the original pics are pretty large.

Thanks, Silviu!

Aluminum dummy of the new iPhone used by case makers pops up, confirming the design rumors

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Daniel, a devoted tech writer at PhoneArena from 2010 to 2025, has been engrossed in mobile technology since the Windows Mobile era. His expertise spans mobile hardware, software, and carrier networks, and he's keenly interested in the future of digital health, car connectivity, and 5G. Beyond his professional pursuits, Daniel finds balance in travel, reading, and exploring new tech innovations, while contemplating the ethical and privacy implications of our digital future.

Aluminum dummy mold of the new iPhone for case makers pops up, confirming the design rumors

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