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Apple Invites Media to September 7 Event: 'See You on the 7th'
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Now you're giving non-puter-nerds the impression that we don't have a sense of humor. But we are both correct. It's the 10th iPhone, but it's number 9.
You forgot one...
That was the worst launch event ever. I'm buying *insert non-Apple item here*! Apple is done now that Jobs died they don't innovate anything. It was so boring!
That was the worst launch event ever. I'm buying *insert non-Apple item here*! Apple is done now that Jobs died they don't innovate anything. It was so boring!
This headphone jack thing has thrown me for a loop. I *always* upgrade, but this time it will feel more like a downgrade. I absolutely hate all the Bluetooth s*** I own. I have a Jabra Move headset and a UE Mini Boom. Both are constantly disconnecting, stuttering, rebooting, etc. Just pairing them is a pain in the ***, let alone charging them.
I feel like it will be embarrassing to carry around the new iPhone, because everyone will know what a sucker you are. And again, I have bought *every* new iPhone since the 3GS.
I feel like it will be embarrassing to carry around the new iPhone, because everyone will know what a sucker you are. And again, I have bought *every* new iPhone since the 3GS.
So why not drop the proprietary port instead of the universal standard one
also: you dont need to drop it at all, since, you never have to use it. you can still today, on devices with 3.5mm jack use lightning or bluetooth headphones. While still giving all users the option of using the legacy, but universal standard connection.
Instead, proponents of dropping the headphone jack look at it from "I dont use it, so why should it exist". not realizing that each iphone isn't custom tailored to them, but to fit within an industry, which uses that port as standard.
it still goes back to my original point: the only valid reason to drop the 3.5mm headphone port is purely speculating that they needed the space for something wonderful, and new, something that all the people in all these threads can't even guess at.
any other reason given is an excuse by Apple fanboys to repeat "Apple knows best"
Not against praise where its merited. This invite seems pretty lackluster though. And the catch phrase could have been anyone on the street: "So, random person on the street--we're having an event on the 7th, what should we put on the invite?" "Err... see you on the 7th?"
I haven't been impressed with the graphic design work around the invites in a while--I think the last one to really make me interested was the time they had the music event where the guitar sound hole cutout was the Apple logo. That's the kind of creativity and polish I expect from a company where the liberal arts meets technology.
Hope the event is good though. They can't not mention new MacBook pros. Or if they don't there better damned well be an announcement right after the hype from the iPhone launch wears off.
So let's get this straight. You're happy that Apple will ditch a multi-purpose, multi-industry, cheap, and rugged tool to put in a single-industry, single-company, expensive thing? Where's the advantage. Name a few, come on.
Apple today sent out media invites for an iPhone-centric event that will be held on Wednesday, September 7 at 10:00 am at the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium in San Francisco, California. Media invites (via The Verge) offer up a first look at the theme of the event and feature the simple tagline: "See you on the 7th."
The fall 2016 event is expected to see the debut of the next-generation iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, which are rumored to feature improved cameras, better processors, and improved water resistance, implemented through the removal of the headphone jack and the introduction of a new flush, pressure-sensitive home button. Both devices are said to look similar to the iPhone 6s, with the same general size and shape, but with relocated antenna bands that no longer span the back of the devices.
Faster LTE and Wi-Fi speeds are rumored, as is a jump in storage space with 32GB positioned as the new minimum and a 256GB option rumored at the high end (possibility limited to iPhone 7 Plus). Display improvements first introduced in the 9.7-inch iPad Pro, including the True Tone feature able to adjust the display to match ambient lighting could be offered, and the larger iPhone 7 Plus is expected to have exclusive features like 3GB RAM and a dual-lens camera for crisper, brighter images.
Apple may use the event to debut a second-generation Apple Watch, said to include better waterproofing, an improved processor, and a built-in GPS chip. Design changes are not expected for the next-generation Apple Watch, but new materials and new bands are always a possibility. Apple rotates its Apple Watch band offerings on a regular basis and we expect to see new designs this fall.
Most of Apple's Mac lineup is due for an update, but the most highly anticipated machine, the MacBook Pro, will reportedly not be debuting at the event, coming later in the year instead. It's not known if other Macs will see a refresh announcement at the event, but it's unlikely, and we're also not expecting any iPad announcements at this time.
