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Apple Said to Split 2026–27 iPhone Launches, Pushing Standard iPhone 18 to 2027

Reports point to a staggered schedule that prioritizes high‑margin devices as Apple manages a larger lineup.

Overview

  • Multiple outlets report that fall 2026 will feature iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max alongside Apple’s first foldable iPhone.
  • The standard iPhone 18 is widely reported to slip to spring 2027, with an 18e and a second‑generation iPhone Air also tipped for that window.
  • Coverage cites portfolio growth, production constraints, and revenue smoothing as reasons for the shift, with analysts warning of added buyer complexity.
  • Bloomberg‑sourced reporting points to OLED, touch‑enabled MacBook Pro models late in 2026, plus a proposed low‑cost MacBook near $599 using an iPhone‑class chip.
  • Rumors expect a spring release of iOS 26.4 with a revamped Siri and new smart‑home hardware, while the Mac Pro is described as being on the back burner.