Cupertino, September 9, 2025 – Apple held its big “Awe Dropping” event yesterday, revealing new iPhones, Apple Watches, AirPods, and more. Here’s a simple rundown of everything announced.
iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro
Apple introduced the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, and iPhone 17 Pro Max. The iPhone 17 has a 6.3-inch screen, slightly bigger than last year’s model, with a smoother 120Hz display. It features a 48MP ultrawide camera and comes in new colors like lavender, mist blue, black, white, and sage. Prices start at $799 with 256GB of storage.
The Pro models have a new rectangular camera bar with three lenses, use aluminum instead of titanium for the frame, and start at $1,099 for the Pro and $1,199 for the Pro Max.
All models have a new A19 chip for faster performance and better battery life, plus an 18MP front camera for sharper selfies.
iPhone Air
The new iPhone Air is Apple’s thinnest iPhone ever at 5.6mm, made with a titanium frame and a 6.5-inch screen. It has a 48MP main camera, an 18MP front camera, and runs on the A19 Pro chip. It comes in space black, cloud white, light gold, and sky blue, with storage options of 256GB, 512GB, or 1TB.
Prices start at $899. It also has a special MagSafe battery pack for $99 that extends battery life to 40 hours. Pre-orders begin September 12, with sales starting September 19.
Apple Watch Series 11, SE 3, and Ultra 3
The Apple Watch Series 11 and SE 3 got upgrades. The Series 11 starts at $399, with a brighter display and new health features like a sleep score and better heart-rate tracking. The SE 3 is more affordable at $249.
The Apple Watch Ultra 3, aimed at sports lovers, costs $799 and adds satellite connectivity for emergency signals when there’s no cell service. It also has a brighter screen and AI features, like a workout buddy voice to cheer you on.
AirPods Pro 3
Apple’s new AirPods Pro 3 focus on better sound and comfort. They have foam tips that fit your ear better and block noise twice as well as last year’s model. Battery life is now eight hours, or ten hours in transparency mode. A cool new feature is live translation, letting you understand foreign languages through the earbuds. Prices start at $249.
iOS 26 and Other Software
Apple announced iOS 26, which will come with a new look called Liquid Glass. It updates the design of iPhones and makes apps smoother. It will ship with the new iPhones and be available for older models soon. No major AI updates or Siri overhauls were shared, despite earlier rumors.
Accessories
Apple introduced new phone cases called TechWoven, made with high-quality fabric, replacing the older FineWoven cases. The iPhone Air also gets unique accessories like a clear case, bumpers, and a crossbody strap. All new iPhones support faster 20W MagSafe charging.
Apple’s event focused on sleek designs, better cameras, and health features, with no big surprises. Fans can pre-order the new devices starting September 12, with most available by September 19.
