The iPhone 5 is here... well almost!

Apple today announced iPhone 5, the thinnest, lightest iPhone ever. It’s completely redesigned with a stunning new 4-inch Retina display, Apple’s A6 chip for blazing fast performance, ultrafast wireless technology, and even better battery life. iPhone 5 also comes with iOS 6, the world’s most advanced mobile operating system, with over 200 new features, including the all-new Apple-designed Maps app with turn-by-turn navigation, Facebook integration, the Passbook app, and more Siri features and languages. iPhone 5 starts at £529 and is available for pre-order at the Apple Online Store on September 14. It arrives in Apple Retail Stores starting at 8 a.m. on September 21. Also available at selected Apple Authorised Resellers and through Everything Everywhere, Orange, O2, T-Mobile, Vodafone and 3. Availability and contract pricing varies by carrier.

To find out more about the new iPhone 5 head over to Apple's Website.

The new iPhone 5 is fully ecthable so don't forget to head to our Create section if you want to Etch your new iPhone 5 or head to our Store to find a unique case that you can customise.