Want to get your hands on all the juicy iOS 10 features we saw at WWDC last month? Today is your first chance as Apple opens up the public beta for its updated mobile OS.

You'll be able to update Apple devices yourself late today, but we wouldn't recommend doing it to your primary iPhone or iPad as it's likely to feature a few bugs which may effect performance of some apps.

iOS 10 brings with it big updates to the messaging platform as well as a variety of other design tweaks.

MacOS Sierra is also released in its first public beta today and we'd expectwatchOS 3 may also see an update, but that has not been confirmed by Apple.

If you want to download the latest public beta, be sure to keep an eye on the guide below until later today when it's officially unveiled.

With Microsoft's Windows 10 heating up the PC market, Apple is bringing a free upgrade of its own with the launch of macOS Sierra, jam-packed with new features and improvements.

• Here's how macOS will convince you to go all-in on Apple

OS X 10.12 was officially revealed and renamed macOS Sierra at the Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC). As expected, Sierra does much more than just provide bug fixes and performance updates, as we saw with the move from10.10 Yosemite to 10.11 El Capitan.

So what's in store for Mac users? Follow along and we'll tell you exactly what you can expect from the next version of OS X – we mean macOS.

Cut to the chase

• What is it? The next version of Apple's desktop operating system
• When is it out? Fall 2016
• What will it cost? Like the previous several versions, it will be a free update

macOS Sierra release date

Apple has gotten into a cycle when it comes to releasing new operating systems. Per the usual, macOS Sierra was demoed and debuted in June during WWDC with a private beta simultaneously issued to developers.

• Find out if your Mac can run macOS

A public beta, released on July 7, 2016, brought Siri, picture-in-picture mode and more to a broad audience of Mac users for the first time in Apple history. Of course, you won't be able to use the new Continuity features like Universal Clipboard until iOS 10 drops and Apple Pay isn't exactly ready for the limelight, but a sneak preview never hurts.

Siri finally makes an appearance

The biggest new feature slated for macOS Sierra is the inclusion of the Siri virtual personal assistant. Siri was launched on iOS back in 2011, and Macs are surprisingly the last platform Apple decided to bring it to.

Just as with using the virtual assistant on iPhones, users will be able to simply command Siri and ask it questions with their voice. However, being on the Mac opens up a greater swath of options such as searching for files.

At WWDC, SVP of software engineering Craig Federighi showed audiences how Siri could prove beneficial on Mac while remaining distinct from other Apple platforms. The personal assistant software can respond to complex requests such as, "Show the files I worked on last week about the off-site." From there, users can narrow down their search based on tags.

Siri can even access other parts of macOS including applications like iTunes, effectively making her your personal DJ. Moreover, the AI is compatible with Safari as well, allowing it to act on web searches.

And, with Apple having issued as SDK for developers to make their own apps work with Siri, it will be interesting to see where that goes. Maybe we'll see the day when Siri can access your Spotify library, upload files to Google Drive or help you organize spreadsheets in Excel.

A long overdue file system upgrade

Since 1985, Apple has remained complacent with its Hierarchal File System, or HFS. With macOS, however, that all changes thanks to the new APFS, or simply Apple File System. Starting with the company's 2017 MacBook lineup, all of Apple's computers will support the new filesystem on its bootup drive. And, although we'll be able to try it out for ourselves when the macOS Sierra public beta lands, developers in the preview right now are saying the new filesystem is limited to transferring files back and forth on a non-startup drive.

Once Apple's hardware begins to support the new standard, it won't be long before we start to reap the benefits. These include improved flash memory optimization, faster Time Machine backups and improved space allocation letting two APFS-formatted disks act as one combined storage drive. Unfortunately, for legacy Mac users this means HFS support will be ousted in the next 25 years, though it would be a miracle if your computer could still boot up by then.

Continuity gets even better

Continuity between Mac and iOS is a big deal for those engulfed in Apple's hardy ecosystem. Ever since its introduction, users have been able to pick up calls and text conversations from their phones and conveniently pull them up on their Mac computers.

