The iPhone 6S and iPhone 7 – which one will Apple release in 2015?

The market is rife with rumours that Apple might be releasing both the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 6S in 2015.

Enthusiasts and speculators would do well to remember that the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus models were released in fall 2014 and experienced phenomenal success upon their launch since they provided numerous features and specifications that were noticeably absent in past iPhones. Among these were Apply Pay, NFC, and bigger displays. Despite the lack of progress in fundamental categories like rear camera quality and powertrain in the iPhone, there is no doubt that both the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus were clear winners. However, there might be a chance that we would get to see the iPhone 6S and iPhone 7 in 2015.

The rumours are farfetched and should be taken with a grain of salt but they indicate that Apple is downgrading its smartphone cycle for 2015. This indicates that Apple might be working on the iPhone 6S launch to correspond with the delayed in-store release of the Apple Watch in early 2015 while the iPhone 7 can be expected in September 2015. Reports suggest that the new schedule is aimed to stagger the launch of the two devices in order to capitalize on sales. Apple might release the iPhone 6S to consumers who wish to upgrade to a cheaper variation before announcing the flagship iPhone 7 in autumn.

Numerous media outlets suggest that both models might get a 2015 release and Apple is willing to forego its general release pattern of one iPhone a year followed by its upgraded version the next in order to provide the iPhone 7 with a launch date in 2015. This may be due to the fact that the “S” range is considered to be a more affordable and toned down model than the existing one, and Apple seeks to establish itself as a premium product company.

Such news may seem wild and speculative but considering the surprises that Apple loves to throw at fans and may be planning to include features like DSLR-quality rear camera and force touch technology on the next iPhone, the debut of the iPhone 7 flagship model may occur this year with the iPhone 6S being reserved as a midrange option.