Apple has confirmed that the release of the new iPhone 12 will be delayed by several weeks. So what is the iPhone 12 release date? That could vary depending on the model.

If a new report from Digitimes (via MacRumors) proves true, the iPhone 12 release date could be shifted, with two models launching in the first wave and the other two following.

If you haven't been following all the iPhone 12 leaks, four models are expected this time around. The entry-level iPhone 12 will have a 5.4-inch display, the iPhone 12 Max will have a 6.1-inch display, the iPhone 12 Pro will also be 6.1 inches, and the iPhone 12 Pro Max is said to have a huge 6.7-inch screen.

According to Digitimes, Apple "may launch the 5G iPhone in two phases, with two 6.1-inch models in the first and a 6.7-inch and 5.4-inch model in the second."

This means that the iPhone 12 Max and iPhone Pro will be released first, with the regular iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro Max appearing in the second wave. according to Digitimes' sources, the SLP (similar to a PCB) for the 6.1-inch iPhone 12 model PCB) mainboard suppliers have already begun shipping, and other suppliers will begin shipping in late August.

The iPhone 12 and iPhone 12 Pro all feature Apple's new A14 Bionic processor and offer 5G connectivity, but based on leaked information there are important differences. iPhone 12 has two rear cameras, iPhone 12 Pro has a third telephoto lens and a LiDAR sensor for augmented reality experiences.

Additionally, the iPhone 12 Pro may have a display refresh rate of 120 Hz. However, recent rumors have cast doubt on this feature.

If the price leaks we have heard are legitimate, the 5.4-inch iPhone 12 will start at $649 or $699 and go up from there, with the iPhone 12 Max at $749 or $799. iPhone 12 Pro at $999 〜to $1,049, and the iPhone 12 Pro Max would have a premium of $1,099 to $1,149.

Apple has shifted iPhone release dates before. For example, in 2017, the iPhone 8 was released in September and the iPhone X (introducing Face ID) was released in November. And in 2018, the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max launched in September, followed by the more affordable iPhone XR in October.

We'll have to see if the Digitimes report proves true, but if so, shoppers will have to wait for the 5.4-inch iPhone 12.