How to watch Apple’s September 9th launch event
How to watch Apple’s September 9th launch event. Apple's September 9th launch event could be one of its biggest in years. It will be Apple's first event since John Ternus took over as CEO on September 1st, stepping in for Tim Cook, and will likely feature the first models in Apple's iPhone 18 lineup. That could include the long-rumored foldable "iPhone Duo," coming […]
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Photo: Nilay Patel / The VergePart OfAll the news from Apple’s iPhone Duo launch eventsee all updates Brad Bourque is a tech journalist and commerce writer based out of Portland, Oregon. Announced at Apple’s September 2026 “Sunrise and shine” event alongside the iPhone Duo and other new gear, the two upgraded phones feature the faster A20 Pro processor with more GPU power as well as more neural cores for AI-related tasks, plus some welcome improvements to the camera.
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ByKali Hays, Technology reporter and Lily Jamali, North America Technology correspondentPublished9 September 2026Updated 10 September 2026Apple has launched its most expensive iPhone ever – a foldable handheld that costs at least £1,999 and marks the first major iPhone design change in almost 20 years. Image source, ReutersImage caption, Apple unveiled its new iPhone Duo as part of a launch event in Cupertino, California on WednesdayBen Wood, chief analyst at technology research firm FDM CCS Insight, said it was likely Ternus's promotion was timed specifically "to coincide with what will be arguably one of the biggest iPhone launches for many years".
RelatedWhere to preorder the new Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4Where to preorder the Apple AirPods 5Offers from US carriersAT&T will offer to cover the cost of an iPhone 18 Pro via billing credits paid back to you over 36 months if you trade in an iPhone 14 or newer. Photograph: Stan Olszewski/EPA‘Cheap iPhone deal’: warning over scam sites selling latest Apple mobilesCriminals exploit demand for iPhone 18 Pro and foldable Duo to trick people eager to get their hands on oneApple has just launched a range of new iPhones, including a foldable handset, just as you decide it is time to replace your own ageing mobile.
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“In each of the last four iPhone launches, domain registrations referencing the new model peaked on ‘keynote day’ – the launch day itself: more than 200 new domains within 24 hours, against zero or one on a normal day. ”What it looks likeThe domain names will often include words such as “Apple” and “iPhone 18”. Explore more on these topicsMoneyScam watchiPhoneConsumer affairsAppleScamsSmartphonesCybercrimefeaturesShareReuse this contentMost viewedMost viewed It recharges your iPhone at up to 15-watt charging speed and can also fast-charge the Apple Watch Series 7 or newer (and older Apple Watch models at a slower rate).
Everything sits securely in place, and you can even flip your iPhone into landscape orientation to watch a video while it charges or to trigger StandBy mode, a feature Apple added in iOS 17 that turns the iPhone into a clock on your nightstand with weather information when you put it in landscape orientation on a wireless charger. (The screen dims if you have an iPhone with an always-on display; if not, you can tap the screen to see the time. ) The braided USB-C cable is permanently attached.
5 meters)Warranty: 2 yearsFastest ChargingPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillSave to wishlistNomadStand One Max$169 NomadFor speedy charging (Qi2 25W for your iPhone and fast charging for your Apple Watch) in a seriously classy, glossy black design reminiscent of a Steinway grand piano, Nomad’s new Stand One Max is an excellent 3-in-1 charger. The pad is angled to accommodate landscape or portrait orientation for your iPhone (or other Qi2 phone), and the Apple Watch puck sits up for Nightstand mode, with a subtle hollow behind it for your wireless earbuds case.
The Apple Watch charger is a separate unit that slots into the back. 5 meters)Warranty: 1 yearBest 3-in-1 Pad ChargerPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillSave to wishlistNimblePodium 3-in-1 Wireless Charger$130 $117 (10% off) Amazon$140 Nimble$140 AppleMaybe you don’t want to see your phone or watch screen when you’re trying to sleep.
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The phone and Apple Watch pads can also pop up to use StandBy or Nightstand mode on your devices, though, if you want. It supports Qi2 25W to fast charge your iPhone, with pads for AirPods and an Apple Watch. The Apple Watch charging is slow though, so it's best left overnight. You also get a fast-charging Apple Watch shelf tucked around back and a standard 5-watt AirPods pad below. Attached to the bottom section of the pole is the Apple Watch charger, which supports fast charging.
5 meters)Warranty: 2 yearsBest 2-in-1 ChargersPhotograph: Simon HillPhotograph: Simon HillSave to wishlistZensNightstand Charger Pro 2$100 Amazon$100 ZensWith a weighty base, an adjustable Qi2/MagSafe charging pad, and a fold-out Apple Watch charger around the back, this Zens 2-in-1 is ideal for folks with an iPhone and Apple Watch. The Apple Watch pad folds out of the back, tucking your watch out of sight and allowing room for the strap to droop. Sadly, this has a barrel port for the provided cable and charger (USB-C would be better), the Apple Watch charger can be a little stiff and tricky to fold out, and it’s pricey, but I love the quality, look, and feel.
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What's also great is the spare USB-C port—you can pop in a cable to charge your Apple Watch at 5 watts (or another device); it just won't charge very fast. (Belkin also has a 3-in-1 version of this model if you want a dedicated spot for the Apple Watch. ) Best of all, Belkin includes a very compact 45-watt power adapter and a USB-C to USB-C cable, which is better than many other wireless chargers that cost more.
Belkin BoostCharge Pro 2-in-1 Wireless Charging Dock with MagSafe for $120: This was our old 2-in-1 pick for iPhone and Apple Watch. I like the soft-touch finish, the pad on top can move through 70 degrees, and the shelf for your Apple Watch works with any strap. A USB-C port allows you to charge something else, such as an Apple Watch, and you get a 5-foot USB-C cable and 30W power supply in the box. There is also a 3-in-1 pad ($110) that adds an Apple Watch charger on the right side.
Your Qi2 phone can charge at up to 15 watts; there’s a fast-charging Apple Watch pad that pops up around the back, and the space in the middle can charge AirPods at 5 watts. OtterBox 3-in-1 Charging Stand for $140: This solid, fairly compact aluminum 3-in-1 charging station can charge all your Apple gadgets (25W for iPhone, 5W for Apple Watch, 5W for AirPods) and comes with a 6.
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