The MacRumors Show 67: Final iPhone 15 & Apple Watch Event Leaks ft. Mark Gurman
Sep 8, 2023
Accurate insider Mark Gurman joins The MacRumors Show to discuss Apple's upcoming 'Wonderlust' event. Topics covered include battery life improvements and camera upgrades for the iPhone 15 Pro models, faster processors and new sensors for the Apple Watch Series 9, and manufacturing changes like 3D printing and recycled materials. Other products expected to be unveiled include refreshed AirPods Pro and new USB-C accessories.
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Preorder Pro Models Quickly
- If you want a Pro model, pre-order immediately when sales open to secure early delivery.
- Expect pre-orders the Friday after the event and shipments soon after.
U2 Chip Improves Location Accuracy
- Apple will introduce a new U2 chip across phones and watches to improve Find My accuracy and device location.
- The upgrade aims to boost location precision and efficiency, not necessarily Vision Pro spatial features.
Pro Models Get Higher Transfer Speeds
- Pro iPhone models will gain faster wired data speeds than the base models, and Apple will market that difference.
- Gurman cannot confirm exact Thunderbolt/40Gbps support but assures a faster port on Pro models.