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The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (Max) and the iPhone Ultra may suffer from limited availability at launch, as just a few weeks before the announcement of the flagship smartphones, Apple is reportedly sitting on over a billion U.S. dollars’ worth of ARM processors for which there is simply no RAM available.

Rising memory prices are reshaping the smartphone market, driving up the cost of mid-range models while premium devices such as the Apple iPhone 17 and Samsung Galaxy S26 series gain market share. Smartphones priced at $600 or more accounted for a record 29% of the market in the first half of 2026. Apple and Samsung continue to dominate this segment.

Apple's September event is expected to be one of its biggest product showcases, with the anticipated debut of the iPhone 18 lineup alongside updates to the Apple Watch, AirPods, and other products. Here's a brief overview of what portable devices Apple is most likely to announce.

Apple has opened a retail employee lottery ahead of its September iPhone event, the first keynote under incoming CEO John Ternus.

The Cupertino-based tech giant is facing a new civil lawsuit alleging that the iOS App Store allows children to download and play casino-style gambling games without proper age-verification checks, even as other legal challenges persist.

Smartphones are getting bigger every year, and there is no end in sight to this trend. According to information from a reliable leaker, Apple is considering equipping both the iPhone 20 Pro and the iPhone 20 Pro Max with larger displays.

Apple's MacBook Air is in such short supply that units ordered today will not ship until the end of August, according to retail sources cited by Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple is unusually steering buyers toward the base MacBook Pro instead, warning on its site that the MacBook Air is subject to availability.

iPhone users can now finally transfer Fitbit-recorded workouts, steps, sleep and other supported metrics between platforms. The update also adds Smart Health Links in the US, enabling users to share stored medical records with healthcare providers or family members.

It looks like Apple has been making progress on the AirPods with cameras. An insider has shared that they are on the roadmap for this year, so September seems like a good time to unveil them, alongside other new-generation products.

The Apple iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max could end up being significantly more expensive than previously expected. Both a report from Bloomberg and a generally well-informed analyst point to a significant price increase.

Apple’s iPhone Air 2 is rumored to be getting five major upgrades, some of which are expected to address the shortcomings of the iPhone Air. The device is expected to launch in March 2027 alongside the iPhone 18 and 18e.

Thousands of users are reporting issues with Apple Pay today. Some are unable to transfer money, while others can't make payments. While Apple has confirmed there's an ongoing issue affecting Apple Cash, it hasn't shared when the service will be fully restored.

iOS 27 allows users to remove or replace the annoying dictation shortcut in Messages. This change fixes a long-standing frustration for iPhone users who've accidentally triggered dictation or voice messages.

Apple Upgrade is now live in the US. Users can now use the service to lease an iPhone, Mac, Apple Watch, or iPad for a monthly fee for a set term. At the end of the term, users can return the device they've leased and upgrade to something new. Framework apparently hates this system.

Two Anthropic researchers used Claude to find a flaw in Safari. Apple closed it with iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 and names the AI model in its acknowledgments. In total the update fixes 87 vulnerabilities. Apple also explains why your iPhone runs warmer right after the update.

Apple has replaced the iPhone Upgrade Program with Apple Upgrade, a new US leasing service for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch. The Klarna-backed program offers flexible lease terms, upgrade options, and lower monthly payments starting at $11.99.

The next-generation Apple TV 4K, HomePod mini, and Apple’s first home hub are expected to hit the market in just a few months. A report reveals details about the launch window and features, particularly for the smart home hub with its nearly square 7-inch touchscreen.

The launch of the Apple MacBook Ultra is rapidly approaching. The first MacBook with an OLED touchscreen is expected to rely exclusively on panels from Samsung Display, with Apple planning to order 2.5 million units. LG Display and BOE are not expected to supply panels for the most expensive MacBook for the time being.

Smart glasses are marketed as featuring an always-available AI assistant and an easy way to capture first-person photos and videos for social media. With Meta facing criticism for privacy violations, Apple’s smart glasses are set to address this very issue next year.

The Apple Watch Series 12 and the Apple Watch Ultra 4 are expected to launch in September. Bloomberg discusses the new features expected for both smartwatches and hints that the first Apple Watch with a blood sugar sensor is on the horizon.

Apple is trying to save on OLED panels for the iPhone 18 Pro Max by as much as 20% compared to the predecessor. This comes at a time when the Pro Max model is expected to be around $200 more expensive than the iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Shortly after the start of mass production of the iPhone Ultra, Apple is said to have encountered a problem that could lead to delays. Apple’s supplier, Foxconn, is reportedly making final adjustments to mass production, and a September shipment is not yet guaranteed.

Apple is planning at least eleven new Mac models in the coming months and years, and a report from Bloomberg has already revealed many details in advance. From the MacBook Pro with Apple M6 to the MacBook Ultra and an iMac with an OLED display, numerous Macs are in the pipeline.

Apple iPhones and MacBooks are expensive, and the DRAM crisis is making them even more so. Apple is therefore expected to launch a brand-new Klarna leasing program shortly, allowing customers to pay for products in 24 or 36 installments, which will be reduced if the product is subsequently returned.

For the first time in Apple’s history, there will be no iPhone 18 in September—only the iPhone 18 Pro series and Apple’s first foldable device, potentially named the iPhone Ultra. According to analysts, this decision appears to be a done deal and Xiaomi may have already adopted it for their September Xiaomi 18 Pro launch, as a leaker currently suggests.

The trend toward ever-larger smartphones is expected to reach a new milestone soon. According to a leaker who is usually very well-informed, the successor to the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max could feature an even larger display.