With macOS Sierra, not only will you be able to access your computer from outside devices including your iPhone, but if you need to quickly move something from one device to another, this is made even easier than AirDrop thanks to the Universal Clipboard function. Apple claims it to be as seamless as Command-C, Command-V.

And, while TouchID isn't coming to Mac anytime soon, Auto Unlock is. As the title implies, this new feature will let you unlock your Mac from other Apple devices merely by being in close proximity to an Apple Watch or iOS device.

What's more, Apple Pay has expanded beyond the restraints of a 4.7-inch screen and onto PCs by way of macOS. Making an effort to compete with ecommerce services like PayPal, a "Pay with Apple Pay" button will soon be integrated in your browser with TouchID on a nearby iPhone or iPad serving as a means of quick authentication.

Better photo and video functionality

Finally we have the Photos app getting an overhaul in iOS 10, and because of the way Continuity works, the incoming features also apply to Mac. These include a new "Memories" tab for a more magazine-like viewing mode as well as an AI that automatically sorts photos either by people or topics.

Likewise, if you're a skilled multi-tasker interested in watching videos while you work, you'll be delighted to know that macOS Sierra's picture-in-picture mode allows users to take their video windows with them even as they rotate between desktop screens.

Fresh from announcing the end of its Classic line of phones earlier this week, Blackberry has assured those accustomed to tactile feedback that its trademark full physical keyboard will live on.

"In response to some recent press reports, I want to be clear that BlackBerry users have nothing to fear - the keyboard is here to stay" tweeted Alex Thurber, Senior Vice President for Blackberry Global Device Sales.

Discontinuing the Blackberry Classic in order "to keep innovating and advancing [its] portfolio," murmurs arose of the company ditching physical keyboards altogether to produce more conventionally-designed smartphones.

While the big rumor remains that Blackberry is making three new Android-powered devices this year, one of the supposed designs still includes an old-school keyboard, supporting Thurber's comments.

Additionally, currently-available devices like the Blackberry Passport and the Privalso sport a keyboard, ensuring Blackberry fans won't be left stranded following the retirement of the Classic.

For the first time, Sky is making its Broadband Shield 'default on' to every single one of its customers, unless they have specifically opted out of the service.

The technology, which blocks content deemed unsuitable for children, such as pornography, has been available for some time through the provider but take-up rates have been low at around 5-10% according to Sky.

Last year Sky trialed an on-by-default approach with some customers, which it found lead to adoption rates of around two thirds.

Shield for new and old

The changes mean that new Sky customers will automatically have the Broadband Shield service turned on unless they specifically request for it to be turned off.

But significantly Sky will also be contacting existing customers to ask if they want to have their web content filtered. In the event of a non-response, Sky will automatically turn filtering on.

Sky's efforts come as the government is increasingly examining the use of web filtering to protect children from exposure to adult content online but the initiative has been criticized as being the first step towards broader web censorship.

Android Marshmallow is here. There are battery life improvements, greater app permission controls, standardized support for fingerprint scanners, more granular volume controls, USB-C support and new Google Now features, which are all part of a mix that makes this an exciting upgrade for users. But is your phone actually going to get it?

The release process for Android updates is more complicated than Apple's iOS updates, and just because an update has been launched that doesn't necessarily mean you'll have access to it.

In fact, you probably won't have Marshmallow yet. So far only just over 10% of devices are running Marshmallow - that's not a great adoption rate for Google. It's down to device manufacturers, and in some countries the carriers too, who spend quite a bit of time with the new software before releasing it to their devices.

If you own a Nexus device you're in luck, as not surprisingly Google's new software has landed on those first – and manufacturers like Motorola are generally better at getting updates out quickly. But other manufacturers are a little less predictable.

While many phones are still waiting on Marshmallow, we are already seeing the gentle roll out of the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow update, with new emojis and a few little bug fixes bundled in for good measure.

To make the latest Android update less of a mystery, here's our constantly updated information on when it's likely to land on your phone.

