Apple's Big September Reveal: What to Expect from the iPhone 15 Launch

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For those keenly eyeing the tech industry, Apple's September events have become something of an annual pilgrimage. After much conjecture and whispering across both online forums and tech cafes, Apple has finally put an end to the suspense.

On Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Apple will host a press conference at its Cupertino headquarters. The exact details remain shrouded in mystery, but industry insiders predict the unveiling of the iPhone 15 lineup. Beyond the flagship phone, there are hints of new entrants in the Apple Watch series: the Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2.

Both have been the subjects of much recent speculation.

Software and Accessories: A Glimpse into the Future

The aftermath of the event promises to be as thrilling as the event itself. Following the grand reveals, we anticipate public releases of iOS 17, iPadOS 17, and WatchOS 10.

These updates are likely to roll out in the immediate days succeeding the event. AirPod enthusiasts might be in for a treat too, with word of a potential minor upgrade to the Apple AirPods Pro 2. The talk of the town? A USB-C addition to the charging case.

Mark your calendars, as Apple's tradition typically opens up pre-orders for its freshly announced devices on the Friday post-event. This hints at a September 15 date for eager customers to secure their iPhone 15. Maintaining this timeline, the new devices should be gracing store shelves by September 23, 2023.

NEW: Apple Sept. 12 iPhone 15 is official. pic.twitter.com/8flP0I0xdW — Mark Gurman (@markgurman) August 29, 2023

Innovations and Upgrades: Diving Deep into iPhone 15

The iPhone 15 and its elder sibling, the iPhone 15 Plus, are rumored to undergo significant evolutionary changes.

Sources indicate an adoption of the Dynamic Island feature, which was previously exclusive to the iPhone 14 Pro series. Under the hood, the devices are expected to be turbocharged by the Apple A16 Bionic chipset, mirroring the prowess of the current Pro models.

The Pro versions, on the other hand, might come with some noticeable external modifications. There's chatter about the elimination of the physical mute switch in favor of a versatile button. Plus, the bezel might get a trim, granting users a smidge more screen space.

And in a noteworthy shift, Apple seems poised to replace the Lightning ports with USB-C ports across the new iPhone range. However, not all tidings bring joy. There's a brewing storm in the form of potential price hikes, especially concerning the Pro models. But, like all things Apple pre-launch, it's best taken with a pinch of salt until official confirmation.