Apple teases 'Surprise and Shine' event as iPhone 18 Pro, foldable iPhone likely to take centre stage

Apple has officially announced the dates of its biggest event of 2026. The company’s next major product launch is set for September 9, according to the media invitation sent, bearing the tagline “Surprise and shine”. The showcase is set to begin at 10:30 pm IST at the Steve Jobs Theater inside the Apple Park campus, with global audiences able to watch via an official digital livestream at apple.com or on the Apple TV app.