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Full Recap of Apple Event 2023

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This morning, over two million people tuned in to watch the highly-anticipated Apple Event (including the team at ARTSNLA). Octavia Spencer was featured as a special guest. The new Apple Watches and next-gen iPhone 15 series were revealed. In less than 12 hours, the Apple Event video received 23M views and soared to #1 on YouTube Trending. Here is a full recap of the 2023 Apple Event:

Apple Watch Series 9

The Apple Watch Series 9 is Apple’s first carbon-neutral product. The new double-tap feature can be used to end a call, instantly snooze an alarm, and play music. With the second-gen Ultra Wideband chip, the Precision Finding feature is designed to help find a lost iPhone. if they And the four-core S9 neural engine uses the accelerometer, gyroscope, and optical heart sensor to precisely monitor sleep cycles, heart rate, and more. There are two options for the material of the Watch Series 9: aluminum and stainless steel.

  • Aluminum: Midnight, Pink, Product Red, Starlight, Silver, Midnight
  • Stainless Steel: Gold, Graphite, Silver

Apple Watch Ultra 2

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has a maximum brightness of 3000 nits. It also has a battery life of 36 hours, or 72 hours with low power mode. Other features include on-device Siri, a customizable action button, 40 meters of water resistance, precision dual-frequency GPS, and depth session logs. There are three options for the watch band in the Watch Ultra 2: alpine loop (outdoor), trail loop (workout), ocean band (water sports and diving). The alpine loop and trail loop bands are both carbon-neutral bands.

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iPhone 15 / iPhone 15 Plus

The iPhone 15 is operated by an A16 Bionic chip, and comes with a USB-C charging cable (which complies with the European Union law requiring a USB-C port for new smartphones). The iPhone 15 also displays a Dynamic Island, camera upgrades (2x Telephoto/ 48 MP front-facing camera), improved water resistance, ceramic shield glass, and extended battery life.

The second-gen Ultra Wideband chip is also included in the iPhone 15 and 15 Plus models. The iPhone 15 Plus has a 6.7″ Super Retina XDR display and up to 26 hours of video playback. Like the iPhone 15, the 15 Plus also operates by the A16 Bionic Chip. This month, the Emergency SOS via satellite feature will be available in Spain and Switzerland.

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iPhone 15 Pro / iPhone 15 Pro Max

Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro is distinguishable because of its first-ever titanium design. This material ensures a more durable phone that feels almost weightless without compromising its lightning-fast speed or advanced functionality. The iPhone 15 Pro models operate with the A17 Bionic Chip. Additional features that were announced include the Dynamic Island, action button, 5x telephoto zoom, Wi-Fi 6E, ProMotion, USB-C with USB 3, and spatial video.

With a 48 MP camera, the iPhone 15 Pro Max features even more advanced camera upgrades and additional features that create a next-level mobile gaming experience. The 15 Pro Max has an improved telephoto camera with a 5x Zoom, and the 4k60 ProRes format helps add clarity and more definition to music videos and films. The iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max models both have the Dynamic Island. (See the above slideshow.)

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2030 Status – Reducing Carbon Footprint

Octavia Spencer was featured as a special guest during the 2023 Apple Event. She received updates from a group of people about Apple’s progress towards achieving their goal of eliminating carbon emissions by 2030. Here is a list of the steps Apple took so far to completely reduce their impact:

  • All plastic will be removed from packaging by the end of 2024.
  • MacBooks, Apple TVs, and Apple Watches have 100% recycled aluminum.
  • Leather is being replaced by more sustainable materials.
  • Overall, water usage has been reduced by 63 billion gallons.
  • All Apple stores, offices, data centers only use 100% clean electricity.
  • Low-carbon shipping: 95% reduced transportation emissions.
  • The Watch Series 9 is Apple’s first carbon-neutral product.

Tim Cook shared, “By 2030, all Apple devices will have a net zero climate impact.”

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CEO Tim Cook announced that the new iPhone series will officially launch on September 22 and pre-orders will start on Friday, September 15. Also, two new iCloud plans were announced: 6 TB and 12 TB. Which updates are you most excited about? Which updates would you like to see in the next Apple Event? Let us know in the comment section below!

Apple’s new 10th-gen iPad lands at #10 on YouTube Trending

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Today, Apple announced their new 10th generation iPad models. The official video is making an international splash, landing at #10 on YouTube Trending. Here’s the scoop:

In less than 24 hours, Apple’s new 10th-generation iPad video received 3.5+ million views. This video announces their new 10th-gen iPad and iPad Pro models. Melody Kuna, Mish Kanabar, Raja Bose, and Leslie Ikemoto spoke about the advanced iPad technology as well as the new and improved features.

The 10th-gen base iPad model is built with an all‑screen design, iPadOS 16, and a 10.9-inch Liquid Retina display with the A14 Bionic chip and 16-core neural engine. This 5G-capable iPad integrates Touch ID, stereo speakers, and long-lasting battery life. It also includes the two-piece Magic Keyboard Folio, which creates a unique and versatile typing experience. The new 10th-gen iPad comes in four gorgeous colors: yellow, silver, pink, and blue.

