Apple confirms ‘Surprise and Shine’ event for September 9:It’s that time of the year as tech giant expected to launch foldable iPhone and iPhone 18 series

Apple is ready to begin a new chapter with its biggest product event of the year. The company has confirmed that its ‘Surprise and Shine’ event will take place on September 9, where it is expected to unveil its next-generation iPhones, new Apple Watch models and possibly its much-awaited foldable iPhone. The event will be held at the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park in Cupertino. While Apple has not revealed the complete list of products it plans to announce, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to be the main attractions. The event will also come just days after John Ternus takes over as Apple CEO, making this launch particularly important for the company. Apple ‘Surprise and Shine’ event date and time Apple’s September event will begin at 10 a.m. Pacific Time (10:30 PM IST)on September 9. For viewers in India, the event will start at 10:30 p.m. IST. Apple is expected to livestream the event through its official website, YouTube channel and Apple TV app. iPhone 18 Pro series could be the biggest launch The iPhone 18 Pro lineup is expected to bring several changes compared with the current generation. Apple has not confirmed the specifications yet, but reports and leaks suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max could receive major upgrades. The new Pro models are expected to feature a more powerful A20 Pro chip, improved battery performance and upgraded cameras. Apple could also make the Dynamic Island smaller, giving the display a cleaner look. Another reported camera upgrade could be a variable-aperture main camera on the iPhone 18 Pro Max. This could give users greater control over how much light enters the camera. Foldable iPhone could also make an appearance One of the biggest surprises could be Apple’s first foldable iPhone. Apple has been linked to a foldable smartphone for years, but the company has not officially confirmed its launch. If the device appears at the September event, it could become one of Apple’s biggest product announcements in years. However, there is still no confirmation that the foldable iPhone will be unveiled on September 9. New Apple Watch models are also expected The iPhone may not be the only major announcement. Apple is also expected to introduce new Apple Watch models, with the Apple Watch Series 12 likely to be among them. The company could also announce new accessories or other products during the event. However, details about these products remain limited at the moment. Event comes just days after John Ternus becomes Apple CEO This year’s event is also significant because it comes shortly after a major change in Apple’s leadership. John Ternus, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, is set to become the company’s new CEO on September 1, replacing Tim Cook. Cook, however, will not completely leave Apple. He will take on the role of Executive Chairman, where he is expected to continue working on the company’s global strategy and government relations. With a new CEO taking charge and a new generation of products expected to arrive, Apple’s September 9 event could mark the beginning of a new era for the company.