iPhone 5S, 5C? Apple Event Scheduled for Sept. 10
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ABC News(CUPERTINO, Calif.) — In news that might excite those waiting for the next iPhone, Apple confirms it will hold an event Sept. 10 at its campus in Cupertino, Calif.
The invitation reads “This should brighten everyone’s day.” Surrounding the text are colorful dots, which match Apple’s forthcoming colorful iOS 7 operating system.
Apple has been silent on the next version or versions of its popular phone, but the rumors have been very loud. According to various reports and leaked photos, the authenticity of which have not been confirmed, Apple will announce two phones — the iPhone 5S — an update to the iPhone 5 — and the iPhone 5C, a lower-cost phone.
The iPhone 5S has been said to have a similar design to the iPhone 5, but have a new fingerprint sensor embedded near the circular home button. The feature would add to the security of the phone. In addition to that, the iPhone 5S reportedly has a faster processor, improved camera and will be available in a new champagne or goldish color.
Joining the iPhone 5S is said to be a lower-cost phone called the iPhone 5C. According to various leaked images the 5C will come in a selection of colors (blue, green, white, yellow) and will be made of plastic. Apple experts speculate that the 5C will replace some of the more affordable iPhones, including the iPhone 4 or 4S. Neither of these phones are expected to have larger screens than the 4-inch screen on the iPhone 5.
While the hardware details are unconfirmed, Apple has detailed the software. The next version of iOS — iOS 7 — looks different than previous versions with a new design and new features, including a Control Center with easy access to settings from any screen and new multitasking features.
Apple has released the new version of iOS in conjunction with the new iPhone in years past. iOS 7 will be available for the iPhone 4, 4S, and 5. It will also be out for the iPad 2, iPad with Retina and the iPad Mini.
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