Apple 2018 event: How to watch and what to expect from Apple's annual conference
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The iPhone rumours are coming in thick and fast, meaning one thing...
We are edging ever closer to the launch of the next generation iPhone.
The announcement is now imminent, but fans have enjoyed a long build-up, with a barrage of leaks hitting t'interweb on a daily basis.
There's several suggestions of what the device might be called, with most leaks suggested we'll see three models: the iPhone X Plus, iPhone XS and iPhone 9.
Here's everything you need to know about the 2018 event, and how you can watch it.
When will Apple's event be?
The Apple event will take place in California tomorrow.
It will begin at 10am PDT (6pm BST), so make sure to check back in then.
Where will Apple's event be?
Apple used to hold its iPhone event in the biggest conference centre it could find in downtown San Francisco. Previous events have taken place in the Moscone Center and the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium.
But since 2016, Apple has held all of its product launches at its very own keynote centre, which the firm built as part of tis new HQ at 1 Infinite Loop in Cupertino, Silicon Valley.
Having its own conference hall is a clever move on Apple's part, as it helps keep launch dates underwraps for as long as possible, preventing people from more accurately guessing when the iPhone might launch.
In the past, people would call up big event spaces in San Francisco and take guess from their booked up schedules. However, now it's all done in house it makes it impossible for people to glean such
How can you watch the event?
Apple will stream its event live on its website.
To watch it, you'll need an Apple device.
Mirror Online will also be covering the event live, so keep an eye out for all the latest announcements. information.
What to expect from the event
As we mentioned earlier, many strong rumours suggest that Apple will be releasing three iPhone models this time around. Here's a rundown of what we know about each, so far.
iPhone XS
According to the leaks, the smaller of the three devices - rumoured to be called the iPhone XS - will resemble the current iPhone X with the 5.8-inch bezel-less display, but with new specifications, a second generation update to the FaceID tech and a new Gold colour option.
iPhone X Plus
The largest of the three devices, reportedly called the iPhone X Plus, will tout a massive 6.5-inch display and a bigger battery coming in gold, white and black colour options.
Rumours suggest this extra high tech feature set will mean the device will retail for a rather ridiculous price of between $1150 – $1200 (£900-940).
iPhone 9
The middle-sized device of the three dummy phones, rumoured to be called the iPhone 9, will sport a lower quality LCD screen, which is said to lower the cost of the model.
It's also said to have the first generation of FaceID, a single lens camera instead of the dual camera setup from the iPhone X and X Plus, and come in four more fun colour options, a little like the more affordable iPhone 5C model of 2013.
Apple Watch Series 4
Rumours suggest that Apple could launch its Watch Series 4 at the event.
The Apple Watch 4 is expected to have a range of new features, including a larger display, and an entirely new charging system.
iPad Pro (2018)
Apple could also announce a new iPad Pro.
Rumours suggest the 2018 iPad Pro may ditch the home button in favour of a TrueDepth camera, allowing users to unlock their device using Face ID.
And while there appears to be a charging port at the bottom of the device, the headphone jack has been scrapped.
