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  "title": "Apple sets Sept. 9 date for next iPhone launch event",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/apple-sets-sept-9-date-for-next-iphone-launch-event",
  "topic": "tech",
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  "published": "2026-08-26T16:20:13.000Z",
  "source": {
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    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/business/apple-sets-sept-9-date-next-iphone-launch-event-6343271"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Apple announced on August 26 that its upcoming launch event will take place on September 9, according to senior executive Greg Joswiak's post on X. The event is anticipated to showcase the company's latest iPhone series and potentially introduce its highly anticipated foldable phone. Analysts believe that the high-end foldable devices could significantly impact Apple's pricing strategies and margin growth. The introduction of the foldable phone is also seen as a direct challenge to Samsung Electronics' dominance in this niche but rapidly expanding market. This launch will mark the first major event for new CEO John Ternus, who is set to assume leadership on September 1, following Tim Cook's transition to the role of executive chairman.",
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        "title": "Apple event is official for September 9 — iPhone Ultra, iPhone 18 Pro Max, Watch 12, and more",
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        "outlet": "Investing.com",
        "title": "Apple sets Sept. 9 date for next iPhone launch event",
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        "published": "2026-08-26T16:30:38.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "Digital Trends",
        "title": "The iPhone 18 Pro finally has a launch date as Apple sends out invites for its next big event",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/the-iphone-18-pro-finally-has-a-launch-date-as-apple-sends-out",
        "published": "2026-08-26T16:34:58.000Z"
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      {
        "outlet": "CNBC Technology",
        "title": "Apple sets iPhone launch event for Sept. 9, first under new CEO John Ternus",
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