The 10th-gen iPad Pro model is designed with unique features that create an exclusive and swift multitasking experience. Specifically, Stage Manager helps users switch between apps and windows with ease in just one click. With Stage Manager, all open apps and windows are organized conveniently to create effortless navigation. Also, the iPad Pro has improved upgrades including 12MP Wide and Ultra-Wide cameras, Face ID, LiDAR, Apple Pencil Hover, and ProMotion display. Also, the iPad Pro can store up to 2TB of data.

Apple Event, iPhone 13 Pro featured on YouTube Trending

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Written by ARTSNLA Staff

This week, the Apple Event and iPhone 13 Pro were featured in the top 5 on YouTube Trending. Here is a quick recap:

The 2021 Apple Event video soared to #1 on YouTube Trending, while the iPhone 13 Pro video landed at #4 on YouTube Trending. Also, two award-winning producers made a special appearance in the new Apple Event video: Kathryn Bigelow and Greig Fraser. This video demonstrates the iPhone 13 Pro’s new camera upgrades, including ProRes and cinematic mode. They discussed how the iPhone 13 Pro is impacting the world of cinematography because it will directly affect the language of cinema and directing movies.

This week, Apple announced the launch of its new iPhone 13 models as well as two new iPad tablets and the Apple Watch Series 7 (which are more durable). Apple’s new iPhone 13 models start with 128 GB of storage (instead of 64 GB). Also, Apple announced two new iPad tablets: the new iPad mini and the next-gen $329 iPad – which comes in four colors. The iPad mini 6’s button has a Touch ID sensor, USB-C connector, 4k video recording, and more. The next-gen iPad has True Tone display, support for Apple Pencil, and dual microphones. The iPhone 13 models and iPad mini are built with the lightning-fast A15 Bionic chip and 5G compatibility. The iPhone 13 models are scheduled to launch on September 24, 2021. Also, the Apple Watch Series 7 models will launch later this fall. Stay tuned for more updates.

Apple’s iPhone X lands top spot of YouTube Trending

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Written by Giavanna Foster

Apple’s iPhone X, pronounced as the iPhone 10, has officially made its commercial debut. Today this phone landed the top spot of YouTube Trending. Here’s the scoop:

On September 12, Apple’s iPhone X made its global debut. Today it is listed at #1 on YouTube Trending. In 24 hours, it has received 9,857,302 YouTube views. This viral video is approaching 10 million views. The iPhone X’s design is more advanced, as there is no home button. Its all-new 5.8-inch Super Retina screen is crafted with the most durable glass used in a smartphone.

The iPhone X is water-resistant and dust-resistant. This phone specializes in refinery, as its A11 Bionic chip operates with superhuman intelligence. This chip is capable of performing 600 billion operations per second. The iPhone X’s A11 Bionic chip is 70 percent faster than the A10 Fusion chip. Its refined dual 12-megapixel cameras capture every memory, even in low lighting, with optical image stabilization and high resolution.

Apple’s iPhone X also includes Face ID, which is enabled by the TrueDepth camera. With Face ID, a precise map of your face is created through analyzing 30,000 invisible dots. This feature can also be used for Apple Pay.

Apple’s iPhone X includes other features like Animoji, Portrait Lighting, augmented reality, and wireless charging. The iPhone X cameras are a true standout. See the slideshow below:

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Apple will release the iPhone X on November 3. Pre-ordering starts on October 27. This high-end phone retails at $999 for 64 GB and $1,149 for 256 GB. The iPhone X commercial has 10 million YouTube views. Questions? Click here to read more about Apple’s iPhone X.

NBC’s The Voice reveals top 10 of season 12

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Written by Giavanna Foster

On Tuesday, NBC’s The Voice revealed season 12’s top 10. Here’s the scoop:

Before the top 10 were revealed, Alisan Porter performed “Deep Water” live. Alisan Porter won The Voice‘s tenth season. She was on Team Christina, which means that she worked with Christina Aguilera. Alisan sported a teal outfit with subtle makeup while singing this powerful song. Alisan Porter also tweeted about “Deep Water” to her fans:

Also, season 12’s top 11 performed on stage. Team Gwen performed Coldplay’s “Fix You”. Team Alicia performed Aretha Franklin’s “A Natural Woman”. Then, Carson Daly said that the following singers were safe: Brennley Brown, Hunter Plake, Lilli Passero, TSoul, Vanessa Ferguson, Chris Blue, Aliyah Moulden, Jesse Larson, and Lauren Duski.

Then, Stephanie Rice and Mark Isaiah sang for the Instant Save. First, Stephanie Rice performed “Issues” by Julia Michaels. Alicia Keys praised Stephanie’s artistry before adding that she is a talented producer who plays multiple instruments. Second, Mark Isaiah performed “7 Years” by Lukas Graham. Adam Levine praised Mark’s artistry and grace under intense pressure. Here is the official list of season 12’s top 10:

Team Adam: Lilli Passero, Jesse Larson, Mark Isaiah
Team Gwen: Brennley Brown, Hunter Plake
Team Alicia: Chris Blue, Vanessa Ferguson
Team Blake: Lauren Duski, TSoul, Aliyah Moulden

NBC’s The Voice airs on Mondays and Tuesdays at 8/ 7c. Stay tuned. Who will win Season 12 of The Voice? Comment with your thoughts or vote in our poll: