This is all we know about the iPhone XS

On September 12, starting at 19:00 p.m. (GMT + 2) we will be able to see exactly what Apple will offer us in its new 2018 iPhone. But in the meantime, as an aperitif, already we have a good handful of data and even an official image of the two new terminals that we will be able to see that day.

What will it be called? What different models will it have? What colors will be available? We are going to collect all the data that we know to date and we are sure that we will get something quite similar to what we will see in a little more than a week, although surely some surprises will remain until the last minute.

iPhone XS, without Plus

The new terminal will be called iPhone XS, or rather, the two new models will be called like that, because it seems that Apple is not going to use the label "Plus" for the larger model. It is not strange, it has already been done for a long time for the iPad Pro, available in two different sizes and yet with the same name. And it will not be iPhone "Equis Ese" or "Excess" as some sites insist on telling us. It will be the iPhone «Ten Es» (Ten Ese), we like it more or we like it less. It will be difficult for some to abandon the iPhone "X" but perhaps with one more year of practice we will succeed.

Two sizes: 5,8 and 6,5 inches

Rumors have been indicating this for a long time, and according to the latest leaks it seems that it is confirmed that there will be two different screen sizes. The 5,8-inch model will be practically identical to the current iPhone X, at least on the outside. The 6,5-inch model will be slightly smaller than current Plus models, but with a larger screen thanks to the frameless design. It will be the same as the smallest model in design, only its dimensions will differentiate them, at least physically.

The screen resolution would be higher in the 6,5-inch model, maintaining the same pixel density, so we would get about 1242 x 2688 compared to 2435 x 1125 for the 5,8-inch model. Both screens would have the same OLED technology with 3D Touch, and in the larger model we would have the possibility of using applications in the «iPad style», which would be a point in its favor. Some rumors even talk about the possibility of using two apps on the screen at the same time.

White, black and gold colors

The two iPhone models will have the same colors available: white and space gray, like the current iPhone X, and also gold. This color that disappeared in the iPhone X after several years available in the iPhone that Appel launched, returns with the XS. We had seen some images of supposed gold iPhone X that never saw the light, but it seems that with the iPhone XS those who like that finish will be able to enjoy it from its launch.

And the iPhone XS RED? It is the dream of many, after seeing the iPhone 8 and 8 Plus in that impressive finish, but it seems that at the moment Apple does not consider that color with the new model, at least at its launch. Perhaps by this spring we do, or perhaps only the most affordable model with an LCD screen will have that possibility.

Internal changes

We are facing an iPhone XS, and that means that, as you have seen, the design changes will be very few: a larger model and a new color. But there will be changes inside the device. Obviously the processor will be new, and it will break all the power measurements again, as usual.

The processor will be the A12 (Bionic?) Simply because last year's was the A11, so that's what it takes. But it will also be a 7 nanometer processor, the first from Apple, and that means that it will have better performance and lower power consumption, which is more than likely to improve the autonomy of the device. The 6,5-inch model will have a larger battery, so it will be the model of choice for those who want to forget about battery problems with intensive use.

Everything seems to indicate that Apple is not going to implement the triple lens camera in this generation, because it would mean a major design change. But that is not to say that there will be no camera changes with the new iPhone XS. We do not know how deep these improvements will go, but if we listen to Bloomberg, will be the main strength of this year, so they seem interesting. 3D technology, Augmented Reality ... we will have to wait to see the changes.

Will there be Dual-SIM models? Rumors say it will not be serial, but that Yes, there will be regions in which models can be purchased with the possibility of having two phone numbers.. It is unknown if Apple will opt for eSIM or its own technology, we do not even know in which countries that model can be obtained. It is something that many users have been waiting for for a long time, but I am not too optimistic and I doubt that outside the Asian market we can achieve it.

Accessories

What else can we find in the box? The EarPods with Lightning connection are not going to be missing, but there will be no Jack to Lightning adapter if we listen to the rumors. That little cable that we all easily lose will have to be obtained from now on apart. What looks like We will not have to buy the USB-C to Lightning cable, nor the fast charger, because both accessories will be included in the box.

Price?

Nobody here dares to make their bet, because it is totally unpredictable what Apple is going to do with its new iPhones. In recent years the price has risen incessantly, with the iPhone X starting at € 1159 in Spain. Apple may decide to leave that price for the 6,5-inch model, lowering the 5,8-inch somewhat, or perhaps the price escalation that seems to have no end will continue.