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Apple showcases new software for its devices every June at the World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC), a mecca for developers and system engineers eager to learn about changes for the year ahead. The event traditionally commences with a keynote by Apple's CEO, Tim Cook. While not as captivating a showman as Steve Jobs, Cook's enthusiasm for his company and talented teams is infectious. This year, due to the coronavirus pandemic, WWDC will be an entirely virtual event, with both sessions and the June 22 keynote held online. In keeping with tradition, Apple should debut the next version of iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, tvOS, and macOS at WWDC. In anticipation of the new releases, I've collected the top rumors and leaks for this year's announcements, along with some wishful thinking and speculation. Let's open the rumor window to the future and see what Apple might share with the world this June.

Apple announced the first version of iOS, Apple's operating system for the iPhone, iPod Touch (and formerly the iPad), back in January 2007, and at iPhone Life magazine we've been covering everything iOS related for almost as long. Starting with iOS 5, Apple has announced a new version of iOS each year at the World Wide Developers Conference (WWDC) and this year's virtual developers conference should be no exception when it comes to Apple's software announcements and our coverage of it. Don't want to wait until the big Apple keynote to find out what to expect from iOS 14? In this rumor roundup, we've got everything you should know about this year's new iOS, including expected release dates, compatibility, the possibility of 5G for the new iPhones, new apps, and improvements to classic, native apps. So read on.

The next Apple event is the 31st annual Worldwide Developers Conference, where the company will unveil the next versions of iOS 14 and iPadOS 14, the mobile software for iPhones and iPads, and hold online sessions for Apple developers. The developers conference kicks off at 10 a.m. PT on June 22 with the WWDC Apple keynote address, which will livestream on Apple’s website and via the new Apple Developer app for the Apple TV, iPad, iPhone, and Mac. Along with its September iPhone announcement, the WWDC Apple keynote is one of the biggest Apple events of the year. We'll be offering live commentary in our Facebook group and in the live recording of the iPhone Life Podcast right after at 1 p.m. PT. Here’s how you can watch the WWDC 2020 Apple Keynote too.

Four years ago, Apple released the iPhone SE; and now, in a virtual unveiling, Apple is introducing the second generation of this simple, streamlined phone. While the SE uses older technology such as a Home button with fingerprint authentication and a single-lens camera, this compact new iPhone also offers many features of a higher-priced model, including the A13 Bionic Chip, high-end iPhone photography and video features, water and dust resistance, wireless charging, and tons of battery life. And you get all of that for $399, a price lower than we've seen for years (the regular iPhone now starts at $699). Let's get into the release date, cost, and features of the latest iPhone, so you can decide if you're going to upgrade or stick with your current phone for another year. 

The world is a chaotic place right now, and in the midst of it all, Apple announced a new iPad Pro with a 3D scanning camera, a new Magic Keyboard with a trackpad, and an iPadOS update that includes trackpad support. The iPad Pro 2020 is Apple's most advanced tablet to date, featuring 3D scanning camera technology for an improved augmented reality experience, as well as the A12Z Bionic Chip, edge-to-edge Liquid Retina display, dual-camera, and Pro Audio system. The new Magic Keyboard's trackpad will finally go head to head with most Windows PC laptops, with its new cursor for navigating, editing, and gestures. Here's everything you need to know about the new iPad Pro and Magic Keyboard, including pre-order and release date, cost, and shipping dates. Let's get started!

Apple has announced that WWDC 2020 will be entirely virtual, with both sessions and the keynote held online. Other tech giants, like Google and Facebook, are shifting their conference structure this year as well, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic caused by a new strain of coronavirus. What does this change mean for Apple users? We’ve got everything you need to know right here.

The current panic about the novel coronavirus causing the COVID-19 outbreak has made us all a little more conscious about bacteria, viruses, and germs in general. While you're busy house cleaning and washing your hands to prevent disease and kill germs, remember to disinfect and sanitize your Apple devices, including your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, AirPods, EarPods, Mac, and even your Apple TV remote. Whether or not you ever come in contact with the coronavirus, studies have shown that our phones are downright filthy. A University of Arizona study shows that the average cell phone carries ten times more germs than a toilet. Ew. Bacteria found on iPhones include Streptococcus, MERS, and E. Coli, and viruses can linger on your smartphone as well. If this news leaves you wondering how to clean your phone and other Apple devices, this article will fill you in on all the methods to disinfect or sterilize them all without damaging them. Let's get started.

Apple's September 10 event is over and, as expected, the tech giant revealed three new smartphone models shipping later this month: the iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, and the iPhone 11 Pro Max. So, what sets these phones apart from their predecessors, and who might want to purchase these new devices? Let's go over the pre-order and shipping dates, pricing, and specs of the new iPhone release. We'll discuss how the 2019 iPhones are similar, how they differ from one another, and what that means for your iPhone upgrade this year.

The long awaited Apple Arcade and Apple TV+ will launch this fall, but what are they? The technology giant seeks to compete with the likes of Netflix video and Steam gaming. After teasing the services since March, Apple finally revealed the release details at their 10th of September event, showing off flashy trailers for exclusive content. Read on to find out what these services are, how much they’ll cost, when they’ll release, and why you should be excited.

The new iPhone 11 and iPhone 11 Pro are finally here! Along with the Apple Watch Series 5, and a new iPad. Now the big question is when can we get our hands on all the cool tech Apple just unveiled? And how much will it cost us? We’ve got the release dates and prices for everything Apple just announced.

Apple has finally unveiled its new iPhone 11, 11 Pro, and Pro Max, Apple Watch Series 5, and even a new seventh-generation iPad. But whether or not you’re planning to upgrade to any of the new devices Apple just announced, you’ll still want to update most of your existing Apple devices and start enjoying all the newest features of iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS as soon as possible. Here’s when you can expect to start updating the software on your Apple devices and which iPhones are compatible with iOS 13 and which Apple Watches, and iPads can run the watchOS 6 and iPadOS.

Today Tim Cook revealed the newest iteration of the Apple Watch as part of the Apple's fall iPhone event. Apple continues to evolve its smart watch with incremental features and one notable improvement; the Apple Watch Series 5 comes with an always-on display. Apple has also brought back the ceramic Apple Watch model and added a titanium model and will finally allow customers to mix and match watch bands and watch cases to create their own customize Apple Watch. Sadly, there was no mention of sleep tracking capabilities.

Apple announced today an update to its low-cost consumer-level iPad with a hardware refresh to bring its processing and display capabilities closer to last year’s iPad Pro specs.  This 7th-generation iPad now sports a larger 10.2-inch Retina display and a peppy A10 Fusion CPU to take better advantage of the additional load iPadOS will demand from Apple’s tablets. Like the iPad 6, the new iPad will also support the original Apple Pencil. Two of the more interesting new features that have made its way into this entry level device is Apple’s Smart Connector, and support for external USB drives. These new hardware inclusions means that this new iPad can use the same keyboard accessories as the iPad Pro. This new iPad is priced starting at $329 and is available for pre-order today.

The fall 2019 Apple Special Event is only days away; on September 10 we'll tune in live to watch the new 2019 iPhones, and more, get announced from Steve Jobs Theater. A New iPhone release is a sure thing every year, and there's also the possibility for a new Apple Watch, a new version of the Apple TV, a Bluetooth tracking device similar to Tile brand trackers, and release dates for Apple's latest software updates. Let's go over the information and rumors we've collected in anticipation of the big day.  

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