Apple officially announces iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with A20 chip and physical aperture control at September 2026 event
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Published on 4. September 2026
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Predicted for 9. September 2026
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Based on: Speculative
Multiple independent sources (MacRumors, Smartprix, Macworld, Digital Trends) confirm that Apple will present the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max with the new A20 Pro chip (TSMC 2nm process, ~18% faster, ~30% more energy-efficient) and a physical aperture (motorized iris) on the main wide-angle lens at Apple Park on September 9, 2026. For the first time, this mechanical iris allows variable depth of field directly via the lens. Apple CEO John Ternus (Tim Cook's successor since September 1, 2026) leads the presentation. MacRumors reported Apple will announce six new products at the event. No prediction market specifically for the iPhone 18 Pro announcement; calibration based on quality and consistency of pre-release reports.
Data basis for this prediction
- MacRumors: 'Apple announces six products at September event' (August 2026)
- Smartprix: 'iPhone 18 Pro: A20-Chip, mechanische Apertur am Hauptweitwinkel' (27. August 2026)
- Macworld: 'iPhone 18 Pro 2026 release date, design, specs, rumors' (Stand September 2026)
- Digital Trends: 'Apple September 2026 event — iPhone 18 Pro and foldable Ultra' (Stand September 2026)
Verdict: Pending
This prediction is still open. It will be evaluated automatically against real-world sources after its due date.
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