Highlights
- Apple Event Date: Expected on September 10, 2024
- Anticipated products include iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 10, Apple Watch Ultra 3, Apple Watch SE 3, two new AirPods models, M4 Mac upgrades, iPad Mini 7, and 11th Generation iPad.
It looks like September 10 it is.
Mark it in your calendars because that’s the day Apple is gearing up for its fall event.
The update comes from Bloomberg’s trusted Apple reporter Mark Gurman.
The highly anticipated September 10 Apple event is expected to introduce the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro models, along with new AirPods and Apple Watches.
The launch will be followed by the phones going on sale Sept 20,which is Apple’s standard approach seen in the last few launches .
Apple hasn’t officially confirmed the date of the iPhone 16 event, but it mostly announces new iPhones at an event held on the second Tuesday of September.
Bloomberg’s reporting would mean Apple would should continue the same .
Although Apple hasn’t officially confirmed the event date, the Cupertino Giant typically unveils new iPhones on the second Tuesday of September.
This trend aligns with Gurman’s speculation.
Media invites are expected to go out in the coming week.
If Apple sticks to this suggested schedule, we can expect the new iPhones to be officially announced on September 10.
And based on this we can assume that iPhone 16 would hit stores globally around September 20.
What To Expect
- iPhone 16 Series – iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max
- Apple Watch Series 10 or Apple Watch X)
- Apple Watch Ultra 3
- Apple Watch SE 3
- Two fourth-generation AirPods
- M4 Macs Upgrades
- iPad Mini 7 and 11th Generation iPad
It is widely reported the iPhone 16 series will closely resemble the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro.
The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are reported to have a larger screen size.
Leaks have suggested that 16 Pro and Pro Max would get 6.3 and 6.9-inch screen sizes, respectively.
The iPhone 16 models will get an upgraded display and camera system. The phones will also feature the new A18 chip.
iPhone 16 series and the rest of the products expected to come out will also have Apple Intelligence well-integrated for smarter device functions.
The standout new feature, however, would be a capacitive “Capture Button” on the side.
iPhone 16 models are rumoured to feature a glossy titanium finish, giving the device a sleek appearance similar to the stainless steel finishes of previous models but with improved scratch resistance.
The iPhone 16 models are expected to be available in black, green, pink, blue, and white.
Image- Apple Insider
On the other hand, the iPhone 16 Pro models are anticipated to come in more premium shades, including black, white or silver, grey or Natural Titanium, and a new rose gold colour, replacing the the previous Blue Titanium option.
It is being claimed that the button is specifically designed for quickly snapping photos and videos.
Apple is also set to launch the Apple Watch Series 10.
These will most likely feature larger displays and thinner cases.
It is coming with several new features, including enhanced health and fitness tracking capabilities.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3 is also said to be part of the lineup.
The iPhone maker may also introduce the third-generation Apple Watch SE.
Apple announce the release date for all of its latest software updates as well.
That includes iOS 18, iPadOS 18, watchOS 11, macOS Sequoia, tvOS 18, and visionOS 2.
Based on the timing of previous software rollouts, we anticipate these updates to be available on Wednesday, September 18.
The launch is important for the company, which has seen sluggish sales in recent quarters.
The upcoming iPhone 16 is anticipated to help boost revenue, with some sales recorded in the current fiscal quarter.
Analysts predict a 7% revenue increase to $128.4 billion in the holiday quarter.
As for AirPods, Apple is expected to introduce two new entry-level models.
Both will include noise cancellation for the first time.
However, it is also suggested in certain reports that there won’t be any AirPod Pro models.
As per leaks, the new AirPods will be powered by the H2 chipset, which could offer improved audio quality and battery life.
Leaks suggest that AirPods 4 will come in two variants, both featuring a USB Type-C charging port.
The Macs that are seen are marked with the labels “16,1,” “16,2,” “16,3” and “16,10.”
They show models with base-level versions of the M4 chip.
Three of the Macs have 10 total cores in their central processing units, or CPUs, while one low-end version includes eight total cores — a measure of performance.
The versions with 10-core CPUs have 10-core GPUs, or graphics engines.
The model with an eight-core CPU, meanwhile, has an eight-core graphics engine.
They have either 16 or 32 gigabytes of memory.
Reports have hinted that the iPhone 16 series might see a slight increase in prices due to rising production costs.
The base iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus are expected to be priced similarly to last year’s models, with the iPhone 16 starting at around Rs 79,900 and the iPhone 16 Plus at Rs 89,900.
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max may see a price increase of up to Rs 10,000.
The iPhone 15 Pro launched last year at Rs 1,34,900 while the Pro Max debuted at Rs 1,59,900.
Stay tuned for official confirmation from Apple.
