iPhone 16 event: Everything we expect from Apple’s September showcase
AppleApple has confirmed an event for early September, and it’s almost certain to feature the new iPhone 16 series. But, leaks and rumors suggest that other products may also share the stage.
Apple’s September events are no surprise. Every year, without fail, the company announces new iPhones that go on sale a week or two later. The brand has confirmed it will host its next event in the second week of September.
The iPhone 16 event will bring new iPhones (four specifically)—no surprises there. However, Apple may also announce the new AirPods 4 and the Apple Watch 10.
iPhone 16 event date
AppleApple’s iPhone 16 event is set for September 9, 202 4, at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT. Themed “It’s Glowtime,” the event will take place at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park.
You can catch the live stream on Apple’s website, their official YouTube channel, or through the Apple TV app on your devices. For tips on how to watch Apple’s Glowtime event, check out our guide.
The below table shows the launch date of the last five iPhone launches:
| iPhone Model | Launch Date |
| iPhone 15 | September 22, 2023 |
| iPhone 14 | September 16, 2022 |
| iPhone 13 | September 24, 2021 |
| iPhone 12 | October 23, 2020 |
| iPhone 11 | September 20, 2019 |
What to expect from iPhone 16 event
The iPhone 16 event will bring a bunch of new products, and below is a quick rundown of everything you should expect to see.
iPhone 16 series
The iPhone 16 series will include four smartphones. The vanilla iPhone 16 will be the most affordable model in the lineup, featuring a new design with a vertical camera layout. It should also see performance improvements thanks to the new A18 chip. The cameras, display, and battery specifications are expected to remain largely the same.
The iPhone 16 Plus will be the larger sibling of the iPhone 16, featuring a 6.7-inch display. It could come with the same A18 chip as the iPhone 16 but might feature a larger battery. However, Apple is reportedly reducing the phone’s battery capacity from 4,383 mAh to 4,006 mAh.
While the non-Pro models won’t see many major upgrades, Apple plans to give the Pro models a significant boost. The iPhone 16 Pro may feature a larger display, increasing from 6.1 inches to 6.3 inches.
AppleIt could also see an increase in battery capacity, possibly include new display technology, and come equipped with a new A18 Pro chip. Plus, the iPhone 16 Pro may feature a 5x telephoto lens, which is currently exclusive to the Pro Max model.
The Pro Max model could also see an increase in display size, going from 6.7 inches to 6.9 inches, along with an increase in battery capacity. It might get a 4,676 mAh battery, up from the 4,441 mAh battery in the iPhone 15 Pro Max.
The Pro models are also expected to feature new and improved 48-megapixel ultra-wide lenses, while all four models in the lineup are anticipated to come with 8GB of RAM to support Apple’s intelligence features.
AirPods 4
Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman reported that Apple plans to launch the AirPods 4 in September, likely alongside the new iPhones. The company is expected to release not one but two AirPods 4 models. One will be a more affordable option, while the other will include advanced features such as wireless charging, Active Noise Cancellation, and more.
Apple Watch Series 10
AppleThe upcoming Apple Watch Series 10, likely dubbed the Apple Watch X, will be a huge upgrade. According to market analysts and Apple experts, the watch could feature a thinner design, thanks to a new resin-coated copper (RCC) motherboard.
The Series 10 is also rumored to undergo a design overhaul, which may include a shift to a magnetic band attachment system, making older bands incompatible. Display-wise, Apple is expected to use an advanced LTPO OLED panel from LG Display, the same technology found in the latest iPhones.
Health features are also set for an upgrade, with the addition of a Blood Pressure Monitor that could alert users to hypertension and suggest consulting a physician in case of anomalies.
While the watch might not provide detailed blood pressure readings yet, future iterations could. Plus, the Watch Series 10 is expected to introduce sleep apnea detection by monitoring sleep patterns and breathing.