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News Roundup – September 2, 2017

All the news that’s fit to print covering Apple, iPhones, and iPads – make sure you haven’t missed any recent news stories

1. September 12

Apple’s next big event takes place on September 12 at its new campus. We’re expecting to see new iPhones, and updates to the Apple Watch and Apple TV. Read the story!

2. Software bar

Could the iconic Home button be on its way out for good? A report from Bloomberg suggests the iPhone 8 will replace it with gesture controls. Read the story!

3. Augmented Reality

Apple demo six amazing apps built on its new ARKit platform, which interact with the real world in various ways via the camera. AR apps will start appearing on the App Store once iOS 11 is officially released.  Read the story!

4. Simogo sale

One of our favorite developers has just put seven great games on sale for less than $1/£1 each, including the critically-acclaimed Year Walk and Device 6. Read the story!

5. Healthcare patents

A recently uncovered patent reveals how Apple could incorporate a multitude of health-tracking sensors in future devices for all kinds of tests. Read the story!

Elsewhere

Get a sneak preview inside the new Steve Jobs Theater – The Verge

Apple’s eligibility documents for iPhone servicing have leaked – 9to5Mac

Apple argues in favor of Net Neutrality – Apple Insider