UPDATE: Jon Prosser has shared new details about Apple's iPhone 13 release date plans. The updated story continues below.
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The iPhone 13 5G and AirPods 3 are set to be announced at an Apple event next month. While the brand hasn’t confirmed the date, new leaks have revealed possible announcement and release dates for both products.
The iPhone 13 could be released on September 24
An alleged screenshot of a Chinese e-commerce app (via IT Home) suggests that all four iPhone 13 models will be available on Friday, September 17. It was initially believed that this was in reference to the release date, but sources speaking to Front Page Tech claim that it's the date Apple has chosen for iPhone 13 pre-orders.
The same sources claim that the iPhone 13 announcement will happen on Tuesday, September 14. Exactly one week earlier on September 7, Apple is expected to send out press invites to what will most likely be a virtual event.
As for the iPhone 13 release date, the sources in question point to Friday, September 24. That date applies to all new models, meaning there will be no delays for the iPhone 13 mini and iPhone 13 Pro Max as there were last year.
Apple is expected to introduce its new AirPods 3 product alongside the 5G iPhone 13 series, though today’s screenshot suggests it'll be available a little later. Specifically, September 30 is tipped as the AirPods 3 launch date. Unfortunately, Front Page Tech's sources weren't able to corroborate the claim.
AirPods 3 announcement date — September 14
AirPods 3 release date — September 30
The timeline in question lines up with a previous prediction from Wedbush analyst Daniel Ives, who suggested that Apple would introduce the iPhone 13 and iPhone 13 Pro in the third week of September, which runs from September 13 to September 17.
Until Apple confirms the date of its next virtual event, these release dates should be taken with a pinch of salt. That being said, we should know very soon whether the information above is accurate or not.
What other products will make an appearance alongside the iPhone 13?
While the iPhone 13 and AirPods 3 are the main focus of recent rumors and leaks, it's believed that Apple will show off at least two more devices — the iPad mini 6 and Apple Watch Series 7.
Apple's next compact tablet will represent the biggest upgrade to the iPad mini since the original model was introduced in 2012. Leaked renders of the device point to an iPad Air-inspired design with slim bezels, no home button, and a side-mounted Touch ID scanner.
Other changes include a switch to USB-C from Lightning, support for what could be a more compact Apple Pencil stylus, and a larger display. The tablet should be available in three colors at launch: Gold, Silver, and Space Gray.
If the Apple Watch Series 7 is the product you're interested in, you'll be pleased to hear that some massive changes are planned, particularly in the design department. After three years of the same design language, the Watch Series 7 is set to adopt an iPhone 12-like look complete with a flat frame and flatter display.
Rumor has it that Apple is looking to increase the size of its smartwatch too. Whereas the existing Watch Series 6 is sold in 40mm and 44mm versions, the new Watch Series 7 could land in 41mm and 45mm sizes. Importantly, it should retain compatibility with existing Apple Watch bands.
Feature-wise, the Apple Watch Series 7 is expected to include an upgraded chipset that occupies less space, leaving the door open for a bigger battery and longer battery life. Apple is also working on a way to bring blood glucose monitoring to its smartwatches, though that feature has been delayed.
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