Apple News 24 Hours

Last updated: September 5, 2026, 2:34 PM ET

Apple's September 9 Event

Apple's September event is set for Wednesday, September 9 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific Time, and the company is expected to unveil its 2026 iPhone lineup alongside other hardware. The "Surprise and Shine" event will feature the long-rumored foldable iPhone, which may be branded as the "iPhone Ultra," though the name "iPhone Duo" has also been making the rounds on social media. Beyond the foldable, Apple is expected to introduce the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra models, with full coverage of expectations available in the event preview. The foldable iPhone Ultra is still likely to be missing at least five features that will be present on the iPhone 18 Pro, according to rumor analysis.

Chip and Software Insights

Apple's announcement of the M6 chip last week provides the clearest indication yet of what the A20 processor will bring to the iPhone 18. The chip is expected to deliver significant performance and efficiency gains, with implications for the entire iPhone 18 lineup. Meanwhile, the upcoming watch OS 27 update will remove three features that Apple Watch users might miss after updating, according to a detailed breakdown of the changes coming later this month.

Leadership and Strategy

John Ternus became Apple's new CEO this week, and the Financial Times published a profile offering fresh insights into his life and reputation. The profile paints a picture of a steady-handed leader stepping into massive shoes, with Ternus known for his operational expertise and calm demeanor. In a separate development, Apple is reportedly planning an AI-powered home security camera and service for 2027, according to Bloomberg, marking the company's entry into the smart home security space with AI integration at its core.

Car Play and AI Chatbots

Car Play has picked up its fifth major AI chatbot app with the addition of Anthropic's Claude, making it the second AI chatbot app to be updated with support this week. Claude users can now talk to the assistant through their in-car infotainment systems, joining four other major chatbot apps already supported. The integration was added to the Claude iOS app, expanding the CarPlay ecosystem significantly. In related news, Space XAI has expanded its Grok Bot to iPad and Android, with access now available on cheaper plans after the product originally launched as an expensive iPhone and Mac app, according to the expansion report.

Hardware and Accessories

Apple's Air Tag 2 4-pack has dropped to $79.99 on Amazon, matching its record low price. The deal represents a significant discount off the regular retail price, making it an attractive entry point for Apple's item tracker. Accessory brand Alogic has expanded its display lineup with several new 5K and 6K models offering varying feature sets, with availability coming soon, as detailed in the display expansion. Fender's $299 MIX wireless headphones now have an iPhone app for tuning your sound, complementing the over-ear headphones' replaceable battery and FWD Tx USB-C wireless transmitter for low-latency, lossless connectivity, per the app announcement.

Displays and Smart Home

Acer's new 6K 31.5-inch Pro Designer PE320QXT touchscreen display can work with a Mac using touch drivers, effectively turning your Mac into a giant iPad for professional creators, according to a hands-on review. In smart home news, the ULTRALOQ Bolt Fingerprint smart lock offers Apple Home integration, built-in Wi-Fi, and fingerprint unlocking, though it notably lacks Home Key support, as outlined in the HomeKit Weekly review.

Game Controllers and Security

References to two unreleased controllers that identify as Apple hardware were spotted in the mac OS 26.7 release candidate, suggesting Apple may be developing its own game controllers. The code hints point to two distinct devices, and Apple Insider reports the company may want to add its own hardware to the mix despite already supporting nearly every major game controller, with one controller potentially designed for use with a MacBook Pro. In security news, Apple @ Work argues that capping bug bounty submissions is the wrong response in the AI era of security threats, with the piece exclusively brought to you by Mosyle, the only Apple Unified Platform.