Google and Nexus

Google has updated its Nexus range of products to Android Marshmallow. It includes the Nexus 5, Nexus 6, Nexus 7 (2013), Nexus 9, Nexus Player, Pixel Cand the whole range of Android One devices. The Nexus 5X and Nexus 6P both launched with Android 6 on board.

The developers preview for Android 7 N is already out and you can download it on all the previously mentioned devices - apart from the Nexus 5. If you're rocking a Nexus 4, Nexus 7 (2012) or Nexus 10 you might want to consider an upgrade, as you won't be getting Marshmallow.

Samsung

Samsung did a pretty good job of getting Android Lollipop on to its phones rapidly, but it slowed things down considerably for the Marshmallow launch. That said, almost all of the major handsets now feature the latest software.

The Samsung Galaxy S6, Galaxy S6 Edge, Galaxy S5 and Galaxy Note 4 now have the update in most regions and both the Galaxy S7 and Galaxy S7 Edge launched with Marshmallow pre-installed.

The latest phone to start getting the update is the Samsung Galaxy Note Edge, with Android 6.0.1 coming to factory unlocked versions of the handset in Europe. The Samsung Galaxy Note 5 has been updated too in the US, but only on certain networks.

The Galaxy S6 Edge+ is getting the update in some markets now as well, but there's no guarantee it'll be on your version yet. Some versions of the Samsung Galaxy S5 Neo are now also receiving Marshmallow across the UK and Europe. There's still no word from Samsung on whether the Galaxy S4, Samsung Galaxy Alpha and Galaxy Note 3 will get the update.

As for tablets, the Galaxy Tab S2 is currently receiving the update to Android Marshmallow in both its 9.7 and 8.0-inch sizes. We expect the Galaxy Tab S andGalaxy Note Pro 12.2 will get the Marshmallow software too, but there's no official word yet.

HTC

The HTC 10 launched with Android 6, and the Marshmallow update has also widely rolled out to the HTC One M9 and HTC One M8, as well as the One A9 and the One E9.

There are reports of the HTC Desire 820, HTC Desire 816 and HTC Desire Eye also getting the update in some regions, while the HTC One M8 Eye could start to benefit soon, as users in India have begun seeing Marshmallow appear on their phones.

HTC also confirmed that it will be updating the HTC One M8s, HTC One M9+, HTC One ME, HTC One E8, HTC Butterfly 3 and HTC Desire 826. It has taken a long time so far though and HTC hasn't commented on when it'll be coming either.

Sony

Sony is faring much better, with the Xperia Z5, Xperia Z5 Compact, Xperia Z5 Premium, Xperia Z4 Tablet, Xperia Z3+, Xperia Z3, Xperia Z3 Compact, Xperia Z2 Tablet, Xperia Z2 all seeing the Android 6 Marshmallow update.

Sony has also begun rolling the update out to the Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact and confirmed that it plans to bring Marshmallow to the Xperia M5, Xperia C5 Ultra,Xperia M4 Aqua and Xperia C4.

Both the Xperia Z1 and Xperia Z1 Compact will be missing out this time though.

LG

LG hasn't been clear with its Marshmallow update plans, but the LG G4, LG G4c,LG G3 and LG V10 all have Android 6 software now. The LG G5 launched with the software already installed and we'd expect the LG G Flex 2 might get Marshmallow, but there's no official word yet. At the lower end Marshmallow is also now making its way to the LG Magna and LG Spirit.

The 487,000th time I caught myself cupping my hand underneath my phone’s speaker so my friends could hear a YouTube video, I finally came to grips with the idea that the speakers on my phone, my tablet, and my laptop are an affront to the music I listen to every day. So I set out to buy a Bluetooth speaker, one that would connect to any device in any place and make for beautiful music whether I’m at home, on the beach, or stuck in the office trying to show someone the latest OK Go insanity.

