Apple execs will take to the WWDC stage at 6pm BST today. Fireworks expected.
The Apple Worldwide Developers Conference 2009 will kick off today at 10am PST (6pm UK time).
Presentations from a team of Apple executives led by Phillip Schiller, Apple’s SVP of Worldwide Marketing, are expected to unveil new iPhone handsets powered by the new 3.0 OS.
One of the latest rumours circulating is that the next-generation iPhone will feature a 3D graphics chip, which would allow the device to support far more advanced games.
Kotaku claims that a source has informed it that forthcoming version of the device will include a built-in 3D graphics chip, operate on a new, higher-speed network, and be hit retail in mid-July. The date presumably refers to a US release.
Kotaku also suggest that the new iPhone will boast improved Bluetooth support that could allow third parties to release add-on accessories such as controllers and other hardware items.
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The news, which suggests a July 17th launch of both the new model and new firmware, comes with a suggestion that Apple is also hiring in-house game developers.
If true, it is likely the iPod touch would enjoy the benefits of the same upgrade.
