Apple unveils iPhone 16 series; here's all you need to know

Apple has revealed its latest technological innovations at a special event held at Apple Park The brand unveiled its allnew iPhone 16 series and the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Pro Max were stars of the show Alongside the new iPhone series Apple launched Watch Series 10 and AirPods 4 with innovative upgrades to their features from their predecessor Tim Cook Apples CEO celebrated the launch by expressing excitement for users to experience these innovative new productsHeres all you need to know about the latest launches by AppleiPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max FeaturesThe iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max feature Apples largestever displays at 63 and 69 inches respectively The smartphones have ultrathin boundaries and a sophisticated 120Hz AlwaysOn ProMotion displayThe new versions available in eyecatching colours like as Dark Black Titanium and Desert Titanium have the highest battery life ever seen in an iPhone thanks to larger batteries and better power managementPowered by the A18 Pro chip the iPhone 16 Pro is more efficient with a 16core neural engine capable of 35 trillion operations per second The device also boasts a 48MP camera with advanced features like a 5x telephoto lens 4K120 video recording and enhanced audio capabilitiesMagSafe and AccessoriesApple introduced updates to its MagSafe ecosystem including faster charging options and cases made from 100 per cent fibrebased materialsPricing and AvailabilityThe iPhone 16 Pro starts at USD 999 Rs 8387635 while the Pro Max begins at USD 1199 Rs 10066841 Preorders open on Friday and the devices will be available from September 20iPhone 16 A New Era of Smartphone TechnologyThe iPhone 16 includes an upgraded A18 CPU which promises twice the speed for machine learning activities and up to 30 per cent faster performance than its predecessor The device has a customisable action button and improved camera capabilities and is made of aerospacegrade aluminium for durabilityA18 Chip The chip has a 16core neural engine optimized for generative models and it has up to twice the speed for machine learning tasks The chip has 6core CPU and 5core GPU for enhanced performance It enhances performance pace by 30 per cent compared to A16 Bionic and up to 60 per cent faster than A14 It also uses 30 per cent less power in comparisonCustomisable Action Button iPhone 16 comes with CAB which allows users to perform tasks like recording voice memos or unlocking their car through the FordPass appAdvanced Camera System The iPhone 16 has a 48megapixel main sensor for stunning detail and lowlight performance it also has a 12MP ultrawide camera The camera settings offer advanced macro photography features and support for 4K60 video and Dolby Vision HDR It also allows filming of spatial video and photos compatible with Apple Vision ProDisplay The iPhone 16 has two display sizes which are61inch and 67inch It has a ceramic shield for enhanced durability and up to 2000 nits brightness in direct sunlight The brightness can go down to 1 nit in darker settingsDesign The iPhone 16 has aerospacegrade aluminium construction and comes in coloursultramarine teal pink black and whiteBattery Life Enhanced battery life with efficient A18 chip and power management featuresConnectivity WiFi 7 Messages via SatelliteiOS 18 Live video sharing with emergency services Enhanced Siri capabilitiesPricing and AvailabilityThe iPhone 16 will retail for USD 799 Rs 6708384 while the iPhone 16 Plus will be priced at USD 899 Rs 7547982 for the 128 GB optionApple Unveils Apple Watch Series 10 Ultra 2Apple introduced the new Apple Watch Series 10 during its latest event at Apple Park showcasing a range of innovative features a refined design and enhanced health and fitness capabilitiesKey Features of Apple Watch Series 10Larger and Brighter DisplayThe Apple Watch Series 10 boasts the largest display ever on an Apple Watch with 30 per cent more screen space compared to previous models It also features a wideangle OLED display offering up to 40 per cent brighter visibility especially at an angle making it easier to read on the goSleek and Lightweight DesignThe Series 10 is thinner and lighter than its predecessor with a 97mm thickness and up to 10 per cent lighter aluminium cases It is also available in new colour options like Jet Black and Rose Gold alongside Silver AluminiumSustainabilityApple has made the Series 10 its most ecofriendly watch yet It is crafted from 95 per cent recycled titanium and operates on 100 per cent renewable electricity aligning with Apples environmental goalsHealth Innovations A major highlight is the sleep apnea detection feature which uses advanced machine learning to identify potential sleep disorders The feature is expected to receive FDA clearance soon and will also be available on previous models like Series 9 and the Ultra 2Fast Charging and Long Battery Life The Series 10 offers the fastest charging time yet reaching 80 per cent battery in just 30 minutes Its designed to be highly powerefficient thanks to the new S10 SiP chip which also enhances performance and machine learning capabilitiesFitness and Water Tracking For fitness enthusiasts the watch includes advanced features such as a depth gauge for diving up to 20 feet and water temperature readings The new Tides app provides realtime coastal data making it ideal for surfers swimmers and fishermenNew Speaker and Audio Capabilities Users can now listen to music or podcasts directly through the watchs builtin speakerThe Apple Watch 10 will be available from September 20 for USD 399 approximately Rs 33498Apple Watch Ultra 2Design The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has a satin Black finish and has 95 per cent recycled titanium construction The Watch Ultra2 has Titanium Milanese loop and Hermes titanium bucklePerformance Apple Watch Ultra 2 has the most accurate GPS for athletes and adventurers and it has enhanced fitness tracking and sports featuresWater Resistance The watch can provide water temperature readings and a depth gauge it can also provide support for up to 20 feet in depthTides App Provides detailed coastal data for surfers fishermen and coastal activitiesBattery Life Apple Watch Ultra 2 has up to 36 hours of battery lifeAdditional Features It has an enhanced speaker for music and podcast playback and support for kayaking and other water sportsPrice for Apple Watch Ultra 2 starts at USD 799 Rs 6708256 and is to go on sale from September 20AirPods 4 Comfort and InnovationApples nextgeneration AirPods have a more streamlined appearance increased comfort and advanced features such as machine learningpowered hearing aid capabilities The AirPods 4 include a revolutionary acoustic architecture personalised spatial audio and wireless chargingFeatures of AirPods 4Design Streamlined design for improved comfort Smaller more portable USBC charging caseHearing Aid Capabilities Machine learningpowered hearing aid features Support for nods and shaking heads for Siri questionsAudio Personalised Spatial Audio Advanced acoustic architecture with richer bass and crystalclear highsBattery Life Up to 30 hours of total battery lifeCharging Wireless charging caseAdditional Features Support for voice isolation to remove background noiseUsers may preorder starting today for USD 549 Rs 4609452 with deliveries beginning September 20 The AirPods 4 is available in colours Midnight Blue Purple Orange and StarlightWith ANI inputs