TL; DR
- Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman says Apple is likely to hold its annual iPhone event on September 8, 2026.
- The event is expected to introduce the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and Apple’s first foldable iPhone.
- The standard iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e are still expected to arrive later in Spring 2027.
Apple could unveil the iPhone 18 Pro series and its long-rumored foldable iPhone on September 8, 2026, according to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman. In his latest report, Gurman says Apple is expected to stick to its usual launch window and hold its annual iPhone event during the week following Labor Day in the US.
Since Labor Day falls on September 7 this year, September 8 currently appears to be the most likely date for the keynote. Apple could also choose September 9, which falls in line with the company’s recent launch patterns.
If Apple opts for a September 9 event, pre-orders could reportedly open as early as September 10, with retail availability expected later in the month.
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iPhone Ultra Could Finally Arrive
The September event is expected to focus on Apple’s premium lineup, including the:
- iPhone 18 Pro
- iPhone 18 Pro Max
- Apple’s first foldable iPhone (rumored to be called the iPhone Ultra)
The foldable iPhone has been rumored for years, and multiple reports now suggest that 2026 could finally be the year Apple enters the foldable smartphone segment. The device is expected to adopt a book-style form factor with a wide inner display, similar to devices like the OPPO Find N series and Huawei Pura X lineup.
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Standard iPhone 18 Models Expected Later
As we already know, Apple is rumored to split the iPhone lineup into two launch phases starting next year. While the Pro models and foldable are expected to debut in September, the standard iPhone 18, iPhone 18e, and possibly the iPhone Air 2 are tipped to launch in Spring 2027.
Price Hikes Could Be on the Cards
Pricing remains unclear at this point, but recent reports suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro lineup could become $100 – $300 more expensive than the current generation. Apple has already increased prices across several product categories, including Macs and iPads, citing soaring memory costs driven by AI infrastructure demand.
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