Before its launch, rumours of the iPhone 5C suggested that this was going to be a long-awaited budget handset that would let Apple take on cheaper Android phones. It wasn't to be, however, with Apple deciding to stick to its premium guns.
This year, the big difference is what Apple has decided to do with its previous line up. Typically, when a new iPhone is launched, the old model sees a price cut to make way for the new model. Given that Apple uses the same case for two generations, it has meant that there are two iPhones on sale that look the same, but have different specs and prices.
This time around, Apple has decided to distinguish between its handsets, by releasing the iPhone 5C as a direct replacement for the iPhone 5, which will go off sale. It's important to note at this point that the iPhone 5C is essentially, specs wise, an iPhone 5 in new clothing, rather than something completely new.
