Apple Event highlights: iPhone 15 launched at Rs 79900 in India, new Apple Watch & more

Tech giant Apple hosted its highly anticipated event ' Wonderlust', with a message and commitment to achieve 100 percent carbon-neutral products by 2030 under the project 'Apple 2030'. 

If you missed the live stream, don't worry; we've got you covered with a concise summary of the key announcements from the event, which took place at Apple Park

Apple Watch Series 9:

Apple introduced the latest addition to its wearable family, the Apple Watch Series 9. This sleek smartwatch is powered by the new S9 chip, boasting a 60 percent increase in speed and a 30 percent faster GPU.

Notable enhancements include improved dictation by 25 percent, new features like health data access with Siri, Name Drop for sharing info with nearby users, and Double Tap for convenient control.

(In case, you missed the event you can always watch it on Apple's Official YouTube channel)

It can also ping your iPhone, offers double the brightness, and proudly claims to be Apple's first carbon-neutral product. Plus, it comes in a stylish pink variant. The starting price for the Series 9 is Rs 41,900.

Apple Watch Ultra 2

In addition to the Series 9, Apple also unveiled the Apple Watch Ultra 2, an update to last year's model. Equipped with the S9 chip, this watch brings the convenience of double-tap control, on-device Siri, and precision-finding to locate your iPhone.

It features a new advanced display architecture and a modular ultra-customisable watch face, along with power zones for collecting exercise data and even the ability to log water dives. The starting price for the Ultra 2 is Rs 89,900.

Apple iPhone 15

Apple lifted the curtain on the next generation of iPhone models, available for pre-order on September 22nd. The iPhone 15 comes in two sizes, standard and Plus, both offering the stunning Super Retina XDR display and the powerful A16 Bionic chip.

With peak brightness and a choice of five vibrant colours, it sports an advanced camera system with 48-megapixel capability, auto portrait mode, and 4K recording.

Improved features for connecting with friends, voice isolation, and added safety measures like Roadside Assistance and Emergency SOS are part of the package. The starting price for the iPhone 15 is $799.

As per the official website, in India, it will cost Rs 79,900. The device will be available for pre-order from 15 September and will be available in stores on 22 September.

iPhone 15 Pro

Apple proudly claims that the iPhone 15 Pro is the "most Pro iPhone" they've ever created. Available for pre-order on September 22nd, this model introduces a titanium build, new gaming-oriented software features, and a "more repairable" back glass.

The A17 Pro chip, with its three-nanometer process, promises powerful performance. The Pro camera system boasts multiple lenses, effectively giving you the equivalent of seven camera lenses and an impressive 48-megapixel capability. The starting price for the iPhone 15 Pro in India is Rs 1,34,900.

USB-C

Lastly, the event confirmed a significant change—Apple is transitioning to USB-C connectors for the iPhone. This move promises improved compatibility and faster data transfer speeds for Apple users.

In a nutshell, Apple's latest event showcased an impressive array of innovations, from the Apple Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 to the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Pro, all while embracing the future with the adoption of USB-C connectivity. Exciting times lie ahead for Apple enthusiasts!