Apple's iPhone 16 'Glowtime' Event: Everything Revealed in 9 Minutes
Summary
TLDRApple introduces the Series 10 Watch with a larger, 30% more expansive display, starting at $399, available September 20th. The Ultra 2 model in satin black features a diamondlike carbon PVD coating, starting at $799. New AirPods offer open ear design with spatial audio and hands-free Siri, with a noise-cancellation model for $179, also available September 20th. iPhone 16 boasts improved durability and a customizable action button, while iPhone 16 Pro models feature larger displays and advanced camera controls, all launching September 20th.
Takeaways
- đ± Apple Watch Series 10 introduces the largest and most advanced display ever for an Apple Watch, with up to 30% more screen area compared to previous generations.
- đ The new display allows for increased font size without losing content and an additional line of text in apps like Messages, Mail, and News.
- đŹ Typing messages, entering passcodes, and pausing workouts are made easier with the larger, more user-friendly display.
- đ The Series 10 features a wider aspect ratio and rounded corners, giving it a sleeker and more streamlined appearance.
- đĄïž The front crystal is made of durable ion-X glass, extending further down the sides for a more expansive view.
- đ„ïž Apple's first-ever wide-angle OLED display is introduced in Series 10, with optimized pixels for emitting more light at wider angles.
- đ° Apple Watch Series 10 is priced starting at $399 and will be available from September 20th.
- đ§ The new AirPods offer improved sound quality with richer bass and crystal clear highs, including personalized spatial audio.
- đ§ New AirPods models are introduced with active noise cancellation, starting at $129 for the standard model and $179 for the noise-cancelling version.
- đš AirPods Max now come in new colors and with a USB-C port for charging, maintaining the price at $549.
- đ A clinically-validated hearing test is introduced for AirPods Pro and iPhone, allowing users to check their hearing health from home.
Q & A
What is the key feature of the display in Apple Watch Series 10?
-The display in Apple Watch Series 10 is the largest and most advanced ever developed for Apple Watch, offering up to 30% more screen area compared to previous generations, allowing for increased font size without sacrificing content and an additional line of text in apps.
How does the design of the Apple Watch Series 10 differ from its predecessors?
-The Apple Watch Series 10 has more rounded corners and a wider aspect ratio, giving it a softer, sleeker, and more streamlined appearance. The front crystal is made of durable ion-X glass and extends further down the sides of the case.
What is special about the OLED display in Apple Watch Series 10?
-The OLED display in Apple Watch Series 10 is Apple's first-ever wide-angle OLED display, with each pixel optimized to emit more light at wider angles.
What is the starting price for Apple Watch Series 10 and when will it be available?
-Apple Watch Series 10 starts at $399 and can be pre-ordered starting today, with availability scheduled for September 20th.
What new color is introduced for Apple Watch Ultra 2 and what is its special feature?
-Apple Watch Ultra 2 is now available in a new satin black color. This deep dark finish is achieved through a custom blasting process, and the diamond-like carbon PVD coating makes the surface extremely scratch-resistant and durable.
What are the starting prices for the different models of AirPods mentioned in the script?
-The next-generation AirPods 4 start at $129, AirPods 4 with active noise cancellation are priced at $179, and AirPods Max remain at $549.
How do the new AirPods models enhance the user experience with Siri?
-The new AirPods models allow users to interact with Siri through head gestures such as nodding for yes or shaking for no, providing a hands-free experience.
What new feature is introduced in AirPods Pro 2 for hearing health?
-AirPods Pro 2 introduce a clinically-validated hearing test that can be taken using the AirPods Pro and iPhone, offering a simple 5-minute check from the comfort of one's home.
What improvements are made to the durability of iPhone 16?
-iPhone 16 is built with industry-leading durability, featuring water and dust resistance, and a new advanced glass ceramic formulation called Ceramic Shield that is 50% tougher than the first generation and twice as tough as any other smartphone glass.
