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Apple Targets September 2026 for iPhone 18 Pro Launch

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Apple is expected to launch its iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in September 2026, following a familiar schedule initiated by WWDC 2026. The iOS 27 developer beta has already been released, mirroring last year's timeline. Key dates include a likely keynote on Wednesday, September 9, with pre-orders opening on Friday, September 11, and the official release date anticipated for Friday, September 18. A potential first folding iPhone, possibly named iPhone Ultra, may also be announced but could see a staggered release. AI

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Apple Targets September 2026 for iPhone 18 Pro Launch

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COVERAGE [4]

  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · David Phelan, Senior Contributor ·

    Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: How WWDC 2026 Clues Signal September Launch Details

    Apple's WWDC 2026 schedule mirrors last year's rollout, offering fresh clues about when the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and rumored foldable iPhone could launch.

  2. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · David Phelan, Senior Contributor ·

    Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: How WWDC 2026 Clues Signal September Launch Details

    Apple's WWDC 2026 schedule mirrors last year's rollout, offering fresh clues about when the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and rumored foldable iPhone could launch.

  3. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · David Phelan, Senior Contributor ·

    Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: How WWDC 2026 Clues Signal September Launch Details

    The clues revealed by Apple at its Worldwide Developer Conference indicate when the next iPhones will be announced and go on sale.

  4. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · David Phelan, Senior Contributor ·

    Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: How WWDC 2026 Clues Signal September Launch Details

    Apple's WWDC 2026 schedule mirrors last year's rollout, offering fresh clues about when the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max and rumored foldable iPhone could launch.

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