Apple to hold Apple Event ‘Far Out’ on September 7, 2020, with many new product launches expected. Let’s take a look at what is expected to be launched at this event.
What to Expect at Apple’s ‘Far Out’ Event on September 7th
1. iPhone 14
The main change of the iPhone 14 this time is that there will not be a mini version of the iPhone. The iPhone 13 mini will be the last iPhone with a screen size of 5.4 inches, but this year we will see two versions of the iPhone 14 come with 2. It will have the screen size of the iPhone 14 is a 6.1-inch screen and the iPhone 14 Max will have a 6.7-inch screen (it may be called the iPhone 14 Plus).
As for the design of the iPhone 14, it is expected to use the same notch screen as the iPhone 13. And according to rumors, the screen of the iPhone 14 will not have the ProMotion technology reserved only for the iPhone 14 Pro.
The iPhone 14’s rear camera is expected to use the Ultra-Wide camera that was in last year’s iPhone 13. It won’t get a new camera upgrade like the Pro model, but the front camera will be upgraded to an f/1.9 aperture and will be able to focus automatically.
It is rumored that the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Max could continue to use the same A15 Bionic mass effect chip, focusing mainly on internal modifications and improving performance from the original model. in terms of efficiency, speed, consumption and power management too.
Inside the specifications, the iPhone 14 is expected to use 6GB of RAM, comes with WiFi 6E, and is said to use a 5G modem chip from Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X65 10 Gigabit to enable the cellular-free satellite communication feature. Rumors indicate that Apple will use it for emergency features such as texting, calling and reporting in emergency situations. no phone signal
As for the new color, rumors indicate that the iPhone 14 will come with a new purple color. There are black, white, red and blue options, and the price should remain the same, starting at $799.
2. iPhone 14 Pro
The iPhone 14 Pro is expected to come in two screen sizes, with the iPhone 14 Pro using a 6.1-inch screen and the iPhone 14 Pro Max using a 6.7-inch screen. but it will use a hole design on the capsule-shaped screen instead And there is a picture of the TrueDepth front camera in a circle next to each other.
But later rumors indicate that Apple will combine the holes on the screen to have just one. It is a long capsule, with the space between the two holes. An apple is the area to show privacy points. Show dot camera access icon (green dot), mic access (orange dot) during user interaction.
As for the display screen of the iPhone 14 Pro, rumors indicate that it will use a ProMotion display, refresh rates of 1Hz-120Hz, and that it has an Always On Display function, similar to the Apple Watch that many people have been wait for it. for a long time
The front camera is expected to be upgraded to have a large f/1.9 aperture and autofocus capability. As for the rear camera, the new wide-angle camera has a resolution of 48 million pixels, with a 21 percent larger sensor, takes high-resolution photos and can record 8K video. The telephoto camera will be upgraded to use 7 lenses and will The Ultra-Wide camera has also been improved It’s safe to say that this is the biggest update to the iPhone camera.
The internal specifications are expected to use a new A16 Bionic processor, 6GB of RAM, the same as the iPhone 13 Pro, and the 5G modem is expected to be Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X65 10 Gigabit for faster 5G support and satellite communication, according to rumors . Previously, including support for Wi-Fi 6E
With quite a few new upgrades, it is expected that the iPhone 14 Pro could have a higher starting price than before. Expected to add about $100 more, the iPhone 14 Pro starts at $1,099 and the iPhone 14 Pro Max starts at $1,199 and comes in a new purple color. and graphite gold and silver color options
3. Series 8 Apple Watch
Apple Watch Series 8 is expected to have no design changes. It keeps the same design as the Apple Watch Series 7, with cases measuring 41 mm and 45 mm. It is expected to use the S8 processor and come in a new shade of red.
A new sensor that can be added is a body temperature sensor This can detect changes in the wearer’s body temperature. Initially, it can be used for those planning a pregnancy, and perhaps in future Apple Watch models that it will add a notification if the wearer is found to have a higher body temperature than usual or has a fever
The limitation of wrist transdermal body temperature measurement is It has to do with accuracy that is not equal to normal body temperature readings, so Apple Watch Series 8 may not warn and report body temperature in degrees Celsius. but it will report whether the body temperature is normal or high
Additionally, a collision detection feature can be added. That works with fall detection and an accelerometer that detects increased gravity. along with alerting the emergency services when needed and new activity tracking updates including the new power saving mode enhancement Allows users to perform certain functions while in power saving mode.
4. Apple Watch Pro
In addition to the launch of the new Apple Watch Series 8, this year there are rumors that Apple will launch a new version of the high-end Apple Watch Pro, possibly with a new design. The body is rectangular.
Later, he added rumors that the Apple Watch Pro will come with a flat screen. rounded edge houses The edges of the machine are curved from the bottom and become smooth on the screen. Comes with newly updated side buttons that protrude from the housing quite a bit. This makes it easier to control the buttons.
