Apple's 'Surprise and Shine' Event: iPhone 18, Foldable Duo, and New CEO Debut

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Apple is holding its 'Surprise and Shine' launch event on September 9th at 1PM ET, where it is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 lineup, including a rumored foldable model called the 'iPhone Duo.' The event marks the first major appearance by new CEO John Ternus, who took over from Tim Cook on September 1st after previously serving as Apple's head of hardware engineering. Ternus hinted at significant hardware announcements in his first internal memo as CEO, making this a closely watched debut for Apple's new leadership. Beyond iPhones, the event may also feature new Apple Watch and AirPods models, with possible surprises such as an updated Apple TV or new smart home devices.

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