What is the new customizable feature introduced in iPhone 16?
-iPhone 16 introduces a customizable action button that allows users to perform various functions with just a press, such as recording a voice memo, identifying a song, or translating a phrase. Users can also customize the button to open specific apps or access in-app functionality.
How does the new camera control feature on iPhone 16 work?
-The camera control on iPhone 16 provides instant, easy access to the camera with just a click. It allows for quick photo capture without adjusting grip and offers a new overlay for adjusting camera features like zoom. It also supports quick video recording and can be used to access additional controls by sliding a finger on the control.
Outlines
đ± Apple Watch Series 10 & AirPods Updates
Apple introduces the largest and most advanced display for the Apple Watch Series 10, which is slightly bigger than the Apple Watch Ultra and offers up to 30% more screen area. The display allows for increased font size without losing content, and the rounded corners and wider aspect ratio give it a sleeker look. The front crystal is made of durable ion-X glass, and the watch features Apple's first-ever wide-angle OLED display. Apple Watch Series 10 is priced starting at $399 and is available for pre-order, with a release date set for September 20th. The Ultra 2 model is highlighted in a new satin black finish, achieved through a custom blasting process, and starts at $799. The AirPods are upgraded with richer bass and clear highs, and the open ear design includes personalized spatial audio. The new AirPods 4 are priced at $129, and those with active noise cancellation are $179, both available for pre-order with the same release date. AirPods Max are now available in new colors and with USB-C charging, still priced at $549. A clinically validated hearing test is introduced for AirPods Pro and iPhone, offering a 5-minute check from home. iPhone 16 boasts industry-leading durability with water and dust resistance and a new glass ceramic formulation, Ceramic Shield, that is 50% tougher than the first generation and twice as tough as other smartphone glasses.
đ± iPhone 16 Series Features & Camera Control
The iPhone 16 series comes with a customizable action button for quick access to various functions like voice memos, song identification, and translations. The new camera control feature provides instant access to the camera with a click and allows for easy adjustment of camera features. Siri gains new personal context awareness, enabling more personalized assistance. The iPhone 16 Pro models feature larger Pro displays at 6.3 inches and 6.9 inches, respectively, and introduce audio mixes that enhance voice clarity during recordings. The iPhone 16 series starts at $799 for the standard model and $899 for the Pro Max, with pre-orders beginning on Friday and availability in stores from September 20th.
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Keywords
đĄApple Watch Series 10
đĄDisplay Area
đĄIon-X Glass
đĄWide Angle OLED Display
đĄAirPods
đĄSpatial Audio
đĄActive Noise Cancellation
đĄAirPods Max
đĄHearing Health
đĄiPhone 16
đĄCeramic Shield
Highlights
Apple Watch Series 10 features the largest and most advanced display ever developed for an Apple Watch.
The display is slightly larger than the Apple Watch Ultra, offering up to 30% more screen area compared to previous generations.
Larger screen allows for increased font size without losing content and an additional line of text in apps.
Series 10's design includes more rounded corners and a wider aspect ratio for a sleeker look.
The front crystal is made of durable ion-X glass, extending further down the case for an expansive view.
Apple's first-ever wide-angle OLED display is featured under the front crystal, optimizing light emission at wider angles.
Apple Watch Series 10 is priced starting at $399, available for pre-order, and will be released on September 20th.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 introduces a new satin black finish achieved through a custom blasting process.
The diamond-like carbon PVD coating on Ultra 2 enhances scratch resistance and durability.
Apple Watch Ultra 2 starts at $799, available for pre-order, and will be released on September 20th.
New AirPods feature an acoustic architecture with richer bass and crystal clear highs, offering the best sound quality yet.
AirPods include personalized spatial audio for an immersive media experience.
AirPods are designed for hands-free calling, with machine learning enhancing the interaction with Siri.
A new model of AirPods introduces active noise cancellation to the open ear design for the first time.