The Apple Watch Pro is expected to be larger than the 45mm screen, which is the largest screen in the current model. The screen measures 2 inches diagonally, up from the 45 inch screen which measures 1.9 inches diagonally This larger screen can display more information. For example, display exercise metrics on the screen that show more than ever.
The Apple Watch Pro is designed to be robust. It is aimed at users who enjoy extreme sports or extreme use. The case is expected to use a titanium alloy material that can withstand heavy use and use a shatter-resistant screen.
As for the battery, of course, the Apple Watch Pro is bigger than the Series 8, so the battery can be bigger. to support larger display screen and longer use Such as long exercise and low power saving mode, it can last longer than normal models.
The general new features of the Apple Watch Pro will probably be the same as the Apple Watch Series 8, but they may be more expensive. Probably in the 900-1000 USD range.
5. Apple Watch SE 2nd Generation
Coming to the Apple Watch, the affordable version of the Apple Watch SE is expected to be launched this year at the same time. But it may not have new features like the Apple Watch Series 8 and Apple Watch Pro, which should focus on performance upgrades. use a faster processing chip and can add the Always On Display feature
6. AirPods Pro 2nd Generation
AirPods Pro were first released in 2019 and have not been updated. The latest rumors indicate that Apple will also launch the 2nd generation AirPods Pro at this event. It comes with a new design that is smaller than the original and cuts out the stem. But recently there have been conflicting rumors indicating that Apple is still using a similar design. There are silicone headphones and ear tips.
The charging case may add a speaker to play audio when finding AirPods Compatible with the Find My feature, the chip can use the newly updated H1 chip. with adjustable noise canceling capability Or maybe using the H2 chip, we’ll have to wait and see.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed that the new AirPods Pro will support Lossless Audio (ALAC) playback of higher quality audio files. Better battery life and in-ear detection Supports Bluetooth LE. Multiple devices can be connected at the same time.
9. Announce the release date of a software update
At the Apple Event, Apple is expected to announce the release date for software updates introduced at WWDC2022. It is expected in this event to announce the release date of iOS 16, watchOS 9, tvOS 16 and
As for iPadOS 16, Apple has confirmed that the update will be released later than usual. Due to a major change to iPadOS, the update will not be released alongside iOS 16. The update is expected to be released in October alongside macOS 13 Ventura, according to rumors from Mar Gurman.
8. 10th Generation iPad
For the iPad, there is a chance that we will see a new low-cost version of the iPad, the 10th generation iPad. Previously, many renders revealed that the iPad body will use a square shape, rounded edges and there are still . Home button for Touch ID.
The screen is expected to be 10.5-inches, come with a USB-C port and use a faster A14 Bionic processor. The rear camera will be a single lens camera. Support 5G connection, no headphone jack. and remains affordable as before
9. iPad Pro
Apple is expected to refresh the new iPad Pro on the 11-inch and 12.9-inch models, with the main upgrade being the faster M2 processor chip used in the MacBook Air and the recently announced 13-inch MacBook Pro at WWDC2022. During the past June
Earlier rumors suggested that the 11-inch iPad Pro could be upgraded to use a mini LED display, but later said it probably won’t. due to cost issues
Other rumors suggest that the iPad Pro will bring back the MagSafe wireless charging used on the iPhone, possibly engraved with the Apple logo on the glass and increased. to support this wireless charging And it may share power to other devices to be charged as well and they can be added to the Smart Connector to 4 points to help connect to the Smart Keyboard better
The new Apple Pencil is rumored to be paired with the new iPad Pro, and an image of the Apple Pencil has been revealed which has a similar glossy finish to the 1st generation Apple Pencil, with a new tip. The design is similar to Apple Pencil 2.
For the 10th generation iPad and iPad Pro, we have to wait and see at the ‘Far Out’ Apple Event to see if a new iPad will be launched or not. If not, we may have to wait for the October 2022 event.
10. AR/VR Glasses
The first Apple AR/VR glasses are rumored to be an advanced, specialized device. It has two very high resolution displays for each eye, two 4K micro-OLED displays, a camera and several sensors, and uses RealityOS software.
The internal processing chip It is expected to be an Apple-designed chip, using two main chips to help with image processing, support for Wi-Fi 6E, eye tracking. object tracking and hand gesture control, etc. It is expected to debut in 2023, but it is unlikely that it will see its debut at this event.
Watch the ‘Far Out’ Apple Event
On the evening of September 7, starting September 8, 2022, you can watch the live launch of the iPhone 14 and other products at Apple’s ‘Far Out’ Event. The iMoD team will go live. On the evening of September 7 at 11:20 pm on via Facebook Fanpage: iMoD and can follow updates on the web. https://www.iphonemod.net/
Source: MacRumors
