iPhone 14 launch event: iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus launched finally

Apple Watch Series 8 has been announced with enhanced features such as car detection, ovulation, which will let female users monitor their menstrual cycle, temperature monitoring (at long last), sleep monitoring, blood oxygen monitoring

The highly anticipated iPhone 14 series, a new Watch Series 8, and the newest AirPods Pro have all been announced at Apple's September event. The iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch will be the main focus of today's event, according to Apple CEO Tim Cook, who is on stage. Apple also released the AirPods Pro 2. Spatial Audio, a new H2 chip, and advanced noise cancellation are included. They also have Touch control, which allows users to control volume with a light swipe up or down.

The Apple TV app, the company's official website, and of course its YouTube channel all have live streams of the event. We'll have all the updates on our live blog.

07 September 2022

23:48 IST

Models of the iPhone 14 Pro can have a wide notch. Finally. These models receive a brand-new notch style known as dynamic island. Simply put, it is the pill-shaped notch that has been mentioned repeatedly. The iPhone 14 Pro models come with features like the A16 Bionic chipset, which Apple claims is the most powerful chipset ever made, and Always on display (finally).

23:42 IST

The iPhone 14 Pro is now available in a stunning new purple colour. Apple refers to it as a deep purple colour. Yes, the notch has been redesigned and is now pill shaped.

The iPhone 14 Pro comes with a dynamic island notch that changes depending on your activity or the app you're using. When the music app is open, for example, the notch will display a different type of animation.

23:38 IST

With the iPhone, Apple is providing this service for free for the first two years. Also, for the time being, the satellite connectivity feature on the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus will be limited to the US and Canada markets.

23:36 IST

Crash detection is also available on the Apple iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus, as seen on the Watch Series 8. Apple is adding emergency SOS capabilities to the iPhone 14 series via satellite connectivity. This feature will be available on both the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. 

23:29 IST

Apple is heavily promoting eSIM. There is no SIM card slot in the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus US models.

23:29 IST

The iPhone 14 has a 6.1-inch screen, while the iPhone 14 Plus has a larger 6.7-inch screen. Both of these models feature all-day battery life and an improved version of the A15 Bionic chipset. As a result, there is no A16 chip in these iPhone 14 models.

23:26 IST

23:25 IST

The Apple iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus have arrived. And, yes, there is a purple iPhone. The Apple iPhone 14 Plus features a 6.7-inch OLED display. However, the notch is the same guys. Yes, Apple's A15 Bionic chipset is still used in the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus. This time, Apple is bringing the 5-core GPU to the iPhone 14 series.

23:24 IST

The Apple AirPods Pro 2 will be $249. They will be available for pre-order on September 9 and for sale on September 23.

23:18 IST

They also have Touch control, which allows users to control volume with a light swipe up or down. If you misplace the charging case, you will be able to locate it quickly. Apple has also included a speaker in the case to ensure that if you lose it, it will play a sound. Apple Watch chargers can now be used to charge the AirPods Pro 2.

23:15 IST

Apple's AirPods Pro 2 feature a new H2 chip with a custom amplifier. Apple promises 'greater detail and clarity.' Spatial Audio is now supported by Apple AirPods Pro 2. It will also support personalised Spatial Audio based on your ear shape and size via the iPhone's TrueDepth camera. It will also include advanced Active Noise Cancellation.

23:11 IST

Tim Cook has announced the release of the AirPods Pro 2. According to Cook, these are the most popular headphones in the world, as well as our most popular model.

23:08 IST

The Apple Watch Ultra is also getting a new price. It begins at $799. It will be available for purchase on September 29th.

23:05 IST

The Apple Watch Ultra features a rugged design, 36 hours of battery life, and much more. The company claims that in low power mode, the watch can last up to 60 hours. That's pretty good for an Apple product. The smartwatch is clearly aimed at athletes and fitness enthusiasts. The Apple Watch Ultra's features include accurate GPS offerings, watchOS 9, custom workouts, a redesigned compass app, a 49mm titanium case, a redesigned digital crown, water resistance, a fresh and sturdy design primarily for exploration and outdoor activities, and much more. 

