Apple’s latest operating system gives us an idea of what to expect when the new iPhones release in late 2019.
Apple unveiled iOS 13 – its next big software update to hit iPhones later in 2019 – at its WWDC 2019 keynote, and while we know it will come to current iPhones, we also expect it to feature on the iPhone 11.
While Apple hasn’t confirmed any details about the next iPhone – not even its existence – the Cupertino, California based firm tends to run its launches like clockwork, so we fully expect to see the iPhone 11 series launch in September.
With a new iPhone (or set of iPhones) on the horizon, we can use the information announced during the iOS 13 launch to give us clues as to what you may be able to expect from Apple come September.
There are two aspects to iOS 13 which use the front-facing camera – the first is expanded Memoji options, so you can add new hairstyles, accessories, and clothing, as well as do more with your Memoji, and the second is an improved portrait mode that lets you change the intensity of light in selfies.
The iPhone XS has a 7MP selfie camera with 3D time-of flight sensor which isn’t exactly market-leading, as rival Android handsets have much more powerful offerings, such as the 32MP front facing option on the Honor 20 Pro.
If Apple was to optimize the iPhone 11 for these features, we can see it upgrading its selfie snapper with a higher resolution, larger sensor and perhaps even a second camera for more impressive Portrait mode shots.
Apple’s iPhones aren’t exactly known for their fantastic battery life, but several upgrades with iOS 13 could see battery life improve substantially – which could make an actual battery pack upgrade for the iPhone 11 redundant.
The first important change is in Apple’s performance upgrades, as many of them are intended to put off battery aging in an iPhone for as long as possible.
