Apple to hold online event to unveil 5G iPhones on October 13

The latest Apple product launch is expected to reveal four redesigned iPhones with 5G mobile capability, upgraded cameras, faster processors and a wider range of screen sizes

Despite a rapid expansion into services and new devices, the iPhone generates about half of Apple’s revenue

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Apple chief executive Tim Cook is expected to lead the unveiling of 5G iPhone models at the company’s new product launch on October 13. Photo: DPA

Published: 2:53pm, 7 Oct 2020Updated: 10:42pm, 7 Oct 2020

Apple has announced that its biggest product launch event of the year will be held on October 13.

The Cupertino, California-based technology giant on Tuesday released the date of the online event with the tagline “Hi, Speed”.

The company plans to reveal four redesigned iPhones with 5G wireless capability, upgraded cameras, faster processors and a wider range of screen sizes, Bloomberg News has reported.

The online event will mark Apple’s second product launch this year, following the company’s September announcement of a new iPad Air, refreshed entry-level iPad and updated Apple Watches.

The introduction of the new iPhones is occurring about a month later than usual after the company faced final testing and production delays because of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Despite a rapid expansion into services and new devices, the iPhone remains Apple’s most important product. The smartphone generates about half of Apple’s revenue, and is the central driver of sales for AirPods and Apple Watches. The iPhone is also the device used most often to subscribe to services and download apps, which in many cases gives Apple a cut of revenue.

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