Apple’s new iPhone 8 will be officially unveiled today. The latest smartphone is expected to be a radical change for the company, which will seek to wow users for the 10th anniversary of the device.
Fans got an early taste of what’s in store ahead of today’s release date when Apple suffered a major leak two days before its launch, with many of the iPhone 8’s features being revealed.
The latest leaks suggest the new phone – its price could be in the region of £1,000 – will actually be called the iPhone X and will include wireless charging, facial recognition, an edge-to-edge display and – for the first time – no home button. Apple is expected to release the device alongside two other phones, called the iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus.
Here’s everything you need to know about the iPhone X release.
WHEN WILL THE iPHONE 8 BE UNVEILED?
The launch gets underway at 10am (6pm BST) today and will take place at Apple’s new HQ in Cupertino.
Apple Park only recently opened and includes a purpose built theatre named after the firm’s founder Steve Jobs.
The 1,000 seat auditorium is where Tim Cook will unveil the iPhone 8 with the device expected to be shown to the world at around 11am (7pm BST).
WHEN WILL IT GO ON SALE?
Fans will find out an official release date today but Apple usually releases its new smartphones around a week after they are unveiled.
Friday’s are the favoured date for Apple fans to pick up their shiny new iPhones which could mean the new call maker will hit shops on Friday 22 September.
However, before you get too excited it’s worth noting that the iPhone 8 is expected to be in huge demand with some recent reports suggesting Apple may struggle to keep up with demand.
This could mean some people may not be able to get their hands on the iPhone 8 until later in the year.
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Apple’s iPhone 8 is set to be unveiled tomorrow
HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?
Rumours are rife that the iPhone 8 will be the most expensive smartphone Apple has ever made.
Some reports have put a price of $1000 on this latest device.
According to a new report by The New York Times, this ultra-premium iPhone will start from $999 (£780).
The US newspaper says this is price is based on accounts from those who have already been briefed on the product and who requested to remain anonymous.
It’s unclear if this price will be the base model and whether costs will be even higher for the top-of-the-line device with extra memory.
Apple’s current smartphone line-up of devices starts at £599 for the iPhone 7 with 32GB of onboard storage, but quickly rises to £919 for the maxed-out iPhone 7 Plus.
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Apple recently sent out invites to a major launch event
WHAT ELSE WILL BE ANNOUNCED
Alongside the iPhone 8, Apple is also expected to announce a host of other products and software updates.
The US firm could reveal a new Apple Watch which is rumoured to include LTE technology so it works independently of the iPhone.
A new Apple TV that is compatible with 4K Ultra HD content is also likely and we may even see some revamped AirPods shown to the world.
Finally, Apple will announce when iOS 11 and macOS High Sierra will be officially released to iPhones, iPads and Macs across the world.
Source: www.express.co.uk