Apple to hold event today; here's what to expect
The event will be held at its Cupertino, California headquarters at 10 am PDT (11 pm IST).
Mumbai: Apple is all set to host its spring event today, March 21. The event will be held at its Cupertino, California headquarters at 10 am PDT (11 pm IST). The tech giant is expected to launch the 4-inch iPhone SE, a 9.7-inch iPad Pro, an iPad Air and possibly an upgraded MacBook. Along with that, Apple may also launch some new Watch bands and a software upgrade.
iPad Pro
The 9.7-inch iPad Pro will include a 12-megapixel rear camera with the same sensor found in the iPhone 6s. The new iPad would also sport FaceTime HD camera at the front above the display. It will also be able to record videos in 4K resolution, just like the iPhone 6s.
iPhone SE
The new iPhone will feature upgraded internals, software, and hardware features including the ‘Live Photos’ feature on the Apple iPhone 6 and 6s models.
According to sources, the iPhone SE (where SE is speculated to stand for ‘special edition’) will be similar to the 5s in terms of design, but will sport curved glass visible on the iPhone 6 and 6s variants.
In terms of camera, the SE will borrow an 8MP primary camera and a 1.2MP front snapper from the iPhone 6. However, it will support larger panoramas and auto-focus for video recording.
Moreover, it will have a barometer for tracking elevation in the health app, an NFC chip for Apple Pay, and upgraded chips from the iPhone 6 variant.
The most noticeable addition will be the ‘Live Photos’ feature that can be found on the iPhone 6s. The iPhone SE will be available in silver, space grey, gold, and Rose Gold colour options.
Apple Watch band
New Apple Watch band may also be launched, in new colour variants and potentially made out of new materials. Apple has been rumoured to be working in partnership with high-fashion brands in regards with the same.