Apple has set a date for its big September event. On September 9th, at 19:00 PM CEST, the company will hold its traditional event at the Steve Jobs Theater in Apple Park. All signs point to the unveiling of the first foldable iPhone , in addition to the new iPhone 18 Pro , a device that has been the subject of rumors for years and promises to revolutionize the market. With the slogan 'Surprise and shine' (in Spain, 'Un rayo de wow'), the keynote will also be special due to the debut of John Ternus as CEO, who assumes the position on September 1st, replacing Tim Cook.
Leaks have been pouring in over the past few months, and we now have a pretty clear picture of what to expect. It would be a book-style phone , similar to Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold, with an external screen of about 5,5 inches and an internal screen of 7,8 inches. Apple has reportedly worked to make the central crease virtually invisible, and the device is expected to be called the iPhone Ultra, although there has also been speculation about it being called the iPhone Fold. Below, we review everything that is known so far.
Date and event: a historic appointment
The September 9th event will be the first with John Ternus at the helm. The new CEO, a mechanical engineer and Apple veteran, will be tasked with unveiling a product the company has been developing for years. According to leaks, the foldable phone will be called the iPhone Ultra, and it's expected to be the most expensive iPhone ever, with a price that could exceed $2.000. In Spain, with VAT and the usual price adjustments, it could cost around €2.500 or more. Expectations are sky-high , and rightly so.
Design and screen: a book format with an invisible fold
The foldable iPhone will have a book-like design, with a 5,5-inch external display and a 7,8-inch internal display, both OLED with a 120Hz refresh rate. The aspect ratio will be similar to that of an iPad mini, and the thickness will be around 4,5-4,8 mm when open and 9 mm when closed. Apple has worked to make the central crease almost invisible, something confirmed by several sources who have tested the device. The frame will be made of titanium and is expected to be very thin. The hinge is one of the key elements of this design.
Technical specifications: A20 Pro, 12 GB of RAM and Touch ID
Inside, the foldable phone will feature the A20 Pro processor, built on a 2-nanometer process, the same one used in the iPhone 18 Pro. It will have 12GB of RAM, allowing Apple Intelligence features to run locally. One of the surprises is that it won't have Face ID, but rather Touch ID integrated into the side button, due to the difficulty of fitting the sensors into such a thin device. The battery will be a dual-cell unit with a capacity of around 5.000 mAh, similar to that of the iPhone 17 Pro Max. RAM is key for AI capabilities.
Cameras and software: dual camera and adapted iOS 27
As for the cameras, the iPhone Ultra will have a dual rear camera system with 48-megapixel sensors each, but no telephoto lens, placing it below the iPhone 18 Pro. The software will be iOS 27, adapted to take advantage of the large screen, with features similar to those on the iPad, such as split-screen mode. Apps like Apple Music and Weather are expected to be optimized for the foldable format. The software experience will be key.
Price and availability: a record-breaking iPhone
The price will be one of the most controversial points. Leaks suggest a price range of $2.000 to $2.500 in the United States, which in Spain could translate to around €2.500-€3.000. Furthermore, limited stock is expected, with production of only 7-8 million units, which could lead to it selling out quickly. Some analysts believe Apple might limit initial sales to the United States, although this has not been confirmed.
However, the first foldable iPhone is presented as a niche product, designed for early adopters and those with deeper pockets. Its arrival could boost a market that has yet to take off, and the combination of design, power, and Apple's ecosystem could be a game-changer. We'll have to wait until September 9th to see if the leaks hold true, but what's clear is that the keynote promises to be historic.