The perfect portable Bluetooth speaker is a fairly simple idea. It’s easy to connect and has good range, never dropping its connection as I move around the room or around my house. It looks good, and it’s at least portable enough to go in my backpack when I go to the beach. Its battery lasts at least as long as your average barbecue. It works as a speakerphone, in a pinch. It has some nifty extra features, like the ability to chain a few together or connect multiple phones at once. And most importantly, it sounds good whether I’m listening to Yo-Yo Ma or the Ying Yang Twins.

Most of the time, you’re making tradeoffs with anything you buy. But with portable Bluetooth speakers, there’s one option that does it all.

THE WINNER

LOGITECH UE BOOM

Logitech didn’t invent the Bluetooth speaker category, but it owns it. The UE Boom is essentially flawless: it’s a tall, water-resistant cylindrical speaker that fires sound in every direction. It sounds great, with more bass response and more resonant mids than I’d expect from a speaker either this size or this price. The sound is clear and powerful, and gets plenty loud to throw a dance party.

The Boom comes in a bunch of good-looking color combinations, and if you buy a couple of them you can pair two together and turn them into proper stereo speakers. There’s a companion app that lets you control equalizer settings and more, but you can also just ignore the app and connect the Boom like any other Bluetooth speaker. It only takes one button press and a few seconds to set it up, and its range extends up to about 35 feet — that’s standard for Bluetooth.

Even at loud volumes, the Boom will last much longer than your party. It lasted more than 16 hours of continuous playback before it died, and used more sparingly shouldn’t need to be charged very often at all. And when you do need to charge, it takes a simple Micro USB cable to get it back up and running.

The UE Boom is on the larger side of Bluetooth speakers, but it’s still plenty portable. And it’s everything I want it to be: good-sounding, long-lasting, with plenty of extras, and it’s good-looking to boot. If you want the best all-around option you can buy, it’s really not even close.

THE RUNNER UP

SOL REPUBLIC DECK

It doesn’t sound quite as good as the UE Boom, but Sol Republic’s Deck has an insane set of features no other Bluetooth speaker can touch. First, there’s the range: I walked 200 feet or more from the speaker, and music kept playing without a hitch. Then there’s battery: the Deck played continuously for 22.5 hours, longer by a wide margin than anything else I tested. (Sol lists the battery life at 10 hours). And the features: it has a neat Heist mode that lets you pair up to five different devices, so you can all DJ together.

The Deck looks like a strange, alien carrying case of some kind; it’s wide and short, designed to be used on a flat surface of some kind. It comes in a handful of cool colors, too (it was originally designed to be sold with the also-colorful Moto X). It’s a little lighter than the UE Boom, but effectively just as portable.

I like everything about this device, except that the sound just isn’t quite there: there’s some bass response but not as much as I’d like, and you can hear the compression in any kind of dynamic music. With the Boost mode on, you can certainly hear it from across the room, but that mode just makes vocals really loud at the expense of everything else. Ultimately, none of the Deck’s nifty extras make up the difference in sound between it and the UE Boom — but you certainly can’t go wrong this way either.

Update: Fresh reports say the iPhone 7 will have a new color option, a larger camera lens, ditch the 3.5mm headphone jack and be thinner, but otherwise look the same, and it might also cost the same, but for double the storage.

iPhone 7 rumors are all over the place, and the good news is Apple's supposed to deliver a significant upgrade to its smartphone for 2016. "Supposed to" because it changes the design every two years.

Without a doubt, iPhone 6S is the company's best phone yet. But it's underwhelming because it doesn't bring anything amazing aside from fancy new 3D Touch technology. It's just too similar to the iPhone 6.

So there's a understandable yearning for sweeping iPhone 7 changes for its launch date in a few weeks: think a whole new design, piles of power and a bunch of new features.

The leaks, rumors and reports are already ramping up, and we've got all the information that you could possibly need about the September-bound iPhone 7 release date.

We've collected all the latest from around the web, sifted through the likelihood of each rumor and given you our expert take on what to expect from Apple's launch - so read on to find the authoritative take on your possible next phone.

• Fancy Android? Here's our full review of the Samsung Galaxy S7. Looking for something smaller? Then you'll want to check out the iPhone SE - while our iPhone 7 Plus rumors page should cover all your big screen needs.

