.Bloggers, techies, hipsters, and fashionistas have had the iPhone 5 rumor mill spinning in high gear all summer long.  Although no official announcement has been made yet, all signs point to an Apple iPhone 5 release on October 4.

Apple will hold an event next month, but the notoriously secretive company has not released any details. However, industry experts are all but certain that this will be the highly anticipated iPhone 5 announcement.

At their last event in June, they showed off the iOS 5 interface. They feature all iPad and iPhone models, alongside several software updates and a refreshed MacBook Air. The lack of a new standout product at this press conference has fueled the speculation that has everyone circling.

This will also be the first launch event for Apple’s new CEO, Tim Cook, who recently replaced Steve Jobs at the head of the company. Jobs is likely to make a cameo appearance at the event.  Reports thus far suggest that Cook will use the opportunity to introduce himself and his new role at the company. A flawless launch of the iPhone 5 would be an auspicious start to his tenure as CEO. Especially after the Gizmodo leak of many details.

Apple iOS 5 already has many desirable features, like the near-eliminated need for USB connections, direct Twitter integration, camera improvements and iCloud accessibility. The iPhone 5 is also expected to debut on Sprint’s network, joining AT&T and Verizon as the exclusive carriers of the smartphone.

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