Apple plans to unveil three iPhones this year, including iPhone 6C

Apple's iPhone fans may receive three surprises at once this year as reports suggest that the firm is planning on unveiling three new models of the smartphone in September.

According to a News.com.au. report, along with expected upgrades iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus, users could see an iPhone 6C too.

The new device is expected to come with a 4-inch screen, making it significantly smaller than the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 and 5.5-inch iPhone 6 Plus. It will be powered by the A8 chip while the two flagship phones will use a more powerful A9 chip.