Category: News

  • iPhone 12 may come in new orange and blue colors

    iPhone 12 may come in new orange and blue colors

    The rumor: Apple is bringing at least two new colors to the standard iPhone 12 models, according to Max Weinbach (57.8% accurate).

    • The possible new colors (of which 3 are possible but only 2 may make the cut) include:
      • Light blue
      • Light orange
      • An updated version of violet (purple)
    • These are said to come in addition to a new dark blue color on the Pro models

    Our take: Examining the invitation, there’s been a lot of speculation about what the orange component of the styling could mean. Maybe this is it.

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  • Apple plans third special event for November 2020

    Apple plans third special event for November 2020

    The rumor: In addition to events in September and October, Apple is also preparing to host a third product unveil in November, according to Jon Prosser (74.5% accurate), L0vetodream (88.7% accurate) and Mark Gurman (87.8% accurate).

    • Apple Watch, iPad, iPhone and AirTag updates will all be complete by the end of October, leaving November wide-open for the following products:
    • With the median average accuracy of all 3 sources being 83.6%, the probability of this third Fall event is highly likely

    Our take: A triple-event Fall series would be a fever dream in any other reality than the one we’re living in right now. With in-person gatherings not being a real possibility and Apple showing us in September that an event can be centered around 2-3 new products, this feels like the perfect cap to end Apple event season.

  • ‘iPhone 13’ to have smaller, shorter notch

    ‘iPhone 13’ to have smaller, shorter notch

    The rumor: Next year’s iPhone will finally have a tinier notch, according to Ice universe (rating pending).

    • While the notch is sticking around, it will lose some vertical weight…the width seems to be the same
    • A drawing below better illustrates the notch changes we may see in 2021

    Our take: Really wish this was happening this year. Oh well.

  • ‘HomePod mini’ may be the only new HomePod this year

    ‘HomePod mini’ may be the only new HomePod this year

    The rumor: Apple has no plans to update the full-size HomePod in 2020, according to L0vetodream (88.7% accurate).

    • Instead, Apple will be releasing a smaller, ‘mini’ version of the existing HomePod that is lower-cost and more portable
    • The original HomePod was last updated (and released) in February 2018

    Our take: I’ve been in the market for a portable speaker for at least three years now, but I still haven’t pulled the trigger on anything yet. This seems like the perfect product for me, so long as the price point is sub-$249.

    https://twitter.com/L0vetodream/status/1313678039360831494?s=20
  • AirPods Studio announcement may be ‘imminent’

    AirPods Studio announcement may be ‘imminent’

    The rumor: The next major addition to the AirPods lineup is just around the corner, according to Jon Prosser (74.5% accurate).

    • With mass production ending later in October, a release is said to be ‘imminent’
    • Apple is holding a special event next week on October 13
    • AirPods Studio are said to feature neck detection, reversibility, Siri and more

    Our take: These headphones have been rumored to be coming soon for well over two years now. This time, it seems like soon might actually be happening.

  • Apple announces October 13 event, iPhone 12 inbound

    Apple announces October 13 event, iPhone 12 inbound

    The news: Apple just announced a new Special Event taking place next week on October 13.

    • The event kicks off on apple.com at 10am PST
    • iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and AirTags are expected to headline the event on October 13

    Our take: A couple things. First, those circles on the invite are really interesting. Seems like it is heavily implying that AirTags will be unveiled at the event. 2: the tagline ‘Hi, Speed’ is clearly referring to the A14 processor and 5G connectivity. Going to be a packed event.

  • iPhone 12 event announcement may happen as soon as tomorrow

    iPhone 12 event announcement may happen as soon as tomorrow

    The rumor: Apple is planning to send ‘invites’ out for a Special Event in October as soon as tomorrow, according to Jon Prosser (72.7% accurate).

    • Prior to Apple’s September 15 event, invites were sent out 7 days in advance on September 8
    • The October event, where iPhone 12 and AirTags will be unveiled, is said to take place on Tuesday, October 13

    Our take: October 13 has been pretty unanimously agreed upon by a number of sources in the community. Based on what happened in September, tomorrow seems highly likely for an event announcement to me.

  • Revamped Apple TV models reportedly in testing with A12/14 chips

    Revamped Apple TV models reportedly in testing with A12/14 chips

    The rumor: Apple is working to expand Apple Arcade in the future with upgraded Apple TV hardware, according to Fudge (90.9% accurate).

    • Both a model with an A12x/z processor and ‘A14x-like’ chip are currently in development
    • Mark Gurman (87.8% accurate) suggested a new Apple TV could launch as soon as later this year
    • Apple is also said to be continuing work on a native game controller

    Our take: Only Apple knows what the hold-up on these new Apple TV models is being caused by. We may still see one later this year, but it could have been delayed until 2021.

  • iPad Air 4 benchmark shows 4GB RAM, 28% improvement in single-core scores

    iPad Air 4 benchmark shows 4GB RAM, 28% improvement in single-core scores

    The news: When compared to Apple’s current top-tier mobile processor, the A12z, the new A14 chip nets 28% faster single-core scores.

    • Upgrades to the new A14 bionic processor are showing significant gains in per-core performance
      • The 6-core A14 chip is 28.4% faster per-core than the 8-core A12z processor
    • 4GB RAM is also present inside the redesigned iPad Air, which is an extra gig more than last generation
    • The benchmark was recently spotted on the Geekbench browser

    Our take: This is a super impressive jump in performance…just imagine what will happen when we get an 8-core A14 processor!

  • ‘iPhone 13’ to feature 120Hz display, larger camera sensors

    ‘iPhone 13’ to feature 120Hz display, larger camera sensors

    The rumor: Ahead of this month’s iPhone 12 unveil, we’re already hearing about some of the flagship features for next year’s lineup, as shared by Ross Young (not yet rated).

    • Screen sizes (5.4/6.1/6.7-inch) may remain the same into 2021
    • Across the board, camera sensors are increasing in size next year, but the number of cameras is staying the same
    • Headlining the Pro models in 2021 will be a higher refresh rate 120Hz display
    • The number of cameras per model will stay the same

    Our take: The details for next year’s lineup are sparse…and they should be. The 2020 iPhone haven’t even launched yet. Think of this is an extremely preliminary glance at what we could see in 2021.

  • The best iPhone 12 renders so far

    The best iPhone 12 renders so far

    The renders: Ahead of the iPhone 12 unveil later this month, we put together a collection of our favorite (and most accurate) device renders so far.

    • Most notably, the iPhone 12 will feature a boxier design similar to the iPhone 5
    • While colors for the iPhone 12 mini and iPhone 12 are unknown, we are expecting to see a new dark blue colorway debut on iPhone 12 Pro models
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