Bloomberg has revealed Apple's roadmap for
2020 in its latest report, which talks about upcoming iPhone models, HomePod,
AirTag and a host of other products. Starting with the iPhones, Bloomberg
states that Apple will have four new iPhones this year. Two will be Pro models
that will replace the current iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max, while the
other two will replace the current iPhone 11.
Regarding the 2020 Pro models, the new
iPhones will have a design similar to the current iPad Pro models, with flat
sides and sharp edges, reminiscent of the iPhone 4 and iPhone 5 era designs.
The new models will also feature a smaller notch than current iPhones, with the
goal being to get rid of it altogether over the next few years.
The top-of-the-line Max model will also
see a display size bump from the current 6.5 inches. Bloomberg doesn't mention
the exact size but previous rumors have set the number around 6.7-inch,
although those rumors also suggested the smaller Pro model will also be bumped
up to 6.1-inch, which Bloomberg did not mention in their report.
Like the 2020 iPad Pro, the 2020 iPhone
Pro models will also feature the LiDar sensor, further augmenting their AR
functionality. The processing power on the iPhones will also be bumped up to
improve the AR performance.
The new iPhones might see slightly delay
this year due to the current global pandemic situation, although the phones
will still launch within the same fall window but only a few weeks of delay at
most. Moving on from the iPhones, Bloomberg reports that Apple is also working
on a smaller and cheaper HomePod. The current HomePod was seen by many as a
high quality but expensive speaker with limited functionality, especially
compared to its rivals from Amazon and Google. The new model will compete better
on the market and could potentially bolster Apple as a serious contender in
this segment.
AirTag, a product that keeps popping up
every now and then, will finally see a release this year. Like other products
in its category, AirTags will be small electronic tags that can be attached to
items of importance and in case you lose them, you could remotely try to ring
your tag or see its location on the phone. The AirTags are expected to come
with an Apple-designed leather sleeve and a keychain.
Finally, Apple is also said to be working
on updated versions of the MacBook Pro, Apple TV, budget iPad models and a new
iMac, although these might not all be coming this year.