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TechCrunch Hardware Editor Brian Heater is liveblogging the Apple iPhone 14 2022 event as breaking news unfolds.

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Apple's iPhone 14 event kicks off at 1 p.m. ET, when it's also expected to introduce the Apple Watch Series 8, Apple Watch Pro and AirPods Pro 2.

It may also package in some of the Apple One plans, Bloomberg said. It's unclear what kind of changes are in store, but a new model could potentially improve the noise cancellation, audio quality and microphones. A new model is important heading into the holiday season. It's possible Apple also announces a subscription plan for its iPhones. [Apple will increase the prices of the Pro models by $100](https://www.cnbc.com/2022/09/06/apple-iphone-14-pro-price-bump-expected-over-last-years-models.html), which means you should expect to pay at least $1,099 for the smaller, entry-level iPhone 14 Pro, or about $1,199 for the larger iPhone 14 Pro Max model. [Garmin](https://www.cnbc.com/quotes/GRMN), which are beloved by outdoors enthusiasts and offer battery life that lasts from weeks to about a month. Two iPhone 14 Pro models may also include new features such as an always-on display, improved cameras, and a new A16 processor that could help improve everything from the camera to graphics quality and battery life. The big new feature is a body temperature sensor, Apple's expected to announce four new iPhone models. AirPods Pro 2 [Bloomberg said over the weekend](https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2022-09-04/apple-s-far-out-event-iphone-14-pro-airpods-pro-2-and-apple-watch-series-8-l7ndyucj?sref=ctSjKj2N) that Apple is planning to announce the new AirPods Pro 2 on Wednesday. - It's Apple's biggest event of the year. It's Apple's biggest event of the year.

Wednesday's Apple event announcing new hardware, including iPhones and Apple Watches, is taking place during a record-setting heatwave in California.

But tech companies, including Apple, are lagging behind on their promises to cut greenhouse gas emissions, according to the 2022 edition of the [Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor.](https://news.yahoo.com/tech-giants-amazon-apple-and-google-among-companies-lagging-on-climate-change-promises-study-finds-221101289.html) They’re [dangerous](https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/13/climate/extreme-heat-wave-health.html), particularly for the elderly, the very young, and people with health conditions like high blood pressure or asthma. It’s the backdrop to everything now, especially shiny new things: a constant state of climate emergency. There’s a suffocating heatwave across the whole state, including in the Bay Area, where temperatures hit [all-time highs](https://abc7news.com/record-heat-bay-area-wave-hottest-temperatures-breaking/12204813/). [first look](https://www.theverge.com/23309954/apple-iphone-14-event-rumors-announcements-airpods-pro-watch-ios-16-watchos-9) at new iPhones and Apple Watches. Many tech companies happen to make their homes in Silicon Valley, a part of the country at risk from bigger

Apple Inc introduced two new iPhone 14 models, some of which include larger screens, a tweaked version of last year's chips and higher prices.

The Series 8 with cellular will start at $499 and the SE will start at $299 with cellular. The device is expected to have cameras that pass-through view of the outside world to the wearer while overlaying digital objects on the physical world. The iPhone Pro will cost $999 and the iPhone Pro Max $1,099 and be available Sept. Supreme Court decision that ended a constitutional right to abortion in the United States. The iPhone 14 will start at $799 and the iPhone Plus at $899 and be available for preorder starting Sept. The Ultra, which includes cellular in its base model, will start at $799 and be available Sept. "The decision or the strategy is Apple believes that it can sustain margins by discontinuing a lower-priced device in the lineup." The company emphasized the privacy approach of its cycle tracking. Apple said its satellite SOS will work with emergency responders. But Apple dropped its cheapest option, the iPhone mini, meaning the cheapest model now costs $100 more than last year. Apple said the new Series 8 watch has a temperature sensor that will work in conjunction with its previously released cycle tracking app to retroactively detect ovulation. "It's interesting that they decided to essentially maintain pricing despite inflationary pressure," said D.A.

It includes a new temperature sensor, which Apple says “takes its commitment to women's health even further.” The Series 8 also includes two new motion sensors ...

And while the [upcoming Pixel Watch](https://www.theverge.com/2022/8/22/23316396/pixel-watch-google-wear-os-backups-smartwatches) and Samsung’s [Galaxy Watches](https://www.theverge.com/23310395/samsung-galaxy-watch-5-review-smartwatch-wear-os-3) aren’t really competing for iPhone users’ wrists, it’s always interesting to see how Apple’s wearable stacks up with the flagships on the Android side. The Series 8 aluminum comes in four colors: midnight, starlight, silver, and red; the stainless steel model is available in silver, gold, and graphite. Also coming to older watches and the Series 8 is cellular roaming. [announced its latest wearable](https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2022/09/apple-reveals-apple-watch-series-8-and-the-new-apple-watch-se/), the Apple Watch Series 8. It includes a new temperature sensor, which Apple says “takes its commitment to women’s health even further.” The Series 8 also includes two new motion sensors to detect if you’ve been in a severe car crash. The feature will also be coming to older watches starting with the Series 4 as long as they’re running watchOS 9.

Apple today announced Apple Watch Ultra, which brings a new bold design and a wide range of features for endurance, exploration, and adventure.

Apple Watch Ultra may be used for recreational scuba diving (with a compatible third-party app from the App Store) to 40 meters, and high-speed water sports. Display glass is arsenic-free, and Apple Watch Ultra is mercury-, BFR-, PVC-, and beryllium-free. When using iOS and watchOS with the default two-factor authentication and a passcode, Health app data synced to iCloud is encrypted end-to-end, meaning that Apple does not have the key to decrypt the data and therefore cannot read it. Apple Watch Ultra is designed to minimize its impact on the environment. Apple Watch Ultra is designed for water sports, including extreme activities like kitesurfing and wakeboarding, along with recreational scuba diving to 40 meters with the new Oceanic+ app. Designed specifically for endurance athletes and runners, the Trail Loop band is the thinnest Apple Watch band to date. “With Oceanic+, Apple Watch Ultra users can enjoy a new and enriched experience during scuba activities.” Utilizing a new depth gauge, Apple Watch Ultra features a Depth app designed with an intuitive user interface. “Apple Watch Ultra is a versatile tool that empowers users to push their boundaries with adventure, endurance, and exploration.” Apple Watch Ultra is an incredible tool for endurance athletes or those who aspire to push beyond their limits. Made from aerospace-grade titanium, Apple Watch Ultra provides the perfect balance of weight, durability, and corrosion resistance. Apple Watch Ultra also brings three new bands — Trail Loop, Alpine Loop, and Ocean Band — offering unique design features that provide a secure and comfortable fit for every adventure.