It’s also when new operating systems start coming out of beta cycles and are generally available to the public. We’ll get iOS 16 and watchOS 9, but iPadOS 16 and macOS Ventura likely won’t arrive until October. Of course, there are the usual service updates—weekly releases for Apple TV+ and Apple Arcade—and there’s always the chance that Apple will unveil some other new products at the September 7th “Far out” event. So take a deep breath and check out everything we have in store this September.
Far Out event
Apple’s biggest product is the iPhone, so its biggest launch this year is the iPhone 14. We’re expecting four models at this year’s event, which has been dubbed Far Out: regular and Pro models in standard and Max sizes. The Pro is shaping up to be the big star, with a new always-on display, big camera improvements and the new A16 processor, but the new larger iPhone 14 Plus is sure to be a popular choice too. You can find out everything we think we know about the iPhone 14 in our preview. The new Apple Watch always comes with the new iPhones. This year’s model, the Apple Watch Series 8, isn’t expected to be a huge departure, but a new temperature sensor should make a nice addition. We think Apple may also introduce a new Apple Watch SE, for those on a budget. The biggest rumor about the Apple Watch – literally – is the Apple Watch Pro, which is expected to have a new design, a bigger screen, a durable body and a bigger battery than the Series 8. Apple has several other irons in the fire, hardware-wise, and may announce second-generation AirPods Pro or another device at the event. But there will likely be a second fall event in October, so don’t expect any new Macs or iPads at that event.
Applications and software updates
It’s finally time for some of Apple’s big fall OS updates to leave beta and become available to everyone. While iOS, tvOS, and watchOS are set to drop in September, iPadOS has been delayed until October, and macOS Ventura will likely be released around the same time. Beta releases for these two will continue throughout the month. iOS 16.0: iOS 16 brings some really great new features and we expect the final version to be released just before the new iPhones are released in the 2nd week of September. watchOS 9.0: watchOS 9 brings improvements to sleep tracking, fitness features, and watch faces. It should be released alongside iOS 16.0 before the Apple Watch Series 8. tvOS 16.0: While tvOS 16 doesn’t bring much in the way of new features, it will continue to be updated this fall to keep pace with Apple’s other operating systems. It will likely launch alongside iOS and watchOS. iPadOS 16.1 beta: Apple will skip the release of iPadOS 16.0 and instead make the first version 16.1 later this fall (we think October). This is already the version number of the latest beta, which will continue throughout the month. A big focus is on improving the new Stage Manager multitasking feature. macOS 13 Ventura beta: Highlights of macOS 13 include Continuity Camera, new Weather and Clock apps, Stage Manager, and several app updates. The latest version of macOS often lags behind iOS, and the last releases were in October or November. As Stage Manager is also a feature of macOS, changes made in the iPadOS version should be reflected here. Additionally, macOS Ventura has some major issues with the System Settings app.
Services
Apple TV+
Here are the shows, series and movies we expect to come to Apple TV+ in July. This month relies heavily on children’s programming. If you want to know what’s coming next, check out our full guide to upcoming Apple TV+ content. Life by Ella: Ella returns to school with a brand new perspective, excitement for what the future holds, and an important seize-the-day mentality. Released September 2nd Central Park (Season 3): An animated comedy musical about a family living in Central Park and the wealthy hotel heiress who tries to buy it. September 9 Gutsy: A documentary series inspired by The Book of Gutsy Women: Favorite Stories of Courage and Resilience by Chelsea and Hillary Clinton. September 9 Sago Mini Friends: An animated series for preschoolers to help teach gratitude. Based on characters from the Sago Mini World app. September 16 The Greatest Beer Run Ever: A comedy/drama film based on the true story of John “Chickie” Donohue, who in 1968 left New York City to track down and share some beers with his childhood friends who are now in the military, fighting in Vietnam. September 30 Wolfboy and the Everything Factory (Season 2): The second season of the children’s animated series takes Wolfboy to a new realm beneath the Everything Factory which is responsible for all the destruction in the universe. September 30 Get Rolling with Otis (Season 2): Based on the Penguin Random House book series by Loren Long, this animated series brings the kids to Long Hill Dairy Farm, home of tractor Otis and all his friends. September 30
Apple Arcade
Hanx 101 Trivia: Test your trivia knowledge on your own or in a trivia showdown. Released September 2nd Horizon Chase 2: Fast-paced arcade racing in the tradition of 80s and 90s racing like Out Run. September 9 Garden Tails: Match and Grow: A relaxing match-3 puzzle game where you collect animals, flowers and plants. September 16 Shovel Knight Dig: A new adventure and story in the classic Shovel Knight side-scrolling franchise. September 23 GRIS+: A beautiful, dreamlike adventure whose story unfolds with almost no text and no way to fail or die. It’s an interactive story. September 30
