Zee Media Bureau/Vibhuti Jaitly
Apple Inc has managed to grab the attention and pulse of both tech lovers and consumers in the past and 2015 looks no different. With the onset of 2015, rumours have astarted doing the rounds about the major launches likely to be made by the tech giant .
Let's take a look at Apple launches that might happen in 2015 and what might be in the store.
Apple Watch
The wearable watch by Apple Inc is the most anticipated launch of 2015 and is expected to hit the markets early in the year. The watch will arrive in three models - Watch, Watch Sport, and Watch Edition. The Apple Watch will also be available in large and small screen size options. The launch of this product has been confirmed since September 2014. Apple's debut watch pairs with the iPhone and can support phone calls, texts, navigation and even cashless Apple Pay payments, all rolled in one on your wrist.
iphone 7
Apart from Apple's plan to launch iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus, there is a possibility that a third version of Apple’s iPhone 6S Mini is being considered for release this year.
One important change is that gorilla glass screen will be replaced with sapphire. Other rumoured features include possible 3D display and a completely revamped dual-lens iSight camera.
The so-called iPhone 6S Mini will most likely be running an A9 processor. It will be considered more of a lower-end smartphone device, taking the place of one of its predecessors - iPhone 5C.
12-Inch MacBook Air with Retina Display
Rumours are doing the round that Apple will roll out a 12-inch MacBook Air with Retina display in the second quarter of 2015. The MacBook Air will go into mass production in the first quarter of 2015. It’s also been rumoured that Apple will offer the new Air in three colours as the current iPad and iPhone range.
iOS9 software
Another awaited new launch can be iOS9 software this autumn for mobiles and desktop. The wishlist includes a better, more useful Siri, the ability to default to third party apps and better music services. iOS 9 is likely to launch alongside Apple's next iPhone in September.
iPad Pro/iPad Air 3, iPad mini 4
iPad Mini 4 is expected to be launched in the middle of 2015, according to various reports. Apple has been rumoured to be working on an 'iPad Pro', which could have a 12.9-inch display, a touch ID fingerprint reader and a variation of Apple's zippy A8 processor. Over the past, it is seen that sales of iPads have slowed, but they might pick up again this year if tablets have PC-like replacement cycles.
itunes/Beats Music
It is being said that Apple could roll Beats Music into iTunes, combining it with its pre-existing iTunes Radio service, and the final product will be launched this year. Apple may also launch HD music downloads. The tech giant is also rumored to be researching hi-resolution audio for iTunes purchases.