Next-generation AirPods 4 start at $129, and those with active noise cancellation are priced at $179.
AirPods Max now come in new colors and with USB-C for easier charging, still priced at $549.
A clinically-validated hearing test is introduced for AirPods Pro and iPhone, offering a simple 5-minute check.
iPhone 16 boasts industry-leading durability with water and dust resistance and a new advanced glass ceramic formulation.
The display on iPhone 16 adjusts brightness in various lighting conditions, from 2000 nits to just 1 nit.
iPhone 16 introduces a customizable action button for quick access to various functions.
Camera control on iPhone 16 provides instant access to the camera with a click, and easy adjustment of camera features.
Siri on iPhone 16 gains personal context understanding and action capabilities for more intuitive assistance.
Apple intelligence will transform user experiences with new features available as a free software update.
iPhone 16 Pro models feature larger Pro displays with the thinnest borders on any Apple product.
New audio features like Audio Mix, Studio Mix, and Cinematic Mix enhance the recording experience on iPhone 16.
iPhone 16 Pro starts at $999, and iPhone 16 Pro Max at $1099, available for pre-order and in stores from September 20th.
Transcripts
for series 10 we developed the largest
and most advanced display ever for Apple
watch it's the biggest wearable display
we've ever built even slightly bigger
than Apple watch Ultra and compared to
previous generations it has up to 30%
more screen
area with a larger screen you can
increase the font size without
sacrificing content and you can see an
additional line of text and apps like
messages mail or news it also makes it
easier to type a message enter your
passcode or pause your workout both the
display and the case have more rounded
corners and a wider aspect ratio which
makes series 10 appear softer sleeker
and more streamlined the front Crystal
of series 10 is made of durable ionics
glass and extends further down the sides
of the case creating an expansive top
view under the front crystal is Apple's
first everever wide angle OLED display
each pixel has been optimized to emit
more light at wider angles Apple Watch
series 10 starts at 399 you can
pre-order starting today and it will be
available on September 20th Ultra 2 is
now available in a gorgeous satin black
this incredible deep dark finish is
achieved through a custom blasting
process the diamondlike carbon PVD
coating was specifically formulated to
to make the Surface extremely scratch
resistant and durable Apple watch Ultra
2 starts at
$7.99 you can pre-order starting today
and it will be available on September
20th thanks to a new acoustic
architecture with richer base and
Crystal Clear highs these are the best
sounding airpods ever in this open ear
design and that includes personalized
spatial audio which surrounds you with
sound and transforms music movies and
games with our most immersive media
experience airpods are also perfect for
taking calls handsfree and machine
learning makes this experience even
better when interacting with Siri you
can simply nod your head yes or shake
your head no in response to Siri
announcements now for those who are
looking for an even more advanced
performance in this style of airpods we
created a second model inspired by some
of the most impactful features of of
airpods pro we're excited to bring
active noise cancellation to this
airpods design for the first time the
next Generation airpods 4 are just
$129 and airpods 4 with active noise
cancellation are
$179 you can pre-order them today and
they will be available on September 20th
we're excited to introduce beautiful new
colors in midnight blue purple orange
and starlight along with USBC making
airpods Max even more convenient to
charge and with iOS 18 the listening
experience gets even better with
personalized spatial audio for music
movies and games airpods Maxs are still
$549 they can be pre-ordered today and
will also be available on September 20th
to give you insight into your hearing
Health we're introducing a clinically
validated hearing test with your airpods
pro and iPhone it's a simple 5minute
check you can take from the comfort of
your own home all you need to do is tap
the screen when you hear a series of
tones at different volumes and
frequencies the hearing test Builds on
learnings from the Apple hearing study
and was developed using large scale real
world data and it was validated against
the clinical gold standard of pure tone
audiometry once you're done you'll see
easy to understand results in a
personalized hearing profile we are so
excited for these updates coming to
airpods Pro 2 delivering the world's
first all-in-one experience with active
hearing protection a clinical grade
