There's just a few days to go until Apple reveals the next chapter in the life of its iconic iPhone.
This latest device looks set to be revealed at a major event on September 12 with Apple unveiling its latest and greatest device at its new HQ in Cupertino.
Apple Park has just opened its doors and even includes a purpose built theatre named after the firm's founder, Steve Jobs.
It's here that Apple boss, Tim Cook, will give fans across the world their first look at the iPhone 8.
There's already been plenty of rumours and leaks about this latest device with it expected to include numerous new features such as a much faster processor and improved camera.
So, all signs point to an iPhone that will be in high demand but here's five features we think will make this latest Apple smartphone a must for all fans.
Apple iPhone 8 - Leaked photos, prototypes, concept images, and renders Sun, January 1, 2017 iPhone 8 is shaping up to be one of the most impressive Apple smartphones to date, with glass panels on the front and rear of the device, a curved borderless OLED display and no Home Button
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Apple iPhone 8 will debut a brand-new all-glass look, with a curved OLED display
NEW DESIGNApple's iPhone has long been famed for its iconic design.
Since the original device was unveiled 10 years ago by Apple co-founder, Steve Jobs, it's set the trend for the smartphones we all use today.
However, with the competition pushing the boundaries further each year, the iPhone has begun to look a little tired.
Luckily, there's been plenty of rumours and leaks which suggests the new iPhone 8 is going to get its most radical facelift in years.
It's thought Apple is likely to include an edge-to-edge display which will cover the entire front of the device.
This will mean users get more screen space on a device that's physically smaller in their pocket.
A glass and metal look could improve its appeal even further and new colours are also expected to be unveiled during this week's event.
It's one problem most smartphone users are still faced with on an almost daily basis.
Battery life continues to be an issue for owners and a headache for manufacturers who are restricted by current technology.
Although its unlikely the new iPhone 8 will last for weeks on a single charge, it could get a boost via Apple's latest processor.
The A11 chip, which is thought be tucked under the hood of the iPhone 8, could improve battery performance giving owners a few extra hours of life before needing to head towards a plug.
Something that could also help iPhone owners to keep their devices packed with power is the possible inclusion of wireless charging.
It's currently unclear how Apple will tackle this wire-free technology but a charging station that comes in the box as standard would certainly put it one step ahead of its rivals.
Rumours are rife that the famous home button, that sits neatly at the bottom of the iPhone's display, is heading for the history books.
With Apple looking likely to feature an edge-to-edge display on the iPhone 8, there's unlikely to be any space for this vital feature.
It's currently unclear how Apple will combat the loss of the home button with some reports suggesting it will be placed under the display.
Other experts are speculating that the iPhone 8 won't have a home button at all with iris/facial recognition being used to unlock the device instead.
Samsung has already faced the issue of losing the physical button on the front of the device and its alternatives are a way off being perfect.
The Korean tech company has opted for a rear mounted scanner which is nowhere near as easy to use and its facial technology can be frustratingly hit and miss.
We hope Apple has come up with the perfect solution as many fans will surely miss the simplicity of the humble home button.
When Apple revealed its iPhone 7 and 7 Plus it finally boosted the basic memory from 16GB to 32GB and also gave fans the option to buy a 256GB model.
These upgrades were certainly a huge improvement but, with many flagships now offering 64GB of expandable memory as standard, it would be good to see Apple follow with a more memory-packed entry-level iPhone.
AN ALWAYS-ON DISPLAYAn always-on display is something we've been wanting for a while but, so far, Apple hasn't followed LG or Samsung by including this technology.
Having used devices that feature an always-on screen it's certainly a feature that improves the user experience especially when the phone is sitting idlly on your desk.
If Apple was to finally include always-on technology it would mean time, date and notifications could all be visible on the screen at all times.
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