The upcoming Apple event on September 9 is expected to lean hard into hardware. While software changes will be minimal, the spotlight is set to shine on the iPhone 17 lineup and refreshed Apple Watch models, laying the groundwork for more ambitious updates down the road.
Apple event will showcase the full iPhone 17 lineup
This year’s Apple event is kicking off a new three-year plan for the iPhone, starting with a broader and bolder iPhone 17 family. Apple will reveal four new models: the standard iPhone 17 with a slightly larger screen, a slimmed-down iPhone 17 Air, and high-end Pro and Pro Max variants that feature redesigned backs and more premium finishes.
It’s not a reinvention, yet. But it sets the stage. In 2026, Apple plans to release a foldable model, followed by a fully curved iPhone 20 in 2027. What’s happening now is a quiet pivot toward that future.
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Apple event brings upgrades to Apple Watch lineup
Apple’s wearables aren’t sitting still either. Three new watches will be introduced during the Apple event, each with distinct hardware improvements:
- Apple Watch Ultra 3: Slightly larger display
- Apple Watch Series 11: Brighter, more visible screen
- Apple Watch SE: Faster chip, updated display tech
None of these are earth-shattering, but together, they point to a polished evolution of the Apple Watch line.
AirPods Pro get smarter, not louder
The AirPods Pro 3 will launch with smaller charging cases and a more seamless pairing setup. A new translation feature, powered by on-device AI, will let users understand conversations in real-time no manual app switching needed.
What this Apple event really signals
Under the surface, this Apple event isn’t about shocking reveals. It’s about reasserting Apple’s grip before the next leap. A foldable phone. A glass-wrapped future. You don’t get there overnight. But you start here.
And when Apple lays tracks, the industry tends to follow.
