Everything Revealed at Apple’s Glowtime Event, Including iPhone 16, Apple Watch Series 10, AirPods 4, and More

Apple’s Glowtime event, held at its headquarters in Cupertino, California, unveiled a range of highly anticipated devices, including new iPhones, AirPods, and Apple Watches. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of all the products revealed at the event, detailing their standout features, technical specifications, and release dates.

iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus

Apple introduced the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus, starting at $799 and $899, respectively. These models are built for Apple Intelligence and come with an aerospace-grade aluminum body, featuring up to 85% recycled content. Both versions offer:

• Two size options: 6.1 inches for iPhone 16 and 6.7 inches for iPhone 16 Plus
• Customizable action buttons for instant access to apps
• A new A18 chip with 3-nanometer technology and 4 efficiency cores, boosting overall performance by 30% over the iPhone 12
• 48-megapixel camera, 4x the resolution of the iPhone 14
• A new ultrawide camera for better low-light performance
• Spatial photos and customizable collections in the iOS 18 photo gallery

Preorders for the iPhone 16 models begin on Friday, with shipping starting September 20th.

iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max

The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max are Apple’s top-tier models, priced at $999 and $1,199, respectively. These models boast 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch displays with the thinnest borders yet, offering the best iPhone displays ever. The key upgrades include:

• A titanium frame that is half the weight of stainless steel and more scratch-resistant
• Powered by the A18 Pro chip, featuring second-generation 3-nanometer transistors and a new 16-core neural engine optimized for AI tasks
• A 48-megapixel fusion camera that processes data twice as fast, along with a 5x telephoto camera for enhanced zoom capabilities
• 4K video capture at 120 frames per second, the highest resolution yet for iPhone
• New audio features like four studio-quality mics and the groundbreaking “Audio Mix” function, which separates background noise from vocal recordings

Preorders for the iPhone 16 Pro models also start on Friday, with availability in stores on September 20th.

Apple Watch Series 10

The Apple Watch Series 10, starting at $399 (or $499 with cellular), is 10% thinner than its predecessor and boasts the largest display Apple has ever created for a wearable device. The design now includes a glossy aluminum finish in jet black, rose gold, and silver, and a new polished titanium option. Key features include:

• S10 chip and an updated display that’s 40% brighter at an angle
• 18-hour battery life with fast charging, reaching 80% in just 30 minutes
• Sleep apnea detection using an accelerometer, a feature awaiting FDA clearance
• Advanced fitness tracking for swimmers, rowers, and kayakers, as well as dual-frequency GPS and automatic stroke detection

Preorders are available now, and the watch will launch on September 20th.

Apple Watch Ultra 2

The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is Apple’s most durable and fitness-focused watch yet, priced at $799. It includes:

• Dual-frequency GPS and advanced positioning software
• Scuba-ready depth gauge
• Offline maps with turn-by-turn directions
• Enhanced fitness features, such as custom workout modes and pacing tools

It also boasts a satin black finish and the most accurate GPS of any Apple Watch to date.

AirPods 4 and AirPods Max

Apple also revealed the AirPods 4, priced at $129 (or $179 with active noise cancellation). Highlights of the new AirPods include:

• The H2 chip for improved audio quality and personalized spatial audio
• A redesigned, 3D-modeled shape for comfort
• USB-C and wireless charging for the smallest AirPods case yet
• Environmental noise reduction to enhance sound clarity

Apple updated the AirPods Max with USB-C charging and new colors, including orange, purple, and starlight. These over-ear headphones are available for $549, with orders starting on Monday and shipping on September 20th.

AirPods Pro 2

The AirPods Pro 2 take health monitoring to a new level. Priced at $249, they come with clinical-grade health features:

• Hearing protection activated by default
• A five-minute, clinically validated hearing test
• A new hearing aid feature that converts AirPods Pro into a personalized hearing device after taking the test

These features are pending FDA approval but are expected to roll out soon.

Apple’s Glowtime event showcased a powerful lineup of devices designed to elevate user experiences across health, fitness, and entertainment. With groundbreaking features such as advanced AI chips, enhanced fitness tracking, and cutting-edge health technologies, these devices mark Apple’s next step in innovation. Preorders for all devices begin soon, with most becoming available on September 20th.