Apple Event Live Blog: Folding iPhone, Apple Watch Series 12, AirPods, and More
Apple is hosting a product launch event in Cupertino to unveil new hardware, including a rumored folding iPhone Ultra and updated Apple Watch models. The event will also feature announcements regarding new AI-integrated chips and Siri AI capabilities.
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Apple's product cycles significantly influence the consumer electronics market and set industry standards for mobile AI integration.
We will have two reporters on the scene at Apple Park in Cupertino, California, to bring you live coverage. You'll be hearing from Julian Chokkattu, Boutayna Chokrane, Lauren Goode, Reece Rogers, and Michael Calore throughout the event. We might have some special guests pop in as well. We’ll be posting frequent news updates here, with the highlights also going on our social platforms.
Apple's presentation begins at 10 am Pacific, 1 pm Eastern, and 6 pm in the UK. We have a complete rundown on how to watch the show and what to expect.
Come back approximately 30 minutes before the presentation starts—about 9:30 am in California—and you'll see the words on this page replaced by a feed of our live updates.
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