Apple iPhone 6 Leaked

iPhone 6 Leaked photos show larger screen and rounded edges

Pictures leaked to technology website TechRadar add fuel to the rumours that Apple's forthcoming smartphone will have a larger screen

New leaked photos of the iPhone 6 reinforce rumours that Apple's forthcoming device will have a larger screen, slimmer frame and rounded edges.

The photos, leaked to TechRadar, were reportedly taken by an Apple beta tester, but the site claims it cannot verify their authenticity.

However, the appearance of the device in the pictures is in line with other leaked photos and renders of the iPhone 6, suggesting that they may indeed be genuine.

Apple will unveil its eagerly-awaited iPhone at a "big" media event on September 9, according to reports. Judging by past releases, the iPhone 6 could then go on sale to the public from Friday, September 19.

The iPhone 6, Apple's ninth iPhone model, is expected to be released in two different sizes – 4.7-inches and 5.5-inches – with the smaller of the two to be made available first.

Both versions are expected to use in-cell touch panel technology – built into the screen and allowing for thinner construction than with standard touch panel films – that was introduced with the iPhone 5.

Like its predecessor, the new model is expected to come in silver, gold and space grey.