Cut to the chase

• What is it? A rebooted iPhone, with new powers, features and design
• When is it out? Almost nailed on for September 2016
• What will it cost? Very likely the same as the iPhone 6S

iPhone 7 release date

If we were betting folk, we'd bet the house on the fact the iPhone 7 will launch in September 2016. Apple sticks to a schedule and the last few iPhones have all been launched in the month of September.

Oh, there's a possibility it could be earlier, as according to a 'reliable source'Apple might actually bring it to market earlier. Sadly, how much earlier is unclear and we hear this rumor every year. It never happens.

It will take a while to finish development and manufacturer of the phone, so we wouldn't expect to see it before September. Autumn is exactly when iOS 10 is due. It just makes sense for September.

iPhone 7 design

Hottest leaks:

• Water resistance
• Bezel-less metal body
• Redesigned antennas

The iPhone 6S looked a lot like the iPhone 6 and while we were expecting big design changes for the iPhone 7, we've got bad news for Apple fans: it might be very similar outside of a few tweaks here and there.

We could get a new color option though, with rumors suggesting Apple will add a 'Space Black' shade to the mix, likely similar to the black Apple Watch option. That's not been seen on an iPhone since 2012's iPhone 5.

It's also said to be slimmer than the 7.1mm-thick iPhone 6S; Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities reckons it'll drop to between 6mm and 6.5mm. That sounds unnecessarily slim to us, especially as it could cause the battery life to take a hit, but the Samsung Galaxy S6 is only marginally thicker at 6.8mm, so it's possible.

If TSMC makes the chips, as has been rumored, then some space could be saved, which might help Apple slim it down without making sacrifices in other areas. Another report claims Apple will use fan-out technology to save space andreduce the thickness of the iPhone 7.

Yet another rumor suggests the iPhone 7 will have an all-metal design with a bezel-less display. It would be a big change for the iPhone design, but bringing in a new kind of screen technology would be a sensible move for Apple. However, more recent reports claim an iPhone overhaul is being saved for 2017.

The iPhone 7 could be built to last too, as according to Mac Otakara there are a number of iPhone prototypes with "ruggedized" features, which could mean a water and dust-resistant phone is on the way.

In fact, that's exactly what we'll get according to a supply chain source. Yet another suggestion of a waterproof iPhone 7 comes from the Apple supplier Japan Display. The supplier has come up with a new technology called "Pixel Eyes", that is now in its second generation and makes it easier to use the screen while you have wet fingers.

However, another report has suggested Apple will opt for a slimmer phone rather than a waterproof iPhone 7. Apple will likely get a new LCD display technology as well, which could allow the iPhone 7 to be 1mm thinner than before.

A design tweak rumor which will likely please many is that Apple will ditch the camera bump which has been present since the iPhone 6/6 Plus - with the firm going for a sleeker finish on the iPhone 7. As well as being totally flat the back could also be uninterrupted, as the same report points towards the removal of the antenna bands.

That tallies with an image leak picked up by Nowhereelse.fr, which claims its snapshot shows the iPhone 7 to have no antenna bands and a larger camera.

A few days after that, a leak of the iPhone 7 chassis design showed a new design for the antennas. So it increasingly seems Apple may sort out one of the more controversial elements of the design of the iPhone 6S.

However, the overall size and shape of the iPhone 7 may not change much, as a sketch complete with dimensions shows it as being the same length and width as the iPhone 6S, as well as having similarly curved corners. That would be surprising for a new numbered model though and the sketch could easily be a fake.

A purported photograph of the back panel has emerged on MobiPicker, showing the phone in gold with a rounded design, antenna lines at the top and bottom and a new camera module, which could be a laser autofocus. The image is likely a fake, but the general design is largely in line with rumors so it could also be the shape of things to come.

In fact it's also very much in line with a newer image which seems to show the back of the iPhone 7 itself. It looks like it could have been manipulated, but with most design rumors lining up it could still be close to the truth.

