Apple Launches Five New Products
Apple had a packed launch event on September 9, unveiling five new products across its iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods lineups. The biggest announcements included the iPhone 18 Pro series and the company’s first-ever foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo.
Alongside the new smartphones, Apple also introduced the AirPods 5, Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4. The good news for Indian customers is that all five products are set to be available in the country, although some come with premium price tags.
Here is a look at the India prices, key features and sale dates for Apple’s latest devices.
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max India Prices
The iPhone 18 Pro starts at Rs 1,64,900, while the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at Rs 1,79,900 in India.
Both models will be offered with 256GB, 512GB, 1TB and 2TB storage options. Pre-orders begin on September 12, with sales starting September 18.
The new Pro models bring major camera upgrades, including a 48-megapixel Fusion Main camera with variable aperture. This marks the first time an iPhone features adjustable aperture control, with four settings available through the Camera app.
Apple has also introduced new Pro camera controls for shutter speed, white balance and histogram. A new Apple Reference Image feature is designed to help users determine whether an image has been edited.
iPhone Duo Price Starts At Rs 2,99,900
The biggest surprise of the launch was the iPhone Duo, Apple’s first foldable iPhone.
The device starts at Rs 2,99,900 in India, while the top-end 2TB model costs a staggering Rs 4,49,900.
The iPhone Duo is available in four storage variants: 256GB at Rs 2,99,900, 512GB at Rs 3,24,900, 1TB at Rs 3,74,900 and 2TB at Rs 4,49,900.
The foldable features a 7.6-inch inner display when opened and a 5.4-inch outer screen when folded. It is powered by the A20 Pro chip and comes with a redesigned iOS experience tailored for its foldable design.
Pre-orders open on October 16, with sales beginning October 23.
AirPods 5 India Price
Apple has also launched the AirPods 5 with a redesigned open-ear design and Active Noise Cancellation.
The standard model is priced at Rs 14,900, while the version with a Wireless Charging Case costs Rs 17,900.
Apple claims the new earbuds deliver up to 50 per cent more noise reduction than the AirPods 4 with ANC. They also support Adaptive Audio, Conversation Awareness and hands-free Siri AI access with compatible iPhones.
Live Translation and head-gesture controls are also among the new features.
Both versions can be pre-ordered now and will go on sale on September 18.
Apple Watch Series 12, Ultra 4 Prices
The Apple Watch Series 12 starts at Rs 56,900 in India. Its biggest focus is health tracking, with a new Health Sensing System designed to monitor heart rate more frequently, track heart-rate variability and provide a readiness score based on activity, training load, vitals and sleep.
The more rugged Apple Watch Ultra 4 starts at Rs 1,09,900. It includes the new health features and offers up to 50 hours of everyday battery life and up to 84 hours in Low Power Mode.
Both watches will go on sale on September 18.
Apple will also roll out iOS 27 and watchOS 27 on September 14, with Apple Intelligence coming to supported devices and languages. Siri AI will initially launch in beta in English, with more languages expected to follow in October.
With five major products launching at once, Apple’s latest event marks one of its biggest hardware updates yet, with the iPhone Duo standing out as the company’s most ambitious new device.
