Apple yesterday unveiled several new gizmos, some of which are priced higher than their predecessors. We're interested to hear your opinion about the latest iPhones, the new Apple Watch Series 3 models and Apple TV 4K. Specifically, what new device(s) are you planning on buying from Apple’s announcements yesterday, and why?
Yesterday, Apple unveiled the most advanced iPhone to date. The iPhone X is an incredible machine with an amazing OLED screen. In a special Wallpapers of the Week series, we are releasing multiple iPhone X wallpaper packs. We are excited to take full advantage of the wide color spectrum and intense black contrast capabilities of this new phone, through wallpapers.
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Apple unveiled quite a bit of new hardware during its iPhone X event. There's the new Apple Watch Series 3, the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, and the all-new iPhone X. After the event Apple allowed members of the press to go hands-on with the new devices, and as usual, we've put together a roundup of their initial impressions.
Apple Watch Series 3https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z1g7n0QZvvE
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62cWuFjzOgs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xtXbnLe64jw
iPhone 8 and 8 Plushttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FxwnTw6gaQg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E-NxvaVWjBM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-A3jDa2-Yc
iPhone Xhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1L7JFN7tQLs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HTXMhKWqnA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9bYO7uSnrg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AZTGeQ5msaU
The Apple Watch Series 3, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus all launch next week. The iPhone X is slated to launch in early November.
iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus are “precision‑engineered to resist water and dust,” in Apple's own words, as is the flagship iPhone X model, but the company has not increased water resistance of the new phones as some were hoping it would.
Read about the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus technical specifications including size, display, battery, cellular, cameras, and more.
On September 12, 2017, Apple unveiled an essential upgrade from the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus that the company dubs the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus.
The two new handsets bring hardware and cosmetic upgrades to the current iPhone lineup. An all-glass front and rear that are reminiscent of the days of the iPhone 4/4s are standard in all three colors. Apart from that, the bodies look and feel a lot like the iPhone 7 or iPhone 7 Plus you might already use, but with a few minor tweaks.
While the iPhone X stole the show at today's event, Apple also unveiled cheaper new handsets in the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus. They too feature some nice upgrades from their predecessors, including wireless charging and the new A11 processor.
For those wondering, here is the pricing and availability information for the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus:
Available for pre-order beginning this Friday, September 15 Available in stores and online on Friday, September 22 The iPhone 8 starts at $699 for 64GB, $849 for 256GB The iPhone 8 Plus starts at $799 for 64GB, $949 for 256GB Colorways include Silver, Gold and Space GrayHere are the countries where the phones will be available at launch:
Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Taiwan, UAE, the UK, the US and US Virgin Islands.
And starting September 29, the phones will be available in:
Andorra, Bahrain, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Estonia, Greece, Greenland, Guernsey, Hungary, Iceland, India, Isle of Man, Israel, Jersey, Kuwait, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Malta, Monaco, Poland, Qatar, Romania, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia and Slovenia.
So, who is going to be picking up an iPhone 8 or 8 Plus?
The new iPhone 8/Plus will be the first iPhone to include wireless charing. Utilizing the Qi wireless charging standard, you will soon be able to charge your iPhone 8 in many places just by setting it down.
Included in the new iPhone 8 and 8 Plus is Apple's powerful new processor, the A11 Bionic. Apple says it is the smartest, and most powerful processor ever in a smartphone.
Apple today unveiled the new iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus at the Steve Jobs Theater. The new devices feature glass sandwich design reinforced by a stainless steel band. The phones use the most durable glass ever in a smartphone, have True Tone Retina HD displays (LCD-based), 25 louder stereo speakers and deeper bass than iPhone 7.
An anonymous source who reached out to AppleInsider on Tuesday says Apple is working on a multi-device wireless charging accessory for early 2018 launch.
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities believes that Apple's own wireless charging accessory for the upcoming iPhones won't debut at today's event at the Steve Jobs Theater.
New tidbits continue to trickle out from the iOS 11 GM code leaked Friday by a suspected Apple employee, including fresh information regarding the 2017 iPhones RAM situation.