Apple's next rumored flagship device, the iPhone 7, is going to come with two cameras and a voice-unlocking function.
The voice function, reported to be a new patent of the California technology company, is set to make its first appearance in the upcoming smartphone. It is set to replace the Force Touch ID sensor planned for the iPhone 7.
Another improvement reported recently is the unit having two cameras on the back of the phone, and the company has filed a patent for it. One is set to be a telephoto camera and the other the usual normal-to-wide angle camera currently found on iPhone models.
Rumors are abound that instead of getting the iPhone 6S as expected Apple fans are getting the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus instead. Supposedly they're set to release it by Q3 2015, possibly in September.
As for the specs, as early as now it is expected that the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will have the latest processor chip from the company, rumored to be the A9, the mass production of which has been given to Samsung.
With this, the iOS 9 which is reportedly in the works as well, will see the light of day in the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 7 Plus. More details about the latest iOS is expected to be revealed in June at Apple's Worldwide Developer Conference.
The iPhone manufacturer's answer to Spotify is also going to come with the newest flagship device. Although still unnamed at this point, it will be powered by Beats Music at would cost US$7.99 per month.
The iPhone 7 is supposed to be armed with an improved 8MP camera (again, there may be two of them), Intel wireless card, the Touch ID system, and the Force Touch. The Touch ID sensor is a fingerprint system designed to provide a better phone security in conjunction with the Apple ID and other standard security in place (although it is unknown at this point if it would still appear together with the voice unlock feature). It will also serve as a new verification standard for Apple Store purchases. On the other hand, the Force Touch technology used in Apple Watches is supposed to make touchscreen and phone navigation much more efficient.
As for the physical design, not much change is seen as functionality has been given priority over aesthetic appeal. That means, Apple will stick with the 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch model. The Wall Street Journal reported that a pink version is in the works.
By all indicators, everyone is thinking that the iPhone 6 Plus is no longer coming, hence everyone is looking towards the iPhone 7.
Apple's next offering is going to be worth the wait, especially with all the planned technological advancements for the iPhone 7.
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