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We already had a Tech Talk post about what you all want to see Apple unveil tomorrow at its September 12 media event, but we didn’t talk about what you think they will announce. There are a plethora of things that Apple could show off tomorrow at Yerba Buena, but I’ve got a feeling that only a few of them will make the cut. Wanna see what they are? Keep reading to find out.
Next-generation iPhone
I’m not going to predict the name because – to be honest – Apple’s naming schemes are fairly messed up as of right now. What I will predict, however, is what the phone itself will look like: it’s going to be taller, likely with a resolution of 640 x 1136. The back will likely, unfortunately be that odd two-tone combination that we’ve seen in leaks over the past year. Other than the slightly stretched body and completely redesigned back, however, the new iPhone will be fairly close to the iPhone 4/4S in terms of design.
Of course, the biggest change to the new iPhone is, in my opinion, the new dock connector. There has been no shortage of rumors surrounding the redesigned dock connector – including our own exclusive report on how the included cable will block tethered jailbreaks – so it only makes sense that the dock connector will be changed. We’ll find exactly how it will be changed tomorrow – for better or worse.
New iPods
Just recently, a rumor went around the typical Apple rumor websites claiming that Apple will revamp its iPod lineup. That makes sense to me, as the current iPod touch is going on two years old – and really, the rest of the iPod lineup is due for a refresh, too.
The iPod touch is the only one that has gotten a lot of rumors, and they’re all about how it’ll be taller, just like the new iPhone. If it does get any taller, then I would say that it’ll have the same screen size as the iPhone, and thusly the same resolution. Other important specs, such as internals and pricing, will be found out tomorrow.
iOS 6
iOS 6 should be a given, as Apple promised that it would be released sometime near the fall – and we’re certainly near fall (in the US) already. If there are any surprises in iOS 6, they’ll all have to do with whatever new hardware the iPhone is packing, so none of them will apply to owners of current iPhones.
Outside the Apple event
That’s it for event announcements. I highly doubt that a rumored “iPad mini” will be announced tomorrow – even if I’d like to see one. Considering that the event will likely be filled with iOS 6, the new iPhone, and iPod news, I just can’t see another big product launch being fit into the event. Couple that with the rumor that there may be a second event held in October to announce the 7-inch iPad and you’ve got yourself one unlikely tablet guest for tomorrow’s event.
However, I do expect some releases outside of the announcement. Apple sometimes likes to release minor products or software updates after its events are done, and I have a sneaking suspicion that it may push out Mountain Lion 10.8.2 to its Mac users. That is purely speculation, of course, as there has been no news about that update’s golden master nearing completion, but it’s certainly a possibility.
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I expect a $250 iPad! Or i could settle for a budget friendly Apple computer
$20 says that no matter what it is, it will be “magical”
I expect to see a 4g capabilities. Not sure under which carriers outside the US, but definitely LTE for Verizon, Sprint, and AT&T.
Also, most mention hardware improvements, but I expect there to be something unique software side such as increased capabilities of Siri, and smart notifications as seen in Google Now (like how it knows how long it will take to get home even though you never explicitly said where home was… creepy).
Lastly, and something they won’t mention at the event, is an improved processor. Either a 32 nm A5 or even 28 nm. Apple A6 is possible, although I will be disappointed if the A6 is anything but ARM Cortex-A15
Also expecting lte capabilities. I’m kind of hoping the phone looks nothing like the leaks. Apple really revolutionized the smart phone game. I’m hoping for something revolutionary.
I’m satisfied with my Galaxy Nexus anyway (so I wouldn’t buy), but I agree: the new iPhone’s leaked designs have been truly horrible. Apple always does a good job in designing its devices and it seems that it might drop the ball on this one.
Apple will disappoint me if next iPhone is as rumored… Might have to switch. An I watch sounds nice though.
I think we’ll see the next iPod nano that might hark back to previous models re: form factor, but with better capacity.
I also beleive they need to do something special with the iPod Touch, as it is close to obsolete with iPhones and android phones/tablets trumping current models on price and functionality.
I expect a Nano Watch. iWatch
New Itouch!
I’m in the market for a new iPod Touch. My 4th Gen is still going strong but I like the new features and bigger screen.