Candis R. McLean
Tis the season of Apple releasing a new product, you denying that you’re going to buy it, and the inevitable moment of staring at a “busy server” screen on the release day. Today, Apple spontaneously added new products to their online store. The iPhone 7 is getting a crimson makeover and the iPad air is getting a sizeable remake.
iPhone 7 (Red)
On Friday, March 24th customers can purchase the special limited edition iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus worldwide. The phone marks a great and charitable partnership between Apple and the global fund (Red). (Red) is helmed by the philanthropic efforts of U2 lead singer Bono and Bobby Shriver. The company donates funds across the globe to create life-saving programs and clinics battling a wide spectrum of diseases. Apple CEO Tim Cook stated “Since we began working with (Red) 10 years ago, our customers have made a significant impact in fighting the spread of AIDS through the purchase of our products…The introduction of this special edition iPhone in a gorgeous red finish is our biggest offering to date in celebration of our partnership with (Red), and we can’t wait to get it into our customers hands.”
The new iPhone is one of the slickest and visually stunning ten-year anniversary gift any customer can ask for. The phone is only available in 128 GB and 256 GB.
iPad
Apple also unveiled the new 9.7 inch retina display iPad. The lightweight product has a the 64-bit A9 chip, over 10 hours of battery life, and weighs one pound. The outer aluminum casing comes in silver, gold, and “space grey” colors. Pricing for the new iPad starts at $329. The slim design still has all the great design that iPad customers have come to love.
Apple Clips
Apple’s new tablet comes with the company’s new application, Clips. Clips helps Apple users create spectacular video and picture edits. Consumers can combine and merge video clips, add music on their iPhone and iPad to their productions, and share their work on most social media platforms. Live Tiles will also be a new feature. Users can make animated captions through voice activation. Apple stated, “Clips gives iPhone and iPad users a new way to express themselves through videos and it’s incredibly easy to use. The effects, filters, and amazing new Live Titles we’ve designed for Clips let anyone make great-looking, easy shareable videos with just a few taps.”
New Apple Watch Bands
The Apple Watch Spring 2017 bands are also on full display. Apple Watch Series 2 gets a colorful remake. Nike Sport partnership with the company gets a unique neon shade. There is also a new striped nylon band and Hermès band.
Look for the new iPhone and iPad in stores and online store this Friday. The new Apple Watch bands are available for purchase now.