This week Apple sent out invitations to the event, which, as expected, will be held on March 21st. The presentation will begin at 10:00 local time, the US (20:00 MSK) at the company's headquarters in Cupertino (California, USA). Apple traditionally does not disclose the subject event, however, the network, sources close to the company, gave a detailed account that was prepared by Tim Cook and co.
Previous presentation of Apple products was held in September 2015. Then, the company showed a new smartphone iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, 12,9-inch iPad Pro tablet, an updated set-top box Apple TV. At this time we will also go on a number of important hardware and software releases.
iPhone SE: the return of the 4-inch iPhone
The focus of the presentation will be given a new compact 4-inch iPhone, which will take place in the iPhone 5s the entry-level segment. It is alleged that the product in appearance resembles iPhone 5s with 2.5D glass-rounded at the edges, or slightly curved, has a more modern hardware platform.
Device will be called iPhone SE. From the Apple decode the abbreviation «se» as the iPhone special edition ( «special edition") or iPhone S enhanced ( «advanced»). "Spy," the drawings and images of covers further suggest that the new iPhone model will be aesthetically similar to smartphones, the design of which debuted at Apple in 2012. The only change the shape of the front glass.
Phone will be equipped with 12-megapixel main and 1.2-megapixel front-facing camera and the flagship processor Apple A9. The device is able to capture and view "live» Live Photo pictures (prolonged retention of the screen), but does not receive recognizing the pressing force of 3D Touch Display. But at the gadget will be increased compared to the iPhone 5s battery capacity - 1642 mA ∙ h against 1560 mA ∙ h. Thanks to the integrated module NFC smartphone will be able to interact with the service Apple Pay payments, and the barometer will track height in the "Health" app.
The sources said that the new product will go on sale on March 25th. It will cost between 450 and 500 dollars. In other words, it would be relatively cheap smartphone: the cost is not very new flagship iPhone 6, we recall, it starts at $ 549. Will be available gold, pink, silver and black versions of the body.
After the release of iPhone SE iPhone 5s model goes from sale. this fall line of Apple smartphone will be as follows: iPhone SE, iPhone 6s, iPhone 6s Plus and the new generation of 4,7 and 5.5-inch iPhone.
9.7-inch iPad Pro: a compact version of the 12.9-inch model
Also on this day will the presentation of the updated 9.7-inch iPad tablet. Although at first it was reported that the iPad Air will be presented to 3, the latest rumors suggest the announcement of version 9.7 iPad Pro.
At the 9.7-inch tablet will be enhanced screen and A9X processor. This chip is used in the iPad Pro «large-size" and is characterized by the highest performance. The chip is so powerful that it is comparable in speed not only with devices in its class, like the Surface Pro, and gadgets from other categories. As noted by analysts, Apple's own processors have reached such a level of performance that can compete with Intel Core M. lineup
In addition to the powerful processor compact iPad Pro will receive an upgraded basic 12-megapixel camera with support for 4K video recording, four speakers, smart connector and a bright display. In the sale will go to the firm keyboard Smart Keyboard, adapted for the 9.7-inch version of the tablet. New iPad Pro will be available in the same colors and configurations of memory, and 12.9-inch iPad Pro, but the price will be closer to the iPad Air lineup.
As in the case of the 12.9-inch model, users 9.7-inch iPad Pro tablet will be able to use the digital pen Apple Pencil, tilt sensitivity and pressing force.
New straps Apple Watch: Updates accessories in anticipation of the September 2 Apple Watch presentation
Also, in September last year at the event on March 21 Apple announces updated line of thong for Apple Watch. The company will show the accessories of the new materials and new design. In particular, Apple Watch will be available to owners of black bracelet with a modern interpretation of the weave, invented in Milan at the end of the XIX century. Another novelty will be the nylon model NATO style.
At the conference, Apple announces the expansion of the premium line of Apple Watch Hermès, possible debut of new models, created in partnership with other brands.
Software updates: iOS, tvOS, OS X, watchOS and iTunes
iOS 9.3
iOS 9.3, released six beta versions, will bring a number of changes in the system applications: Notes, Apple News, Health, and others. The update will appear Night Shift option is designed to improve sleep owners of iPhone and iPad, as well as support for multiple Apple Watch for the iPhone.
tvOS 9.2
In tvOS 9.2 Apple added support of Bluetooth-keyboard for easy filling passwords and data on Web sites, folders to the home screen, updated design of multitasking, of Siri support for new languages and Media Library service iCloud.
OS X 10.11.4
In OS X 10.11.4, users will get the ability to password-protect certain notes and synchronize these records with the iPhone and iPad, iOS 9.3 running. In addition, it adds the ability to view and share with friends "live" photos, filmed on the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus, using iMessage.
watchOS 2.2
In watchOS 2.2 owners will be able to use the Apple Watch is fully updated maps. In addition, the operating system will support connecting multiple Apple Watch to one iPhone at a time.
Big update iTunes
In the podcast, John Gruber in February, Apple top managers Eddy Cue and Craig Federighi described the upcoming release of a large iTunes update, which will offer "a new look at the application." According to them, the application will be easier to use and get integration with Apple Music.
New Mac?
Informed sources said that the presentation on March 21 will pay all the attention Apple iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. Therefore, announcements of new Mac should not be expected. The plans of the company - in the course of the year to release a new 12-inch MacBook and the updated MacBook Pro. The former can be presented at WWDC in June this year, the second will come only in the second half of the year.
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