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Apple iPhone 16 series, Watch, and AirPods Coming September 10
Apple is setting its sights on September 10 for a major product launch where the iPhone 16 series will be introduced. It is said that new models of watches and AirPods will be joining the new lineup. This information comes from Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, known for his accurate Apple insights.
If the event does go ahead on September 10, as rumored, the new devices could be available as early as September 20. These insights came from insiders, though Apple has not yet confirmed any details about the event and would not comment on these reports.
In the new model of iPhone 16, the Capture Button—a nod to Sony—improved camera features leaked recently, updated chips, and slightly larger screens will appear. Besides, these devices are going to possess Apple’s newest Intelligence features.
The Apple Watch Series 10 or X will feature a larger but thinner display. The AirPods in this series will also come in standard earbuds—two different types, one of which will be fitted with noise cancellation for the very first time in the non-Pro series.
Apple is set to launch a new iPhone SE next year, according to multiple rumors. The last iPhone SE was released in 2022, so this update has been long-awaited. However, a new rumor suggests that the name might change. Instead of being called the iPhone SE, the new model could be named the iPhone 16E.
This would bring the SE series closer to the main iPhone family in terms of branding. Until now, the SE line has felt separate and often overlooked.
Above can be seen purported protective case design for the iPhone 16E. The iPhone 16E is rumored to come in only two colors: white and black. Its design is said to resemble the iPhone 14. For the first time, it will feature an OLED screen and Face ID, which feels surprising in late 2024.
Pricing rumors suggest the iPhone 16E will cost $499, a $70 increase over its predecessor. While pricier, the device promises significant improvements. It is rumored to include an A18 chipset, 8GB of RAM, and a 48 MP main camera borrowed from the iPhone 16. These enhancements make the price bump seem reasonable, especially for those wanting an iPhone at a more affordable price point.
If you’ve ever had issues like boot loops or a bricked iPhone, you may know that the only solution is to connect it to a PC or Mac to restore its firmware using iTunes. But now, according to a report from 9to5Mac, the new iPhone 16 models will allow users to restore their software wirelessly through a feature called RecoveryOS. This new feature will help iPhone 16s to restore wirelessly from another iPhone or iPad running iOS 18/iPadOS 18.
RecoveryOS has been available for Apple Watch and Apple TV for some time, but Apple is now bringing this feature to its most popular product — the iPhone. If your iPhone 16 is having firmware problems, you can place it on top of another iPhone or iPad (connected to Wi-Fi and Bluetooth), and the device will download and transfer the latest iOS version wirelessly to fix the issue of the affected device.
The iPhone 16 models are expected to come with a special recovery partition. This partition will manage the restoration process, even if the main iOS system is not working. It’s still unclear if RecoveryOS requires new hardware or whether this feature will eventually be available on older iPhone and iPad models.
Earlier this week Apple started rolling out iOS 18 and now the focus shifts to the upcoming iOS 18.1 (and iPadOS 18.1). The biggest change in this update is the introduction of Apple Intelligence a new set of AI-powered features which was not ready in time for the iPhone 16-series launch. The first batch of these AI features is expected to be available in October, except for users in the EU or China where the timeline is uncertain.
Apple has now reached the fourth round of betas for iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1. Beta versions of watchOS 11.1 tvOS 18.1, and VisionOS 2.1 are also starting beta testing.
Apple Intelligence is still in development. Some features are ready, while others will come in future updates. This AI technology works only on iPhone 15 Pro, the four iPhone 16 models and plus iPads and Macs with Apple silicon.
In Beta 4, a new feature for Type to Siri introduces autocomplete suggestions that update in real-time as you type. The new enhancement uses AI-powered suggestions, meaning Siri can now predict what you’re trying to say based on what you’ve typed so far. As you type, suggestions pop up that help you complete the sentence or phrase faster, improving efficiency and making interactions with Siri quicker and smoother. This update refines the experience by speeding up communication without requiring you to type full commands.
Other AI-powered tools include writing assistance across the system, object removal from photos, and the ability to generate images from text prompts.
As always it’s important to note that beta software is not recommended for daily use as it can have known and unknown bugs. Unless you are a developer interested in testing these new AI features, it’s better to wait for the official release in October.