A sobering forecast for market leader Samsung: Apple's expected entry into the foldable smartphone market is set to put significant pressure on the South Korean company. According to new market projections, Apple's first foldable iPhone could capture a 25% market share in 2026 in its very first year on sale. Samsung is expected to remain the market leader with its upcoming Galaxy Z8 series, but its lead is projected to shrink dramatically.

In a new video, the soon to be released iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max successors are primarily shown in the stylish red color option "Dark Cherry". While the main focus of YouTuber John Prosser is on the variable aperture of the new main camera some other aspects of the renewed iPhones are discussed as well.

Hardware Canucks has put the Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5x with the entry-level Snapdragon X2 Plus SoC against the Apple MacBook Neo. The comparison shows that, despite being more expensive, packing a more powerful SoC, and a 50% bigger battery, the IdeaPad Slim 5x falls short of the MacBook Neo in many areas.

The code in the latest beta version of iOS 27 contains several references to an Apple iPhone that has at least two batteries. This reveals yet another hint about the iPhone Ultra in Apple’s next iPhone operating system.

The European Commission wants to open Android to third-party AI assistants and share Google's search data. Google warns of security risks, while Apple is holding back its new Siri AI in Europe for now. The Commission points to built-in safeguards, but experts believe the companies have their own interests at stake. What the dispute means for your phone.

Apple has raised iPhone prices in Japan by 8% to 11% across several models, likely in response to the yen’s sharp depreciation. The move follows recent Mac and iPad price increases but is not expected to extend to other markets unless Apple announces broader changes.

The U.S. startup PrismML has released Bonsai 27B, an extremely compressed AI model based on Alibaba’s Qwen3.6. The smallest version takes up just 3.9 GB, making it the first to fit on an iPhone 17 Pro. Apple is already testing the technology. Here’s how the model performs on the phone, how it affects battery life, and what its limitations are.

An ISP diagnostics log, part of the trove of internal Tata Electronics files leaked in June by the World Leaks ransomware group, confirms several previously rumored iPhone 18 Pro Max camera specs ahead of Apple's official announcement.

Apple is planning a major iPad push, led by the first iPad mini with an OLED display, which is set to hit the market in just a few months. All other iPad models are expected to receive upgrades in the spring, while the Apple Pencil is set to get a successor with a replaceable battery.

The MacBook Neo has been a huge success and is said to have boosted Apple's total laptop sales by 10 percent. However, production is now expected to be up to 40 percent lower than originally anticipated due to a shortage of the Apple A18 Pro ARM chip.

Satechi has just unveiled three color-matching accessories for the Apple MacBook Neo: the OntheGo 5-in-1 Multiport Adapter, USB-C Snap Hub and Slim EX Wireless Mouse. Priced from $29.99 to $44.99, the lineup adds expanded connectivity and streamlined portability.

Products such as the Apple Watch, the Fitbit Air, and the Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses are exempt from the EU Right to Repair regulation, meaning manufacturers can continue to install batteries that are virtually impossible for end users to replace.

Apple is working on creating a special edition iPhone to commemorate its 20th anniversary next year. This new design for the iPhone 20, or whatever it ends up being called, could become an actual device soon.

While the competition is releasing spec'd-out mini tablets with OLED displays, Apple may have decided to play it basic with the iPad mini 8. The next slate in Apple's compact tablet series is expected to be released later in 2026.

Along with the first public beta of iOS 27, Apple has also released a beta version of watchOS 27. The next-generation smartwatch operating system, featuring Siri AI, a new home screen, and design optimizations, is now available for users to try out.

macOS 27 Golden Gate is here, at least as a public beta, and is now available for all users of compatible MacBooks, iMacs, Mac minis, or Mac Studios to try out. In addition to Siri AI, the update also includes performance upgrades and design improvements.

Apple iPhone users can now install an early version of iOS 27, as Apple has released the public beta. iOS 27 introduces numerous new features, including Siri AI, performance improvements, and the ability to customize Liquid Glass to your liking.

Global smartphone shipments dropped by 11% in the second quarter of 2026. Smartphone memory prices have surged as chip makers increasingly prioritize the lucrative AI data-center segment. Samsung and Apple are both handling the crisis remarkably well. By contrast, their Chinese competitors are heading downhill fast.

ChatGPT provider OpenAI is alleged to be deliberately stealing technology from the Apple iPhone to use it for its own AI smartphone. At least that is what Apple claims in a lawsuit, according to which OpenAI is resorting to aggressive methods to obtain Apple’s internal information.

The M7 Ultra could introduce the biggest unified memory upgrade in Apple Silicon history, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It is substantial enough to put Apple's flagship SoC closer to workstation and entry-level server-class offerings.

Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple is preparing two new Apple Pencil models, codenamed B582 and B632, for release alongside updated iPads in the first half of 2027. The Apple Pencil Pro successor may gain improved repairability to meet new EU rules requiring replaceable batteries.

Apple may have been brought kicking and screaming to the chip production deal with Intel. The move to produce iPhone and Mac chips in Intel's foundries is helping it avoid punitive tariffs that would've raised MacBook and iPhone prices even more.

Global PC shipments fell nearly 5% in Q2 2026, ending nine consecutive quarters of growth. Apple bucked the trend with higher shipments and market share, while IDC warned that further declines and industry consolidation are likely.

The Apple iPhone Ultra is expected to launch in September. Although the first Apple iPhone with a foldable display is said to feature a flagship processor, a leaker indicates that Apple is making compromises on the battery.