Apple Event Preview: Get Ready for the iPhone 15, Apple Watch Ultra 2 and More
Apple’s highly anticipated next-generation iPhone series is set to launch soon. Rumors about the iPhone 15 series began circulating last year, shortly after the release of the iPhone 14. Now, the launch is imminent, with Apple planning to unveil four iPhone models at its Wonderlust event tomorrow, September 12 – the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro, and iPhone 15 Pro Max. While there were previous reports of a possible fifth iPhone, it is unlikely to be released this year. However, Apple may surprise us with the announcement of the ‘iPhone 15 Ultra’ as their ‘One more thing’. This launch comes at a challenging time for the smartphone industry, as iPhone shipments have reached their lowest point in the past decade, particularly in the US. Apple CEO Tim Cook has acknowledged a decline in iPhone sales revenue, dropping from $40.67 billion to $39.67 billion. Therefore, the upcoming release of the iPhone 15 could be the boost Apple needs to revive iPhone sales.
While it’s expected to be the highlight of the event, the iPhone 15 lineup isn’t the only announcement Apple is expected to make tomorrow. From the iPhone 15 and AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C to the Apple Watch Ultra 2, here’s everything to expect at Apple Wonderlust tomorrow.
What to expect at Apple Event tomorrow: All likely announcements
1. iPhone 15 series – The iPhone 15 series is expected to be one of the highlights of the Wonderlust event. Apple is likely to announce four iPhones – iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max. The regular iPhone 15 variants will include features such as Dynamic Island, a 48-megapixel camera and USB Type-C, while the Pro variants are expected to have an action button and a titanium frame. In addition, the high-end iPhone 15 Pro Max could get a periscope camera with 5X-6X zoom capabilities.
2. Apple Watch Series 9 – Apple’s next smartwatch is getting subtle updates. It comes in the same 41mm and 45mm sizes and is said to have a faster S9 chip under the hood, based on the iPhone 13’s A15 Bionic SoC, and a handful of new health sensors, including EDA (Electrodermal Activity) Apple of the Watch Series 9. new pink coloring.
3. Apple Watch Ultra 2 – According to reports, Apple may unveil the second generation of its Apple Watch Ultra this year at the Wonderlust event. While it is expected to remain largely the same as the current model, it could also get an S9 chip under the hood. However, unlike last year, it’s expected to be available in two colors this year, with a new “dark titanium” finish in the works.
4. AirPods Pro 2 with USB-C – Apple is finally moving away from its proprietary Lightning port, and in addition to the iPhone 15, the AirPods Pro 2nd Gen are also set to benefit from this change. AirPods Pro 2, which was announced at Apple’s Far Out event last year, now gets a new USB Type-C charging port at the bottom.
5. Cases, Watchbands and Cables – Reports have also claimed that Apple will ditch its leather cases and introduce a new material called FineWoven. It is expected to bring new cases for iPhones and watchbands for Apple Watch. The Cupertino-based tech giant is also expected to launch color-matched, braided cables for its iPhones.
Introducing iOS 17
Although iOS 17 was announced at the World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2023, it is still in beta and not available to the public. Now, Apple is finally expected to release its latest iPhone operating system globally around the same time as the iPhone 15 launch. New iPhones always come with the latest version of iOS, so the announcement could come at the Wonderlust event on September 12.
iOS 17 is set to bring several new features to iPhones, including Contact Posters, Live Voicemail, and changes to Phone, Messages, Health, and other apps.
