Apple is expected to hold a September event where it will unveil new iPhone models. This means that we are now so close to the event. Apple has not specified when the event takes place, but sources say that the unveiling event will go live on August 12. There are a lot of things we expect to see at this year’s event, ranging from new iPhones to new MacBook.
The Cupertino firm has its long-term tradition of launching new iPhone models at its September event. However, things will change this year. Sources claim that Apple will debut a new MacBook Pro model this year. The upcoming MacBook Pro will cost less than $1200 at launch, but Apple will ditch Touch Bar and Touch ID to achieve a lower price tag.
Rumors regarding this year’s iPhone models have been circulating around for months. According to the latest sources, Apple will release three new iPhone models this year, including a new iPhone X, a new iPhone X Plus, and a 6.1 inch iPhone. The 6.1 inch iPhone will belong to the mid-range segment and lack some advanced features.
The mid-range iPhone model will sport an LCD panel, but Apple will improve the display to allow for brighter, better picture quality and more details. With a lot of contradictory rumors, it’s hard to keep up with the latest happenings out there. With that in mind, we are here to help.
In the section below, we have gathered everything we expect to see at this year’s September event. For some background, last year, Apple announced new iPhone models, including iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, and, iPhone X at the Steve Jobs Theater. So, we are expecting Apple to do the same thing this year.
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When are we seeing new iPhone models?
Most reports and rumors claim that Apple will debut three new iPhones this year. Last year, the Cupertino company moved away from its tradition of unveiling two iPhone models at this year’s event. Sources say that Apple will stick with three iPhone models every year. Apple’s move aims to attract more users this year as Apple iPhone has seen a slow growth in iPhone sales in recent years.
Last year, Apple debuted new iPhone models on September 12. However, the iPhone X release was pushed back to November due to supply issues. Reports claim that new iPhone models will see a global rollout on September 21, but the 6.1-inch model will not be ready until October.
According to tech experts, Apple will hold its September event at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park in Cupertino, where it announced new iPhone models last year. Besides, Apple will live stream the event on its website and Apple TV. You will also be able to watch the event on PCs running Windows 10.
Back in March, Apple did not provide live-stream for its education event. However, things will change this September.
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New iPhone models
Last year, the iPhone X did not have a good start as Apple reported a slow sales performance. However, the X quickly gained its popularity on the market. Apple shipped more than 16 million iPhone X units during the first quarter of the year. Apple recently confirmed that the iPhone X remains the most popular iPhone model on the market.
At this year’s event, Apple will debut three flagship phones, one of which includes a 6.1 inch iPhone. The phone will sport a 6.1 LCD display panel, while the other two devices will be the next generation versions of last year’s models.
Sources say that the 6.1 inch iPhone model will feature the wireless charging functionality and Face ID. However, the device will stick to the first-gen Face ID found on the current iPhone X. Face ID is Apple’s new security measure that allows you to unlock your phone with a simple glance. Apple’s face scanner has its own issues that may ruin your experience.
A lot of iPhone X owners have reported that Face ID fails to work or gets stuck. Apple is promising to fix the issue in the future. Reports say that Apple has been working on a second-gen Face ID for next iPhone release.
Rumors claim that the iPhone X Plus will feature an OLED display panel. Last year, Apple first adopted an OLED panel for its iPhone. Earlier this year, Ming-Chi-Kuo, who is best known for his accurate forecasts when it comes to Apple products, says that all 2019 iPhone models will come with OLED panels.
LG Display will be providing Apple with LCD panels for iPhone models. The South Korean firm will be joining Apple’s supply chain and be sharing the production volume with Samsung. The later will supply hundreds of millions of OLED panels for next iPhone models.
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Apple Watch Series 4
Apple Watch is among the best smartwatches on the market. The company is selling millions of units every quarter. Last year, Apple debuted the Apple Watch 3 with LTE connectivity after months of leaks and rumors.
According to the latest reports, Apple Watch 3 with LTE now dominates the smartwatch market. Specifically, Apple now grabs over 55% of the cellular-enabled smartwatch market in Q1/2018. In reality, there is not a specific competitor out there from the likes of Google and Samsung.
The Samsung Gear S3 smartwatch is falling behind Apple Watch on the market. Samsung is expected to launch the fourth generation Gear watch this year to take on Apple’s watch. The Gear S4 is rumored to come with a lot of new things like a new design, a bigger display, and new skills.
The next Apple Watch is expected to make its debut with new health and fitness features, new watch faces, brighter display, and many more. The upcoming watch will be available in two versions, but it remains unknown when Apple will launch them to the public.
Apple’s September keynote is one of the biggest technology events of the year. The event belongs to iPhone models, but we want to see something new this year.
