Apple September 2025 Event: New iPhones, AirPods and Apple Watches
Apple just rolled out new iPhones, AirPods, and Watches. If you don’t live and breathe tech, here’s what’s about to land in Australia and why you might care.
iPhone Air: The Skinny One
Just 5.6 mm thin, built from titanium.
Packs a 120 Hz display, A19 Pro chip, and eSIM only (no more physical SIM cards).
Why care? Same power, less bulk. If you hate pocket bricks, this is your phone.
iPhone 17: The Safe Upgrade
Smoother screen, faster chip, better cameras.
Sensible pricing for the “just works” crowd.
Why care? If your current iPhone is 2+ years old, this will feel faster, last longer, and take nicer photos. Easy win.
iPhone 17 Pro & Pro Max: The Power Pair
ProMotion 120 Hz always-on displays and the new A19 Pro chip.
New pro camera system with bigger sensors, better low-light, and longer zoom (Pro Max gets the big lens).
Liquid cooling (Vapour Chamber) for sustained performance in games and video work.
Why care? If you shoot heaps of video/photos, game hard, or just want the best battery + cameras, go Pro. Go Pro Max if you want the monster zoom and bigger screen.
AirPods Pro 3: Not Just for Tunes
Apple’s strongest noise cancelling yet.
Built-in heart-rate sensor and live translation.
5 ear-tip sizes, IP57 water resistance.
Why care? Gym buddy, travel buddy, and “block out the train noise” buddy all in one.
Apple Watch Series 11 + Ultra 3 (Daily vs. Adventure)
Series 11: new health tools (blood-pressure alerts where approved), tougher glass, longer battery life.
Ultra 3: bigger display, satellite connectivity, extra-rugged build.
Why care? Series 11 suits daily health and fitness. Ultra 3 is for hikers, divers, and adventurers (or anyone who just wants the tank).
TL;DR
This year’s updates are about refinement, not reinvention.
Air = sleek and light.
17 = the safe upgrade.
17 Pro/Max = best cameras and performance.
AirPods Pro 3 = smarter earbuds.
Watches = clear ladder: starter → daily → adventure.
Whether you’re upgrade-itchy, watch-curious, or just need earbuds that can actually keep up, Apple’s covered all the bases this September.