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Online Talk Swarms with iPhone Rumors and Information

The rumor mill regarding Apple`s new baby, allegedly title iPhone, is becoming an unstoppable online phenomena. People are constantly talking about the iPhone on forums and chat rooms, and tech blogs are filled with references. With so many people holding iPods in their hands most of the day, the notion of a communicative iPod isn`t that far fetched. The rocking success of Apple`s iPod is causing the online scene to contemplate over Apple`s next big product.

So, what are the latest online rumors about the iPhone? The latest piece of information is focusing on Apple`s patent application from last August. Apple issued a patent application with the United States Patent and Trademark Office with information regarding a device that combines a mobile phone and some sort of music playing capabilities. Sounds like an iPhone? Well, to many online bloggers and the commentary, it sure does.

Taking a close look on the prospect of an iPhone release, some questions come to mind. The iPod amounts to, arguably, 40 percent of Apple`s total revenue, and launching a similar product that can also make phone calls will result in iPod losing market share. Does that what Apple needs? Another big concern is that although Apple dominates the mobile audio market, the cell phone market is dominated by some really heavy players, and Apple does not need the extra competition. There are many unanswered questions regarding the so-called iPhone, and you can find different answers for them online.