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This week on AI: 'iPhone 8' & Apple Watch details leak in iOS 11 GM, Apple may buy Bond, new Beats & more

On the eve of Apple's Sept. 12 iPhone event, last-minute rumors and an iOS 11 GM leak hinted at "iPhone 8" details, as well as the device's troubled history. In a pair of separate surprises, the company also launched new high-end Beats headphones, and was rumored to be pursuing rights to the James Bond franchise.

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Everything you need to know:

  • Leaked iOS 11 GM revealed details of "iPhone 8" and a new AirPods revamp > >
  • As well as confirmation of an LTE Apple Watch > >
  • The "iPhone 8" may go on sale Sept. 15, but not ship until October > >
  • Prices could range from $999 to $1,199 > >
  • Apple may have been forced to abandon Touch ID at the last minute > >
  • If the company wants to buy Bond, it could cost billions > >
  • Speaking of bonds, Apple issued a $5 billion bond sale > >
  • The W1-equipped Beats Studio3 Wireless ships in October, for $350 > >
  • Apple has picked up four more TV executives to tackle original video > >

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