Apple iPhone 16 Specs
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano + eSIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone |
| Release Date | September 07, 2024 (Expected) |
| Type | Color OLED Screen (1B Colors) |
| Touch | Yes |
| Size | 6.12 inches, 1200 x 2600 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:09 |
| Features | Super Retina XDR Display, HDR Display, True Tone, Wide Color (P3), Haptic Touch, 1200 Nits Max Brightness (HDR), Support for Display of Multiple Languages and Characters Simultaneously |
| Notch | Yes, Small Notch |
| RAM | 8 GB |
| Storage | 128 GB |
| Card Slot | No |
| GPS | yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| Fingerprint Sensor | No |
| Face Unlock | Yes |
| Sensors | Barometer, Three‑axis Gyro, Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Lightning |
| NFC | Yes |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 6 m upto 30 min |
| IP Rating | IP69 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes |
| Extra Features | Satellite Connectivity, Crash Detection |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP f/1.5 (Main) |
| 12 MP f/2.4 (Ultra Wide) with autofocus | |
| Features | Panorama, Night Mode, Deep Fusion, Smart HDR 4, Photographic Styles, Burst Mode, Photo Geotagging |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 24/25/30/60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 25/30/60 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, Dual LED |
| Front Camera | 12 MP f/1.9 (TrueDepth) with Retina Flash |
| Front Video Recording | 4K @ 60 fps UHD, 1080p @ 60 fps FHD |
| OS | iOS v18 |
| Chipset | Apple Bionic A17 |
| CPU | Octa Core Processor |
| GPU | Apple 4 Core GPU |
| Type | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 3500 mAh, Li-ion Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | Yes, 25W MagSafe |
| Music Playback Time | 100 hours |
FAQs
Q1. What is the capture button in iPhone 16?
Answer. The new iPhone 16s will have a capacitive “Capture Button” on the side.
It is being claimed that the button is specifically designed for quickly snapping photos and videos.
Q2. How many iPhone 16 will be there?
Answer. iPhone 16 Series will include iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Q3. When is the next Apple event for iPhone 16?
Answer. Apple hasn’t officially confirmed the event date, but we can expect the new iPhones to be officially announced on September 10 as per the latest reports.
Q4. How is the iPhone 16 different?
Answer. The iPhone 16 models will get an upgraded display and camera system.
The phones will also feature the new A18 chip. The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max are reported to have a larger screen size.
iPhone 16 series and the rest of the products expected to come out will also have Apple Intelligence well-integrated for smarter device functions.
Q5. When will iPhone 16 be available in stores?
Answer. If Apple announced new iPhones on September 10, based on that we can assume iPhone 16 would hit stores globally around September 20.
Q6. Is Apple Expected to Debut iPhone 16, Apple Watch 10, and AirPods 4 on September 10 ?
Apple plans to hold an event to introduce the iPhone 16 models, the next-generation Apple Watch models, and new AirPods on Tuesday, September 10, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman.
After the September 10 unveiling, the devices will launch on Friday, September 20.
With that timeline, we can expect new software like iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia to come out a few days ahead of the September 20 hardware launch.
Apple has not yet officially announced the date for its September event, with Gurman instead citing sources familiar with Apple’s plans.
Apple is expected to send out media invites as soon as next week.
The iPhone 16 models will include more powerful A18 chips that work with Apple Intelligence, and the entire iPhone 16 lineup is expected to support the new iOS 18 update.
Apple plans to make the display of the iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max slightly bigger, and all four models will get a new Capture Button for taking photos.
Standard iPhone 16 models will adopt the Action Button for the first time, and there is an improved Ultra Wide 48-megapixel camera coming to the iPhone 16 Pro lineup.
As for the Apple Watch models, we are expecting an Apple Watch Series 10, a new version of the Apple Watch SE, and a refreshed Apple Watch Ultra.
There are design changes in the works for the standard Apple Watch, with Apple set to introduce a thinner design and larger displays.
AirPods 4 are coming as well, with Apple planning to debut two models for the first time.
The lower-end model will be similar to the current AirPods, while the higher-end version will include Active Noise Cancellation.
Q7. What are 5 Apple event rumours or anticipations till now ?
Apple is expected to make minor design changes to its new-generation iPhone series to fit new features and functionalities.
For the standard iPhone 16 models, the company may re-design the camera module from diagonal placement to vertical for spatial recording features.
iPhone 16 Pro models might get increased display sizes of 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch.
All the iPhone 16 models are also rumoured to feature a new “Capture Button.’
Apple may consider a price hike due to several new enhancements including to chipset series, AI features, expensive camera lenses, and others.
The standard iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus may not get a price increase .
There is surety that the iPhone 16 Pro models may get a $100increase in comparison to its predecessor.
Pro models may not include the 128GB storage capacity
Apple is expected to launch the 10th generation of the Apple Watch and the Apple Watch Ultra 3.
While the rumours about the smartwatches are slim, leaks suggest that the Apple Watch Series 10 may get bigger displays.
Till the 9th generation, the Apple watch was in 41mm and 45mm sizes.
It could change to 45mm and 49mm.
New-gen Apple Watch may come with Sleep apnea and hypertension detection feature to give users enhanced health and fitness tracking.
Apple is said to bring a new Sleep apnea and hypertension detection feature that may be similar to blood oxygen saturation tracking.
Due to the Masimo Corp case for patent infringement, it may take some time to officially roll out the feature to the consumers.
Apple may announce the new generation of AirPods with two speculated models in a vanilla and a Pro version this would be after 3 years .
Apple may introduce a more affordable version of wearables to replace the second-generation AirPods.
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