hearing test and an easytouse
professional grade hearing aid iPhone 16
is built to last with industry-leading
durability it is water and dust
resistant and has our new most advanced
glass ceramic
formulation this latest generation
ceramic Shield material is 50% tougher
than the first generation ceramic shield
and two times tougher than glass found
in any other smartphone the display on
iPhone 16 provides an exceptional
viewing experience under all conditions
up to 2,000 knits when you're in a sunny
environment and down to one knit in the
dark and it comes in two sizes 6.1 in
for iPhone 16 and 6.7 in for iPhone 16
plus iPhone 16 now has the customizable
action button allowing you to perform
perform a variety of functions with just
a press you can record a voice memo
identify a song or translate a phrase
you can also customize the action button
with a shortcut so it opens calendar
during the day and flashlight at
night or use it to directly access inapp
functionality like unlocking and locking
your car with the Ford Pass
App iPhone 16 introduces the allnew
Innovative camera control control the
camera control provides instant easy
access to the camera with just a click
it allows you to adjust various camera
features simply by sliding your
finger Siri will be able to tap into
your personal context to help you in
ways that are unique to you like pulling
up the recommendation for the TV show
that your brother sent you last month
and Siri will gain onscreen awareness so
when your friend texts you about a new
album you'll be able to Simply say play
that and it will be able to take
hundreds of new actions in your apps
like updating a friend's contact card
with his new address or adding a set of
photos to a specific album with series
personal context understanding and
action capabilities you'll be able to
Simply say send Erica the photos from
Saturday's barbecue and Siri will dig up
the photos and send them right off with
new ways to express yourself and relive
memories along with tools to help you
prioritize and focus so you can get more
done Apple intelligence is going to
transform so much of what you do with
iPhone Apple intelligence will be
available as a free software update the
first set of features will be available
in beta next month the camera control
it's designed for an amazing camera
experience that brings you new ways to
capture your photos quickly and easily
the camera control is easy to use in
landscape or portrait it's fles to the
surface covered by a sapphire crystal
with a smooth texture and surrounded by
a color matched stainless steel trim the
camera control elegantly Blends hardware
and software when you click it launches
the camera and once in the camera you
don't need to adjust your grip to take a
photo just click again so you don't miss
the moment with a click and hold you can
do a quick video recording a light press
also brings up a new overlay that allows
quick access to useful camera functions
by sliding your finger on the camera
control you can adjust controls like
Zoom when you press lightly twice you
can see other controls then simply slide
to the control you want and press
lightly again to select it like the
depth of fields to compose a stunning
portrait apps like Snapchat are also
leveraging the camera control to create
new experiences like quickly sharing the
moment with your friends or groups
iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 plus are a huge
leap forward they still start at just
$7.99 for iPhone 16 and $8.99 for iPhone
16 plus it starts with a big Improvement
to the gorgeous Pro displays they're
even larger at 6.3 in on iPhone 16 Pro
and 6.9 in on iPhone 16 Pro Max for the
largest iPhone display ever helping you
see more and do more we did this while
minimizing product growth by developing
the thinnest borders on any Apple
product audio miix uses machine learning
to identify and separate background
elements from speech and let you choose
from three voice options say people off
camera are talking during the capture no
it's your grandma's pakes times two yeah
okay that's very funny all right enjy
the inframe mix isolates the voice of
the person on camera so you don't lose
that perfect t
no it's your grandma's bunk cake yeah
okay that's very funny all right Studio
mix gives the effect of a recording in a
professional studio complete with sound
dappening walls effectively eliminating
rever no your grandma's bun cakes times
two yeah okay that's very funny all
right enjoy and cinematic mix handles
voices like in movies they start at just
999 for iPhone 16 Pro and $1.99 for
iPhone 16 Pro Max all new iPhone 16
models will be available for pre-order
on Friday and will be available in
stores next week on September 20th
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