The name of the base system (platform): | Apple iPhone |
Developers: | Apple |
Date of the premiere of the system: | September 7, 2016 |
Technology: | Tablets and smartphones |
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2016: Announcement
On September 7, 2016, in San Francisco, Apple introduced a new generation of smartphones - the 4.7-inch iPhone 7 and 5.5-inch iPhone 7 Plus. Sales of the devices started on September 16.
The new iPhone has a new design - it has become more minimalistic and more rounded, and a glossy surface. To give a new look to the smartphone, the production technology was changed. The aluminum case is immersed in a special liquid so that the gloss effect appears.
The Home button has been redesigned - now it has become touch-sensitive and will vibrate in response to the action.
In terms of photo and video capabilities, the new iPhone has optical stabilization, an improved lens consisting of six elements, a flash with four LEDs, 60 times faster autofocus. The initial model has one camera, and the iPhone 7 Plus has two 12-megapixel cameras.
Another new feature is that the smartphone now uses machine learning to customize all indicators on its own. Apple calls the new camera the best that has ever been created for a smartphone.
The display of the new iPhone has become 25% brighter, 2 stereo speakers have appeared in the smartphone. Wireless headphones were also released for the new device, while it did not have a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
In addition, the smartphone received protection from moisture and dust.
The new iPhones will be sold with the iOS 10 operating system, which Apple calls the largest iOS update of all time.
The iPhone 7 with 32GB minimum memory costs from $649. The maximum memory is 256GB. The iPhone 7 Plus with 32GB memory costs from $769. dollars Its maximum memory is also 256GB.
In addition to the iPhone, the company introduced the new Apple Watch - Series 2, which has been completely rethought from an engineering point of view. For example, if the first watch was protected from water spray, then the second generation can withstand being under water at a depth of up to 50 meters. The speaker in the clock is rebuilt so that he is also resistant to water. In addition to fitness apps, apps specifically for swimmers will be available for the Apple Watch. Another feature of the new watch is that it can be used when playing Pokemon Go.
The watch uses the second generation of displays - 2 times brighter, as well as a new type of processor - dual-core, which is 50% more powerful. This means that applications will run faster on them. Another innovation is the built-in GLONASS/.GPS
The second generation Apple Watch will also receive a ceramic case.