Apple has officially confirmed that it will hold its “Glowtime” special launch event on Monday, September 9, which will begin at 10 am PT or 10:30 pm IST. As we all know the flagship announcement will be the iPhone 16 series, but we are also expecting some other Apple devices such as new Apple Watch hardware, new AirPods, and more. The official invite comes with the tagline “It’s Glowtime,” with a multi-colored logo below it that could reference Apple Intelligence Or a redesigned Siri. Here's everything you can expect from Apple's Glowtime event.
iPhone 16 and 16 Plus
Every year, the iPhone is the star of Apple's September launch event, and this time, it's the iPhone 16 series. As usual, the new iPhone 16 lineup will have four models—the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. The vanilla iPhone 16 model is expected to ditch the diagonal camera bump and introduce a vertically aligned rear camera, which we last saw on the iPhone 12. This year, the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus will come with several notable upgrades over their predecessors. The new models will be powered by the new A18 chipset paired with 8GB of RAM (up from 6GB) for faster performance. The non-Pro models will come in the same 6.1-inch and 6.7-inch versions.
With the iPhone 16 series, Apple will finally abandon the classic mute switch and introduce a new mute switch. Programmable action buttons which we saw on the iPhone 15 Pro models last year. On the right side (below the power button), there will be a New capture button With dedicated camera features. It will let you quickly open the camera app, zoom in/out, adjust focus, and perform other essential tasks while shooting videos in landscape mode. This year, the iPhone 16 may be available in five new colors, including black, white, blue, green, and pink. View All iPhone 16 colors Here.
iPhone 16 Pro and 16 Pro Max
The finest and most expensive jewel in Apple's crown will be the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max. One of the most notable changes in the Pro models will be the bigger screen. The iPhone 16 Pro will feature a bigger 6.3-inch display, while the iPhone 16 Pro Max will be the biggest iPhone ever with a bigger 6.9-inch screen. While the primary 48MP camera will remain the same, the ultra-wide lens is expected to get a notable upgrade to 48MP. That's not all. In 2024, the 5X telephoto lens will not be limited to the Pro Max models only. Instead of the 3x telephoto lens found on the iPhone 15 Pro, the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro will feature a 5x telephoto lens just like the Pro Max models. So, we will get to see some great things Camera upgrades on the iPhone 16 Pro models.
The high-end iPhones will also feature a capture button designed to please photography enthusiasts. We are also expecting other improvements such as a highly capable A18 Pro chipset, bigger battery, improved thermal design, Wi-Fi 7 support and more. Don't forget that all models of the iPhone 16 series will support Apple Intelligence Features.
Apple Watch Series 10
Apart from the new iPhones, if there is one confirmed Apple product launch at the September event, it is the Apple Watch. This year, the Cupertino tech giant is expected to launch a thinner and a larger version of the Apple Watch. The upcoming Apple Watch Series 10 is likely to have 45mm and 49mm casing options, with the larger option matching the size of the Apple Watch Ultra. Also, we can expect to see several new health features including sleep apnea detection. For more details, check here All the rumors and expectations about the Apple Watch Series 10.
Apple Watch SE 3
Apple will also refresh its most affordable smartwatch lineup during its iPhone event. According to recent reports, the Apple Watch SE 3 could get several important reports, such as larger 41mm and 45mm case sizes, matching the Apple Watch Series 9 sizes. Mark Gurman suggests that Apple will switch to a plastic shell to reduce the production cost of the Apple Watch SE 3 and keep the retail price around $200. This physical change and lower cost could attract parents looking to buy one Apple watch for kids. If this turns out to be true, it would be great to see Apple introducing a modern smartwatch that strikes the perfect balance between features and affordability.
AirPods 4
The upcoming AirPods lineup arriving in September or October is expected to be Apple's biggest launch ever. Mark Gurman Some light has already been shed on Apple's plans to discontinue the AirPods 2 and AirPods this year and replace them with new ones Two different models of AirPods 4. This will mark the introduction of a new two-tier AirPods lineup for the standard, non-Pro models. The new AirPods 4 models will feature an updated design that combines the AirPods 3 and AirPods Pro, including a shorter stem, improved sound quality, better fit, and a USB-C charging case. However, none of the AirPods 4 models will Replaceable silicone tips.
There will be a lower-end and a high-end model of the AirPods 4. The “high-end” option could borrow some of the 'pro-ness' from the AirPods Pro, including noise cancelling and built-in speakers in the charging case so you can easily charge your phone without having to worry about charging. Find lost AirPods Or Charging case. The current AirPods 2 and AirPods have the H1 chip, and the upcoming AirPods 4 model is likely to get the H2 chip from the AirPods Pro second-generation. The upgraded chip will include several improvements such as faster and more reliable Bluetooth connections and better power efficiency.
