6 things we learned from the Apple launch
Three new iPhones, an Apple Watch and Animojis all stole the show in California.
Apple’s hotly-anticipated launch did not disappoint, revealing three new iPhones, an Apple Watch and a host of other stuff for techies to revel in.
Here’s six things we learned in California:
1. iPhone X exists
Using Steve Jobs’s favoured “one more thing” line, Apple boss Tim Cook announced the new device – which he called the “future of the iPhone”.
Apple’s Phil Schiller also revealed the dual rear cameras on the X will be 12 megapixel and both will carry optical image stabilisation for the first time.
2. Expect to see Animojis everywhere
Face ID uses infrared sensors among others to build a dot pattern and recognise a user’s face through machine learning techniques.
Apple says it can even recognise users in the dark but perhaps the most visually-pleasing part of the launch was the use of Face ID to create Animoji – animated emoji controlled by the user’s face.
3. iPhone 8 is also a thing
The iPhone 8 will cost 699 dollars and the iPhone 8 Plus 799 dollars.
4. Apple Watch goes smartphone-free
The watch will run Apple’s latest smartwatch software, watchOS4, which can send notifications to users when unexpected raised heart rates are detected.
5. Apple TV is going 4K
The two technologies are designed to offer a wider range of high quality colours and higher resolution images.
6. Apple has a swanky new home
