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Apple Announces Digital-Only Event to Be Held on October 13: iPhone 12 Expected

33man said:
it will fit in the Apple car windshield holder and be used for self driving 😅😂 after launching new Appledrive app...

No seriously I don’t know what to say, appart IKEA application or Minecraft or any augmented reality app...
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I predict this will be the top downloaded app for folks with the iPhone 12 LIDAR.
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‎3d Scanner App™

‎Unlock the power of photogrammetry directly from your desktop with this advanced 3D reconstruction app for macOS. Downloaded by more than 11 Million users, it is designed for creative professionals, developers, and technical users alike, the tool transforms ordinary photos and videos into...
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They developed it because they wanted a free app to try out scanning but there weren’t any non-subscription ones :)
robertosh said:
Yes! Finally I will be able to buy an airtag to put it on my Apple TV remote !!!
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I’d guess many Apple items would eventually ship with AirTags tech inside. :)
 
This year’s educational discount ends on Oct 12 with the current iPad Pro model back ordered. Looks to me that there will be a specification bump for a newer model of the iPad Pro.
 
gnasher729 said:
The latest AirPods have a mode where they amplify outside sound, so that it is exactly as loud as if you didn't wear the AirPods. Opposite of noise cancelling.
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I've tried my gf's Airpods Pro and the transparency option. They sound like I'm wearing hearing aids because it amplifies external audio in this weirdly "super real" way. Like they're trying too hard.
 
So, is anyone really excited or hyped for this event? I mean, all the specs and sizes of this year's iPhone were already leaked earlier this year. We know that the phones will have 5G, hence the phrasing "Hi, Speed." We know that there will be 4 phones announced. We also know that the much-rumored Apple Tags will also be announced. What else can Apple announce at this "iPhone-centric" event that might still be a surprise? Is there anything left that has been spoiled already?
 
codewrangler said:
Apple Silicon Macs? Besides updated iPhones, that's what I hope to see on Tuesday...
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I doubt it. Pretty sure that will be announced separately at another event in Nov, because it would make sense to give the new AS Macs as much time as possible instead of cramming it next to the iPhone and having it play second fiddle next to the cash cow....It just wouldn't make sense marketing-wise to have it announced at the same time as the iPhone.
 
anshuvorty said:
So, is anyone really excited or hyped for this event? I mean, all the specs and sizes of this year's iPhone were already leaked earlier this year. We know that the phones will have 5G, hence the phrasing "Hi, Speed." We know that there will be 4 phones announced. We also know that the much-rumored Apple Tags will also be announced. What else can Apple announce at this "iPhone-centric" event that might still be a surprise? Is there anything left that has been spoiled already?
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I am very excited for the announcement and launch even though the specs were leaked. I’m ready to upgrade my XS Max!
 
compwiz1202 said:
This is why I don't understand why they moved the time. Did they ever give a reason? I don't start until 930 so I am ok, but others may already be at work or on the way. And I'd rather have it 3AM Eastern and just have diehards setting alarms ordering than competing with the general public
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Yes it will be annoying to preorder with the general public. My start time at work is clashing with the preorder start time.
 
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K4VKS said:
Ahh gotcha. Of course the recording will be available to watch later, but I know the anticipation is a killer
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It really is. I’m more excited for the iPhone 12 keynote and launch than the Watch S6 keynote and launch. Normally I upgrade my watch every 2 years but I’m skipping this year for my S4 and instead upgrade my XS Max.
 
StaceyMJ86 said:
Yes it will be annoying to preorder with the general public. My start time at work is clashing with the preorder start time.
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I don't think it'll be a HUGE problem if you get a color other than the new midnight blue. Even though midnight blue is my favorite color, I'm just going to pre-order the black one as I have been for the past 3 years.
 
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felixroqu3 said:
I don't think it'll be a HUGE problem if you get a color other than the new midnight blue. Even though midnight blue is my favorite color, I'm just going to pre-order the black one as I have been for the past 3 years.
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Blue is my favorite color as well and I too have decided to order a non-popular color like Silver this year. My XS Max is gold and I want to change the color for this year’s iPhone.
 
This digital-only events really have be baffled..

When they talk 'speed' are they referring to the internet or 5G ? (or perhaps both). Either way, it's good.

Why would Apple announce a slower iphone ?
 
anshuvorty said:
I doubt it. Pretty sure that will be announced separately at another event in Nov, because it would make sense to give the new AS Macs as much time as possible instead of cramming it next to the iPhone and having it play second fiddle next to the cash cow....It just wouldn't make sense marketing-wise to have it announced at the same time as the iPhone.
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See, I was right! this makes perfect sense!

See this: https://www.macrumors.com/2020/10/09/apple-silicon-mac-release-timeframe/

Key quote:
Gurman previously said the first Apple Silicon Mac would be announced "by" November, but today's wording narrows this down to "in" November, making it unlikely that we will be hearing about Apple Silicon Macs at next week's Apple event.
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felixroqu3 said:
I don't think it'll be a HUGE problem if you get a color other than the new midnight blue. Even though midnight blue is my favorite color, I'm just going to pre-order the black one as I have been for the past 3 years.
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If it would actually be a brighter blue and not look black/dark gray like my MG 11PM, I will take the hit on taking a chance or slipping into backorder heck. Otherwise it is silver again. Maybe Red if it is out right away
 
StaceyMJ86 said:
Blue is my favorite color as well and I too have decided to order a non-popular color like Silver this year. My XS Max is gold and I want to change the color for this year’s iPhone.
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Think blue with blue series 6 is what I will order.. Something different
 
StaceyMJ86 said:
Blue is my favorite color as well and I too have decided to order a non-popular color like Silver this year. My XS Max is gold and I want to change the color for this year’s iPhone.
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Blue is my favorite also. I was SO tempted to buy the blue Apple Watch, but didn't only because the blue wouldn't go with all my outfits and occasions like my silver stainless steel does.
 
gowings23 said:
Is there any chance Touch ID makes it into the new iPhones like they did with the new iPad Air? With all of this mask wearing it drives me nuts to have to use a passcode to pay and unlock my phone.
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I'd say there's no chance of Touch ID with these new phones and little chance for next year's iPhones, unless that was already planned pre-covid. I imagine plans for the 2021 iPhones were probably already largely decided 6 months ago and mask wearing was not common in March/April. That said, I'd be extremely disappointed if Touch ID is not added in 2022.
 
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