Apple enthusiasts and technology pundits are keenly anticipating the company’s imminent event scheduled for Wednesday, 9th of September. Among the myriad new devices set to be unveiled, the limelight interestingly lands on the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus. The buzz stems from this iteration’s purportedly groundbreaking feature – a next-generation version of Apple’s acclaimed 3D Touch Display.
Taking cues from the 9to5Mac’s report, we proceed to dissect some of the striking features that would soon redefine the iPhone experience.
The iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus are set to blow users away with their hallmark feature – a screen boasting the futuristic Force Touch technology, ripped straight from the latest MacBook trackpads and the Apple Watch, and suitably modified to accommodate the specific requirements of the iPhones.
Reinventing mobile interaction, the updated iPhone models introduce a three-dimensional spectrum of pressure recognition – a tap, press, and deeper press, opening doors for an array of user-interface novelties. These variations in pressure responses – a step forward from the existing two-dimensional interactivity, form the basis of the “3D Touch Display” moniker.
Consider this – the current iPhones act upon two levels of pressure. The upcoming models, however, incorporate an additional layer, bringing a whole new reality to touch-sensitive technology.
This innovative technology can even transform mundane tasks, such as routing in Maps application or shuffling songs. For instance, Force Touch lets you initiate turn-by-turn directions instantly, by pressing on the destination on your map. You can perform common operations, like adding the song to a playlist or saving it for offline listening by pressing on a listed track.
Even actions like navigating within apps or previewing links in Safari, can take a leap of advancement with this feature. Force Touch gestures also make their way into the gaming world, with the third dimension promising to unleash unseen potentials for game developers.
According to reports, the 3D Touch screen is set to be paired with a new Taptic Engine that provides haptic feedback to the user. This goes in line with Apple’s meticulous attention to user experience, enhancing the tactile interactions on the new iPhones.
Additionally, the iPhone 6s series is rumored to pack a 12-megapixel camera with 4K video recording capabilities, faster and robust chips, animated wallpapers, and even an elegant new Rose Gold color option, amply boosting its appeal.
Beyond the iPhones, the upcoming iPad Pro is also speculated to incorporate this advanced Force Touch screen, accentuated with a stylus accessory that departs from traditional norms. The iPad Pro too, is delightedly expected to make its grand appearance on this Wednesday event.
The event promises a slew of surprises and revelations, more about which can be found at our expectations roundup here.
In a nutshell, Apple seems to take decisive strides in reinventing user interaction, riding on its advances in pressure-sensitive technology. It seamlessly integrates the hardware and software aspects, opening new dimensions of usability, setting the stage for yet another technological marvel.
As we eagerly anticipate the event, stay tuned to sift through the outcomes and dissect the implications with us.
Paul Balo is the founder of TechBooky and a highly skilled wireless communications professional with a strong background in cloud computing, offering extensive experience in designing, implementing, and managing wireless communication systems.
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