Apple will hold its “Surprise and Shine” hardware event on Wednesday, September 9, at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park, Cupertino, California. The keynote will begin at 10am PT, or 10:30pm IST. The company may unveil the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, its first foldable iPhone, Apple Watch Series 12 and AirPods 5.
Users will be able to watch the event live on Apple’s official website, the company’s YouTube channel and through the Apple TV app. Reports suggest that Apple may return to a fully in-person event format this time.
Apple is expected to introduce the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max at the event. According to reports, both models may retain the design language of the current Pro series. The devices are expected to feature 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch displays, respectively.
Leaks have suggested that Apple could reduce the size of the Dynamic Island and introduce LTPO+ displays on the Pro models. The main camera on the iPhone 18 Pro Max may also feature a variable aperture, which could provide greater control over light and depth of field during photography.
Both smartphones are expected to use the Apple A20 chip manufactured using TSMC’s 2nm process. Reported colour options include light blue, dark grey, silver and either a deep red or dark cherry finish.
Apple’s first foldable iPhone has attracted significant attention ahead of the event. Leaks have suggested that the device could be called the iPhone Ultra. It may feature a book-style foldable design, with an approximately 5.5-inch outer display and a 7.8-inch inner screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio.
The device is reportedly expected to measure approximately 4.5mm in thickness when unfolded. It may feature a titanium and aluminium frame, a durable hinge and a crease that is minimally visible.
The slim design could result in two rear cameras instead of three, while Touch ID may replace Face ID. Its starting price could be $2,000, or more than approximately ₹1.9 lakh. However, none of these details has been officially confirmed.
The Apple Watch Series 12 is expected to receive internal upgrades rather than a major redesign. According to reports, it may feature a new S-series chip and improved battery life. Apple may also bring back a ceramic case option alongside new health and fitness features.
The company may also introduce AirPods 5 at the event. Reports suggest that the lineup could include two variants, with one supporting Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and the other without ANC.
AirPods 5 are not expected to include a camera. Camera-equipped AirPods have reportedly been delayed until 2027. Apple is also working on health features such as temperature sensing, but their inclusion in AirPods 5 has not been confirmed.
