Live Blog: Apple Launches iPhone SE & 9.7-inch iPad Pro
Apple’s March 2016 event is all set to start at 10:30 pm IST, it’s time to geek up!
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And that’s all from Tim Cook and Apple folks. Have a good evening.
The iPod and the App Store was announced at this venue, and we’re sad to say that this is the last Apple event over here.
Tim Cook is back on stage to highlight the products showcased, as well as launched this evening.
Apple has given the 256GB model treatment for the 12.9-inch iPad Pro, starting from $799 onwards.
Hang on, before we go ahead and appreciate the new iPad Pro, we’d like to ask Apple where’s the 3G/4G LTE models of the iPad Pro?
The Apple iPad Pro is priced at $599 for the 32GB WiFi model. This time, Apple’s also got a 256GB model of the iPad Pro which will be available for $899. The iPad Pro starts shipping from 31 March onwards.
The 9.7-inch iPad Pro gets a 12-megapixel camera with two-tone flash and a 5-megapixel on the front. This is the most powerful camera on an iPad ever.
Apple also announces new version of USB camera adapter and SD card reader for the iPad.
The 9.7-inch iPad Pro gets the Smart Keyboard and the Pencil much like its bigger brother.
Apple claims that the new iPad Pro is capable of outperforming the XBox 360. Whoa!
For audio fanboys, the iPad Pro gets 4-audio speakers and powered by A9 processor.
The new iPad Pro comes with a True-Tone display technology that is able to sense the temperature of the room and set its level to that.
Apple takes a dig at Microsoft, targeting over 600 million PC users as their next iPad Pro consumers.
People have loved the size of the Apple iPad Pro for its large screen size that enables professionals to do creative stuff.
In addition to a smaller iPhone, Apple has also announced 9.7-inch iPad Pro.
Keeping in mind the taxes and customs charge, we don’t expect to get the Apple iPhone SE for less than Rs 37,000 in India. So much for the iPhone SE being the affordable iPhone.
Most of us expected India to be part of the first list where the Apple iPhone SE will be available. However, markets like US, China will be able to get their iPhone SE by end of this month.
The Apple iPhone SE has been priced at $399 for the 16GB, while the 64GB will cost you $499. The iPhone SE will be available across 110 countries by the end of May.
The iPhone SE gets Touch ID support, NFC and connectivity bands for fast-speed LTE speeds, faster than what the iPhone 5S gives.
Apple claims that the small size iPhone SE will offer better battery life without compromising on the performance.
The iPhone SE performs at the level of iPhone 6S with its powerful processor. The iPhone SE is also said to be powerful than the iPhone 5S.
Well, the rumours were true after all, Apple has just announced the iPhone SE that comes in multiple colours, and with a 4-inch display.
Finally, we’ve got Apple talking about the ‘new member of the iPhone family’.
tvOS is now equipped with features integrated with Siri. Some upcoming features like Folder, Dictation, iCloud Photo Library and Live Photos are also coming to the Apple TV.
Over 5000 apps are now available on the Apple TV ecosystem. Popular shows like Game of Thrones will also be available to its users.
Now, it’s time for Apple TV.
Apple has announced an all new range of Nylon wristband for the spring season. But that’s not all, Apple Watch now starts from $299.
Tim Cook is back on the stage, and finally, we’ll get some products. First up is the Apple Watch.
CareKit will be available as an open source, starting April, concludes Jeff.
We think empowering people with data about their health is incredibly important, so today we’re launching CareKit, Jeff. This app announced can be used for Parkinson patients.
Now you’ve got a video where doctors are illustrating how the Health features from Apple help in treatments.
Apple COO Jeff Williams is here to talk about Health for Apple. And her’s got some interesting insights to share with respect to diabetes and other health conditions.
Apple has the Renew program which enables users to submit their iPhones for recycling, and ensure their data is secured.
Apple is proud of its manufacturing culture that is recycling-friendly and all that is done by LIAM, the robotic solution used to make iPhones.
Apple is heavily making use of solar and wind energy across its various verticals.
Apple’s 93 percent resources worldwide run on renewable energy while in US Apple is completely running on renewable energy.
Tim Cook gives way to Lisa who’s going to talk about Apple’s effort towards the environment.
We believe strongly that we have a responsibility to help protect your data and your privacy. And we will not shy away from our responsibility. Loud applause in the hall greets Tim Cook.
We built the iPhone for you and it is an extension of our consumers, here’s Tim Cook talking up the recent privacy subject that has hit the company.
Apple is set to turn 40 on April 1 and the company showcases its rich history with a video presentation.
Tim Cook is on the stage to begin the event.
We’re all set for the big Apple launch event, and in typical Apple-style, we have a video to start the proceedings.
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We’re one and a half hours away from Apple’s big March 2016 event that goes live at 10:30 pm IST.
Here’s how you can watch the event live in India.
Apple has been prepping for the event which takes place at Apple’s Infinite Loop headquarters in San Francisco.
Apple is expected to launch a smaller version of the iPhone which will be either called the iPhone 5SE or iPhone SE.
Along with the new iPhone, Apple might also announce the opening of official Apple Stores in India.
Apple is also expected to launch a 9.7 inch iPad Pro at the event.
Both the launches are eagerly awaited by tech enthusiasts.
Many believe that Apple was forced into making a smaller and more affordable iPhone due to the decline in sales after the launch of the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus. The 2015 iPhones looked similar to their predecessors iPhone 6 and 6 Plus.
Many industry experts have also questioned whether the world really needs a smaller iPhone now.
All will be revealed at 10:30 pm IST when the Apple event starts.
Till then, take a look at what we think about 2015’s Apple iPhone 6s and the iPhone 6s Plus.
The iPhone 6s Plus also faced stiff competition from the likes of Samsung Galaxy Note 5 last year.
While Apple has kept mum about its plans, several analysts expect the company will introduce an upgrade to its older, 4-inch iPhone 5S – aimed at consumers who haven’t sprung for the bigger-screen iPhone 6 models that Apple has introduced over the last two years.
Apple has been in the news in 2016 mainly due to its conflict with the FBI. This launch event might just bring the company some positives to start with in 2016.
Even with new features, analysts say the 4-inch iPhone should sell at a lower price than the larger models, which list at $549 or more. That means it may appeal to some shoppers, especially in price-sensitive markets like India. Many believed that the 6s and 6s Plus were a rip-off.
We’ll be getting you live updates from the event right here on the Live Blog.
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