Apple's big iPhone event is up and running, and the company just made its first big announcement regarding its new handsets: the iPhone 12. As expected, the design looks very similar to the older iPhones 4 and 5, with rounded edges and glass front and back. Below we've rounded up everything you need to know about the new smartphone.
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How to follow Apple’s “Hi, Speed” new iPhone 12 event on October 13 on your devices
Apple has scheduled a new media event on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 10am PDT. Like the previous “Time Flies” and WWDC 2020 presentations, this one's going to be an online-only video unveiling due to the coronavirus pandemic. Here are all the ways you can follow the presentation and how to watch the iPhone 12 event regardless of your location or device.
How to see Apple’s AR surprise hidden in the “Hi, Speed” new iPhone 12 event invite
Apple yesterday confirmed that its upcoming online video presentation to announce new products, without specifically mentioning new iPhones, will take place next Tuesday, October 13. Apple's landing page for the upcoming event with the tagline “Hi, Speed” hides a cool augmented reality Easter egg in plain sight, here's how to see it.
Apple October 13 “Hi, Speed” event wallpapers
Today, Apple announced their October 13 "Hi, Speed" event! The forthcoming event is anticipated to announce the iPhone 12 devices. Bringing a completely new form factor, 5G connectivity, and a new LiDAR sensor on Pro versions, the iPhone 12 is one of the most anticipated updates in several years. Inspired by the event invitations these "Hi, Speed" wallpapers will get you ready for the next week.
Apple may hold its iPhone 12 event on October 13, pre-orders rumored to start October 16
The next Apple event unveiling the iPhone 12 family is rumored to take place on Tuesday, October 13, with preorders starting the following Friday, October 16.
New Apple Watch SE starts at $279
In addition to the new Series 6 Apple Watch, Apple also unveiled another wearable today: the Apple Watch SE. True to rumors, the device features previous generation technology and a more digestible price tag. It starts at just $279.
Apple One bundle comes in 3 different tiers, starts at $14.95/month
As expected, Apple today announced the upcoming arrival of a new services bundle dubbed Apple One. There are three tiers to choose from, and prices start at just $14.95 per month.
New Apple Watch Series 6 features a 2.5x brighter, always-on display
Apple this morning unveiled the latest version of its wearable, the Apple Watch Series 6. Among the slew of new features announced is a enhanced display. Apple says the screen is 2.5x brighter than previous models, and is always on for quick information at a glance.
Apple online store goes offline ahead of today’s “Time Flies” event
The online Apple store has gone offline this morning ahead of the company's highly anticipated online product presentation scheduled to take place later today.
Even more Apple “Time Flies” event wallpapers for iPhone, iPad, desktop
On Tuesday September 15, 2020, Apple is hosting its "Time Flies" event online. The event is expected to unveil updates to the Apple Watch and iPad Air. Other anticipated stage-time items may include studio quality over the ear headphones, GPS-tracked AirTags, and a services subscription bundle akin to Amazon's Prime services.
As with all events, the media invitation has sparked inspiration of the iDB Wallpaper of the Week community. Below find 31 downloads of the Apple September 15 "Time Flies" event wallpapers, which draw design language from the invite graphic.
Apple September 15 “Time Flies” event wallpapers
With that long-anticipated Apple event now finally official, it's time (pun intended) for a new set of walls in our Wallpapers of the Week series, inspired by Apple's invitation graphics.
Apple is expected to announce a press briefing for new products this week
Apple is expected to send save-the-date invites for an upcoming iPhone 12 press briefing later this week, according to two prominent sources with deep connections within the company.