Apple held its first fall event under newly appointed CEO John Ternus on Wednesday, unveiling its latest iPhones, Apple Watches, and more. The star of the show was the tech giant's highly anticipated first foldable phone, the iPhone Duo, alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup, new AirPods, and other updates. Here's a comprehensive roundup of everything announced at the 'Surprise and Sunshine' event.
iPhone Duo: Apple's First Foldable
Apple's entry into the foldable market, the iPhone Duo, features a 7.6-inch Retina display when unfolded and a 5.4-inch outer display. The company describes the device as 'Inspired by the versatility of iPad,' and it includes an under-display camera on the inner screen for an uninterrupted, all-screen experience.
Battery life is a highlight: the iPhone Duo offers up to 31 hours of video playback on the inner display and up to 44 hours on the outer. The camera system includes a 48-megapixel fusion main camera and a 48-megapixel ultrawide lens with 2x optical zoom. Like other foldables, it allows users to take rear-camera selfies and preview them on the outer display.
The hinge, built from Grade 5 aluminum, consists of over 100 specially engineered components to ensure smooth and durable opening and closing. The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 with 256GB of storage and is available in two colors. Pre-orders open October 16, with in-store availability beginning October 23.
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max
In addition to the foldable, Apple introduced the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, featuring significant camera upgrades and enhanced performance. (For full details, see our dedicated coverage of the iPhone 18 Pro launch.)
Apple Watch: Always-Listening Audio
A new Apple Watch model was announced, featuring an always-listening audio capability that allows users to interact with Siri more seamlessly and receive real-time audio feedback without raising their wrist. This innovation is part of Apple's broader push toward ambient computing in wearables.
AirPods 5: Improved Active Noise Cancellation
Apple also unveiled AirPods 5, which boast upgraded active noise cancellation (ANC) for better sound isolation in noisy environments. The new earbuds are expected to set a new standard for wireless audio quality.
Other Announcements
The event also teased upcoming software updates and integrations, with a focus on AI-driven features across devices. CEO John Ternus emphasized Apple's commitment to 'seamless, intelligent,' and 'privacy-first' technology in his keynote remarks.
For a deeper dive into each product, you can read our individual articles:
- Apple Unveils Its First Foldable: The iPhone Duo
- Apple Launches iPhone 18 Pro with Upgraded Camera
- Apple Shows Off AirPods 5 with Improved Active Noise Cancellation
This article was originally published on September 9, 2026, and has been updated for clarity and comprehensiveness.
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