Apple has unveiled the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and iPhone Duo at the Apple Event 2026 held on Wednesday, 9 September. The launch marks Apple's latest iPhone lineup and introduces the company's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo.
The Apple Event 2026 keynote began at 10.30pm IST for viewers in India and was streamed online. Along with the new iPhones, Apple revealed details about their storage options, colours, prices and availability in India.
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will be available in 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB storage capacities. Both models come in burgundy, glacier, silver and black. The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs. 1,64,900, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at Rs. 1,79,900.
Apple's first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, starts at Rs. 2,99,900 for the 256GB model. Pre-orders for the iPhone Duo will begin in India and more than 70 other countries on 16 October, with sales starting on 23 October.
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11.51 PM: iPhone Duo pricing and availability
Apple has priced the iPhone Duo at $1,999, with pre-orders opening on September 12. The foldable will go on sale on October 23.
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11.49 PM: Apple wraps up the iPhone Duo reveal
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Apple has completed its overview of the iPhone Duo, highlighting its foldable design, large inner display, redesigned iOS 27 experience and A20 Pro chip.
The device also brings a Pro camera system, new multitasking features and hardware designed to improve durability, thermal performance and the overall foldable display experience.
11.46 PM: iPhone Duo gets a Pro camera system
Apple has brought its Pro camera system to the iPhone Duo, with upgrades focused on photography and video. The foldable gets a 48MP Fusion main camera alongside additional cameras for wider and telephoto shots.
The system supports features including Night mode, Pro controls and advanced video recording, while the larger display gives users more space to frame and review shots.
11.43 PM: Apple details the hardware behind iPhone Duo
Apple says the iPhone Duo uses a custom nano-texture finish to cut glare and reflections while making the display crease less noticeable. Its multi-layer screen combines a stiff polymer cover, scratch-resistant coating, protective glass and a titanium plate. Viscoelastic adhesives allow the layers to move during folding without affecting the display.
The hinge contains more than 100 precision components. Apple says AI-assisted manufacturing and laser scanning help align the two displays and minimise surface waviness.
The iPhone Duo is powered by the A20 Pro, which runs both displays simultaneously and blends the under-display camera area for a consistent look. A direct die-to-thermal design and vapor chamber help maintain performance, with Apple claiming up to 35% higher sustained performance than the iPhone 17 Pro.
The foldable also uses Apple's C2 cellular modem, which combines the baseband, transceivers, power management, firmware and software into a single platform.
11.38 PM: iPhone Duo brings new multitasking features
The iPhone Duo's larger display supports two apps side by side, two windows of the same app such as Safari, and app pairs for quick access. Users can also pin video at the top while using another app below.
The foldable works in different orientations and partially folded positions, with iOS adapting the interface and moving content away from the hinge. Speakers adjust to different positions, while StandBy now works without charging, turning the iPhone Duo into a bedside display with widgets, weather, calendar and music.
New APIs let developers optimise apps for the larger screen, including Zoom for expanded video calls, Slack for a wider workspace and Netflix for larger viewing.
11.30 PM: Apple reworks the hinge, display and iOS 27 for the foldable
Apple says the iPhone Duo uses the same aspect ratio across both displays, with an under-display FaceTime camera and a variable-torque hinge that keeps the inner screen flat when opened. Unfolded, it is the thinnest iPhone yet, with a titanium frame and components packed into the camera plateau to make room for a larger battery.
iOS 27 has been redesigned for the foldable, moving controls to the side, switching the Home Screen dock to a vertical layout and adapting apps across both displays. The larger inner screen can show two Home Screen pages at once and more content in Mail and Messages.
11.23 PM: iPhone Duo pairs a thin titanium design with software built for two displays
Apple says the iPhone Duo uses a consistent aspect ratio across its inner and outer displays, with a FaceTime camera beneath the screen. Its variable-torque hinge keeps the inner display flat when open and uses magnets for a secure closure.
Unfolded, it is Apple's thinnest iPhone yet, with key components packed into the camera plateau to make room for a larger battery. The frame uses aerospace-grade titanium with a polished mirror finish.
iOS 27 has been redesigned for the foldable, moving controls to the side and placing the Home Screen dock vertically and the status bar in the corner. Apps and content scale smoothly between displays, while users can view two Home Screen pages at once and see more information in Mail and Messages.
11.20 PM: Apple turns to its foldable iPhone
Apple CEO John Ternus has introduced the company's long-awaited foldable iPhone, saying Apple focused on creating a larger display experience that feels as natural and intuitive as an iPad. He said the device combines a new design with what Apple describes as breakthrough engineering.
