Tim Cook, CEO of Apple, during the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference at Apple Park campus in Cupertino, California, on June 10, 2024.
Apple is hosting an event at its headquarters in Cupertino, California where it just announced the Apple Watch Series 10 and a black version of the Apple Watch Ultra 2. It’s about to announce its new iPhone 16 models and new AirPods.
Here’s what Apple has announced so far:
Apple Watch Series 10 with an updated design, a polished titanium option, and a new S10 chip.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 in satin black
Apple is also likely to talk more about Apple Intelligence, its new artificial intelligence that was first unveiled during WWDC in June. Some AI features, such as automatically summarizing texts and notifications, will come with Apple’s latest software.
The big question will be whether there is enough new stuff to drive iPhone upgrades, especially if Apple increases prices.
We will post live updates below, but you can also watch the Apple event YouTube livestream here:
AirPods Pro 2 has three new health features
Apple marketed AirPods Pro 2 as a product with “incredible health capabilities,” including three dedicated health features.
Hearing protection, which is turned on by default across listening modes, will be available to all users.
iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max announced
iPhone 16 Pro.
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Apple has just introduced the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, complementing the previously announced iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus. These premium models boast upgraded displays and cameras compared to their standard counterparts.
The iPhone 16 Pro features a 6.3-inch display, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max offers a larger 6.9-inch screen. Both displays are larger than their predecessors, which measured 6.1 and 6.7 inches, respectively. Apple highlighted the "thinnest borders on any Apple product" and called them “by far our best iPhone displays ever.” The phones are constructed from titanium, which is almost half the weight of stainless steel and more scratch-resistant than other forms of titanium used in the industry.
The iPhone 16 Pro models come in four finishes: white, black, natural, and a new “desert” color. Apple also claimed that the iPhone 16 Pro Max has "the best iPhone battery life ever," though no further details were provided.
Under the hood, the new models feature the A18 Pro chip, which includes second-generation 3-nanometer transistors and a 16-core neural engine designed for generative AI tasks. This leads to a 17% increase in system memory bandwidth, making it faster and more efficient than the A18.
The A18 Pro also powers new camera upgrades, including a 48-megapixel "fusion camera" that processes data twice as fast, a 48-megapixel ultrawide camera for enhanced wide-angle shots, and a 5x telephoto lens for improved zoomed-in details. Video capture is upgraded as well, offering 4K resolution at 120 frames per second—the highest on any iPhone to date.
Audio enhancements include four "studio-quality" microphones with reduced background noise, designed for both vocal and acoustic recordings, and spatial audio capture. A new "Audio Mix" feature, which Apple called an “industry first,” leverages machine learning to separate background sounds from speech. Additionally, an upcoming Voice Memos update will allow users to layer tracks on top of previously recorded memos, catering to musicians experimenting with different sounds.
The iPhone 16 Pro starts at $999, while the Pro Max begins at $1,199. Preorders open this Friday, with in-store availability starting September 20.
First Apple Intelligence features will launch in beta next month for iPhone 16
Apple's Senior Vice President of Software Engineering, Craig Federighi, has introduced the company's latest advancements in artificial intelligence. Many of these features were previewed at Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference in June, with the first set rolling out in a free software update next month.
These AI capabilities, branded as "Apple Intelligence," will be available on the new iPhone 16 series as well as the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max.
Federighi explained that Apple Intelligence spans language, images, actions, and personal context, with a strong focus on privacy. He emphasized that no data is stored or shared with Apple, and independent experts can verify this commitment.
One standout feature is the new generative emoji tool, which allows users to create custom emojis by simply typing a few words. Users can also search for specific photos and videos by entering keywords.
Federighi also described how Apple Intelligence signals a new era for Siri, Apple’s voice assistant. Siri will now respond to text prompts, handle voice commands even when users stumble over their words, and retrieve specific details from text conversations.
While features like generative emojis are launching soon, other tools, such as "Visual Intelligence," will arrive later. Visual Intelligence will allow users to perform tasks like identifying a dog's breed by taking a photo.
— Ashley Capoot
Apple announces iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus
iPhone 16.
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Apple has unveiled the iPhone 16, designed from the ground up to fully leverage Apple Intelligence.
Key features of the new iPhone include:
- Aerospace-grade aluminum construction
- 85% recycled content in the enclosure
- Two size options: 6.1 inches for the iPhone 16 and 6.7 inches for the iPhone 16 Plus
- Customizable action buttons, allowing users to assign functions like a flashlight at night or a calendar during the day
- A new "camera control" button for instant camera access and the ability to adjust settings with a simple swipe
- The all-new A18 chip, optimized for running large generative models, featuring a neural engine that is 2x faster
- A 48-megapixel camera with 4x the resolution of the iPhone 14
- An upgraded ultrawide camera with automatic focus and improved low-light performance
- Support for spatial photos
- Customizable and pinnable photo collections in iOS 18’s photo gallery
The A18 chip, built on 3-nanometer technology, features four efficiency cores that power nearly every iPhone experience, including Apple Intelligence. According to Apple, the chip delivers up to 30% higher sustained performance for gaming and is up to 60% faster than the CPU in the iPhone 12, rivaling high-end desktop PCs. The iPhone 16’s GPU is also 40% faster than the one in the iPhone 15.
Pricing starts at $799 for the iPhone 16 and $899 for the iPhone 16 Plus.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 debuts in black
Apple Watch Ultra 2 .
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Apple has introduced the Apple Watch Ultra 2, claiming it has "the most accurate GPS in a sports watch," positioning it as the ideal companion for fitness enthusiasts.
Key features include:
- Depth gauge for scuba diving
- Dual-frequency GPS for precise tracking
- Advanced positioning software
- Pacing features and custom workout options
- Automatic stroke detection and lap counting for swimmers
- An advanced compass app with latitude, longitude, waypoints, backtrack functionality, and offline maps with turn-by-turn directions, even when the iPhone isn’t nearby
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is priced at $799, available for preorder now, with in-store availability beginning on September 20.
— Hayden Field
Apple Watch Series 10 will include new health features for sleep apnea
Apple Watch Series 10 sleep apnea alert.
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Apple announced that its Apple Watch Series 10 will include a feature to alert users about potential sleep apnea, a disorder where breathing stops during sleep. According to Apple, sleep apnea affects over one billion people globally, with 80% remaining undiagnosed.
The Series 10 watch uses an accelerometer to track breathing disturbances during sleep, analyzing the data every 30 days. Apple noted that this feature was developed using a comprehensive dataset, and the company expects clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and other regulators "very soon."
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