Apple Announces ‘Speed’ Event Next Week, New iPhones Expected

The Apple Inc logo is seen hanging at the entrance to the Apple store on 5th Avenue in Manhattan, New York City, on Oct. 16, 2019. Mike Segar/Reuters

Apple Inc said on Tuesday it would hold a special event on Oct. 13, which most analysts believe will be used to unveil new iPhones with 5G capabilities.

Apple hinted at new, faster networking capabilities in the invitation for the event, which read: “Hi, Speed.”