iPhone 16 release event: Live updates as CEO Tim Cook is also set to announce the Apple Watch 10

Apple just unveiled the AirPods 4 and Airpods 4 Pro

Some of their new features include the ability your head yes or no in response to Siri anouncements, improved sound quality, and a smaller more streamlined case.

The Pro model will also feature active noice canceling, a wireless charging case and a ‘conversation awareness’ that automatically adjusts your volume when you’re speaking to someone.

‘The larger screen and brighter display look really good, and I really like the new jet black finish!’ said DailyMail.com Science and Technology editor Shivali Best.

‘As someone who hates sitting around waiting for my watch to charge, the fast charging (30 mins to 80%) sounds like a bit of a game changer,’ she added.

But she expected to see more added health features in this new lineup.

The Apple Watch Series 10 will start at $399, and the cellular version will cost $499.

You can pre-order them today after the event, and the watch will ship on September 20.

Apple officials have confirmed rumors that the Apple Watch Series 10 will come with a new sleep apnea detection feature.

The device does this by tracking breathing disturbances while you’re sleeping, then analyzing that data every 30 days to determine whether you may be suffering from this condition.

And with this new watch design, you’ll be able to type messages directly on the screen instead of relying on voice-to-text thanks to the addition of a digital keyboard.

CEO Tim Cook has kicked off today’s launch event with the unveiling of Apple Watch Series 10.

The new watch will feature the biggest display and thinnest design ever. It’s 10 percent thinner and 30 percent larger than the Series 9 watches.

This will allow users to see an additional line of text, type messages more easily and give the device a sleeker and more steamlined appearence.

It will also come with the first ever polished-aluminum finish. It comes in three colors, jet black, rose gold, and silver.

What’s more, it will take only 30 minutes to charge Apple Watch 10 up to 80 percent.

Executive Science and Technology Editor Shivali Best (left) and Social Video Producer Frank Muniz (right) have arrived at Apple Park in Cupertino to cover the event.

If you haven’t been keeping up with the news on all the new devices and features that Apple is expected to debut today, DailyMail.com has got you covered.

Check out this story for an overview of everything to know about the new iPhone 16 lineup, including price, design changes and new features.

Here you can find critical advice that users must take before switching to iPhone 16 to protect their personal information.

And this exclusive details rumors that Apple Intelligence could eventually charge users a monthly fee of $20 for its premium AI features.

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We’re less than two hours away from the start of today’s event. CEO Tim Cook tweeted this photo from Apple Park in Cupertino.

X users are speculating that the image may be AI generated – perhaps to show off the capabilitites of Apple Intelligence.

Apple typically takes its online store offline prior to a launch event so that it can prepare pages for its new products.

That means you can’t purchase any Apple products until the event ends later today. But today probably isn’t the best day to purchase a new iPhone or Apple device anyway.

Waiting until a few weeks after the launch gives you more time to determine whether the newest models are worth the pricetag, or if you would rather purchase a slightly older model for less money.

There’s no evidence to suggest that Apple will give an update on its Vision Pro, Apple Glasses or any new virtual or augmented reality devices today.

However, there has been some new leaked information about the Apple Glasses, which are expected to launch in 2027.

But we could have them, or a cheaper version of Vision pro, as early as 2025.

These lightweight AR spectacles will be different from the Vision Pro goggles in that they’re designed for everyday wear. They’re considered a direct competitor of Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses, which launched in 2021.

The Apple Glasses are expected to launch with augmented reality and eye-scanning features, but little else is known about the functionality and design of this forthcoming product.

Apple could surprise us with a few unexpected device reveals during the event, including the iPad mini 7.

The iPad mini 6 came out in 2021, so this tablet is due for an upgrade.

The new mini is rumored to come with Apple Pencil Pro support, storage capacity and memory increases and a range of new color options.

In addition to the iPhone 16 lineup, new devices expected to launch at today’s event include the Apple Watch X and the AirPods 4.

Other devices that could launch today include the Apple Watch Ultra 3, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2, but these are less certain to appear.

The two models included in this new Apple Watch series are rumored to come with some exciting health-tracking features. That includes an updated heart rate and ECG sensor as well as an all-new sleep apnea detection feature.

Apple Watch could also be getting a makeover, with this new series expected to have a larger but slimmer screen design.

The new Airpods will likely offer improved sound quality over the AirPods 3, which came out in 2021. AirPods 4 will also be the first non-pro set to feature active noise cancellation, and will come with a new case with a built-in speaker.

Apple is finally entering the AI race with the launch of Apple Intelligence.

The company has described the new software as a ‘personal intelligence system that puts powerful generative models right at the core of your iPhone, iPad and Mac.’

The new features packed into this platform include generative writing and image-making tools, the ability to create custom emojis (or Genmojis), and big improvements to Siri.

Apple’s foray into AI began with the introduction of their digital assistant, Siri, in 2011. But since then, the company has lagged behind competitors like Amazon and Google.

But with the launch of Apple Intelligence, the company is aiming to make its mark on the ‘conscious AI’ market.

iPhone 16 is Apple’s first phone lineup designed to support AI features.

At today’s event, the company is expected to unveil the standard 16 as well as the iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro and the iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Each of these phones will be compatable with Apple Intelligence, Apple’s very own AI platform.

The iPhone 16 lineup won’t launch with Apple Intelligence right off the bat. While the new phones will become available for purchase today, the AI platform isn’t expected to roll out until the end of October, according to 9to5Mac.

iOS 18 is expected to launch with a bunch of exciting new accessibilty features, including the ability to control your phone with just your eyes.

iPhone Eye Tracking will work on any iPhone that’s compatible with iOS 18. To enable this feature, go to Settings, tap Accessibility, swipe down and choose Eye Tracking and toggle it on.

Your phone will walk you through a brief calibration process so that it can learn to recognize your eye movements. Then, you will be able to navigate your screen, open apps and perform tasks inside apps all without ever touching your screen.

Apple is hosting its ‘It’s Glowtime’ event today, where it is expected to debut the new iPhone 16 and reveal more details about the upcoming launch of iOS 18 and highly-anticipated AI platform, Apple Intelligence.

In addition to the iPhone 16, products expected to launch include the Apple Watch X and perhaps the Apple Watch Ultra 3, and the AirPods 4, AirPods Pro 3 and AirPods Max 2.

The event will be held at Apple Headquarters in Cupertino on Monday, September 9 at 1 pm ET (10 am PT, 6 pm UK).

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