Apple Keynote 2024: iPhone 16 to be Unveiled on September 9 with Other New Releases
As anticipated, Apple will hold its traditional fall event in early September to showcase its latest products, including the iPhone 16. However, this year's date has been moved up for an unusual reason.
Apple has officially announced its next keynote for Monday, September 9, 2024, at 1 PM ET / 10 AM PT, a day earlier than usual to avoid clashing with the U.S. presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris on September 10. By moving the date, Apple aims to capture media and public attention.
The event, themed "It's Glowtime," will focus on advancements in artificial intelligence and other tech innovations. Despite the schedule change, the September 9 keynote is expected to be one of Apple's biggest events of the year, featuring announcements for the iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10, and possibly new AirPods models.
The keynote will be a hybrid event, as has become the tradition in previous years, with a select group attending in person at Apple Park in Cupertino and the rest streaming online via Apple's website and YouTube.
Apple Keynote 2024: iPhone 16, Apple Watch, AirPods, and AI Innovations
The iPhone 16 will be the highlight of the event, rumored to feature the A18 chip and 8GB of RAM, with improvements in AI, photography, and user interaction through Siri. The Pro and Pro Max models will include additional features like a 5x optical zoom, vertically aligned camera sensors, and a new action button across all models.
In addition to the iPhone 16, the keynote will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Apple Watch with the introduction of the Series 10. This milestone is expected to bring some surprises, such as larger and thinner displays and enhanced health features, including blood pressure monitoring, sleep apnea detection, and improved battery life. The high-end Apple Watch Ultra 3 is also expected to be revealed, though its upgrades may be more modest.
The "It's Glowtime" theme suggests that artificial intelligence will play a central role in this keynote. Apple is set to introduce new AI-based features that will enhance user experience with Siri and the overall iOS 18 ecosystem. However, some of these features may not be immediately available in all regions, with certain innovations possibly arriving in 2025.