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Apple’s new flagship handsets, the iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max, pack momentous hardware upgrades to the microchips and silicon inside, but they also feature improved resistance to water.
Taking the stage at the September 12th event, Apple’s own Phil Schiller revealed how the iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max each feature a robust IP68 water resistance rating, which is good for 2 meters for up to 30 minutes.
At Apple’s September 12th event, the Cupertino-based company unveiled its new iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max handsets with a bevy of hardware upgrades from their predecessor, the iPhone X.
One of the significant leaps comes by way of faster and more secure Face ID authentication, the process of which has been sped up with improved algorithms and a zippier secure enclave.
Among the new products Apple has announced at its Gather Round event this morning is the iPhone Xs Max. As the rumor mill predicted, this new handset features a 6.5-inch OLED panel, which Apple has branded a Super Retina display. It features a resolution of 458 ppi, 1-million-to-1 contrast ration, and support for Dolby Vision and HDR10.
In a new research note issued to clients this morning, respected Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has expressed his belief that the Cupertino technology firm won't integrate an infrared depth-sensing system on the rear of new iPhones due in 2019, citing two reasons.
The upcoming iPhone Xs refresh may include a brand new 512-gigabyte storage option that should be perfect for the demanding types who need as much onboard storage as possible to store their 4K videos, high-resolution photographs, premium games, apps and other content.
When Apple introduces new iOS devices, it also typically retires older models. Expect more the same after the company unveils three new iPhones tomorrow, Sept. 12.
Current lineupAt both Apple retail stores and online, you can select from eight iPhone models currently, including the:
iPhone X (announced in 2017) iPhone 8 (2017) iPhone 8 Plus (2017) iPhone 7 (2016) iPhone 7 Plus (2016) iPhone SE (2016) iPhone 6s (2015) iPhone 6s Plus (2015)As far back as January, reputed Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said Apple planned on retiring the iPhone X when new models are launched. Given that this year's iPhone lineup is expected to include a second-generation iPhone X, the so-called the iPhone Xs, this rumor makes sense.
We're also almost certainly going to see the retirement of the 2015 iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. It doesn't make sense for Apple to keep either model around after tomorrow.
Meanwhile, I don't believe the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will survive another year, given their similarities with the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus. However, it's possible Apple could keep them around to become low-cost models, so stay tuned.
What's less certain is the fate of the iPhone SE. Earlier this year, it looked like Apple was planning on releasing a new 4-inch handset to replace the iPhone SE sometime in 2018. However, those rumors have died down in recent months. With no 4-inch iPhone on the horizon, Apple could feasibly elect to keep the iPhone SE around for another year or no longer produce a handset at that size.
Proposed new iPhone lineupHere's what is likely to be the new iPhone lineup after tomorrow's event:
iPhone Xs (2018) iPhone Xs Max (2018) iPhone Xr (2018) iPhone 8 (2017) iPhone 8 Plus (2017) iPhone SE (2016) (possibly) What does this mean?If you own one of the devices that Apple retires tomorrow, don't be overly concerned. Years ago, when Apple retired an iPhone, it meant that iOS support was ending soon too. However, that isn't the case anymore.
Apple has already said iOS 12 will support the iPhone 5s and newer devices. Therefore, even if you own an iPhone 6s, for example, iOS support for your device should continue at least for another year or two.
We should know soon enough. Tomorrow's event begins at 10 a.m. PDT from the Steve Jobs Theater on the Apple Park Campus. This year, Apple is providing live streaming of the event through various outlets including, for the first time, Twitter.
With one day to go before Apple's big "Gather round" event, new details have emerged about the devices most likely to make an appearance tomorrow. The details come from 9to5Mac, which was the first outlet to publish real images purportedly of the upcoming iPhone Xs/Xs Max and fourth-generation Apple Watch.
Wireless carriers China Telecom and China Unicom have begun promoting a rumored dual-SIM feature for new iPhones ahead of tomorrow's “Gather round” iPhone Xs event keynote.
Instagram has confirmed that it's currently testing a new feature that would permit users to tag their friends in their video posts, not just in photos.
Two days before it's holding its "Gather round" event, Apple is inviting the public to the big show via a promoted tweet. The post asks users to tap on the Twitter heart below the tweet to receive updates on event day. Apple's event begins at 10 a.m. PDT on Wednesday, Sept. 12.
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo today issued a research note to clients in which he outlined some interesting predictions about Apple's upcoming product refreshes. According to the analyst, 2018's iPhones won't ditch Lightning I/O for USB-C like iPad Pros nor will they include a stronger, Power Delivery-compatible power adapter to support the fast charge function.
I’ve been reporting on Apple through various outlets for over eight years. During that time, I have covered plenty of “special” events like the one we’re about to see this week. Based on my experience, there are things I’ve come to expect from Apple during these events, and things I do not.