iPhone 7 release date, rumours, features and specs

iPhone 7 versions, colours and accessories

iPhone 7 versions and colours

Two iPhones are expected to be released later this year - the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus - with the 4in iPhone SE having launched in spring.

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will likely keep their current dimensions of 4.7in and 5.5in across the diagonal respectively.

The iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus will likely be available in Space Gray, Silver, Gold and Rose Gold, like the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6s although some concept designs suggest a number of additional colours, such as "wine" shown above.

Accessories

All iPhones come with ear pods included, and it's unlikely the iPhone 7 will be an exception. However, persistent rumours that the iPhone 7 will not have a 3.5mm headphone jack suggest that Apple could be investigating alternative forms of audio output.

Some sources suggest that the Lightning port could double up for both charging and headphone connection. However, Apple is more likely to repurpose the pre-existing Beats wireless earphone range, either by including a pair in the box or by using them as a basis for Apple-branded wireless earbuds.

In terms of other peripherals created by Apple and third parties, a battery extension pack, as released for the iPhone 6s and 6s Plus, is likely, as well as styluses, protective covers, fashion covers and custom-designed cases.

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