At their annual event in Cupertino, California, Apple revealed a number of new devices, including the next generation of iPhones. Here are some of the key announcements:
Apple iPhone 11
- 6.1-inch Liquid Retina HD display
With an advanced LCD screen, with True Tone display and P3 wide colour support, the iPhone 11’s screen is much much brighter.
- Dual-lens 12MP rear cameras, 12MP front-facing TrueDepth camera
On the rear, a 12MP wide-angle lens and a 12MP ultra-wide lens. The ultra-wide rear lens allows you to capture four times more scenery by using the 2x optical zoom out.
- New camera modes and effects
Night mode allows you to take more natural low-light photos without the need for flash. New portrait controls take advantage of the iPhone’s dual cameras, while Smart HDR fine-tunes details within your photos and videos.
- 4K video at 60 fps
The iPhone 11 supports 4K video at 60 fps. Improved editing tools allow you to edit footage as quickly and easily as you can edit a photo. The front-facing TrueDepth camera also supports new slow-motion selfie videos.
- A13 Bionic chip
The fastest ever smartphone chip is available in all of the new iPhone models. It’s up to 20% faster and up to 40% more power efficient than previous chips.
- Up to 256GB internal storage
The iPhone 11 will be available in three storage capacities: 64GB, 128GB and 256GB.
- Splash, water and dust resistant
An improved IP68 rating means that the iPhone 11 is splash and dust resistant, and can be submerged up to 2 metres of water for up to 30 minutes.
- Improved battery life
The iPhone 11’s battery lasts up to 1 hour longer than the iPhone XR. You can charge it wirelessly using a Qi charger, or get up to 50% charge in 30 minutes by fast-charging with a compatible adapter.
- Faster Gigabit-class LTE, Wi-Fi 6
All new iPhone models support faster LTE connection. However, 5G is not supported. They also support Wi-Fi 6, for faster speeds than standard Wi-Fi.
The iPhone 11 will be available in the following colours:
- Black
- White
- Green
- Yellow
- Purple
- (PRODUCT)RED
Apple iPhone 11 Pro and Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max
- Super Retina XDR display
The iPhone 11 Pro and Pro Max feature improved OLED displays, making them the brightest and sharpest available on any iPhone. The Pro has a 5.8-inch display, while the Pro Max’s measures 6.5-inch.
- Triple-lens 12MP rear cameras, 12MP front-facing TrueDepth camera
A first for any iPhone, both models feature three rear camera lenses; a 12MP wide-angle lens, a 12MP ultra-wide lens with 120° field of view, and a 12MP telephoto lens. The triple-lens allows for 2x optical zoom in, 2x optical zoom out, as well as a 10x digital zoom.
- New camera modes and effects
Night mode allows you to take more natural low-light photos without the need for flash. New portrait controls take advantage of the triple cameras, while Smart HDR fine-tunes details within your photos and videos.
- 4K video at 60 fps
You can capture 4K video at 60 fps, then use the improved tools to easily edit footage like you would edit a photo. Using the front-facing camera, you can shoot in 4K, or try capturing new slow-motion selfie videos.
- A13 Bionic chip
The iPhone 11 range feature the fastest chip available in any smartphone. The A13 Bionic chip is up to 20% faster and up to 40% more power-efficient than previous chips.
- Up to 512GB internal storage
Both models will be available in three storage capacities: 64GB, 256GB and 512GB.
- Splash, water and dust resistant
The iPhone 11 Pro models have an IP68 rating, are splash and dust resistant, and are water resistant up to 4 metres for up to 30 minutes.
- Longest-lasting iPhone battery life ever
The iPhone 11 Pro’s battery lasts up to 4 hours longer than the iPhone Xs, while the iPhone 11 Pro Max’s can last up to 5 hours longer than the iPhone Xs Max, making it the longest-lasting battery available on any iPhone. Both models support wireless charging, and are also capable of fast-charging using the included adapter.
- Stainless stain and glass design
The iPhone 11 Pro models feature a stainless steel finish, complete with more resistant glass on the front and rear of the device; the toughest glass available on any smartphone.
- Faster Gigabit-class LTE, Wi-Fi 6
All new iPhone models support faster LTE connection. However, 5G is not supported. They also support Wi-Fi 6, for faster speeds than standard Wi-Fi.
The iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max will be available in the following colours:
- Gold
- Silver
- Space Grey
- Midnight Green
The iPhone 11 range will be available for pre-order from September 13th, and will start shipping from September 20th.
Apple iPad 7th generation
- Larger 10.2-inch Retina display
The new iPad features a larger 10.2-inch display; giving you more screen estate than the previous model’s 9.7-inch display.
- Smart Keyboard support
The larger display allows the iPad to support the full-size Smart Keyboard, giving you more flexibility and versatility to perform various tasks.
- Apple Pencil support
The iPad supports the 1st generation Apple Pencil, and can be used to take notes, markup documents or as a creative tool for drawing and painting.
- 10-hour battery life
- Up to 128GB internal storage
Available in two storage capacities: 32GB or 128GB.
- Touch ID
Unlock your iPad or make Apple Pay purchases using the fingerprint sensor found in the Home button.
The iPad 7th generation will be available in the following colours:
The iPad 7th generation is available to order now, and will start shipping from September 30th. It will be available either as a Wi-Fi only model and as a Wi-Fi + Cellular model.
Apple Watch Series 5
- Always-On Retina display
The Apple Watch Series 5 has an updated OLED display that never sleeps. This allows you to see the time and other information on your watch, without needing to raise or tap the display. This technology allows the Watch Series 5 to maintain the previous model’s 18-hour battery life.
- Built-in compass
A built-in compass and updated Maps app provide the Apple Watch Series 5 with greater navigation tools. Using the new Compass app, users can see view heading, incline, latitude, longitude and current elevation.
- International Emergency Calling
Models with a cellular connection can call emergency services internationally, regardless of where the device was purchased, or if a cellular plan has been activated. This functionality also works with fall detection, which initiates an emergency call if the device senses the user has had a fall and remains motionless for about a minute.
- Available in a range of finishes
The Apple Watch Series 5 is available in a wider range of materials, including aluminium, stainless steel, ceramic and a new titanium finish. With numerous case and band combinations available, users can customise their device to create a unique look.
The Apple Watch Series 5 will be available in the following case finishes and colours:
- Titanium
– Natural
– Space black
- Stainless steel
– Gold
– Silver
– Space black
- Aluminium
– Gold
– Silver
– Space grey
- Ceramic
– White
The Apple Watch Series 5 is available to order now, and will start shipping from September 20th.
iOS 13, iPadOS 13, watchOS 6
- iOS 13
With features such as Dark Mode, new camera controls and enhanced privacy settings, iOS 13 will be available for download from September 19th.
- iPadOS 13
Building on iOS 13 with a new experience designed to make the most of an iPad, iPadOS will give users more flexible multitasking tools designed to make full use of the larger display. iPadOS 13 will be available for download from September 30th.
- watchOS 6
With new watch faces, enhanced Siri functionality, and a built-in App Store amongst other things, watchOS 6 will be available from September 19th.
Apple TV+
Apple’s new all-original video subscription service, Apple TV+ will launch November 1st in over 100 countries and regions. Available on the Apple TV app, the service will offer a wide range of original content for £4.99 per month. Family Sharing will allow up to six family members to share one Apple TV+ subscription.