Apple 'Surprise and Shine' iPhone 18 series launch event
Apple is expected to announce the iPhone 18 line-up, and, probably, the company's first foldable smartphone. Meanwhile, analysts are trying to gauge potential price increases, as well as Apple's AI plan under new CEO John Ternus
Hello and welcome to The Hindu's live coverage of Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' event 2026. The tech giant is set to reveal the highly anticipated iPhone 18 series tonight at 10:30 PM IST. Rumors suggest this launch may introduce Apple's first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Ultra, along with the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max.
Tim Cook, who led the company for 15 years, handed over the CEO reins to John Ternus, who previously managed Apple's Hardware Engineering unit. The new CEO's leadership style and potential changes for the upcoming product launch will be closely watched by Apple enthusiasts.
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