We will, however, get an update on the prospective launch dates of iOS 10, macOS Sierra, watchOS 3, and tvOS 10. We're expecting to see iOS 10 and watchOS 3 launch shortly ahead of the release date of the next-generation iPhone (rumored to be September 16 or September 23), while macOS Sierra could come a bit later, perhaps towards the end of the month. tvOS 10, as a new operating system, could launch alongside iOS 10 or alongside macOS Sierra.
In line with past events, the September 7 event will begin at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time. As it has done with several past events, Apple is likely to stream the event live on its website and on the Apple TV. MacRumors will also be providing full event coverage, both on MacRumors.com and through our MacRumorsLive Twitter account.
Update: Apple has announced it will indeed be live streaming the event.
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Damn that promo pick is bokehlicious
What the hell is it with Apple and setting events at the same day as others. This is the same time the Sony 4k Neo is being announced as well.
Too bad Apple will probably focus heavily on the Watch 2 and the new Macbooks instead of the new iphone.
Ah yes, the "Apple convinced me to go Android" crowd. Second only to the "I hate this iPhone, and I've owned every one!" folks.
Oh, and I'm playing a drinking game with "booooooring" and "snooze fest" comments during the keynote!
What?
The Macbook airs are actually Apple's Best "bang for buck" product right now. Despite the industry trailing display, Everything else about the MacBook Air is on par with the industry. From Standard i5-i7 ULV CPU's (same as found in almost all Ultra Books), to good RAM and storage options that start at $999. I think you're thinking the Retina Macbook which is more a "toy" that is priced above what most I think would consider reasonable.
Fed government didn't force away with Rabbit ears either. The forced change was moving from NTSC to ATSC broadcast standards. What this allowed for is innovation. It allowed for the networks to use existing bands of the TV spectrum to carry higher quality picture and sound digitally, using less overall frequency per channel. NTSC was analogue and ATSC is digital
Beleive it or not, with the move to ATSC, you didn't have to change your rabbit ears. The same antenna that worked with NTSC still work with ATSC. What you need is a new ATSC tuner (almost every TV in the last decade comes with these standard)
Wait? What? I missed this, I was outside hooking up the horse and buggy.
You're post made me laugh, good reply.
It's to do with the dual-camera... how it'd focus.
You think Apple would intentionally release an image like this? Lol.
I didn't say I'm happy. I said I'm indifferent. I truly don't care about the loss of the 3.5 as I never use it.
The description you give it sounds like the same kind of argument that could be applied to the floppy, cd, Ethernet, etc. It's about a forward looking change I'd guess.
Unless Apple actually have managed to double down on security and have some well kept secrets in store for this event, this looks to be the least exciting launch in years.
What the hell is it with Apple and setting events at the same day as others. This is the same time the Sony 4k Neo is being announced as well.
Apple has probably had this date set a long time ago. Likely coincidental. Funny though that wwdc had also landed on the same day MS showed the Xbox one S.
Given what we know about the next iPhone if Apple focuses on actual new stuff rather than fillibuster the iPhone6s 2.0, for an hour I might be thrilled... assuming the AW2 and new MBPs are drool-worth. Not holding my breath w/ AW2 but MBP, hell, it's just due.
I'm afraid we are going to get an ear full of how great Lighting port audio is. My Shure 535s will have none of it though. Also audio ports need to be universal just like headphones.
No, it's not the same.
First of all, floppy drives (&co) were single-industry. You could not put a floppy drive in a stereo, or in a car. 3.5mm? I can use it with my boombox, with my iphone, with my Walkman, with my Windows-PC, with my iPad, with my car, and I believe even with my television.
Second, floppy drive was rendered useless by the advancement of technologies that allowed its removal. Hard Drives became cheaper and reliable, and so was wireless networking. Transferring files was easy, and storing was easier. With Bluetooth (as of today) you are bound to have delays, you can't have two people listening to the same video on two sets of headphones, you have to recharge the batteries, etc. The technology is NOT ready.
If we had a new technology that worked, I would not complain. I am okay with "forcing" the future; sometimes we get stuck in the past. But if the solution is half-baked, than no. Keep what works.
An observation. Ethernet is not gone, it's alive and well.
Get an adapter, if it's not included with the phone. The future is digital and wireless.
Apple is paving the way for better technologies. That's good.
This invitation is extremely creative! very different from others.
Just like the new iPhone, so quite appropriate too.