Potential innovations Apple could unveil on September 9th
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Apple is hosting an event on September 9th with the tagline "It’s Glowtime". It's widely known that the new iPhone 16 series will take the spotlight, but there seems to be something more significant at play. This is hinted at by the event's motto.
The cat's out of the bag: Apple has sent out invitations for a September 9th event under the motto "It’s Glowtime". While everyone's been buzzing about the upcoming iPhone 16 models, it seems like there's more to this event than just new handsets. Maybe Tim Cook & Co. will introduce a crop of new devices. But it's the software this time that might steal the show.
A glowing iPhone?
That's what seems to be suggested by the event's tagline. "Glow" and "Showtime" fit well with the rumored features of the next iPhones. Turn on Siri with Apple's AI (Artificial Intelligence), and the screen might glow around the edges, matching the colors of the event invitation.
Apple will likely unveil their new AI functionalities that'll be part of iOS 18. But there were reports four weeks back that the new iPhones might not be so smart right off the bat. Many AI features might need to be rolled out in a subsequent iOS 18.1 update.
Steady progress
Which features will be available globally, outside the US and English-speaking regions, is still uncertain. The Digital Markets Act (DMA) applies here, so Apple announced earlier that the new AI functions would be released later in these regions. The law, among other things, requires major tech companies to share their tech with competitors.
The iPhone 16 quartet might first analyze and summarize English texts, organize emails and messages, and generate personalized emojis (Memojis). But Cook & Co. might surprise us with additional announcements on September 9th.
Buttons with a purpose
If we talk hardware, the new iPhones seem to be undergoing some major changes. Not just the Pro models, but the standard ones too might get an action button for quick commands like translating text.
All four newcomers might have a camera button on the right side for more than just triggering. With touch sensors, you might be able to adjust focus or zoom with the new button.
The standard models, this year's 16 and 16 Plus, could be beefed up to handle Apple Intelligence. They might get an A18 chip, like the top duo iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max. And they might record 3D footage for the Apple Vision Pro.
Pros, bigger and better
While the standard models will likely have fewer features, the Pro models could have exclusive ones to set themselves apart. The Pros' processors will probably be more powerful, and the two flagships – the iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max – might have larger screens, 6.3 and 6.9 inches, compared to the current phones.
Better displays might also be in store for the Pros. Thinner bezels, more efficient OLED screens, and even micro lenses for improved brightness could be on the Pros' feature list.
More than just iPhones
The Apple Watch might get bigger in its tenth generation. The 45- and 49-millimeter versions are rumored to be in the works. But they won't be thicker than the current 9 series, which comes in 41 and 45 millimeters. The Apple Watch SE and Ultra might also get minor updates.
AirPods are also expected to make waves on September 9th. Two models might be on the cards – a regular AirPods upgrade and a Pro variant with active noise cancellation (ANC). A second-gen AirPods Max might be announced but later, not during this event.
Other devices, including a new iPad Mini and new Mac computers with an M4 chip, might also get an update. The Mac mini could also get a more compact design, while the MacBook Pro and iMac will likely get more power.
Based on the given text, here are two sentences that contain the phrase "The Commission has already made a number of recommendations":
The Digital Markets Act (DMA) applies to Apple, leading the tech giant to announce that the new AI functions would be released later in regions outside the US and English-speaking regions, following the recommendations made by The Commission.
The new iPhones might not have all the AI features right out of the box, as some features might need to be rolled out in a subsequent iOS 18.1 update, in line with the guidance provided by The Commission.
