The technology giant Apple will hold its annual iPhone event tomorrow (Wed), under the branding Far Out, where it is expected to announce new iPhone 14 models, innovations in the smart watch division, new computers and more. Also this year, the event will take place in a virtual format and will be broadcast live – you are welcome to follow the live updates on the Globes website.
Many rumors have been published so far in the shadow of many problems (inflation, the lack of components, the war in Ukraine). What do we know so far about Apple’s expected announcements tomorrow?
iPhone 14 plus in, iPhone 14 mini out
As already announced, Apple is changing the layout of its devices: if so far, a mini version, a standard version, a Pro version and a Pro Max version have been launched, now the mini version is expected to be left behind, and in its place the company plans to launch an iPhone 14 Plus model. It is expected to be the size of the Pro Max models (6.7 inches), but without the upgrades that the Pro models have.
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According to a report in 9to5Mac, the Pro models are expected to receive many big changes. The report stated that there would be a new design, a better processor, significant improvements in the camera – and that the report stated that “the iPhone 14 series will likely be one of Apple’s biggest launches in years.” Against this, Bloomberg says that it seems that the improvements in the iPhone 14 will be modest and not breathtaking, and for the second time in a row.
In the design sector – Apple is expected to reduce the bay, the area where the sound hole, the front camera and the FaceID sensors are located. Instead of a deficit, the company will shrink to a small oval. According to a report in 9to5Mac, the company is expected to add privacy lights to this area: until now, on the side of the screen, the device displayed dots of different colors to indicate that sensors such as a camera or microphone are being used. Now, it means that a green light will light up between the camera and the facial recognition sensor if the camera is working. In another report from the same body, it was stated that one of the most popular features in Android, Always On, will now also come to the iPhone. This is a feature that always displays the time, weather or other data on the screen – so there will be no need to wake up the screen to get this information.
According to the rumors, the Pro models will have the three cameras that are there today, and the basic models will keep the two sensors. However, it is indicated that the very structure of the photographic array, meaning the protrusion of the camera, will increase. This ties into another rumor – higher resolution sensors. According to market forecasters, the front camera will get improved autofocus. The reports indicate that the battery will also get an upgrade and will be much more powerful.
And the bottom line, the price. According to many leakers and sources abroad, Apple is expected to leave its basic models (iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus) at similar prices. However, the pro models (iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max) are expected to be $100 more expensive compared to the previous generation. Thus The rumors indicate that the iPhone 14 Pro will start at a price of $1,100 in the United States, the Pro Max at $1,200. However, there are those who estimate that Apple will play it safe and raise prices more moderately – an increase of about $50 for all models.
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iPhone 14: $749
iPhone 14 Plus: $849
iPhone 14 Pro: $1,049
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Along with all these, there are estimates that Apple is expected to introduce several Mac computers and at least two new iPads during the year.
Pro smart watch designed for extreme sports and new headphones
Bloomberg reported that Apple will introduce three new Apple Watch models, the Apple Watch Series 8. According to the report, the watches will receive a new body temperature sensor and better battery life. Apart from the regular model, Apple is also expected to launch a second generation of Apple Watch SE, and Apple may even launch a “Pro” version with a different design and finish that is suitable for extreme sports (such as “mountain bikers, hikers and marathon runners”). The pro version will get a bigger display and a bigger battery.
Alongside a watch, Apple may also present its new AirPods Pro 2. According to Bloomberg, a design that is similar to the current generation and will include the next version of Apple’s audio processor, H1. Among the rumors it is even written that fitness sensors are expected to join for the first time.
Will Apple launch its own mixed reality helmet?
Rumors about an Apple Mixed Reality Headset have increased over the past year, and many are waiting to see what the company is expected to present in this division. A few months ago it was reported that the company’s board of directors had received his blood for testing, but nothing more was revealed. Rumors at the moment indicate that Apple is expected to unveil the helmet as early as the end of this year and start selling the product in 2023. The Apple event tomorrow could be great timing for the company to do this.
Among the estimates, Apple could revive Steve Jobs’ phrase One More Thing to give a future teaser for the helmet. At the beginning of the year, at the WWDC event, its developer event, the company gave a teaser about a new Mac Pro without giving any further details.
According to a Bloomberg report, if Apple reveals the helmet tomorrow it will be called Reality Pro or Reality One. The development has been in the laboratories for years, and the helmet is expected to combine capabilities of augmented reality and virtual reality.