A render, based on supposed technical drawings of the phone, has also surfaced. According to GSMArena the colors and materials may differ slightly in the finished phone, but the placement of the ports, buttons and camera should all be accurate. It's in line with other leaks, though as it's an unofficial render it should be taken with the usual pinch of salt.

We've also seen leaked case images, courtesy of 9to5Mac, which show the headphone jack appears to be missing, as has been heavily rumored. Additionally you can see a dual-camera setup and a Smart Connector, which suggests these are actually for the iPhone 7 Plus.

But just as everything was lining up a leaked case prototype threw it all into question, with four speaker grilles when we're only expecting one or two. As it goes against everything else it's probably fake, but it could certainly make the iPhone 7 a media powerhouse.

iPhone 7 headphone jack

One thing which no one seems to be able to agree on is whether or not the iPhone 7 will support your headphones. Early rumors suggested Apple was planning to ditch the bulky 3.5mm headphone jack. That could lead to a great dependence on Bluetooth headphones, but another leak suggests there will also be a pair of special Apple earbuds included in the iPhone 7 retail box, which have since popped up in another image.

Don't ditch your headphones just yet though, as an image supposedly showing iPhone 7 circuitry has emerged and the 3.5mm jack is intact in it.

But now yet another leak has appeared, this time from Nowhereelse.fr and showing an alleged iPhone 7 chassis with two speaker grilles on the bottom and no headphone jack. It looks like it could be the real deal, though even if it is it could be an early prototype, so it's still not confirmation of anything.

Ditching the headphone jack is unlikely to be a popular decision, but it wouldn't be the first time Apple has messed with ports and nor would it be the first company to do it, as the Moto Z doesn't have one either.

And while there's evidence both ways the most frequent (and currently most recent) rumors suggest we won't see a headphone jack, so it's starting to look like that will probably be the case.

iPhone 7 screen

Hottest leaks:

• A sharper screen
• An edge-to-edge display

The iPhone 7 could be in for a big resolution jump if a DigiTimes source is to be believed, as Apple is apparently likely to move to glass-on-glass screens, which in turn opens up the possibility of a QHD or even a 4K display.

A lot of Android phones already have QHD screens, and the Sony Xperia Z5 Premium is 4K, so it's possible that Apple will pump up the resolution of its next flagship, but given that the iPhone 6S isn't even 1080p we're skeptical that it'll get anywhere near 4K.

If the iPhone 7 does get higher resolution it might get bigger too, especially as rival phones are growing in size all the time. We're not convinced though – we'd still bet on seeing 4.7-inch and 5.5-inch models.

Then there's the first image of the LCD backlight on the iPhone 7. It comes from trusted French blog NoWhereElse and shows the panel from the iPhone 7 up against the iPhone 6S.

All the connectors are in different locations around the phone, suggesting there will be a few design changes on the next iPhone.

A jump in resolution might not be the only way the iPhone 7 imitates Android though, as there's also talk that it could switch from an LCD display to an OLED panel, just like Samsung uses on most of its phones.

One new rumor suggests the iPhone 7S will be the first Apple phone to feature an OLED display. The rumor comes from Apple telling supply chain sources that it will be switching from LCD panels to OLED panels in the next couple of years.

Sadly it doesn't seem like the technology will be here in time for the iPhone 7 and we'll have to wait for the iPhone 7S. That said, analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has dismissed the rumor, arguing that Apple won't likely switch to AMOLED before 2019.

On the other hand it's now been reported by the Chinese Wall Street Journal that Apple has ordered 100 million 5.5-inch AMOLED panels for a 2017 iPhone. So all we can say with any certainty right now is that we won't see an AMOLED iPhone this year.

There's also talk of Apple taking a leaf out of Samsung's book and opting for a5.8-inch curved AMOLED display on a future iPhone, although this could be something for the iPhone 8 rather than the iPhone 7.

Hopes of an edge-to-edge display on the iPhone 7 have been raised slightly after an image appeared online claiming to show just that - although having seen hundreds of iPhone leaks over the years we think this offering looks rather fake.

