iPhone 7: Rumored New Features and Release Date

YouTube image of the iPhone 7

By Lexi Thayer

ATLANTA, Ga- Rumors are swirling about the newest iPhone set to be released in September of 2016.

The iPhone 7 has been on the minds of Apple consumers since the release of the iPhone 6 and 6S just back in September of 2015. The newer version of Apple's iPhone is rumored to offer wireless charging and a touchscreen with a built-in Touch 3-D. It's also been rumored that Apple may be ditching its 3.5 mm headphone jack. Apple is notorious for alternating between internal upgrades for the 'S' and creating a completely new design for the full-number update. Macworld believes a 4.7 inch iPhone 7 and a 5.5 inch iPhone 7 Plus will be released either in the summer or in September of 2016. The newer version will be thinner with no headphone jack; thus making iPhone users connect to wireless Bluetooth headphones, or plugging into an adaptor. More speculation is that there will be higher screen resolution, the 16 GB storage will be phased out since that is not enough storage; predicting the iPhone 7 will start out at 32 GB. More features could include a USB-C port, possible wireless charging, and waterproofing.

I gave some thought into the rumor features and release date for the iPhone 7, and have some mixed reviews. Though I think it's great that Apple wants to keep revamping and making their products even better. There are features that should and should not be replaced. Personally, I think removing the headphone jack and having people invest in Bluetooth headphones or plugging into an adaptor to listen to their music is not the best strategy. Of course I listen to my music via Bluetooth in the car, but what if I still enjoy plugging my headphones in and jamming out? I could always invest in the Bluetooth version of headphones; but those could be expensive depending on what brand and the quality you're looking for.

On the other hand, I did like how Apple is phasing out the 16 GB version of the iPhone, because I know for a fact in this day in age that 16 GB is not enough storage for someone. The iPhone is more than just a phone, it helps us connect via email, social media, through pictures, and video. The 32 GB upgrade would be very beneficial for all consumers. One other feature I enjoyed is the wireless charging. I know that a lot of busy college students and professionals are constantly using our phones and not have access to a wall outlet to charge our devices. I think it would be great to have a wireless charging aspect that comes with the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7S. I know this article is merely just rumor about new features and the release date, but I really do hope Apple invest in a few of these features listed.

YouTube: iPhone 7 running iOS 10

What do you think? Should Apple invest in the rumored features? Or, maybe they already have invested in these. The world will know soon coming September 2016.