It is Friday and Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) rumors are swirling as the iPad and iPhone may be getting key changes in the next generation of the products. Here’s what you should know:
iPad and iPhone Changes: The company announced that the iPhone 8 will come with bigger screen sizes, including a 5-inch screen. The iPhone 8 Plus will come equipped with a 5.8-inch display, which is bigger than the iPhone 7 Plus’ 5.5-inch screen. The iPhone 8’s screen will curve in its edges, similar to the Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. New iPads are likely to come in March with displays that stretch from one side to the other. The “low price” version will have a 9.7-inch screen, while the iPad Pro will have a 12.9-inch screen.
Support App: A standalone Apple Support app is reportedly out now. The app has been launched in the company store, offering product information, tips and giving you the opportunity to schedule repair appointments. Another application called “Tips” is also out in iOS 8 that offers quick feature tutorials in iOS 8. The Apple Support app is personalized to fit your needs.
iBooks StoryTime: Another app that the tech giant has recently launched is iBooks StoryTime, which puts children’s shows on the TV screen. It will give families a “different way to experience classic kids’ books and discover new favorites.” Siri Remote can be used to flip pages on the app.
AAPL shares gained a fraction of a percentage Friday.
