Apple Event 2026: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Duo, Apple Watch Series 12, and AirPods 5
Apple’s “Surprise and Shine” event introduced iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, iPhone Duo, AirPods 5, Apple Watch Series 12, and Apple Watch Ultra 4. It also confirmed that iOS 27 will launch on September 14.
iPhone
iPhone 18 Pro
Apple’s 6.3-inch iPhone 18 Pro and 6.9-inch iPhone 18 Pro Max feature aluminum unibody designs, Ceramic Shield protection on the front and back, and ProMotion displays with refresh rates up to 120Hz.
The phones run on the vapor-cooled A20 Pro chip and a Dual 16-core Neural Engine. Apple says graphics performance is up to 40% faster than the iPhone 17 Pro. The redesigned camera system includes three 48 MP rear cameras and up to 8x optical-quality zoom.
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max — Features and Specs
- 6.3-inch iPhone 18 Pro and 6.9-inch iPhone 18 Pro Max
- A20 Pro chip with next-generation vapor chamber
- Dual 16-core Neural Engine
- Three 48 MP rear cameras
- 48 MP Fusion Main camera with variable aperture from ƒ/1.48 to ƒ/4.0
- Up to 8x optical-quality zoom
- 18 MP Center Stage front camera
- Redesigned Dynamic Island supporting up to three Live Activities
- Up to 45 hours of video playback on iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Up to 50 percent charge in around 15 minutes with a compatible power adapter
- Colors: Black, Silver, Glacier, and Burgundy
- iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199
- iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299
- Pre-orders begin September 12 at 5 a.m. PT; availability begins September 18
iPhone Duo
Apple also introduced iPhone Duo, its first foldable iPhone. The book-style device has a large inner display, supports Apple Pencil, and runs on the A20 Pro chip.
iPhone Duo will be available in White and Dark Blue. Apple has indicated a starting price of about $2,000 and an October release window. Full official specifications are still pending.
iPhone Duo — Confirmed Details
- Apple’s first foldable iPhone
- Book-style folding design
- Large inner display
- Apple Pencil support
- A20 Pro chip
- Colors: White and Dark Blue
- Expected from October, starting at about $2,000
Apple Watch
Apple Watch Series 12
Apple Watch Series 12 introduces a new processor, redesigned sensors, more frequent heart-rate monitoring, and the new Readiness app for daily recovery insights. It also adds Health Age, which combines health, sleep, and movement data into a personal wellness metric.
Apple Watch Series 12 starts at $399 in the United States. Pre-orders are open, with availability beginning September 18.
Apple Watch Series 12 — Features and Specs
- New processor
- Redesigned sensors and more frequent heart-rate monitoring
- Readiness app for recovery insights
- Health Age wellness metric
- Sound Awareness alerts for selected environmental sounds
- Ceramic case option
- Starts at $399; available September 18
Apple Watch Ultra 4
Apple Watch Ultra 4 adds a new processor, continuous low-power heart-rate sensing, Readiness, and more detailed strength-training tracking. Apple also says the new model delivers longer battery life.
Apple Watch Ultra 4 starts at $799 in the United States, with availability beginning September 18.
Apple Watch Ultra 4 — Features and Specs
- New processor
- Continuous low-power heart-rate sensing
- Readiness app
- Expanded strength-training data
- Longer battery life
- Starts at $799; available September 18
AirPods 5
Apple introduced AirPods 5 in two versions, both with Active Noise Cancellation. The model with a Wireless Charging Case also offers longer battery life and stem-based volume control.
AirPods 5 — Features and Specs
- Two versions, both with Active Noise Cancellation
- Apple says noise cancellation removes up to 50 percent more noise than AirPods 4 with ANC
- Up to five hours of listening with ANC enabled
- Up to 22 hours of total battery life with the charging case
- AirPods 5: $129
- AirPods 5 with Wireless Charging Case: $149
- Available September 18