That is it, the most important month of the yr for Apple followers.
September is when Apple releases new iPhones and Apple Watches, in addition to the most important updates to its working methods that we’ve been listening to about since WWDC in June. Meaning iPhone 16, Apple Watch Collection 10 and Extremely 3, and iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS 15 Sequoia, and watchOS 11.
This September may be somewhat further particular, as we’re listening to about some new AirPods on the best way and possibly a brand new iPad mini, too. On high of that, there are all the standard service releases for Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade. So strap in—right here’s all the things we anticipate Apple to launch in September 2024.
New {hardware} releases
Apple is ready to launch updates to a few of its hottest merchandise in September. Right here’s what’s on faucet:
iPhone 16: Bigger screens for the Professional fashions, A18 processors, Apple Intelligence, new digicam capabilities, a brand new Seize button, and extra. That is going to be an enormous improve for lots of people. Learn all the things we all know concerning the iPhone 16.
Apple Watch Collection 10: This can be referred to as Apple Watch 10, X, or Collection X, in honor of the tenth anniversary of Apple Watch (which was first unveiled on September 9, 2014) and appears to be the primary important design change ever. Rumors level to a bigger show and a slimmer profile, with the attainable addition of some new well being sensors or options. Learn what we all know concerning the Apple Watch Collection 10.
Apple Watch Extremely 3: The Third-gen Apple Watch Extremely is anticipated to be kind of the identical as the present mannequin, solely with the identical new processor (and possibly new sensors) discovered within the Apple Watch Collection 10.
Apple Watch SE 3: The Third-gen Apple Watch SE ought to resemble an Apple Watch Collection 7, kind of. One rumor urged Apple might use a inflexible plastic chassis to trim prices and intention this mannequin very a lot at children/mother and father.
AirPods: There are two units of AirPods anticipated. One is a brand new entry-level mannequin to switch the hopelessly outdated 2nd-gen AirPods, with a brand new design and USB-C case. The opposite is a mid-tier replace to the Third-gen AirPods, which can get energetic noise canceling for the primary time. New AirPods Max are supposedly not far off, however not rumored to be introduced at this September occasion. Learn extra concerning the upcoming AirPods.
iPad mini: This isn’t the primary time we’ve heard that an iPad mini refresh is on the best way. However the present mannequin can’t assist Apple Intelligence, which shall be an enormous push for Apple, and the Apple shops and retailers are working out of inventory on the present mannequin with out replenishing it—that often factors to an imminent improve. If the iPad mini does get an improve, we don’t anticipate a lot to alter apart from the processor.
Apps and software program updates
September can be an enormous month for software program. Apple is ready to launch its yearly main updates of all its working methods. The Apple Intelligence options received’t arrive till later updates, beginning with the point-1 releases in October, however there are nonetheless a great deal of nice new options within the preliminary launch.
iOS 18: New Residence display customization choices, an all-new Photographs app, new options for Messages together with RCS assist, and far more. Learn all about iOS 18.
iPadOS 18: You get all of the options of iOS 18, together with the superior new Math Notes functionality that basically shines on the pill. Learn extra about iPadOS 18.
tvOS 18: tvOS isn’t getting a serious overhaul, only a few tweaks. There’s InSight, enhanced dialog assist and subtitles, and some new Residence options.
macOS 15 Sequoia: With macOS 15 Sonoma, you’ll have the ability to mirror your iPhone to your Mac! There are a bunch of different good options too, just like the Passwords app, simpler window tiling, a brand new calculator, and extra. Learn all about macOS 15 Sequoia right here.
Providers
Apple TV+
Listed here are the exhibits, collection, and films we anticipate to launch on Apple TV+ in September. If you wish to know what’s coming later, examine our information to approaching Apple TV+ content material.
Gradual Horses (season 4): This darkly humorous espionage drama follows a staff of British intelligence brokers who serve in a dumping floor division of MI5 attributable to their career-ending errors. Led by their sensible however irascible chief, the infamous Jackson Lamb, they navigate the espionage world’s smoke and mirrors to defend England from sinister forces. September 4
La Maison: Excessive style meets excessive stakes on this real looking behind-the-scenes have a look at how an iconic style home is thrown into scandal and reinvention by a viral video that includes star designer Vincent Ledu, leaving his household’s iconic and legendary high fashion home, LEDU, hanging by a thread. September 20
Midnight Household: Apple’s first all-Spanish-language collection, with a completely Hispanic forged and crew. The story follows Marigaby Tamayo, a medical pupil by day who spends her nights saving lives all through Mexico Metropolis aboard her household’s privately owned ambulance. September 25
Apple Arcade
Apple releases most Apple Arcade video games on the primary Friday of every month. Verify our Apple Arcade FAQ for a full listing of Apple Arcade video games and extra particulars on the service. Often, video games are launched with no forewarning, however you’ll often see subsequent month’s releases listed within the Coming Quickly part.
Monster Prepare+: A wonderful deck-building roguelike makes its solution to Apple Arcade, however it’s the one sport listed for launch in September. September 5
Discover out extra about Apple’s launch plans past September in our information to new Apple merchandise coming in 2024/2025.