PP Language Lessons
MediumTechnologySeptember 9, 2025

Apple’s September Launch: iPhone Air, AirPods Pro 3 and New Watches

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Key Vocabulary

titanium

/taɪˈteɪniəm/ — a strong, light metal used in phone frames
Example: The iPhone Air uses a titanium frame for lightness and strength.

modem

/ˈmoʊdəm/ — a chip that connects a device to cellular or Wi‑Fi networks
Example: Apple added its own modem to improve power use.

ProMotion

/proʊˈmoʊʃən/ — Apple's name for high-refresh-rate screen technology (up to 120Hz)
Example: The display uses ProMotion for smoother motion.

hypertension

/ˌhaɪpərˈtɛnʃən/ — high blood pressure; a health condition some watches can help monitor
Example: The watch includes tools for hypertension notifications.

📖 Article

Apple has unveiled the iPhone 17 series and a new iPhone Air at an event on September 9, 2025, at Apple Park in Cupertino. Although the Air is the most talked-about model, the whole lineup was shown with camera and display upgrades. Since Apple promoted the Air as the thinnest iPhone, journalists have noted its 5.6 mm depth and titanium frame.

The iPhone Air starts at $999 and includes a 6.5-inch ProMotion display. The standard iPhone 17 uses the A19 chip and offers larger batteries and improved cameras, while the Pro models add the A19 Pro and advanced cooling. Furthermore, new AirPods Pro 3 were introduced with live translation and a heart rate sensor, and Apple Watch updates were announced with hypertension notifications and satellite messaging on the Ultra model. Preorders begin on September 12, 2025 and the devices are due in stores on September 19, 2025. Therefore customers should expect worldwide availability from that week. iOS 26 will add Live Translation in Messages and FaceTime, and new camera software will work with the updated hardware. These software features are designed to improve on-device translation and photo editing.

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❓ Quiz

Q1. When was the Apple event?
Q2. Which model is described as the thinnest iPhone?
Q3. When are the devices due in stores?

💬 Discussion

1.

Do you use translation tools on your phone? How often do they help you?

2.

Have you ever chosen a device for its camera? What features matter most to you?

3.

What concerns might you have about putting health monitoring in small devices?

4.

Would you wait to read reviews before buying a new phone, or preorder to get it early?