With the tenth anniversary of the iPhone around the corner, many wonder if Apple will have major new features in their latest version of the iPhone to commemorate this milestone. Some possibilities for upgrades and design changes include a stronger waterproof rating, the use of stainless steel rather than aluminum for the frame, wireless charging, the inclusion of touch bar features first seen in the new MacBook Pro, or a curved OLED display. Regardless, the highly anticipated device is expected to arrive this fall.

Key Takeaways:

• The iPhone 7 holds a water and dust resistance level of IP67, meaning it is completely protected against dust and can be submerged in liquid at a depth of three feet (one metre) for around 30 minutes.
• Apple’s new iPhone will have a stainless steel chassis instead of its longstanding aluminium design, sources have confirmed to DigiTimes.
• Sources claim Apple will return to glass-bodied phones after several generations of aluminium. TechRadar says there might be a choice: the iPhone 8 could be glass and the iPhone 8 Plus metal – or vice versa.

“It has gone on to become the company’s most profitable venture by a significant margin, which is why fans are expecting something special to celebrate.”

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