Apple enthusiasts are preparing for the long-awaited presentation of the smartphone of the year of the technology giant, iPhone 14, which is said to show several key features, including “Always-On” display (AOD).
According to reports, Apple will release iOS 16 along with the next iPhone, which will come with an improved lock screen that will have wallpapers with gadget-like features.
Although the Always-On display is something new for the iPhone, users of Android phones, including Samsung, Xiaomi and Oppo, are quite familiar with the feature, as it has been around for years.
Even Apple Watch, from Watch Series 5 onwards, has the mode.
When the new feature arrives with the iPhone 14, Apple will also make it available for the iPhone 13 series. The technology giant has been considering this feature for months. There have also been rumors that the iPhone 13 series will be available with a low temperature polycrystalline oxide (LTPO) display that can activate AOD.
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What is an ‘Always-On’ Display? The mode is something that allows the display to always be on, as the name suggests. With the “Always-On” display mode, only a certain decoction of the display remains on.
The feature allows selective pixels on the smartphone screen to glow even when in lock mode to alert the user to notifications such as time, incoming calls and messages.
The Always-On display function does not consume much battery, as only a certain part of the display is on, while most of the smartphone screen remains off.
It is rumored that the technology giant will introduce the feature for selected smartphones that have both OLED + LTPO panels.
Apple’s Peek Performance event: a pocket-friendly new iPhone SE, Mac Studio and more
Apple’s first affordable smartphone in two years
Apple started 2022 with a positive note with its first live event from Apple Park in Cupertino, California. The “Peek Performance” event witnessed the launch of the budget smartphone Apple Apple SE, iPad Air, Macs and more.
iPhone SE: Powerful and affordable
iPhone SE (2022) was one of the highlights of the Peek Performance event. Apple launches affordable smartphone in two years. The new device is an upgrade of the iPhone SE (2020) and is priced at 43,900 Rs for a 64GB model. While 128GB is priced at Rs 48,900, 256GB is priced at Rs 58,900. The latest version is equipped with a 5G and A15 Bionic chip. The device has a 4.7-inch Retina HD display that makes everything look amazing. The new SE has retained the design element of its predecessor and is available in color options Starlight, Midnight and Product Red. (Image: Apple)
iPhone SE High performance and photography
In the iPhone SE (2022) it’s all about power. The A15 Bionic chip is believed to provide up to 1.8 times faster CPU performance than the iPhone 8. The latest smartphone features a 12MP sensor with an f / 1.8 wide-angle lens, similar to the 2020 model. comes with a number of enhancements, including improved visual processing and support for features such as Deep Fusion, photographic styles and Smart HDR 4. SE (2022) also supports 4K video recording at up to 60 frames per second. The 7MP camera sensor in the front box allows users to take selfies and video chats with impeccable quality. The front camera has portrait lighting with six functions, and also supports 1080p video recording, video acceleration and night mode. (Image: Apple)
iPad Air (2022) has an M1 chip and support for the central stage
Another big presentation of the event was the latest model iPad Air. iPad Air (2022) is powered by Apple’s M1 chip and features an improved front-facing camera with central scene support. The Center Stage Support feature was introduced in 2021 on the iPad Pro and iPad mini. iPad Air (2022) has retained the design of the 2020 model. iPad Air (2022) starts at 54,900 rupees for the 64 GB WiFi model, while the 64 GB WiFi + cellular model is priced at 68,900 rupees. The device is also available in 256GB WiFi and WiFi + cellular models, but the official price has not yet been announced. The device will be available in color options Starlight, Blue, Space Gray, Pink and Purple. The new models will be made with pre-orders in India from March 11. (Image: Apple)
Mac Studio features a 27-inch 5K panel, Hi-fi audio, front camera
Apple has introduced its high-end computing device Mac Studio. The latest offering comes with a 27-inch 5K panel, hi-fi audio and front camera. Mac Studio is aimed at professionals who are looking forward to upgrading their existing equipment. The device, powered by M1 Max SoC, 32 GB RAM and 512 GB storage, is priced at Rs 1,900,900 in India for the base model. The model, powered by M1 Ultra SoC with 64GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, starts at Rs 3.89,900. Meanwhile, Apple Studio Display with standard glass is priced at Rs 1.59,900 and nano-textured glass at Rs 1.89,900. Both Mac Studio and Apple Studio Display are listed in Apple’s online store in India. (Image: Apple)
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