Apple announces a "Surprise and shine" event on September 9 at 10am PT at Apple Park, where its first foldable iPhone, iPhone 18 Pro, and more are expected (Zac Hall/9to5Mac)

Apple has announced a product event titled "Surprise and shine" on September 9 at 10am PT at Apple Park. The event is expected to feature the unveiling of the iPhone 18 Pro lineup and Apple's first foldable iPhone.

The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to retain similar designs and display sizes to their predecessors, with upgrades focusing on new display, camera, and connectivity technology, according to 9to5Mac. The new Pro phones may be offered in four colors: dark cherry, black, silver, and light blue.

The foldable iPhone, possibly called iPhone Ultra, is rumored to have a book-style design with an outer display measuring between 5.3 and 5.5 inches and an inner display measuring between 7.6 and 7.8 inches, as per 9to5Mac. MacRumors reports that it will be around 5.5 inches when closed and 7.6 inches when open, with a titanium frame and ultra-thin design.

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