Invites simply went for Apple’s subsequent huge occasion, scheduled for 10AM PT/1PM ET on September 14. The invite doesn’t supply rather a lot in the way in which of what’s to return — it’s a neon emblem set towards a beautiful sierras backdrop and an obvious The Mamas & the Papas reference within the type of “California Streaming.” Beats CaliforniPhoneication, I suppose. As the identify implies, the occasion will — as soon as once more — be all digital, little doubt owing to varied variants.

The firm’s reportedly received lots of {hardware} ready within the wings forward of the vacations, however the timing in definitely proper on this one for the iPhone 13. Last yr marked a uncommon delay for the corporate, owing to bigger points with the provision chain that hamstrung a lot of the business.

Per traditional, there’s been lots of hypothesis across the upcoming handset’s launch. Last yr’s long-awaited arrival of 5G marked an enormous windfall for the corporate, as the general business was flagging. It was a massive few quarters for the iPhone, as these holding off on upcoming lastly pulled the set off.

So, what surprises does Apple have up its sleeve for the following model of the handset? Recent leaks level to a characteristic known as Emergency Message by way of Satellite, which gives quick satellite tv for pc requires telephones briefly unable to entry their mobile networks. Honestly, although, the knowledge round that is at the moment murky, at finest.

Other anticipated updates embrace a 120Hz show – many anticipated the replace to reach on iPhone 12, however all variations of the handset nonetheless sported a 60Hz refresh fee. It’s anticipated to pack the brand new A15 chip, improved sensors and a bigger battery. And for good measure, a brand new MagSafe charger additionally just made its way through the FCC.

The Apple Watch 7 and AirPods 3 are additionally set for launch sooner, than later. Though Apple definitely hasn’t been above splitting issues up a bit within the digital occasion period.

As ever, we’ll be there (nearly) to deliver it to you, dwell.