Apple Unveils Foldable iPhone Duo and Other Highlights from its Annual Tech Showcase
Updated on: September 9, 2026 / 5:45 PM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Apple unveiled its first foldable iPhone, the iPhone Duo, starting at $1,999.
- The new iPhone 18 features integrated AI capabilities, the A20 chip for up to 20% faster performance, and improved battery life.
- Apple also announced the AirPods 5 ($129) with better noise-cancellation and a new Apple Watch ($399) with enhanced health sensors.
- The iPhone 18 will be available in black, silver, glacier blue, and burgundy.
- The iPhone Duo features a large display and can split the screen for multitasking.
- iPhone 18 models go on sale September 12th; iPhone Duo pre-orders begin October 16th.
- Analysts view the foldable phone as a potential hit, though repair costs may be a concern.
- The new CEO, John Ternus, took the spotlight for his first major product unveiling.