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Apple Reportedly Developing 18.8-Inch Foldable Device Running macOS

The hybrid MacBook-iPad concept is expected to launch by early 2027, with mass production slated for late 2026.

  • Apple's foldable device will reportedly feature an 18.8-inch display and run macOS, distinguishing it from iPadOS-based iPads.
  • Described as a hybrid between a MacBook and an iPad, the device aims to combine portability with desktop-class functionality.
  • Mass production is expected to begin in the second half of 2026, with a launch anticipated by early 2027.
  • The device is part of Apple's broader strategy to introduce foldable technology and touchscreen Macs, supported by updates to macOS and iOS.
  • Analyst Jeff Pu suggests the foldable iPad/Mac and a foldable iPhone may launch around the same time.
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