Apple Announces iOS 26 and watchOS 26 Release Date for All Eligible Devices
Apple’s “Awe Dropping” event on Tuesday highlighted new hardware launches, with the iPhone 17 series, Apple Watch Series 11, and AirPods Pro 3 taking centre stage. The company also confirmed release dates for iOS 26 and watchOS 26, which will power the new devices and introduce updated features, performance improvements, and a design overhaul.
Apple Event Roundup: iPhone 17, Air, Watch Series 11, AirPods Pro 3, and India Prices
Apple announced several new products during its ‘Awe Dropping’ event at Apple Park on Tuesday. The company introduced the latest iPhone 17 series, including a new iPhone Air model, which is the thinnest iPhone to date. Apart from this, Apple Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, and Watch SE 3, all powered by up to S11 SoC, also debuted. Its TWS earbuds lineup also witnessed a refresh, with the introduction of the new AirPods Pro (3rd Generation). Here’s everything that was announced at the Apple event.
Apple Watch Series 11 vs Watch Ultra 3 vs Watch SE 3: Which New Apple Watch Should You Buy?
Apple unveiled the Watch Series 11, Watch Ultra 3, and Watch SE 3, offering aluminium or titanium cases in sizes from 40mm to 49mm. All models feature Always-On Retina displays, health sensors like heart rate and wrist temperature, Emergency SOS, and the S10 chip with gestures such as double-tap and wrist flick. Pricing in India starts at Rs. 25,990 for the Watch SE 3, Rs. 46,900 for the Watch Series 11, and Rs. 89,900 for the Watch Ultra 3.
iPhone 17 Price in India Revealed: Full Price List for New iPhones, Watches and AirPods Pro 3
The iPhone 17 (256GB) model price in India starts at Rs. 82,900, while the iPhone Air (256GB) price starts at Rs. 119,900. The iPhone 17 Pro (256GB) starts at Rs. 134,900 while the 17 Pro Max (256GB) starts at Rs. 149,900. In India, the new iPhones will go on pre-order starting September 12 and will be available beginning September 19.