The Wall Street Journal reports that Apple has asked Foxconn to begin shipping new high-end and low-end iPhones in early September. According to the report Apple will release a new iPhone 5S and a lower-cost iPhone 5C that comes with a plastic back available in numerous colors. » Apple Asks Foxconn to Ship High and Low-End iPhones in Early September

With the launch of Apple’s next-gen iPhone reportedly less than a month away, the rumor mill for the iPhone 5C is heating up as well. The latest comes courtesy of Sonny Dickson, which posted tons of photos of the alleged iPhone 5C’s with a lime green back housing. More pictures after the break. » Leaked Photos Show A Lime Green iPhone 5C [photos]

AllThingsD reports that Apple will unveil its next iPhone at a special event on Sept. 10. However, it is unclear if the event will focus on the upcoming iPhone 5S or Apple’s rumored low-cost iPhone “iPhone 5C?” or both. The rumored low-cost iPhone looks similar to the iPhone 5 in shape and size but has rounded edges, slightly thicker and will be available in a range of colors. According to the rumors, the phone will have a price tag of $490. » Apple Will Unveil Next Generation iPhone On September 10

Mac Otakara has released a brief video that allegedly shows the front panel and back shell of the iPad 5 assembled together for the first time. The rear shell appears to have a transparent or translucent logo. Apple’s fifth-generation iPad is expected to launch as soon as next month, with a new iPad mini with Retina display perhaps following soon after. » Partially Assembled iPad 5 & “iPhone 5C” Appear In New Videos

Two days ago we posted a photo that appears to show plastic retail packaging marked with the name “iPhone 5C”, which could be for Apple’s long-rumored plastic iPhone, the “C” possible stand for “Color”. Now the case manufacturer “Elago” has released a set of “iPhone 5C” cases on Amazon.com. » “iPhone 5C” Cases Show Up On Amazon

Chinese site WeiPhone has posted a photo that appears to show plastic retail packaging marked with the name “iPhone 5C”, which could be for Apple’s long-rumored plastic iPhone. There is no proof that this photo is genuine, but if it is the “C” could refer to the various color options available on the rumored lower-cost device. » Photo of Plastic Packaging with ‘iPhone 5C’ Name Surfaces

Japanese magazine Weekly ASCII now shares some new closeup photos [Google translation, via Macotakara] of a yellow version of the alleged low/cost iPhone plastic rear shell, showing it in good detail while also placing it alongside an iPhone 5 for comparison. There is no confirmation that this rear shell is a genuine one leaked from Apple’s supply chain, but these parts are appearing in significant quantities standardized around a common design that is also consistent with long-running rumors of Apple’s plans for the device. » Closeup Photos Of Lower-Cost Plastic iPhone Rear Shell Compared To iPhone 5