Apple ordered 70 to 80 million of iPhone 6 in 4.7 and 5.5 inch

Apple has asked its suppliers to manufacture between 70 and 80 million of the 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch both with metal cases handsets by Dec. 30

Apple's two main iPhone makers — Foxconn and Pegatron Corp — plan to start mass producing the 4.7-inch model in August while Foxconn parent Hon Hai will exclusively begin making the 5.5-inch handset in September. To get ready, Foxconn and Pegatron have been on a "hiring binge" in China, with Foxconn hiring workers by the hundreds every day.

The new iPhones are expected to make their debut this fall.

Another iPhone rumor, meanwhile, says that the handsets will sport super-durable sapphire crystal displays, which are practically indestructible. In addition, word has it that the Apple logo on the back of the phones will light up for notifications, meaning you'll be able to put the handset face down and still be alerted to an incoming message.

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