AirPods Max 2
Released in December 2020, the AirPods Max are the oldest AirPods model that Apple currently sells. New AirPods Max 2 With Apple's new AirPods 2 in the pipeline, the giant company may demand a release in “late 2024” for it. So, we may see the second-generation AirPods Max alongside the AirPods 4 model in October. However, there is still a small chance that we will get to see the new AirPods Max at the iPhone 16 event. One of the biggest and most expected design changes on the upcoming AirPods Max 2 will be the replacement of the Lightning port USB-C standard. The Cupertino technology giant will have to make the transition to USB-C to comply with EU laws. Mark Gurman reports He added that the next-generation AirPods Max 2 will come in new colour options, though he did not reveal the exact colours.
The AirPods Max 2 is expected to feature Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity which is already present in the AirPods Pro 2, iPhone 15 series, and the latest Apple Watch models. Although there are not many rumors about it, there is every reason for fans to expect the new H2 chip in the AirPods Max 2. After all, the AirPods Max 2 will come almost four years after the original model, so they should make some dramatic changes to excite their fans.
New Apple Watch bands and iPhone cases
At its iPhone event in September, Apple usually launches new Apple Watch bands and iPhone cases in several new colours. Sometimes, these new accessories become available on Apple's online store just minutes after the event ends. This year, Apple is speculated to launch the Apple Watch Series 10 in two casing sizes – 45mm and 49mm. Since the 49mm Apple Watch Ultra is compatible with the 45mm Apple Watch Series 9 band, there is a possibility that the new Apple Watch bands could be compatible with the Apple Watch Series 10 and Apple Watch Ultra for the first time.
iOS 18 and above
Last but not least, Apple's iPhone 16 event will also include information about the release date of Apple's new operating system. So, we'll finally see iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia, watchOS 11and tvOS 18. Sometimes, new software updates are released within a few days of the event.
According to several rumors, Apple will also release macOS Sequoia along with iOS 18 in September. So far, the giant company usually avoids releasing its new versions. macOS versions By October or November.
Apple Intelligence Release Date
At the event, Apple is also expected to reveal the Apple Intelligence release date. According to rumors, all iPhone 16 models will support AI features. However, Apple Intelligence will not be available out of the box on the latest iPhones. Apple will likely launch Apple Intelligence with the x.1 update in October.
What not to expect from the iPhone 16 event
The upcoming Apple iPhone 16 launch will certainly be a star-studded event, but there are some products we probably won't see during the presentation. While some Macs are due to be updated, we won't be seeing them at Apple's September event. The chances of any MacBook Pro, Mac mini or iMac making an appearance are very low. We can expect Apple to launch these products at another event in autumn this year. There are also some other products that were rumoured to debut at the Glowtime event, however, the latest reports have indicated that this won't happen.
iPad Mini 7
Mark Gurman Posted on X Just a few days ago, it was revealed that many Apple stores are running out of stock of the iPad Mini. It seems that the giant company is emptying its shelves to make room for the new model. While there is no major proof, Gurman believes that the new iPad Mini could arrive soon. This news comes just ahead of Apple's upcoming iPhone-centric event, so the new iPad Mini could launch on the same day. The new iPad Mini 7 is likely to come with features like some display changes, A-series chipset, FaceTime landscape camera to reduce jelly scrolling. New M2 iPad AirWi-Fi 6e connectivity, and Apple Pencil Pro Support. However, the chances are very low that Apple will release a new iPad mini 7 at this event, so we're not keeping our hopes too high.
Apple Watch Ultra 3
It was previously rumoured that the Apple Watch Ultra 3 would debut at the global event, but a last-minute report by Mark Gurman has confirmed that the Apple Watch will debut at the event. Apple will not release Apple Watch Ultra 3Instead, we might see a new black colour in the Apple Watch Ultra 2.
However, if this proves to be false, we can expect the overall design to remain the same. Apple Watch Ultra 3. The expected premium smartwatch is rumoured to have some long-awaited health features like blood pressure monitoring and sleep apnea detection. Also, for the first time, we might see a new dark/black case colour option on the Apple Watch Ultra. There are rumours that Apple is working on microLED display technology for its smartwatch, but if that happens we might have to wait till 2026 to see a microLED Apple Watch.
This is all we can expect to see at the Apple event in September. And if you are eagerly waiting for Apple to release new devices, here is everything you can expect to see. How you can watch Apple's glowtime eventWhat are you most excited to see at the iPhone 16 event? Are you planning to buy any of the upcoming Apple products? Don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments below.