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11.13 PM: New AI features arrive on Apple Watch
Apple is bringing new AI-powered audio features to the Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4.
Sound Recognition can identify sounds such as sirens, alarms, doorbells and a crying baby using on-device AI, even without an iPhone nearby. A new Live Rewind feature can transcribe the previous 15 seconds of a conversation.
Siri Recap can also use ambient listening to generate summaries and key points from conversations. Apple says users can control when notes are taken, while raw audio is not recorded or stored.
11.10 PM: Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 arrive
Apple has introduced the Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 with a new Health Sensor system featuring upgraded ECG and optical sensing.
The redesigned sensor array has a larger electrode surface, ring-shaped photodiodes and larger green LEDs, which Apple says enable more accurate health readings.
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11.07 PM: AirPods 5 overview
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11.05 PM: Apple announces AirPods 5
Apple has unveiled the AirPods 5 with an open-ear design and redesigned acoustic architecture. They feature Adaptive EQ and personalised Spatial Audio for a more immersive listening experience.
Apple says Active Noise Cancellation delivers 50% more noise reduction than the previous generation. ANC, Transparency Mode and Adaptive Audio adjust automatically based on surrounding sounds, while Live Translation and other intelligent features can be used hands-free.
11.03 PM: Apple introduces Reference Image
Apple has introduced Reference Image, a new feature that helps verify the authenticity of photos captured on the iPhone 18 Pro. It uses sensor data recorded when the photo is taken to create an unalterable reference, allowing users to check the original capture even after the image has been edited.
Apple also says photos captured on the iPhone 18 Pro will support Google's SynthID technology.
11.01 PM: iPhone 18 Pro adds new video tools
Apple is adding new camera features aimed at giving users more control over their videos. Cinematic mode effects can now be added after recording and support 60fps.
Time-lapse recording gets 4K Dolby Vision HDR, while Audio Mix has been updated to improve voice recordings and now works with music. Apple is also introducing Pro Controls for more control over photo and video capture.
10.59 PM: iPhone 18 Pro gets a 48MP Fusion camera
Apple has introduced a new 48MP Fusion main camera with a variable aperture on the iPhone 18 Pro. The system uses six laser-cut blades to control light intake and depth of field, automatically adjusting the aperture based on the scene.
In low-light conditions, the aperture can open wider to let in around 50% more light. Apple says the upgrade also improves Night mode and astrophotography.
10.56 PM: iPhone 18 Pro gets a battery boost
The iPhone 18 Pro delivers the same all-day battery life in a smaller size as the iPhone 17 Pro Max.
The iPhone 18 Pro Max gets the biggest battery-life increase ever on an iPhone.
eSIM-only models offer up to 36 hours of video playback on the iPhone 18 Pro and 45 hours on the Pro Max.
Apple says its battery-use estimates are based on real-world activities, including photography and AI tasks.
The iPhone 18 Pro offers up to 24 hours of usage per charge, while the Pro Max offers up to 30 hours.
Wired charging can reach 50% in around 15 minutes.
10.51 PM: A20 Pro chip powers iPhone 18 Pro
Apple has introduced the A20 Pro chip for the iPhone 18 Pro, designed to handle the higher computing demands of Apple Intelligence and AI-powered Siri.
Built on a new 2nm process with more densely packed transistors.
Six-core CPU with two super cores that are up to 20% faster, alongside four efficiency cores.
Seven-core GPU delivers up to 40% higher graphics performance.
New neural accelerators offer 2x faster 8-bit floating-point calculations for on-device AI.
A20 Pro adds a second Neural Engine, taking the total to 32 cores.
Memory bandwidth has increased by 50%, giving the iPhone its widest memory interface yet.
10.47 PM: Apple Intelligence gets more features on iPhone 18 Pro
Apple is expanding Apple Intelligence with new features across Safari, Shortcuts and Photos. It can monitor web pages in Safari, create personalised automations and provide relevant information during business calls.
The update also brings new visual AI tools, including an upgraded Image Playground, an improved Clean Up tool, Extend for expanding images and spatial reframing to adjust the perspective and composition of photos after they are taken.
10.45 PM: Siri AI comes to iPhone 18 Pro
Apple has upgraded Siri on the iPhone 18 Pro with a more powerful on-device Foundation Model, while Private Cloud Compute provides access to larger models when needed. The new Siri can understand what users see on their screens and take actions across apps, including third-party services.
Apple says Siri can now work with more than 300,000 apps and processes over 2.5 billion requests every day.
10.43 PM: iPhone 18 Pro gets three finishes
Apple has unveiled three finish options for the iPhone 18 Pro: Deep Black, Glacier and the new Burgundy. The Pro models feature colour-matched aluminium and back glass for a more unified look.
