News Update On Apple iPhoneEvent : Top Things To Watch For At Apple's iPhone Event

Apple is hosting its annual splash on Wednesday to unveil a new version of its most important product, the iPhone. The company has also used the occasion to update customers, analysts and investors on its performance and other products-and this year will probably be no different.

Here are some of the main things to watch for when the event starts at San Francisco's Bill Graham Civic Auditorium at 10am PDT September 9 (5am tomorrow in NZ time).

iPhone Upgrades:

Apple last year introduced its most significant iPhone redesign since the device's 2007 debut, with two big-screen models and an revamped version of the iOS mobile software.

This year's changes are far less significant. The body design will be similar to the iPhone 6 and 6 Plus, along with an upgraded camera and speedier processor.

The device will probably include a feature called Force Touch, which first debuted with the Apple Watch and lets the user pull up features by pressing down harder on the screen

The iPhone may also get a new rose-gold colour option added to the lineup of white, gray and gold.

Analysts have predicted limited growth for the new models because last year's record sales make for a tough comparison.

Apps for Apple TV:

Apple has sought for years to convince media companies to strike deals for the Apple TV to carry live programming outside traditional cable and satellite packages.

Absent those deals, Apple is using the strategy that helped make the iPhone and iPad a success-it's opening up its TV set-top box to outside apps

Developers will for the first time be able to build games, videos and other content for a new version of Apple TV. The device's remote control is also expected get an upgrade, with a touch pad and motion sensors so it can double as a video-game controller, TechCrunch reported. And with Buzzfeed reporting the new product will cost $150-more than rival devices from Amazon.com Inc., Google Inc. and Roku Inc.-quality apps will be needed to help win over customers.

Bigger iPad:

A larger-screen iPad is expected to debut that further blurs the line between a tablet and laptop.
Apple hinted at the bigger model earlier this year when it previewed a new iOS feature that lets users display two applications on an iPad's screen at the same time.
The tablet's sales have been declining and Apple Chief Executive Officer Tim Cook has targeted business customers as an area for growth. A new iPad mini is also expected to be unveiled, 9to5Mac reported.

Blocking Online Ads:

Apple's new iOS 9 operating system for the iPhone and iPad will also let people download software that blocks online ads from being shown on websites.

The ad-blocking capability is controversial because it undercuts the advertising-based business models of much of the Internet at a time when more people are browsing the Web through mobile devices.

A recent report by Adobe Systems Inc. and PageFair Ltd., a Dublin-based startup that helps companies respond to ad-blocking, estimates that ad-blocking tools will wipe out $22 billion in online advertising revenue this year.

AdBlock Plus, one of the most popular ad-blocking services, says it will have software available for the iPhone and iPad soon after Apple releases iOS 9.

Investor Reaction:

Apple shares are down about 16 per cent since it last reported earnings in July, because of concerns that iPhone sales are slowing, especially in China.

Even though the stock typically has a muted response at product events, investors will be watching closely for clues about the company's long-term outlook.

The winners and losers among the manufacturers who make the components that go inside Apple's products may also see swings to their share prices.

Posted by Unknown Wednesday, September 09, 2015

News Apple Technology Update : Apple’s iPhone Event May Be Held On September 9 - Expect iPhone 6s Models, Apple TV And iPad Pro

It is known that Apple is likely to launch its next iPhone in September, and now the latest news brings the probable dates too. Citing sources related to the matter, BuzzFeed News confirms that the next Apple event, wherein the company will unveil its next-gen iPhones, is slated for the week of September 7 and the most probably on September 9.

It should be noted that the company had launched its iPhone 6 models last year on the same date. Going by the reports, Apple plans to launch the new devices dubbed iPhone 6S and iPhone 6S Plus phablet this year. These will be the successors to the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, respectively. Besides, the company is also expected to launch the iPhone 6C.

According to a previous report by Digitimes, the iPhone 6C will use a polycarbonate construction — like the colorful iPhone 5C — and will run a less potent processor. However the biggest difference is that it will boast a smaller, 4-inch display rather than the 4.7-inch screen on the current iPhone 6. The production of Apple’s larger iPad Pro was to start last year. However, it was delayed due to excessive demand for the iPhone 6 Plus.

Despite lower specifications, the new handset, expected to be unveiled in September, will reportedly have a fingerprint scanner and will support the Apple Pay digital payments platform.

An earlier report also said that Apple has secured a new patent which will give future iPhones the ability to shoot even better images and deliver high-quality colours.

According to Apple Insider, the company has been a granted a patent for a ‘digital camera with light splitter’ which will allow Apple to embed a three-sensor prism-based camera module within the chassis of a thin wireless device, like the iPhone.

Besides the iPhone 6S models, the company is also expected to launch the long-time rumoured and much talked about 12.9-inch iPad dubbed iPad Pro. The large ‘12.9-inch iPad’ first hit headlines way back in 2013. Earlier this year, reports claimed that Apple will delay the start of production on the larger iPad Pro until around September due to problems involving the display panel supply.

The list of new products to be launched at the September event also includes the new Apple TV. Reports earlier this month hinted at Apple’s talks with ABC, CBS, NBC and Fox ‘rapidly gaining momentum. The company had earlier planned to launch the Apple TV at WWDC. However, the plans were canned as Apple didn’t want to take away the focus from its new OS or Music streaming service.

With the new product, we may see design changes as well as internal improvements. The all-new Apple TV will bring changes to the device such as App Store, voice control with Siri, and an improved remote with a touch pad. The new box is said to be slimmer and will come improved speed.

Posted by Unknown Sunday, August 09, 2015

News Apple iPhone And iPad Update : iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus, MacBooks & More Apple Deals Here!

