Apple officially introduces the revolutionary foldable iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro series, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5. Here is the complete breakdown of features, official Philippine pricing, and local availability.
Apple has officially unveiled its newest flagship lineup, headlined by the ground-breaking iPhone Duo—the company’s first-ever foldable smartphone—alongside the iPhone 18 Pro series, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5.
Here is everything you need to know about Apple’s latest innovations, including complete Philippine pricing and feature breakdowns.
iPhone Duo: Apple’s First Foldable Smartphone
The iPhone Duo introduces a brand-new form factor crafted from grade 5 titanium and Ceramic Shield 2. When closed, it operates via a compact 5.4-inch outer Super Retina XDR display. Unfolded, it expands into an ultra-thin 7.6-inch inner display featuring a glare-reducing nano-texture finish.
Key Specs & Features:
- Processor: A20 Pro chip built on 2nm process technology with a custom vapor chamber thermal system.
- Displays: 5.4-inch outer display (90% screen area of iPhone 18 Pro) and a 7.6-inch inner display (50% larger than iPhone 18 Pro Max).
- Cameras: 48MP Fusion Main camera and 48MP Fusion Ultra Wide camera. Outer display preview modes include Duo Preview, Smart Take, Kid Cue, and Duo FaceTime.
- Connectivity & Power: Dual-battery architecture delivering up to 31 hours of video playback on the inner screen; eSIM-only global design supported locally by Globe and Smart.
- Stylus Support: Later this year, iPhone Duo will support Apple Pencil with USB-C.
iPhone 18 Pro & iPhone 18 Pro Max
Engineered for pro-level performance, the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max feature refined grade 5 titanium enclosures, enhanced thermal management, and upgraded camera hardware.
Features:
Performance: Powered by the A20 Pro chip for up to 35% better sustained performance.
Cameras: Upgraded 48MP Fusion system supporting 4K120 fps Dolby Vision HDR recording, variable aperture controls, and enhanced low-light capture.
Durability: Shielded by Ceramic Shield 2 on the front for improved scratch and drop protection.
Apple Watch Series 12 & Apple Watch Ultra 4
Apple’s smartwatch lineup receives major health monitoring and performance upgrades powered by watchOS 27.
Apple Watch Series 12: Features the new S11 chip and Health Sensing System, providing higher-frequency heart rate and HRV measurements. Introduces a daily Readiness Score (0–10), improved step tracking, and on-device Sound Recognition for accessibility. Available in aluminum, titanium, and ceramic finishes.
Apple Watch Ultra 4: Built with 100% recycled titanium in its 3D-printed case. Delivers up to 50 hours of battery life in standard mode (84 hours in Low Power Mode) and dual-frequency GPS route mapping in urban environments.
Note for local users: Sleep apnea notifications are supported in the Philippines via watchOS 27. Hypertension Notifications are undergoing local regulatory clearance and are expected to roll out next year.
AirPods 5
The next generation of Apple's iconic earbuds brings substantial sound and active noise cancellation upgrades driven by the new H3 chip.
Key Specs & Features:
Audio & ANC: Upgraded Active Noise Cancellation (on ANC models), Adaptive Audio, and Personalized Spatial Audio.
Live Translation: Enables real-time spoken translation directly on the device.
Battery & Case: Up to 30 hours of total listening time with the USB-C charging case.
Local Philippine Pricing & Availability
All newly announced hardware will be coming soon to the Philippines, while new watch bands are available to order starting today via
apple.com/ph/store. iOS 27 and watchOS 27 officially release locally on Monday, September 14.
Official Philippine Price List:
iPhone Duo (256GB): ₱159,990
iPhone 18 Pro: Starts at ₱76,990
iPhone 18 Pro Max: Starts at ₱85,990
Apple Watch Ultra 4: Starts at ₱59,990
Apple Watch Series 12: Starts at ₱28,990
AirPods 5 (Standard): ₱9,490
AirPods 5 (with ANC): ₱12,990
iPhone Duo Case: ₱5,990
iPhone Duo Folio with Kickstand: ₱9,790
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