23:03 IST

The Apple Watch Ultra differs significantly from previous models in terms of durability, connectivity, and battery life, which can last up to 60 hours. The Apple Watch Ultra now has a precision dual frequency GPS (L1 and L5). According to Apple, it has the most accurate GPS. During the workout, the Apple Watch Ultra will also have new views. The action button will allow triathletes to move from one part of the race to the next.

23:02 IST

The second-generation Apple Watch SE is available in fun colours and costs $249. India price has not yet been disclosed. Customers can order the reasonably priced watch right now, and it will be delivered on September 16. The smartwatch offers all the fundamental features that the Watch SE of the previous generation Watch SE offered, as well as features like emergency SOS, health detection, car crash detection, heart rate sensor, and more.

22:56 IST

Customers can order the reasonably priced watch right now, and it will be delivered on September 16.

22:51 IST

The GPS version of the Apple Watch Series 8 costs Rs 31,806; the cellular version costs Rs 39,777. Pre-orders can be made starting today, and sales will begin on September 16. The Watch SE 2 has also been made public by Apple.

22:47 IST

It appears that the Apple Watch Series 8 will be able to recognise when you are involved in a car accident. To help identify these collisions in vehicles like cars, trucks, and SUVs, Apple is relying on a variety of sensors in the watch and its unique algorithm. Only when you are driving does it function.

22:43 IST

The new Apple Watch Series 8 has a number of useful fitness and health features, such as ovulation, which will let female users monitor their menstrual cycle, temperature monitoring (at long last), sleep monitoring, blood oxygen monitoring, and many other features. Apple claims that the device's dual sensor design increases the accuracy of tracking body temperature and other vital signs. With the Apple Watch Series 8, the company is taking privacy very seriously as well.

22:40 IST

At the event tonight, Apple will unveil the latest generation Apple Watch. The company shows a video of how Apple Watch's fitness and health features have aided users over the years. The Apple Watch Series 8 is the most recent edition of the Apple Watch. In fact, Tim Cook claims that this year's watches are the best Apple has ever released. Apple Watch Series 8 features new watch faces, an always-on display, a sleek design, swim and dust resistance, and crack resistance.

22:39 IST

Cook begins the keynote by discussing how Apple has ensured seamless integration across products. And he's correct. Apple's ecosystem works flawlessly, which most Android phones can only wish for. The Apple Watch appears to be the first product to be revealed. The first video features users discussing how the Apple Watch saved their lives. Apple Watch can also detect falls, irregular heart rhythms, A-Fib, and extremely high heart rates.

22:36 IST

Tim Cook confirms that new iPhones, Apple Watches, and AirPods will be released today.

22:35 IST

Tim Cook kicks off the Apple event. He stated that Apple will launch new iPhones, Apple Watches, and new AirPods, possibly the AirPods Pro 2, today. Let's wait and see what products the company announces today at the event. Cook begins the event by announcing the Apple Watch.

22:31 IST

After nearly two years, Apple is holding an in-person iPhone launch event.

22:26 IST

The stage is set for Apple to unveil the new iPhone 14, Watch Series 8, AirPods Pro, and other products.

22:16 IST

Did you know that 'Far Out' is being held at Apple Park in Cupertino, California? It is the company's first in-person event since the COVID-19 pandemic.

22:05 IST

Apple appears to be expanding manufacturing of the new iPhone 14 to India shortly after its release. According to Bloomberg, Apple intends to begin manufacturing the iPhone 14 in India about two months after the product's initial release outside of China. According to sources familiar with the situation, Apple has been "working with suppliers to ramp up manufacturing in India and shorten the lag in production of the new iPhone."

