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In about three months, Apple will most likely present the new iPhone generation to the world public. Numerous rumors and leaks have painted a very clear picture of the iPhone 11 and Co. since the beginning of the year. Now we would like to take a closer look at these in summary.
A total of three new iPhone models are expected. These are said to be the direct successors to the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone XR. The flagships will most likely be called the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Max - the entry-level device could be introduced as the iPhone XR 2.
Design & Camera of the iPhone 11
The design will remain largely unchanged. The iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Max will be virtually identical to the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max. The iPhone 11 is expected to be slightly larger and thicker at 143.9 x 71.4 x 7.8 mm, compared to the iPhone XS at 143.6 x 70.9 x 7.7 mm. The iPhone 11 Max is said to measure 157.6 x 77.5 x 8.1 mm, which is almost the same as the iPhone XS Max at 157.5 x 77.4 x 7.7 mm. The reason for the slight change is likely to be a camera upgrade. The eleventh generation of the iPhone will be equipped with a triple camera setup for the first time. Visually, however, it is not particularly appealing. Various images based on leaks show that Apple has arranged the new camera in a square shape. Admittedly, the back of the iPhone 11 does seem a bit odd at first glance. According to an anonymous source, Apple is planning a new and unique rear glass design. The back will be made from a single piece of glass, including the camera. To make the camera module in question more invisible, the iPhone 11 will receive a new black finish—a "matte black" finish. such a reportApple hopes to make the back of the iPhone 11 look more aesthetically pleasing - whether this will succeed remains to be seen. But what exactly can the new square do? Despite the controversial design, the new triple camera can boast a number of features - if the rumor mill is to be believed.
The triple camera of the iPhone 11 is said to have a significantly larger shooting angle and offer a higher zoom level. To be precise, it is an ultra-wide-angle lens with 12 megapixels. Apple could also significantly increase the optical zoom at the same time. Of course, the front camera is not left untouched - this is also set to be improved with the upcoming iPhone line-up. Rumors have it that Apple will also equip the front lens of the iPhone 11 with 12 megapixels and switch from a 4-element lens to a 5-element lens. The result would be significantly better quality of the front shots. However, the extensive camera update takes another toll - the volume control and the mute button are to be slightly moved due to lack of space. It is also rumored that the mute switch will have a slightly different shape - but there have been few serious reports on this. The display of the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Max, however, remains unchanged – both devices will be delivered with 5.8″ and 6.5″ OLED screens, as was the case last year. A change in the overall size is only expected for 2020 to.
Goodbye 3D Touch?
In addition to updating the camera, a much-discussed feature is also to be eliminated - namely 3D Touch. 3D Touch is a function that Apple introduced with the iPhone 6S. The user has the option of performing three different functions by pressing the touch-sensitive display with varying degrees of force. The pressure sensitivity can be individually adjusted on compatible devices. It has already been announced that Apple wants to replace 3D Touch with Haptic Touch in 2019. middle of last year speculated – a corresponding Patent and reports have already predicted this. Also in the recent iOS 13 Beta Evidence has already been found. Barclays analyst Blayne Curtis gave several reasons last year that would explain the elimination of the function. Firstly, the feature is of little use and is far too complex to manufacture in comparison - according to Curtis. The sensors required for this make the production of the displays much more difficult, which is why manufacturing is also more expensive. If 3D Touch were more popular among users, Apple would probably continue to use the feature - according to the analyst. However, it is doubtful whether this will affect the pricing of future iPhone models.
The heart of the iPhone 11
Apple will continue to improve its own chip technology this year. The iPhone 11 will probably be equipped with the A13 processor, which Apple designed with its partner TSMC at the beginning of the year. The A13 is based on a 7nm+ manufacturing process and is estimated to offer significant performance improvements over the A12X processor. Live Photos, for example, could benefit from this - here it is conceivable that the recording time could be increased from three to six seconds.
The battery and charging function of the iPhone 11
According to insiders, the iPhone 11 will support so-called bilateral wireless charging. This means that users of an iPhone 2019 model can wirelessly charge accessories such as the AirPods or the Apple Watch on the back of their iPhone - third-party accessories should also be able to benefit from this feature. The function could also be used to charge a friend's iPhone. Android flagship smartphones already support this functionality. To enable this bilateral wireless charging function, the iPhone 11 will be equipped with a larger battery. Ming-Chi Kuo predicted beginning of the yearthat the 5.8" iPhone will have a 20 to 25 percent larger battery. The 6.5" model will have a 10 to 15 percent larger battery. If the feature is not used, the overall battery life of the device will benefit.
connection and charging cable
But the most important question is - which port will the iPhone 11 have? Will the Lightning port stay with us for another year or will Apple replace the port with a USB-C port? So far there have only been conflicting reports on this - as was the case last year. There is also a hotly debated question as to whether Apple will include a more powerful charging adapter with the new iPhone 11 for the first time. There are also reports that the weak 5-watt charger should be replaced by an 18-watt adapter - but there are no reliable sources for this either.
presentation and market launch
Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Max in early and mid-September respectively. A recently discovered leak even confirms the date for the market launch. recording According to reports, the iPhone 11 will go on sale on September 20, 2019. This means that the presentation could take place on September 9 or 10 - September 11 has not been documented since 2001. Incidentally, the new flagships could once again be named with Roman numerals. We will find out in September at the latest whether the predictions about the iPhone XI and iPhone XI Max will actually come true. (Photo by Unsplash)
