Apple is expected to launch iPhone8 on its 10th Anniversary. People are thrilled and waiting for the new iPhone to be released since there are some leaks online that iPhone 8 will no longer have the touch ID or the home button. Also, the upcoming Apple flagship is rumored to boast curve screen/edges, unlike the old iPhone models.
Apple iPhone 8 unveiling
Since there are rumors of supply chain issues, several analysts have thought of possible delays in launching the new iPhone 8. According to leaks online, iPhone 8 may be revealed this September, but the actual Release Date may fall in November or December this year.
It can be remembered that Apple is very predictable in releasing their latest model. Here’s a recap of the company’s five year iPhone launches:
- iPhone 5 - September 12, Wednesday (reveal) and September 21, Friday (release)
- iPhone 5S – September 10, Tuesday (reveal) and September 20, Friday (release)
- iPhone 6 - September 9, Tuesday (reveal) and September 19, Friday (release)
- iPhone 6S - September 9, Wednesday (reveal) and September 19, Saturday (release)
- iPhone 7 - September 7, Wednesday (reveal) and September 16, Friday (release)
Based on the previous reveal and release dates, we can expect that iPhone 8 will be revealed either Sept. 12, Tuesday or Sept. 13, Wednesday. Its release date, on the other hand, may either fall on Sept.
22, Friday or Sept. 23, Saturday.
Specs and rumors surrounding Apple's Anniversary phone
Rumors of iPhone 8’s specs have been spreading online, wherein it was first suggested that the device would have a curved screen; however, recent reports suggest that the company will not push through with the idea.
Digging dive into the device’s possible specs, Apple is said to be introducing OLED displays on its next generation iPhones.
It is known that OLED screen produces its light unlike the old LCD panels, which means the screen doesn’t need a backlight anymore thus saving power.
Furthermore, Apple is reportedly planning to have three display sizes for the iPhone 8: 4.7-inches, 5.5-inches, and 5.8-inches; however, rumor has it that the latter will only get the upgraded OLED screen.
For the performance, Apple is likely to introduce a new SoC - the unannounced A11 processor – which will be more powerful than the current A10 Fusion system-on-chip. On its camera front, the upcoming flagship is expected to carry dual lenses just like the iPhone 7.
Other rumors surrounding iPhone8’s specs include having a new design with an all-glass construction, sporting wireless charging support, rear-facing Touch ID sensor, face scanning technology and boasting LTE support up to 450Mbps.
Apple’s other device, iPad Pro
Apple launched the new 10.5-inch iPad Pro 2, aiming to target a wider consumer base, while the company also updated the 12.9-inch version of iPad Pro.
According to Trusted Reviews, since iPad Pro 2 10.5-inch is larger than the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, this means that the former can now display a full-size keyboard on the screen.
Although the former has a larger screen, the company managed to maintain its weight at 477g. Moreover, the new iPad Pro 2 is handy because it doubles the maximum refresh rate to 120Hz, resulting to smoother, crisper and more responsive on screen movements.