21:16 IST

The iPhone 13 Pro comes with 128GB of storage, which is sometimes insufficient. So, will Apple finally increase the base storage to 256GB? According to some leaks, this will be the case. It would be nice, and even with a price increase, the iPhone 14 Pro might suddenly appear to be a very appealing proposition. But we'll have to wait and see what strategy Apple takes.

20:38 IST

It looks like Apple will have a tough time convincing investors. According to Bloomberg, Apple's stock is down before the release of the iPhone 14, which seems to be a common trend before most iPhone launches. Apple's stock has fallen 13% this year, according to Bloomberg, and this year may mark their first annual decline since 2018. For Apple, investors will be closely watching how the company prices the new iPhones, especially the iPhone 14 Pro series, which could command a higher premium this year.

20:07 IST

When it comes to fast charging, Apple has a reputation for being slow or at least lagging behind Android competitors. While Xiaomi and Realme provide 120W and 150W charging in some cases, Apple's iPhones are only capable of 20W. However, it appears that the iPhone 14 Pro will support 35W fast charging. Naturally, Apple will not include the charger in the box. However, the new iPhones will charge much faster.

18:17 IST

Apple appears to be sticking with the iPhone 14 Plus name after all. A new Twitter leak claims to show cases for the iPhone 14 Plus—yes, it is called Plus rather than Max. However, this is not a confirmation of the name that Apple will choose.

18:09 IST

Apple's September event is also when we'll learn when the next version of iOS, macOS, iPadOS, and watchOS will be available. Apple's iOS 16, macOS, and watchOS 9 will also be available next week. Interestingly, Apple has confirmed that iPadOS 16 will be released in October. Apple appears to be taking its time perfecting the new 'Stage Manager' feature on iPadOS 16.

17:56 IST

iPhone 13 vs iPhone 14: Worth the hype?

The iPhone 14 is unquestionably one of the most anticipated devices. After all, it is the most affordable option on the list, starting at Rs 79,900 in India. However, the iPhone 14 may not be that different from the iPhone 13. For one thing, Apple may stick with the A15 processor in the new iPhone, which means the performance difference may be minimal. Second, Apple is not expected to significantly improve the cameras on the iPhone 14 series. Furthermore, the notch on the iPhone 14 will most likely remain. We'll have to wait and see how Apple updates the iPhone 14 to persuade users to upgrade.

17:14 IST

When it comes to Apple events, one should never assume to know everything. After all, Apple usually has one or two surprise announcements up its sleeve. We're not sure if there will be a 'one more thing' at this event, but Apple will almost certainly reveal something that the tipster missed. Is it going to be a new Apple Watch SE 2? Maybe an update to the AirPods Max? A new iPad is unlikely, but anything can happen.

16:31 IST

According to MacRumors, Apple is planning to release the iPhone 14 lineup, as well as the new Watch Series 8, and a new 'Pro' version of the brand's Watch. Along with the entry-level iPad, we expect the new AirPods Pro.

The Apple iPhone 14 is expected to be priced around Rs. 79,990, while the iPhone 14 Max is expected to be priced around Rs 90,000 for the base variant.

It was previously reported by Apple analyst Ming Chi-Kuo that Apple may raise the price of its Pro series of devices. On the pricing front, the iPhone 14 Pro will cost $1,099 (approximately Rs 87,838.12), while the iPhone 14 Pro Max will cost $1,199. (around Rs 95,830.67).

16:25 IST

Here's how to watch the live event:

Apple Website: You can register on Apple India's official website at apple.com/in/apple-events. You can also register and set your calendar to be notified before the event begins, and you will receive the notification accordingly.

Apple’s YouTube Channel: Another way to attend the event is via YouTube, where Apple has already started a waiting list for the event that currently has about 4.3K people on it (by the time of writing). You can register for the event on YouTube if you're interested in going, and YouTube will send you a reminder.

Apple TV App: Users of Apple TV can now connect to their app by turning on the specific live stream option that has been registered on the company website. From any device with the Apple TV app, you can easily watch the event.