Apple has confirmed that it will hold a special event on September 9 to debut the much-awaited iPhone 16 series. The event, branded with the tagline “It’s Glowtime,” is scheduled for September 9 at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park, starting at 10 AM PT / 1 PM ET / 10:30 PM IST.
Apple iPhone 16 Series and More: What to Expect
- iPhone 16 Lineup: The upcoming iPhone 16 series is likely to feature four models: the standard iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, and the higher-end iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. A significant highlight is the rumored introduction of Apple Intelligence, expected to arrive through a software update post-launch.
- Capture Button: Another intriguing addition could be a new physical Capture button, allowing users to quickly capture photos or videos. This button is speculated to support force-sensitive half-press functions, enabling features such as exposure locking, focus adjustment, and zoom control.
- Special Editions of Apple Watch and AirPods: Alongside the iPhone 16, Apple is anticipated to reveal new Apple Watch models, including the Watch Series 10, Watch Ultra 3, and a budget-friendly Watch SE. Additionally, rumors suggest the debut of the second-generation AirPods Max and two new AirPods models.
- Software Updates: The event is also expected to announce the official release dates for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11, and other major Apple operating systems.