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What is the Next iPhone Release Date?

There have been a lot of rumours doing the rounds that the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic would impact on Apple’s plans for launching a new iPhone this year. As far back as February, Apple was one of the high-profile victims of the disruption caused to manufacturing in China by the initial outbreak

With key Apple suppliers having to scale back production as China imposed a strict lockdown, it was thought that Apple’s usual iPhone development pathway would be thrown off course, and we might therefore not see a new model this year.

However, iPhone fans have now had some much more positive news. Analysts with an inside track on happenings at the tech giant have reported that Apple is planning to push ahead with its now traditional September launch event. With production of the next iPhone series now believed to be back on the right track, it is expected that at least two new handsets will be unveiled initially, with two more possibly to follow later in the year.

Scaling up choice

So what can we expect from the latest incarnation of the iconic iPhone? Going by Apple’s previous naming conventions, the smart money is on the new range being called the iPhone 12 - although Apple has thrown a couple of curve balls out in the past. It is expected there will be three or four main handsets - a ‘standard’ and Pro model, with the latter boasting souped-up specifications similar to the iPhone 11 Pro. Then there could be large-form versions of both types, so an iPhone 12 Max and iPhone 12 Max Pro.

In terms of design, the rumours are that Apple is looking to go back to the future by making the standard iPhone 12 more compact than recent models. A 5.4” screen, which would be a throwback to the time of the iPhone 4 and 5, has been suggested. But the understanding is that the iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Max would both feature a 6.1” screen, giving consumers a choice between a standard and high-spec model in what has become the default iPhone screen size of recent years. A 6.7” screen on the iPhone 12 Pro Max would complete the options.

It is most likely that Apple will stick with OLED touchscreens, its preferred choice for its flagship models since the iPhone X. It is possible that some or all of the iPhone 12 series handsets will feature a 120Hz refresh speed, an upgrade that would bring them in line with the Samsung Galaxy S20 in delivering a faster, smoother experience.

The other main topic of conversation around the iPhone 12 series is whether or not it will support 5G. With Samsung launching the 5G-ready Galaxy S20 already, and other high-end 5G phones from the likes of OnePlus and LG available, it is hard to see how Apple can overlook 5G compatibility for another year. There is a possibility that it might make all four new models available in 4G and 5G versions, which would make it the biggest iPhone launch ever in terms of number of devices.

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How to Use Online Cloud Storage Effectively

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Gone are the days of printing reams of paper documents or keeping dog-eared photo albums. While some documents will inevitably need to be printed, you can save much time and effort – and protect the environment – by using online cloud storage.

Storing your documents online can be extremely beneficial as not only will it save you precious space, but it will also help you to save money on consumables such as paper and printer ink. Read on to find out what online cloud storage is, and which type of storage space online is best for you.




 

What is online cloud storage?

Cloud storage is a simple and efficient way of backing up personal or business files online without copying the data to a disc or USB drive. It’s also a convenient way for users to share and host data on the internet, all the while remaining assured that their important documents, photos and data are safe online.

By using online storage as opposed to local storage (e.g. a hard drive), you can access your files from anywhere in the world, and on any device – all you need is an internet connection.


What types of online storage are there?

There are three main types of online cloud storage; private, public and hybrid:


1. Private cloud storage

Private cloud storage is space which is dedicated for the use of only a single person or organisation. It can be tailored to your specific needs, and offers a high level of security whilst still providing the benefits of using the cloud, such as redundancy and scalability.


This type of online storage can be hosted either at your premises or externally in a colocation environment, and is usually suited to businesses where total administrative control is a must, or circumstances require that the system be tailored to suit your specific business needs.




 

2. Public Cloud Storage

Public cloud storage follows the standard software/application as a service model, with the storage infrastructure being totally remote from the point of use. The security of the solution depends heavily on the processes and policies of the provider, and there is a marginally higher risk that if the platform as a whole is compromised, that your data may also be compromised – this differs from private cloud, where the security of the platform is not necessarily linked to anyone outside your organisation. This level of service is usually offered on a pay as you use type of model, and can be even offered for free in some cases.


3. Hybrid Cloud Storage

Hybrid cloud storage is exactly as you would expect – a mixture of on and off-site storage. This setup allows users to maintain a local copy of their data and work with it in the same manner as other local files, whilst benefitting from the backup/redundancy/sharing features of other cloud storage solutions.




 

Choosing the right storage solution

There are many considerations to factor in when deciding upon a cloud storage solution for yourself or your organisation. Your requirements will help to guide you towards free or paid offerings, and to decide between a public, private or hybrid solution.


Think about what problems you expect a cloud storage solution to solve, or what features you hope to benefit from.

If your budget is limited, you’ll probably want to opt for one of the free solutions. A number are available on the market, but you should look into which provider offers the most storage with a free account, and whether there are any restrictions which might hinder your use, such as limiting the number of connected devices, or the types of device you can connect to your account.


However, many free providers offer a relatively limited amount of storage – this may be sufficient for personal use, but is likely to fill up quickly in a commercial environment, in which case a paid for solution will be more suited to your needs.

If the most important feature of online cloud storage for you is for other individuals to be able to access and edit your documents, solutions that offer comprehensive sharing and collaboration tools will be crucial.


Hopefully this post will help you to decide which online cloud storage is right for you, and which will help you to store and protect your data. Once your data is protected, if you’re looking for a way to safeguard your devices, take a look at our insurance pages to find a plan to suit your needs.


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