The iPhone 7 screen could be hard to smash, as an Apple patent has been unearthed showing bumpers which burst out from the edges of the screen to ensure it doesn't touch the floor when dropped. Patents often don't turn into products, but you never know – and it would certainly be nice to see a stronger screen.

3D Touch is bound to make a return, though it's likely to be improved in some way, perhaps by enabling you to scroll through the previews of content you 'peek' into, rather than just having static previews.

iPhone 7 rivals

The iPhone 7 is still weeks away, but many of its main rivals have already launched. The biggest ones are the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge. Both of these phones have received five-star reviews on TechRadar - which we hadn't previously given out to a phone for two years - so Apple has some serious work to do.

• Check out our full reviews of the Samsung Galaxy S7 and Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge

The HTC 10 is a worthy alternative to Apple's handset too. Coming from HTC it's as stylish as you'd hope and the audio quality is a cut above.

There's also iPhone SE, which has arrived with a palm-friendly 4-inch size, 6S specs and an affordable price tag. For those looking for a phone which is manageable in one hand, this is the one you want.

Hottest leaks:

• A dual-lens snapper
• No more camera bump
• A larger battery

Apple overhauled its camera tech for the iPhone 6S, replacing its old 8MP snapper with a shiny new 12MP one and boosting the front-facing camera up to 5MP.

Given that Apple tends to stick with camera components for a long time we wouldn't expect to see a change in megapixels for the iPhone 7, but there's a good chance it will have performance tweaks and additional features to help set it apart. For one thing the standard iPhone 7 may get optical image stabilisation, as well as the larger iPhone 7 Plus.

A shot of the rear of the iPhone 7 from Nowhereelse.fr suggests the camera lens will be bigger and more recently the site has shown another image, which again shows off a larger lens. Not only that, but images that allegedly show machining plates used in the making of the iPhone 7 have been shared by HDBlog.it and also point to it having a larger sensor.

It doesn't seem to be a dual-camera lens (that's thought to be reserved for theiPhone 7 Plus), but it looks much larger so may mean some big improvements on the camera tech.

The benefit to the 4.7-inch iPhone 7 of not having a dual-camera system is that a smaller lens could remove the camera bump while still packing in plenty of tech.

As for the battery, it was one of the greatest failings of the iPhone 6S, so we're really hoping for some improvements here. Sadly, though, if the phone does slim down further as is being rumored there's not much hope of a big juice pack - or is there?

A recent leak suggests that Apple will increase the battery size in the iPhone 7 while still being able to reduce the thickness. If that's true, then great, but we're 

iPhone 7 OS and power

Hottest leaks:

• A hexa-core processor
• 3GB of RAM
• iOS 10

iPhone 7 is being groomed to launch alongside iOS 10, and it's a tremendous feature upgrade over iOS 9.3. It'll introduce a much smarter Siri that can command third-party apps, new Messaging functionality and an convenient Raise to Wake way of lighting up the phone.

It won't stop with a software upgrade under the hood. iPhone 7 could be in for a huge performance boost, with whispers on Weibo that the phone will pack a hexa-core Apple A10 chip.

That's a big leap from just a dual-core processor in the iPhone 6S. We're skeptical that Apple would go for that much of a jump, but it's an exciting thought.

Apple only just pushed the iPhone 6S up to 2GB, so we're not due to see more RAM in the iPhone 7. That hasn't stopped multiple rumors from indicating that the new phone will come with 3GB of RAM. It's said to be exclusive to the iPhone 7 Plus to account for its alleged dual-camera image processing.

3GB of RAM is big jump in a short amount of time, even for the 5.5-inch iPhone 7. The iPhone 6S and 6S Plus just got 2GB of RAM nine months ago, and the 1GB of RAM had been three generations strong in iPhone 6, iPhone 5S and iPhone 5. Then again, Android phones like the Asus Zenfone 3 and OnePlus 3 are launching with 6GB of RAM.