Sifting through the latest 2.x firmware has led some to confirmation that in (probably) six months or so we should be seeing a new iPhone 2.1 model. Whether that's an announcement, or a release, is still TBD.
According to Macrumors, the string "iPhone 2,1" can be found in the firmware. Apple uses these models numbers to distinguish between different hardware models, and not just for the iPhone or iPod Touch, either. These types of strings are used for their computer hardware as well.
The original iPhone carries the model number of "iPhone 1,1" while the iPhone 3G is "iPhone 1,2." You'll recall the first generation iPod Touch was the "iPod 1,1" and back in July when mention of a new iPod Touch was discovered in much the same way. The second gen iPod Touch which added a speaker, volume controls, microphone support and a faster processor than the 1st generation model is labeled "iPod2,1."
Of course, did we really have to have this as evidence that a new model was coming? I believe that many are expecting something to be unveiled at WWDC later this year. In the past however, Apple has introduced the iPhone at one show, and then released it to retail months later. Will they change that strategy?
An unnamed developer has also found reference to the "iPhone 2,1" in reports tracking ad views (above, other tracking numbers redacted). That means that testing is in progress.
iPhone with a keyboard? Faster CPU? Better graphics? We'll see.
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