Apple's September 9th iPhone Event - What To Expect (Apple Bitz XL, Ep. 386)
Summary
Brian Tong is joined by Gizmodo’s Ray Wong to preview Apple’s upcoming fall event, focusing heavily on the anticipated foldable iPhone. They discuss CEO John Ternus’s debut, the device’s rumored $2,000 price tag, and potential compromises like the lack of Face ID. The conversation also covers the iPhone 18 Pro’s minor upgrades and the new iPhone Handoff feature, which may encourage users to own two devices.
Topics discussed
Intro: Ray Wong joins to discuss Apple's upcoming fall event
John Turner's debut and the highly anticipated foldable iPhone
Hardware challenges: Hinges, creases, and software differentiation
Pricing rumors: $2000+ cost vs. Samsung Z Fold 8 value
Design aesthetics, naming conventions, and ecosystem stickiness
iPhone 18 Pro: Burgundy color, minimal upgrades, and camera debates
iPhone Handoff feature and the potential return of the iPhone Mini
Apple Watch updates and the lack of major health sensor breakthroughs
iPhone Air sales struggles and design perception analysis
Speculation on Apple Glasses, HomePod, and event surprises
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