SAN ANSELMO, CA - JANUARY 27: An Apple iPhone sits on a box on January 27, 2015 in San Anselmo, California. Apple Inc. reported huge first quarter earnings that were fueled by strong iPhone sales with revenue of $74.6 billion compared to $57.6 billion one year ago. (Photo Illustration by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) (Photo : Getty)

Here are the best new deals for Apple products.

iPhone 6 :

Listed below are British mobile network operator EE's current offers for the iPhone 6, as reported by Tech Radar.

16GB - £35 per month with a total cost of £839.76 in over 24 months, includes unlimited texts, 1000 minutes of call time, and 2GB data per month
64GB - £44.37 per month with a total cost of £1064.88 in over 24 months, includes unlimited calls and texts, and 10GB data
128GB - $50 per month with a total cost of £1,199.76 in over 24 months, includes unlimited calls and texts, 10GB data, and double speed 4G

O2 Deals :

16GB - £39 per month with a total cost of £936 over 24 months, includes unlimited calls and texts and 5GB data
32GB - £49 per month with a total cost of £1,176 over 24 months, includes unlimited calls and texts and 10GB data
128GB - £54 per month with a total cost of £1,296 over 24 months, includes unlimited calls and texts, 10GB data, and a free 128GB handset

Check out Tech Radar's report for the complete list of iPhone 6 deals out there, which includes Three and Vodafone.

iPhone 6 Plus :

Yapper currently sells an unlocked 64GB iPhone 6 Plus at a $49.01 discount, Extreme Tech reported.

MacBook :

Apple's laptops all have different functionalities that cater to consumers' varying tasks. It can be hard for some users to choose which MacBook fits them best.

Check out Amazon and Adorama discount deals for the MacBook Pro here, and MacBook 2015 Amazon deals here. Amazon also offers $879 for a 13-inch MacBook Air.

All of these deals for MacBook laptops were compiled in a separate report from Tech Radar.

More Apple News :

Just recently, it was reported that Apple will be opening five additional radio stations like its 24/7 program Beats 1, The Verge reported.

The deal was a part of Apple's business with the major labels for Apple Music Radio without renegotiation. This means that the tech giant "could launch a Beats 2 station headquartered in Australia or Asia, allowing it to provide live radio around the clock (Beats 1 is only live 12 hours a day)," or only produce holiday stations, the news outlet added.

On a different note, Cult of Mac Deals now offers a bundle of five courses that teach important skills through building real and working apps on the Apple Watch and iOS 9. The bundle, which has 20+ hours of training, has a 93% off and now sells at $25.

Posted by Unknown Thursday, August 06, 2015

News Apple New Handset Update : Apple 'iPhone 6s' And 'iPhone 6s Plus' Leak Suggests Upcoming Device Will Still Sport A Protruding Camera

The next-generation Apple smartphones dubbed iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus may sport a protruding camera as found in the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus, per rumors.

The protruding camera of the iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6s Plus resulted in many customer complaints as users were unable to lay their handset flat on the table as the camera lens sticks out by around a millimeter.

"This protruding camera is going to drive my OCD and anxiety riddled brain mad immediately. I have never used a case but I have a feeling I will have to succumb to one this time around in order to balance it out," complained a Reddit user. "I have always liked how the iPhone is sleek and simple, the protruding camera lens is a bit annoying."

Experts believed that Apple will make slight design tweaks to the next-generation iPhones so that the camera lens does not protrude. However, a report from French website Nowhereelse leaked images of the camera rings that will be used in the upcoming iPhones, which suggests that Apple will not make changes to the design of the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus and customers will have to bear with the protruding camera.

The placement of the camera on the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus may remained unchanged but the French website reveals that the Apple smartphones will get a 12MP iSight camera and a 5MP FaceTime camera.

The iPhone 6 and the iPhone 6 Plus are equipped with an 8MP iSight camera and a 1.2MP front-facing camera, which has not changed since the release of iPhone 4s.

The "S" models of the iPhones do not get major changes but rumors claim that the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus may come running on a faster A9 processor and 2GB of RAM. The new iPhones are also estimated to get a new NFC chip, better voice quality and a new touch display.

The existing iPhones are available in three colors options: Space Gray, Gold and Silver. Rumors suggest that Apple may launch the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus in rose gold color as well, which may attract more customers. However, it remains to be seen if the protruding camera in the upcoming iPhones will deter customers from buying the handsets.

The production of the iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus are said to be underway and the handsets are expected to be launched in September. Customers will have to wait another few weeks before they can get a glimpse of the next-gen iPhones.

Posted by Unknown Friday, July 31, 2015

News Apple iPhone Update : iPhone 6s To Support Twice The LTE Speeds Of iPhone 6

As is Apple’s typically strategy, this year’s iPhone will have the same outward appearance as last year’s model. Recent leaks seem to confirm that. Those leaks do, however, also point to a different logic board internally. One of these improvements should give the iPhone 6s double the LTE speeds compared to the iPhone 6.

According to 9to5Mac and images they were provided, the new iPhone logic board includes a Qualcomm MDM9635M chip. This chip, introduced in 2013, was designed to be backwards compatible with slower networks while still supporting newer LTE options. All of this is in a design that is also supposed to optimize power usage. For iPhone users, this can mean improved battery life, though with the current iPhone 6 battery life, we can also assume Apple will put those savings into powering some other new feature.

In terms of speeds, the chip has a potential download speed of 300 Mbps thanks to LTE Advanced. Upload speeds are no slouch, either, at 50 Mbps. In real world situations, users should expect to see download speeds closer to 225 Mbps. That’s still faster than what users typically would see at home on their wifi. Of course, even in areas where there is no LTE Advanced coverage, users can still get great speeds thanks to support of dual carrier HSUPA and dual band multi-carrier HSPA+.

Posted by Unknown Friday, July 10, 2015