10.40 PM: Apple kicks off its latest keynote
Apple has started its September keynote with a montage showcasing different ways of opening a shot, setting the tone for the event ahead of the iPhone 18 series launch.
10.35 PM: New Apple CEO John Ternus takes the stage
Apple's new CEO John Ternus has taken the stage to open the event, marking his first major Apple keynote as CEO.
10.29 PM: Ex-Apple CEO Tim Cook enters the event
Ex-Apple CEO Tim Cook, who led Apple from 2011 to September 2026, has entered the event. He now serves as Apple’s executive chairman.
Apple Event 2026: When And Where To Watch Live In India
The Apple Event is scheduled for 9 September at 10.30pm IST.
The keynote will take place at the Steve Jobs Theatre at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. Apple is calling the event "Surprise and shine".
Indian viewers can watch the event live through Apple's official website and the Apple TV app. Apple has also confirmed that the event will be streamed on YouTube Live.
Watch Apple Event 2026 Live
The livestream is expected to begin at 10.30pm IST on 9 September.
What Is Apple Expected To Launch?
Apple has not officially revealed the complete product lineup for the event.
However, current reporting points to a major iPhone launch, with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max expected to be among the new models.
Apple is also widely expected to unveil its first foldable iPhone. Reuters reported ahead of the event that Apple was expected to introduce its latest iPhone range and potentially its first foldable model.
The foldable iPhone is likely to be one of the biggest talking points of the event, as Apple enters a market already led by established foldable-phone makers.
Will Apple Launch The iPhone 18 Pro And iPhone 18 Pro Max?
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are widely expected to be part of Apple's September launch.
However, Apple has not officially confirmed the names, specifications, prices or availability of these models ahead of the keynote.
Those details will become clearer when Apple takes the stage.
Will Apple Launch A Foldable iPhone?
A foldable iPhone is one of the most anticipated potential announcements of the event.
Reuters has reported that Apple is expected to potentially unveil its first foldable iPhone alongside its new iPhone range. Bloomberg has also reported on Apple's plans for a foldable iPhone launch at the September event.
The device is expected to be positioned as a premium addition to the iPhone family, although Apple has not yet officially disclosed its design, specifications, price or final name.
Will The Foldable iPhone Be Called iPhone Ultra?
This is where the distinction between confirmed information and reports is important.
"iPhone Ultra" is a reported name for Apple's foldable device, not a name confirmed by Apple. Other reports and discussions have referred to the device as the "iPhone Fold".
Apple's official event announcement does not mention either name.
Therefore, the foldable should be referred to as the foldable iPhone until Apple officially announces its commercial name.
TL;DR | News At A Glance
When is the Apple Event 2026 in India?
The event begins at 10.30pm IST on 9 September.
Where can you watch the Apple Event live?
Apple says the event can be watched on apple.com, the Apple TV app and YouTube Live.
Will Apple launch the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max?
The two models are widely expected to be unveiled, but Apple has not officially confirmed the lineup ahead of the event.
Is Apple launching a foldable iPhone?
Reports indicate that Apple's first foldable iPhone could be unveiled at the event, although Apple has not officially confirmed it.
Will it be called the iPhone Ultra?
"iPhone Ultra" is a reported name. Apple has not confirmed the name.
Apple Event 2026 Marks A New Era Under John Ternus
The September launch is significant for another reason. It is taking place shortly after John Ternus became Apple's CEO on 1 September 2026.
Ternus previously served as Apple's Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering. He succeeded Tim Cook, who moved into the role of executive chairman.
Reuters described the September launch as the first major product event of the Ternus era.
That makes the keynote an important moment not only for Apple's product strategy but also for its leadership transition.
What Else Could Apple Announce?
The iPhone is expected to dominate the keynote, but Apple could also announce updates to other products.
Reports have pointed to potential new Apple Watch models and other hardware. However, Apple has not confirmed the complete list of products that will appear at the event.
Any additional product announcements should therefore be treated as expectations until they are made official.
Apple Event 2026: Key Details For Indian Viewers
Date: Wednesday, 9 September 2026
Time: 10.30pm IST
Venue: Steve Jobs Theatre, Apple Park, Cupertino
Tagline: "Surprise and shine"
Watch: Apple website, Apple TV app and YouTube Live
The biggest questions will be answered when Apple takes the stage: what the iPhone 18 Pro models will offer, whether the long-awaited foldable iPhone finally arrives and, if it does, what Apple decides to call it.
For viewers in India, the livestream begins at 10.30pm IST on 9 September.
