The moment of truth has come for him. Apple Event This September 7, 2022. After multiple rumors and alleged leaks, it is time to discover if Apple really has surprises in store for us that will change the course of the company forever.
There have been rumors for a long time about a change in the iPhone 14 rear camera module that, in theory, would not present radical changes in the design and appearance of the rest of its body.
While on the contrary, with the Apple Watch Series 8 there has been talk for months about a serious innovation in the design of its body, relatively imitating the company’s smartphone in its appearance.
All at the same time that there is talk about the possible revelation of a Virtual Reality system that could represent Apple’s full entry into the race for the Metaverse. But any margin of speculation ends.
Everything that was presented at the Apple Event with the iPhone 14 and more
The event punctually kicked off speculation at its peak when Tim Cook took the stage after a light trip through space. Revealing that there will be three products announced: the iPhone, AirPods and the Apple Watch.
Starting with the Apple Watch, the conference presented us with a video with a series of scenarios where the smart watch has saved the lives of its users.
The Apple Watch Series 8 is presented as the best model in the seven years that it has been circulating on the market. The same design is repeated as in past models, which debunks an old rumour. But there are some interesting news.
The screen is larger and has a better contrast range for viewing in any lighting scenario. But above all, it highlights the integration of a temperature sensor that can now also monitor menstrual cycles in women.
Monitoring now reaches the point of being able to estimate ovulation periods. The watch integrates a two-sensor design with one on the back and one below the screen. That allows you to see detect when you have ovulated in the past.
A new crash detection function called Crash Detection is added, which activates a support and emergency call routine in the event of an incident. In addition to being resistant to dust, water and minor impacts.
The battery is also improved, now the watch has autonomy of 18 hours in normal operation, but with the battery saving mode it can expand its operation to 36 hours.
It’s four times faster to render and comes in different colors: midnight starlight, silver, and product red. That’s not counting the watchOS 9 bands and customization options.
All for a starting price of $399 USD or $499 USD depending on the model, available from September 16, 2022.
The talk then turned to the more affordable SE lineup, confirming that these shock and temperature sensing features will be added in future updates as well.
Apple Watch Ultra
Then we were taken by surprise with the reveal of the Apple Watch Ultra. With 49mm titanium body. A new button called Action Button is added and its base color is orange.
Customizable for a variety of functions. 36 hours of battery life on a single charge. 60 hours on a new battery optimization setting available later this fall.
GPS is improved and new Wayfinder is added, which can be customized for mountain, ocean, trail. Or activate a red display mode for visibility in the dark.
Interestingly, it also integrates an 80db siren for emergencies. Apart from integrating support for deep water activities, such as underwater diving with everything and a new Oceanic Plus app designed especially for the watch.
All for a price of US$799 in all its models available for sale from September 23.
AirPods Pro
AirPods Pro headphones are renewed with a new generation. Added new H2 chip with high-bandwidth connectivity for “exceptional sound quality.”
The device also has a new audio driver that provides more detail and clarity at all frequencies.
Spatial audio features are improved and you can now use the camera on an iPhone to create a custom spatial profile. Above it has a new active noise cancellation with “advanced computing audio” thanks to the H2 chip.
Touch controls are improved while autonomy is refined with 6 hours of listening on a single charge, 33% more than the original AirPods Pro.
The charging case also allows for 30 hours of listening time, which is an increase of 6 hours.
The price of the AirPods Pro will be USD $249. They can be ordered from September 9, and will be available on September 23.
iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus
Then came the main course, the iPhone 14.
Note in progress…