Apple is set to hold its next major iPhone event on September 9, with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max expected to take centre stage. The company is also widely expected to unveil its first-ever foldable iPhone, which has been referred to as the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra in various reports, as reported by TOI.
While Apple has officially confirmed the September 9 event, it has not yet revealed the names, specifications or prices of the new iPhone models. According to the Times of India, Indian buyers are expected to be particularly interested in the pricing of the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max, along with possible camera upgrades, display changes and the potential cost of Apple's first foldable iPhone.
With the launch approaching, several reports and leaks have offered details about what Apple could announce. However, these specifications and prices remain unconfirmed until Apple makes its official announcement.
Apple's “Surprise and shine” event is scheduled for September 9 at 10:30 PM IST. The event will also mark the first major iPhone launch under Apple's new CEO John Ternus.
According to the Times of India, Apple could make changes to its traditional iPhone launch strategy this year. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to be introduced in September, while the standard iPhone 18 is reportedly being pushed to 2027.
The change could represent a significant shift in Apple's usual approach of launching the different iPhone models together. However, Apple has not yet officially confirmed the launch timeline for the standard iPhone 18.
Apple has not announced the India prices for the upcoming models.
However, reports cited by the Times of India suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro series could be more expensive than its predecessor. Higher component costs and increased memory requirements have been cited as possible reasons for a price increase.
Some estimates suggest that the iPhone 18 Pro could start at around Rs 1.34 lakh in India. The iPhone 18 Pro Max could reportedly start somewhere between Rs 1.55 lakh and Rs 1.70 lakh, depending on the final storage and configuration.
These figures are only reported estimates and should not be treated as Apple's confirmed India pricing.
The foldable iPhone could be considerably more expensive than the Pro models. Current reports have suggested a possible price between $2,000 and $2,500, which could translate into a price well above Rs 1.5 lakh in India.
The Times of India reported that the final pricing will ultimately depend on Apple's official announcement and the configurations offered in different markets.
The iPhone 18 Pro is expected to continue with a 6.3-inch display, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max could retain a 6.9-inch screen.
Both models are expected to feature OLED displays with a 120Hz refresh rate. One of the reported design changes is a smaller Dynamic Island, which could give the front of the phone a cleaner appearance.
According to the Times of India, some reports have also suggested that Apple could move towards under-display Face ID technology. However, this remains unconfirmed and Apple has not provided any official details about such a change.
Leaks have also suggested possible new colour options for the iPhone 18 Pro, including sky blue, pure black and burgundy. These colour choices have not been confirmed by Apple.
As with other leaked specifications, the final design, display technology and available colours will only be known once Apple officially unveils the devices.
The camera system is expected to be another major area of improvement in the iPhone 18 Pro lineup.
The iPhone 18 Pro models are reportedly expected to retain a triple-camera setup. According to reports cited by the Times of India, all three rear cameras could feature 48MP sensors, while the front-facing camera could receive an upgrade to 24MP.
One of the biggest reported camera changes is a variable-aperture main camera. Such a system would allow the lens to control the amount of light entering the camera, potentially giving users greater flexibility when taking photographs in different lighting conditions.
Some reports have suggested that the variable-aperture feature could be exclusive to the Pro Max model.
If introduced, the technology could represent a notable change to Apple's approach to smartphone photography, particularly for users who frequently shoot in challenging lighting conditions. However, Apple has not confirmed the camera specifications.
The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to be powered by Apple's next-generation A20 Pro chip.
According to the Times of India, reports suggest that the chip could be based on a 2nm manufacturing process, potentially bringing improvements in both performance and energy efficiency.
Leaks have also pointed towards up to 12GB of RAM and Apple's C2 modem.
The combination of a new processor, additional memory and an updated modem could provide improvements across performance, connectivity and battery efficiency.
Another recent report has claimed that the iPhone 18 Pro could deliver an 18% increase in graphics performance. However, this figure has not been officially confirmed and should therefore be treated as a reported estimate rather than a confirmed specification.
Perhaps the biggest surprise at Apple's September event could be the company's first foldable iPhone.
The device has been referred to by different names in reports, including the iPhone Fold and iPhone Ultra. Apple has not confirmed what the final product will be called.
According to reports cited by the Times of India, the device could feature a book-style folding design. It is expected to have a display of around 7.8 inches when fully opened, along with a smaller cover display of approximately 5.5 inches.
The foldable could reportedly measure around 4.5mm in thickness when unfolded, potentially making it one of Apple's thinnest devices.
The reported design would place the foldable iPhone in direct competition with premium foldable smartphones already available from other manufacturers.
The foldable iPhone is also expected to receive a capable camera system.
Leaks suggest that the device could feature two 48MP rear cameras and two front-facing cameras. Reports have also suggested that Apple could use Touch ID instead of Face ID on the foldable model.
However, the Times of India noted that these details are based on reports and leaks rather than information officially confirmed by Apple.
If Apple does launch a foldable iPhone, its design, camera system, display technology and biometric authentication will likely be among the most closely watched aspects of the September 9 event.
The September 9 event is expected to focus primarily on the new iPhone lineup, with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max expected to be among the main announcements.
Apple's first foldable iPhone could also make its debut at the event, potentially marking one of the company's biggest product launches in years.
According to the Times of India, Apple is also expected to announce new Apple Watch and AirPods models during the event.
For Indian consumers, pricing will likely be one of the biggest talking points, particularly if Apple introduces a foldable device at the reported premium price range.
For now, however, the September 9 event is the only confirmed part of the story. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max specifications, India prices, camera upgrades, colour options and foldable iPhone details remain based on leaks and reports.
The final specifications, names, pricing and availability will only be confirmed when Apple officially unveils its new products.